Prof. Salvatore Brugaletta
Consultant in interventional cardiology at “Hospital Clinic i provincial de Barcelona”, Spain
Spain
Areas of expertise
- Ischemic heart disease
- Heart failure
- Arrhythmias
- Valvular diseases
- Coronary artery disease
- Chronic total occlusions
- Trans-aortic valve implantations
- Atherosclerosis
- Endothelial dysfunction
- Percutaneous coronary interventions
- Coronary angiography
- Intracoronary imaging techniques
About the expert
Prof. Salvatore Brugaletta is a distinguished cardiologist specializing in interventional cardiology. With over two decades of clinical experience, he treats a wide spectrum of cardiovascular conditions, including ischemic heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, and valvular diseases. Proficient in diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic interventions, he has performed thousands of coronary angiographies and percutaneous coronary interventions, with a focus on complex procedures such as chronic total occlusions and trans-aortic valve implantations. His exceptional expertise extends to research, where he has led groundbreaking studies exploring novel treatment modalities and advancing our understanding of atherosclerosis and endothelial dysfunction.
Prof. Salvatore Brugaletta is a highly accomplished figure in the field of cardiology, renowned for his exceptional education, clinical proficiency, and significant contributions to research. He earned his medical degree magna cum laude from the Sacred Heart Catholic University in Rome.
Following his medical training, Prof. Brugaletta embarked on a remarkable journey in cardiology, undergoing rigorous postgraduate education and training. He completed his residency in Cardiology at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Rome, graduating magna cum laude. During his residency, he delved into various facets of cardiovascular medicine, honing his skills under the mentorship of leading experts in the field.
Prof. Brugaletta's career trajectory continued to soar as he pursued advanced research opportunities, earning dual PhD degrees in Cellular and Molecular Cardiology from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome and Interventional Cardiology from Erasmus Universiteit in Rotterdam. His extensive research focused on novel frontiers in interventional cardiology, including the utilization of imaging techniques for atherosclerosis assessment and evaluating vessel response to coronary interventions.
With a solid foundation in academia and research, Prof. Brugaletta transitioned into clinical practice, where he made indelible contributions to patient care and treatment innovation. He served as a fellow in interventional cardiology at the University Hospital of San Paul in Barcelona, Spain, where he played a pivotal role in numerous international trials and gained expertise in complex coronary interventions.
Throughout his career, Prof. Brugaletta has been recognized for his outstanding achievements with numerous awards and accolades, including research grants, young leadership recognition, and prestigious fellowships. His exceptional contributions to the field have earned him memberships in esteemed societies such as the European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions and the European Society of Cardiology.
Prof. Brugaletta's research interests encompass a broad spectrum of cardiovascular science, with a particular focus on atherosclerosis, endothelial function, and the development of innovative treatment modalities. He has led groundbreaking studies investigating the role of bioresorbable vascular scaffolds, intracoronary imaging techniques, and novel therapeutic approaches in improving patient outcomes.
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Consultant in interventional cardiology
2010 - Today“Hospital Clinic i provincial de Barcelona”, Spain
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Fellow in interventional cardiology
2008 - 2010University Hospital of San Paul (Barcelona, Spain)
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Cardiology Resident
2003 - 2007Sacred Heart Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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PhD in Interventional Cardiology
the Erasmus Universiteit, Rotterdam
2012
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PhD in Cellular and molecular Cardiology
Catholic University of the Sacred Heart of Rome, Italy
2012
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Spanish board in Interventional Cardiology
2010
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Spanish board in Cardiology
2004
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Italian board in Cardiology
2003
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Fellow of European Association of Percutaneous Cardiovascular Interventions
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Fellow of Italian Society of Cardiology
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Fellow of Spanish Society of Cardiology
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