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About Dr. Raul F Abella

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Raul Abella is a reputed cardiac surgeon working at the Dexeus University Hospital, Barcelona, Spain. He has over 25 years of experience in his field. He obtained his medical degree in 1986. He then further pursued Morphology of Congenital Heart Disease from the Ministry of Public Health and Institute of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery. He is currently the Director of Barcelona International Heart Centre. 

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Raul Abella has been a part of over 200 research papers published in reputed journals. He is also a member of many medical societies such as Founding Member of the World Society for Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery and a Member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. He is fluent in English, Spanish and Italian. 

Qualification

  • 1986 Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
  • 1987 Morphology of Congenital Heart Disease, Ministry of Public Health and Institute of Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery
  • 1989 Cardiac Surgery Training

Work Experiences

  • Director of Barcelona International Heart Centre (CICB), Dexeus University Hospital (present).
  • Head of Paediatric Cardiovascular Surgery at Vall d Hebron University Hospital (2010-present).
  • Collaboration on development aid programmes for paediatric cardiovascular surgery in developing countries.
  • 2002-2009: Cardiovascular surgery at IRCCS San Donato Polyclinic in Milan, ITALY.
  • 1995-2001: Cardiovascular surgery at Hesperia Hospital, Modena, ITALY.
  • 1991-1995: Cardiovascular surgery at Bambino Gesu Paediatric Hospital, Rome, ITALY.
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • Founding Member of the World Society for Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery.
  • Member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • Speaker at over 100 national and international conferences.
  • 200 articles and publications.

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PROCEDURES

  • Arterial Switch Surgery
  • Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) Repair
  • Fontan Procedure
  • Glenn procedure
  • PDA Closure
  • Pediatric Cardiomyopathy Treatment
  • Pulmonary Valve Replacement
  • Ross procedure
  • TOF Repair

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many years of experience does Dr. Raul Abella have being a cardiac surgeon in Spain?

Dr. Raul has over 25 years of experience in his field of cardiac surgery.

What are the primary treatments and surgeries does Dr. Raul Abella as a cardiac surgeon?

Dr. Raul Abella specializes in surgeries related to the heart such as valve replacement and other cardiovascular procedures.

Does Dr. Raul Abella provide Online Consultation?

Yes, Dr. Raul Abella provides online video consultation through MediGence.

How much does it cost to consult online with Dr. Raul Abella?

It costs 606 USD to consult online with Dr. Raul Abella through MediGence.

What associations is Dr. Raul Abella part of?

He is also a member of many medical societies such as Founding Member of the World Society for Paediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery and a Member of the European Association of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. He is fluent in English, Spanish, and Italian.

When do you need to see a cardiac surgeon such as Dr. Raul Abella?

Dr. Raul is a cardiac surgeon, he has been certified to perform many different surgeries related to the heart and other surrounding blood vessels. Some of the commonly treated problems are valve defects, aneurysms and Coronary artery blockage.

How to connect with Dr. Raul Abella for Online Consultation through MediGence?

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.

What area of specialization does Dr. Raul F Abella have?
Dr. Raul F Abella is a specialized Pediatric CTVS and is one of the most sought after doctors in Barcelona, Spain.
Does Dr. Raul F Abella offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Raul F Abella have?
Dr. Raul F Abella is one of the most sought after specialists in Spain and has over 25 Years years of experience.

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