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Dermatologist
Dexeus University Hospital , Barcelona, Spain20 Years of experience
Speaks: English
Dr. Josep Gonzalez Castro is a renowned dermatologist with over 20 years of experience in his field of medicine. He obtained his medical degree from the Medicine and Surgery from the Autonomous University of Barcelona. He then went on to pursue Medical-Surgical Dermatology and Venereology at the Dermatology Service of the Hospital Clínico de Barcelona. He specializes in cosmetic surgery procedures.
Dr. Josep has been a part of many medical conferences around the world as a speaker and presenter. He is also responsible for founding the Institute of Advanced Dermatology ( IDEMA ), which has become one of the most prestigious dermatology and dermo-aesthetics centers in Barcelona. He is also a trainer in dermato-oncological surgery and Aesthetic Dermatology on Hyaluronic Acid and Botulinum Toxin Implants. D. Josep is also part of many different societies such as the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (AEDV), of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, and the Spanish Group of Surgical, Laser, and Cutaneous Oncology Dermatology (GECIDOC).
Some of the conditions treated by cosmetic surgeon Dr Josep Gonzalez Castro include:
Reconstructive surgery helps restore function and correct deformities due to birth defects, trauma, and medical conditions like cancer. The conditions include palate and cleft lip repair, breast reconstruction done after a lumpectomy for breast cancer. Cosmetic surgery is done to enhance appearance by reshaping normal anatomy to make it visually appealing. Examples are breast augmentation, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast lift, liposuction, and facelift.
Below are some of the signs and symptoms that should be discussed with a cosmetic surgeon for further treatment:
Although the above-listed signs make you a suitable candidate for plastic surgery, a plastic surgeon will deeply study your health status to know all underlying conditions. Surgery may not be suggested if can cause serious side effects or aggravates your existing condition. The surgeon will also consult other experts to find the best treatment option.
The working hours of doctor Josep Gonzalez Castro is 11 am to 6 pm from Monday to Saturday. The doctor has an off on Sunday. However, he is available on Sunday in case of an emergency.
Dr Josep Gonzalez Castro performs a number of popular procedures listed below:
Breast augmentation is one of the most sought-after cosmetic procedures that uses breast implants to increase the size of the breasts. This procedure can even restore breast volume that was lost after weight reduction and pregnancy. A cosmetic surgeon performs the procedure when a candidate is found fit for it.
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Dr. Josep has over 20 years of experience in his field of cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Josep specializes in procedures involving cosmetic surgery, especially on the face.
Yes, Dr. Josep Gonzalez Castro provides online video consultation through MediGence.
It costs 606 USD to consult online with Dr. Josep Gonzalez Castro through MediGence.
Dr. Josep is a part of many different societies such as the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (AEDV), of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology, the Spanish Group of Surgical, Laser, and Cutaneous Oncology Dermatology (GECIDOC).
Whenever there is any issue regarding the skin or hair then a dermatologist is referred to. He is also trained in doing surgery to help correct any aesthetic problems regarding the face and other damaged skin parts.
He can be easily consulted by registering your profile with MediGence and writing down your inquiry. A meeting with the surgeon will be scheduled. Following which the consultation can be done.
Plastic surgeons focus on reconstructive procedures. They see patients who have conditions, such as birth disorders, illnesses, injuries, or burns. Many plastic surgeons prefer to become cosmetic surgeons and perform procedures to change a patient’s appearance for aesthetic purposes. Not all plastic surgeons are cosmetic surgeons. Cosmetic surgeons are trained to perform very complex procedures that aim at enhancing the appearance of a body part. They have rigorous training in their specialization area. In addition to performing cosmetic procedures, plastic surgeons also treat the bones of the face; repair cleft lips and cleft palates; reattach injured fingers.
There are various diagnostic tests that are suggested before undergoing cosmetic surgery to identify the underlying condition if any. The tests are:
You may want to see a plastic surgeon in order to get your physical problem fixed through surgery. Your primary care doctor will refer you to a cosmetic surgeon. If you wish to change something about the way it looks, you must see a cosmetic surgeon. Any licensed doctor is legally allowed to perform cosmetic surgery.