🎓 Medical education: Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of the Basque Country (Hospital de Cruces, 2003–2009) — one of the leading medical schools in Spain.
🏥 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Completed a highly competitive residency at the Institut Universitari Dexeus (Barcelona, 2010–2014), known for its excellence in women’s health and reproductive medicine.
Professional experience
🔹 Assisted Reproduction Specialist (Hospital Quirón Barcelona & Centro Médico Teknon) Currently a leading expert in the Assisted Reproduction Unit, collaborating with Dr. Aurel to develop personalized IVF programs. Together, they provide exceptional patient care and achieve success rates that exceed international standards.
🔹 Egg Donation Program Coordinator Dr. Barbed runs one of the most advanced egg donation programs in Spain, providing high-tech medical care to patients from all over the world. (May 2021 – present)
🔹 Coordinator of the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Prenatal Diagnostics (Gine-3 Gynecological Center) Successfully managed a multidisciplinary team specializing in infertility treatment and prenatal care, receiving recognition for her professionalism and expertise in complex reproductive cases. (2017–2021)
🔹 Gynecology and Obstetrics Consultant (Hospital de Barcelona) Provided advanced gynecological and obstetric care, specializing in high-risk pregnancy management and minimally invasive procedures. (2017–2021)
🔹 Specialist in Reproductive Medicine (Institut Universitari Dexeus) Specialized in assisted reproductive technologies and endoscopic surgery, contributing to innovation in fertility preservation. (2014-2017) Awards and Certifications 🏆 Ranked among the Top 10 Gynecologists in Catalonia (according to El Nacional.cat) for her outstanding contribution to reproductive medicine and patient care. 📜 Level III certification in ultrasound diagnostics (issued by the Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, SEGO) – the highest level of qualification in gynecological ultrasound.
Research, publications and academic activities
📖 Publications: • “Efficiency of oocyte storage in low ovarian response for PGS” – Gynecol. Endocrinol., July 2016. • Numerous scientific articles published since 2007, some of which have received awards for outstanding quality.
🎤 Participation in conferences: Active participant in national and international congresses, where he presents cutting-edge research and collaborates in multidisciplinary research.
🎓 Teaching activity: Teaches in the Master’s program “Cytogenetics and Reproductive Biology” at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
Professional associations
✅ Member of the Association for the Study of Reproductive Biology (ASEBIR) since 1993.
✅ Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) since 2008.
Why choose Dr. Cayetana Barbed?
💎 More than 10 years of experience in reproductive medicine, numerous awards and active participation in the development of the industry.
💎 Individual approach to each patient, based on modern scientific data and advanced treatment methods.
💎 Combining expertise and caring, Dr. Barbed strives to provide the best possible outcome for each patient on their journey to parenthood.
🏆Included in the Top 10 best gynecologists in Catalonia (according to El Nacional.cat) for her outstanding contribution to reproductive medicine and patient care.
Procedures performed by the doctor
Brain tumor removal
$27926-
$42251
Hemorrhoidectomy
$6499-
$6499
Removal of spinal cord tumor
$26786-
$37500
Wide excision of melanoma
$6007-
$8192
Limb prosthetics
$4814-
$7385
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$17476-
$19660
Vaporization (with GreenLight Laser)
$10922-
$10922
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
$17476-
$19660
Nephrectomy
$18568-
$21845
Topical therapy of melanoma
$6007-
$8192
Retinal detachment surgery
$7658-
$7658
Craniotomy
$24029-
$31675
Immunotherapy
$3823-
$6007
Shoulder replacement
$24029-
$31675
Vagus nerve stimulation
$49151-
$51335
Hormone therapy
$1638-
$3823
Stereotaxic surgeries
$27306-
$70996
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$27306-
$38228
Radiotherapy
$17476-
$19660
Cochlear implant placement
$70996-
$76457
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$7646-
$13107
Gland therapy for breast cancer
$1638-
$3823
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
$6963-
$10898
Chemotherapy
$2731-
$3823
Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids)
$16410-
$21880
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve
$24029-
$34952
Thyroid resection
$17476-
$19660
Lumpectomy
$17476-
$19660
Mastectomy
$18672-
$20961
Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS)
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