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Dr. Ramon Aurell Ballesteros earned Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Autonomous University of Barcelona , in 1991. He completed his specialization in obstetrics and gynecology in London, 1991 - 1997. Specialist trainig in Reproductive Medicine at Hammersmith Hospital, London 1997-1999. Medical Assistant at Department of Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine, University Clinic Dexeus, Barcelona, 1999 - 2007. The gained experience allowed Dr. Aurell to become the director of the department of Reproductive Medicine at the Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona, in 2008. Dr. Aurell is currently heading the Asisisted Reproduction Unit in Medical Center Teknon and Hospital Quironsalud Barcelona.

Clinical experience Residency in Urology Bellvitge University Hospital (2007/2012) Urologist Bellvitge University Hospital. (May 2012/November 2021) Head of Andrology Department, Bellvitge University Hospital. (February 2015/November 2021) Head of Andrology Department Hospital Clínic of Barcelona (December 2021 present) Director of the Institute of Andrology and Sexology. Quironsalud Group. (October 2015 January 2018). Head of Andrology Department Teknon Medical Centre (November 2017 present) Editor of the International Journal of Andrology (July 2016 present) Clinical practice in the field of Reproductive Medicine and Sexology Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. New York City (USA) (March 2016 May 2016) Education Doctor of Medicine (Universitat de Barcelona) degree with honors, 2006 Specialization in Urology Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, 2006 2012 Associate Professor of Clinical Andrology (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona), 2014 Participant of the European Board of Urology (Bruselas UEMS), 2012 Member of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (Estambul UEMS), 2014

Education 🎓 Medical education: Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of the Basque Country (Hospital de Cruces, 2003–2009) — one of the leading medical schools in Spain. 🏥 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Completed a highly competitive residency at the Institut Universitari Dexeus (Barcelona, 2010–2014), known for its excellence in women's health and ctive medicine. Professional experience 🔹 Assisted Reproduction Specialist (Hospital Quirón Barcelona & Centro Médico Teknon) Currently a leading expert in the Assisted Reproduction Unit, collaborating with Dr. Aurel to develop personalized programs. Together, they provide exceptional patient care and achieve success rates that exceed international standards. 🔹 Egg Donation Program Coordinator Dr. Barbed runs one of the most advanced egg donation programs in Spain, providing high-tech medical care to patients from all over the world. (May 2021 - present) 🔹 Coordinator of the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Prenatal Diagnostics (Gine-3 Gynecological Center) Successfully managed a multidisciplinary team specializing in in treatment and prenatal care, receiving recognition for her professionalism and expertise in complex ctive cases. (2017–2021) 🔹 Gynecology and Obstetrics Consultant (Hospital de Barcelona) Provided advanced gynecological and obstetric care, specializing in high-risk pregnancy management and minimally invasive procedures. (2017–2021) 🔹 Specialist in Reproductive Medicine (Institut Universitari Dexeus) Specialized in assisted ctive technologies and endoscopic surgery, contributing to innovation in preservation. (2014-2017) Awards and Certifications 🏆 Ranked among the Top 10 Gynecologists in Catalonia (according to El Nacional.cat) for her outstanding contribution to ctive medicine and patient care. 📜 Level III certification in ultrasound diagnostics (issued by the Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, SEGO) - the highest level of qualification in gynecological ultrasound. Research, publications and academic activities 📖 Publications: • "Efficiency of oocyte storage in low ovarian response for PGS" – Gynecol. Endocrinol., July 2016. • Numerous scientific articles published since 2007, some of which have received awards for outstanding quality. 🎤 Participation in conferences: Active participant in national and international congresses, where he presents cutting-edge research and collaborates in multidisciplinary research. 🎓 Teaching activity: Teaches in the Master's program "Cytogenetics and Reproductive Biology" at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Professional associations ✅ Member of the Association for the Study of Reproductive Biology (ASEBIR) since 1993. ✅ Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) since 2008. Why choose Dr. Cayetana Barbed? 💎 More than 10 years of experience in ctive medicine, numerous awards and active participation in the development of the industry. 💎 Individual approach to each patient, based on modern scientific data and advanced treatment methods. 💎 Combining expertise and caring, Dr. Barbed strives to provide the best possible outcome for each patient on their journey to parenthood.