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Dr. Joaquim Casañas SintesMD, PhD, EBHSWorld-Leading Specialist in Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Hand Surgery & Brachial Plexus ReconstructionDirector of Traumaunit – Centro Médico Teknon, Barcelona🔹 Professional SummaryDr. Joaquim Casañas is one of Europe’s foremost authorities in hand surgery, peripheral nerve microsurgery, and brachial plexus reconstruction. With over 35 years of experience, he leads the internationally acclaimed Traumaunit at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona.Dr. Casañas has pioneered intraoperative electrophysiological mapping and monitoring, a breakthrough technique that enables real-time nerve function analysis during surgery — dramatically increasing precision and outcomes. He is especially renowned for treating neuropathic pain, nerve injuries, and complex upper limb trauma. His patients include elite athletes, such as MotoGP legend Dani Pedrosa.🧠 Key Areas of ExpertisePeripheral nerve microsurgeryBrachial plexus surgery (obstetric & adult)Neuropathic pain treatmentHand, wrist, and upper limb traumaArthroscopy of the upper limbTendon, joint, and nerve reconstructionNerve allograft and nerve transplantationPost-traumatic reconstructionElectrophysiological intraoperative monitoringRegenerative surgery with PRP and mesenchymal stem cells🏥 Current PositionsDirector, Traumaunit – Centro Médico Teknon (since 1999)Head, Hand Surgery Department, Bellvitge University Hospital (since 2007)Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Teknon Medical Center (since 1997)Former Assistant Surgeon, Mayo Clinic, USA (2005)Fellow, Avicenne and Bichat Hospitals, Paris, France (1997)🎓 Education & QualificationsPhD in Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona (2002)European Board Certified in Hand Surgery (EBHS) (2001)Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (1993)MD, University of Barcelona🌍 International TrainingMayo Clinic, Rochester, USAAvicenne & Bichat Hospitals, Paris, France – Fellowship in hand and brachial plexus surgeryOngoing participation in surgical missions and advanced training across Europe and the Americas📚 Academic & Teaching AppointmentsProfessor, Master’s Program in Hand Surgery, University of BarcelonaLecturer, International University of CataloniaLecturer, Physiotherapy Program, Universitat GimbernatNational Co-Director, Wrist Arthroscopy Training Program, AEM🧬 Research & InnovationFirst in Spain to apply electrophysiologically monitored nerve and plexus surgeryLead investigator in vascularized and free nerve grafts (FIS-funded 1994–1998)Ongoing research in PRP and mesenchymal stem cell applications for nerve regenerationDeveloper and global instructor in intraoperative nerve mapping protocols🏆 Memberships & RecognitionsPresident, Spanish Society for Surgery of the Hand (SECMA) (since 2012)Honorary Member, Mexican Society for Surgery of the HandMember, American Society for Surgery of the Hand (ASSH)Member, European Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand (FESSH)Invited speaker at over 15 ASSH instructional coursesOrganizer of over 50 national and international events on Peripheral Nerve and Brachial Plexus surgeryIn the photo: Joaquim Casañas (left) and motorcycle racer Toni Elías (right)Bookimed doctor Kamran Abbas-Zade with Professor Joaquim Casañas at Teknon

She has participated in many national and international courses and conferences including; Courses "Laser and pulsed light in aesthetic medicine" (2000, 2007), International course on achievements in plastic and aesthetic surgery (2000, 2007), SEME Congress from 2000 to 2008, Practical Seminar "Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Chemical Peels" Dr. Gabriel Serrano (1997) Course "Filler Substances: Evolution" (2001), World Conference on Ageing (Paris 2003), Course “The Art of Total Facial Contour Plastic Surgery with RADIESSE” (2004), "Methods of Botulinum Toxin Type A Administration in the Treatment of Expression Wrinkles" Planas Clinic (2004), qualification "Zone Diet" (2005), Course "Face mesoplasty" Course in the specialty "Skills in facial aesthetic medicine" (2005), World Conference on Anti-Aging (Monte Carlo, 2007), TEKNON Master in Medical-Surgical Laser Photon Medicine. She participated as a speaker in the congresses of the Spanish Society of Aesthetic Medicine on the use of aesthetic implants. He serves as the medical director of the cosmetic brand Skins Ceuticals. He is involved in several clinical studies on the use of aesthetic implants. My priority interest is to take care of my patients, understand their needs, improve their aesthetics, achieving a rejuvenated, harmonious appearance.

In his daily practice he pays special attention to: Mohs micrographic surgery (a highly specialized surgical treatment for skin cancer). Hair research and hair transplantation. Removal of vascular lesions, pigmented lesions and tattoos using laser. Skin rejuvenation (laser, peeling, botulinum toxin, fillers) and treatment of pigmented lesions. Under his leadership, his team performs laser hair removal procedures and other cosmetic procedures. In addition to other skin pathologies: acne, warts, psoriasis, surgical removal and periodic fight against moles and freckles, atopy, urticaria, etc. Dr. Camps is President of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery and founder of the European Society of Mohs Micrographic Surgery, and holds other positions in scientific organizations. Medical and surgical dermatologist at the Teknon Medical Center Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona. Specialist in medical and surgical dermatology. Doctoral dissertation: "Mohs micrographic surgery". Expert in dermatological surgery aimed at treating skin tumors. Head of the Dermatology Service at the General Hospital of Catalonia. Medical Director of Dermals, S.L. (Teknon Medical Center) since its foundation. Founder of the European Society of Mohs Micrographic Surgery. He was President of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS). Vice President of the Spanish Skin Cancer Association (ASECUT). Founder of the Spanish Laser Group, belonging to the Spanish Academy of Dermatology (AED). Founder and Vice President of the Spanish Society of Hair Transplantology. Active member of a number of national and international dermatological societies. Organizer, co-author and speaker of numerous courses on dermatology and dermatologic surgery at national and international level.