Professional Profile

Veterinarian specialized in small animal surgery and orthopedics, with a strong academic and scientific background. Faculty member at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, with extensive experience in veterinary traumatology and international training. Recognized for research in fracture healing mechanisms and bone regeneration using synthetic grafts.

Career and Achievements

• Professor of Surgery and Orthopedics at the Autonomous University of Barcelona since 1991.
• President of AVEPA (Spanish Small Animal Veterinary Association) (2016–2019).
• Vice President of ESVOT (European Society of Veterinary Orthopedic and Traumatology) (2019–2025).
• President of FIAVAC (Ibero-American Federation of Companion Animal Veterinarians).
• Author of 3 books and more than 50 scientific articles in indexed international journals.

Academic and Scientific Activity

• Lecturer in veterinary surgery and orthopedics in undergraduate and advanced training programs.
• Researcher in programs focused on:
  • Fracture healing mechanisms.
  • Bone regeneration and healing.
  • Development of synthetic bone grafts.
• International training stays at leading veterinary traumatology institutions.

Education

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain.
• Specialized training in veterinary traumatology and orthopedics at:
  • University of Toulouse.
  • University of Cambridge.
  • Colorado State University.
  • Florida State University.

Professional Affiliations and Leadership

• President – FIAVAC (Ibero-American Federation of Companion Animal Veterinarians).
• Former President – AVEPA.
• Former Vice President – ESVOT.
• Leadership roles in national and international veterinary organizations.