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Fernando Villagrá

Heart Care/Surgery

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Years of Experience

About Fernando Villagrá

Dr. Fernando Villagrá is a respected cardiovascular surgeon who specializes in pediatric cardiac surgery. He completed his medical degree at the Complutense University of Madrid. He later earned his specialization in Cardiovascular Surgery at the Autonomous University of Madrid. His doctoral thesis received the distinction of “Outstanding Cum Laude.” Dr. Villagrá has more than 40 years of experience. He has led pediatric cardiac surgery departments at top hospitals in Spain, including Hospital Universitario La Paz and Montepríncipe University Hospital. He has performed thousands of complex surgeries. He has also contributed to over 100 scientific publications in both international and national journals. He is a member of the Spanish Society of Cardiology. He also serves on the editorial boards of leading medical journals. This reflects his dedication to advancing cardiovascular medicine.

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Speciality

• Heart Care/Surgery

Language Spoken

• English

Awards

• Spanish Society of Cardiology
• Spanish Society of Cardiovascular Surgery
• International Society for Heart Transplantation
• Society of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery Aldo Castañeda
• International College of Angiology
• Société Européenne de Cardiologie
• European Society for Cardiovascular Surgery

Cardiologist

1999–Present — Head of Children's Cardiac Surgery, Montepríncipe University Hospital

2007–2015 — Head of Children's Cardiovascular Surgery, Hospital Universitario La Paz

2013–2015 — Head of Child Heart Surgery, Canary Islands Health Service

1987–2007 — Head of Children's Cardiac Surgery, Hospital La Zarzuela

1977–2007 — Infant Cardiac Surgeon, Ramón y Cajal Hospital

1972–1977 — Cardiovascular Surgery Resident, Puerta de Hierro University Hospital

1973–1974 — Cardiovascular Surgery Resident, University of Connecticut

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Performed by Fernando Villagrá

All Procedures Performed by Fernando Villagrá

Heart Care/Surgery

Heart care and surgery abroad covers coronary artery bypass grafting, [valve repair and replacement](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/heart-care-surgery/heart-valve-replacement-surgery), [angioplasty](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/heart-care-surgery/angioplasty) and stenting, structural heart interventions, and cardiac electrophysiology at internationally accredited cardiac centers. Options range from interventional cardiology procedures to complex open-heart surgery using minimally invasive approaches. Cardiac surgery is among the most expensive medical procedures in many countries. A coronary artery bypass that costs $80,000 to $150,000 at home may be available for $10,000 to $25,000 abroad at equally accredited cardiac hospitals with experienced cardiac surgeons and intensive care facilities. Leading international cardiac centers offer shorter waiting times, hybrid operating theaters, advanced cardiac imaging, and comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation programs. Patients consistently report receiving more attentive perioperative care and thorough follow-up than they experienced at home. The cardiac surgeon's experience and the hospital's cardiac ICU capabilities are the most critical factors. Confirm the surgeon's annual bypass or valve procedure volume. Adherence to cardiac rehabilitation, medication protocols, dietary changes, and regular follow-up echocardiography directly determines long-term cardiac outcomes.

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