Dr. Josep Brugada

Qualification and Experience

Dr Joesp Brugada is a highly experienced and skilled Cardiologists in Spain. Dr Brugada has over 40 years of experience as a Cardiologist in Spain. His areas of interests include Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Pacemakers, CMR, radiofrequency ablation of tachycardias and cardiac arrhythmias. Dr Burgada graduated from the University of Barcelona. Currently, He is a senior consultant at the Centro Medico Teknon Hospital Clínic and Director of the Pediatric Arrhythmias Unit at the Sant Joan de Deu Hospital in Barcelona.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr Brugada along with his brothers is accredited with the discovery of Brugada syndrome. The syndrome describes a sudden cardiac death. Dr Brugada has published more than 500 articles in the most important international journals in medicine and cardiology, and his work has been recognized with numerous awards such as King Jaime I Prize for Clinical Medicine, the Fritz Acker Prize from the German Society of Cardiology. He is a member of 14 professional associations, both national and international including European Heart Rhythm Association, European Society of Cardiology’s Science Committee.

Conditions treated by Dr Josep Brugada

Please find listed below the many conditions that Dr. Josep Brugada treats:

• Bradycardia
• Patent Ductus Arteriosus
• Angina
• Patent Foramen Ovale
• Atherosclerosis
• Coronary Artery Disease
• Cardiac Arrhythmias
• Atrial Septal Defect
• Blocked Arteries
• Tachycardia

A healthy and long life for a person with structural heart conditions can not happen without interventional procedures. Modern technology and world class equipments help the doctor ensure that the right treatment is provided to patients with these issues. Quality post procedural care is a sign of the patient focused approach by the doctors who ensure that such conditions find the right solution.

Signs to look for before visiting Dr Josep Brugada

We bring to you the various symptoms and signs in patients having structural or non-coronary cardiovascular conditions:

• High Blood Pressure
• Dizziness
• Chest Pain
• Shortness of breathe
• Palpitations

Fatigue and chest pain are a sign that the person needs immediate solution to their heart condition. A structural heart issue can lead to high blood pressure for prolonged periods of time. Further, if not treated in time structural heart conditions can start affecting the kidney and even lead to kidney dysfunction.

Operating Hours of Dr Josep Brugada

The doctor's operating hours are 6 days a week, 10 am to 7 pm. The patient reviews of the doctor make it clear that this is a skillful and efficient interventional cardiologist.`

Popular Prcedures Performed by Dr Josep Brugada

Here is the list of the popular procedures that Dr. Josep Brugada performs::

• Pacemaker Implantation Surgery
• PDA Closure
• Angiography (Including Non-Ionic Contrast)
• Balloon Atrial Septostomy
• EPS & RFA
• Angioplasty

For a long time now, interventional cardiologists have used techniques such as placement of stent, angioplasty and atherectomy to open blocked arteries. In order to resolve the issue of abnormal heart rhythms another very common procedure that is performed is the insertion of the pacemaker and defibrillator.

Qualification

• Masters degree in Integrated Health Services Management. ESADE Business School (2004 2005).
• Cardiology Specialist, Montpellier, and Sports Medicine and Biology Specialist, Montpellier (1987 1988).
• PhD in Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona (1986 1987).
• Bachelors Degree in Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona (1978 1982).

Past Experiences

• Professor of the Department of Medicine at the University of Barcelona (2009-present).
• Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of Barcelona (1997-2008).
• Professor of Psychology at the University of Limburg, Netherlands (1990-1991).
• Medical Director of Barcelona Hospital Clinic.
• Head of the Arrhythmia Section at Sant Joan de Deu Paediatric Hospital.
• Head of the Arrhythmia Unit at St. Jordi Cardiovascular Institute.
• Doctor of Medicine and Surgery with Cum Laude qualification from the University of Barcelona