Consultor emérito, Hospital Universitari Bellvitge, Spain
Dr. Alberto Martínez Castelao is a distinguished nephrologist currently working at the Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge in Barcelona, Spain. Born in León on June 26, 1948, Dr. Martínez Castelao has an extensive background in medicine, specializing in nephrology and renal diseases. With over 40 years of clinical and research experience, he has made significant contributions to the study of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and other renal conditions. His academic career spans multiple institutions and includes numerous publications, lectures, and awards. 👨⚕️📚
Publication Profile
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Education
Dr. Martínez Castelao earned his Medical Degree from the University of Salamanca in 1973 with honors, followed by a Postgraduate Medical Residency at several hospitals, including Hospital de Bellvitge in Barcelona. He completed specialized training in Nephrology and Laboratory Techniques at the Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, further solidifying his expertise. 🏫🎓
Experience
Throughout his career, Dr. Martínez Castelao has held several prestigious positions in academia and healthcare. He has been an Associate Professor at the University of Barcelona, imparting his knowledge on nephrology. His clinical practice at the Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge has made him a key figure in renal research and patient care, particularly in the field of chronic kidney disease and dialysis. 🏥🔬
Research Interests
Dr. Martínez Castelao’s research focuses primarily on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), renal biomarkers, and cardiovascular complications in patients with kidney failure. He has a deep interest in collaborative research, aiming to improve early diagnosis and treatment strategies for CKD. He is also actively involved in clinical trials and biomarker discovery for renal diseases. 📊💡
Awards
Dr. Martínez Castelao has received several prestigious awards throughout his career, recognizing his groundbreaking research and contributions to nephrology. Notably, he received multiple research grants, was awarded research fellowships, and was recognized for his contributions to nephrology education. 🏆🎖️
Publications
Here are some notable publications by Dr. Alberto Martínez Castelao:
Risk factors for progression in KDOQI stage 3 Chronic Kidney Disease (PROGRESER study)
Published in Nefrologia, 2024, 44(5), pp. 689–699.
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The long-term effect of a lung-ultrasound intervention on the risk for death, heart failure, and myocardial infarction in dialysis patients
Published in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation, 2024, 39(2), pp. 371–374.
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Diabetes Mellitus and Diabetic Kidney Disease: The Future Is Already Here
Published in Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023, 12(8), 2914.
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Cited by: 5 citations 📑
RICORS2040: The need for collaborative research in chronic kidney disease
Published in Clinical Kidney Journal, 2022, 15(3), pp. 372–387.
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Cited by: 56 citations 📑
Urinary Dickkopf-3: A new biomarker for CKD progression and mortality
Published in Nephrology Dialysis Transplantation, 2021, 36(12), pp. 2199–2207.
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Cited by: 16 citations 📑