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Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D.
Excellent
AiroScore
9.90

Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D.

pediatric orthopedics and traumatology
pediatric orthopedics and traumatology
User ScoreExperienceTotal ReviewsRatingPrice RangePublicationsOnline Consultations
97%35 years29.9/10$$$$37Yes

Overview

Country, City
Spain, Barcelona
Health facility
University Pediatric Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona
Medical unit
Department of pediatric orthopedics and traumatology
5.0 on Google
The data collected based on 2 patient reviews on Google

About the doctor

Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph. D. is a highly experienced doctor with 34 years of experience in pediatric orthopedics and traumatology. He is currently the Head of the Department of Pediatric Orthopedics and Traumatology at the Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona in Spain. Dr. Fontecha's impressive credentials include a medical degree from the Universitat de Barcelona, a specialization in Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology from the University Autonomous of Barcelona, and a Ph. D. in Surgery. He has also pursued advanced spinal column surgery and disease training from prestigious institutions in France, the USA, and the UK. Dr. Fontecha's expertise is widely recognized in the medical community, as he is a member of the Spanish Pediatric Orthopedic Society and the European Pediatric Orthopedic Society. He is also the vice president of the Ponseti Association in Spain for clubfoot, highlighting his dedication to specialized areas within pediatric orthopedics. With 37 scientific publications to his name, Dr. Fontecha's research contributions are noteworthy. His studies cover a wide range of topics, including Poland syndrome classification, osteoarticular tuberculosis, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on pediatric orthopedics practice. These publications demonstrate his commitment to advancing the field and finding innovative solutions for pediatric orthopedic conditions. Overall, Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha's extensive experience, specialized expertise, and research contributions make him an excellent doctor in pediatric orthopedics and traumatology. He is dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and advancing the field through his research and academic involvement.

Skills & Expertise

surgery
myelomeningocele
pediatric orthopedics
traumatology
orthopedics
orthopedics traumatology
brachial plexus
spinal column
fixation
shoulder
bone
palsy
reconstruction
osteoarticular tuberculosis
fetal surgery
circular fixation
osteoarticular infections
periosteal graft
plexus palsy
low back pain
brachial plexus palsy
orthopaedic surgery
thoracic wall
children
extremity
infections
muscle
nerve
fibular
fibular periosteal graft
plexus birth palsy
knee
trauma
injury
elbow flexion
muscle denervation
kwire fixation
plexus injuries
supracondylar fracture
congenital myelomeningocele
corrective surgery
thoracic wall reconstruction
humerus
chiari malformation
klippelfeil syndrome
hip
limb
graft technique
sprengel deformity
steroids

Resume

CV (Curriculum Vitae)

Education
  • 1989 Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Universitat de Barcelona
  • 1993 Training in spinal column surgery at the Institut Calot, Berck-sur-Mer Cedex, France
  • 1995 Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology at the University Autonomous of Barcelona
  • 1998 Ph.D. in Surgery, summa cum laude, from the University Autonomous of Barcelona
  • 2003 Training in advanced spinal column surgery at the AAOS Learning Centre, Chicago, USA
  • 2003 Training in spinal column disease and clubfoot at the Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Lowa, USA
  • 2007 Training in circular fixation at the Children's Hospital of Bristol, Great Britain
  • 2008 Ph.D. in Statistics in Health Sciences from the University Autonomous of Barcelona
  • 2009 Master’s degree in Scientific Methods in Health Sciences from the University Autonomous of Barcelona
  • 2013 Training in percutaneous surgery at the Hospital des Enfants, Toulouse, France
  • 2014 Training in circular fixation at the Scottish Rite Hospital, Dallas, USA
  • 2019 Master's degree in Health Service Administration, the University Autonomous of Barcelona
Experience
  • 2013 Lecturer in the Master’s degree in Translational Biomedical Research, the University Autonomous of Barcelona
  • 2014 Lecturer in the Master’s degree in Animal Science and Animal Welfare, the University Autonomous of Barcelona
  • Head of the Department of Pediatric Orthopedics and Traumatology at the Hospital Sant Joan de Deu Barcelona, Spain
Awards & Memberships
  • Member of the Spanish Pediatric Orthopedic Society
  • Member of the European Pediatric Orthopedic Society
  • Vice-president of the Ponseti Association in Spain for clubfoot

Languages

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English
Spanish flag
Spanish
Catalan flag
Catalan

Publications

Lateralized overgrowth as a guiding sign of abdominal neoplasms for pediatric orthopedic surgeons.

2023

Poland syndrome: a new classification system based on a retrospective analysis of 74 cases.

November, 2022

Non-axial osteoarticular tuberculosis in the paediatric age.

May, 2021

Location

Pg. de Sant Joan de Déu, 2, 08950 Barcelona, Spain

FAQ

What is the specialization of Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D.?

The primary specialization of the doctor is pediatric orthopedics and traumatology.

What is the experience of the specialist?

Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D. has been practicing for more than 35 years.

What do patients say about Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D.?

The doctor has 0 review on AiroMedical and and 2 feedbacks at other places. The UserScore of the specialist is 97%.

What is the rating of the doctor?

What topics does Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D. expert at?

The doctor has excellent knowledge in surgery, myelomeningocele, pediatric orthopedics, traumatology, orthopedics.

Is the specialist involved in the research?

Does the specialist offer online consultations?

Yes, Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D. performs virtual appointments and offers a second medical opinion service.

Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D.
Prof. Dr. Cesar Galo Garcia Fontecha, Ph.D.

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