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Dr. David Gerardo Riesco Acevedo

Dr. David Gerardo Riesco Acevedo

Tarragona,Tarragona

Summary

Compassionate and results-oriented Internal Medicine Consultant with 13+ years of experience providing exceptional patient care and leading healthcare teams. Demonstrated expertise in medical management, clinical research, and educational program development.

Healthcare management training in the top 3 European Business School. Committed to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment that prioritises patient well-being and team success. University Professor with Clinical Academic Medical Doctor license by Ministry of Science and Innovation of Spain

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
35
35
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Internal Medicine Consultant

Joan XXIII University Hospital
Tarragona, Tarragona
10.2017 - Current
  • Therapeutic clinical approach to patients with viral/bacterial infectious diseases, pulmonary thromboembolism, diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, heart failure, oncological diagnosis, autoimmune disease, palliative care.
  • Designed individualised plans for diagnostic and treatment of inhospital patients, working closely with other specialists.
  • Monographic consultation on Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Thromboembolism
  • Coordination yearly program of medical education update hospital sessions (Consultants, Specialist and Residents staffs)
  • Coordination of regional medical education update meetings
  • Speaker in regional/national (Spain) meetings
  • 18 Scientific journals publications with ORCID 0000-0001-7188-7188
  • ESC member of Working Group on Pulmonary Circulation & Right Ventricular Function
  • Mentor of internal medicine residents
  • Participated actively in clinical trials as principal investigator, contributing to advancements in internal medicine research field.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring comfort and dignity for patients in final stages of life.
  • Diagnosed complex medical cases by conducting thorough patient examinations.
  • Contributed to research into metabolic disease to improve patient treatments.
  • Optimised patient care for improved health outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans.

Associate Professor of Medicine

Rovira i Virgili University
Tarragona, Tarragona
09.2018 - Current
  • Delivered lectures to medicine students with compelling storytelling and presentation skills.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on interdisciplinary research projects, fostering intellectual growth.
  • Established connections with industry professionals for guest lectures and workshops.
  • Supervised doctoral candidates' research work, ensuring high standard of scholarship.
  • Managed administrative tasks related to coursework, exams and records keeping.
  • Mentored junior faculty members, aiding professional development and career progression.
  • Participated in academic conferences to present findings of research studies.
  • Lectured classes using exceptional communication techniques to enhance engagement.
  • Designed exams, assessments and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
  • Directed high level research by collaborating with post graduate students and colleagues.

Internal Medicine Physician

Vendrell Hospital
Vendrell, Tarragona
07.2012 - 10.2017
  • Established therapeutic clinical approach to patients with viral/bacterial infectious diseases, pulmonary thromboembolism, diabetes, hypertension, hypercholesterolemia and oncological diagnosis.
  • Performed monographic consultation on Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Thromboembolism
  • Managed over 25 outpatients visits per day
  • Performed coordination of regional medical update meetings
  • Performed Speaker in medical updates regional (Spain) meetings

Internal Medicine Physician (Emergency Room)

Santa Tecla Hospital
Tarragona, Tarragona
06.2011 - 07.2012
  • Increased response to patients concerns by referring to their medical history and performing diagnoses, investigations, treatments and referrals as appropriate.
  • Conducted routine checks on admitted patients; ensured timely intervention when required.
  • Utilised advanced diagnostic tools and technology to identify underlying health issues accurately.
  • Attended international conferences regularly; resulted in integration of global best practices into local healthcare strategies.
  • Optimised patient care for improved health outcomes by developing comprehensive treatment plans.

Internal Medicine Spain Board

Joan XXIII University Rovira Virgili Hospital
Tarragona, Tarragona
05.2006 - 05.2011
  • Improved personal productivity by gaining competency in Internal Medicine speciality.
  • Consulted with patients about special needs, cares and concerns throughout treatments.
  • Kept detailed records of medical conditions and histories, providing exceptional and individualised care.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
  • Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Leadership Program in Healthcare Management

IESE BUSINESS SCHOOL UNIVERSITY OF NAVARRA
Madrid, Spain
04.2001 - 10.2024

Master of Science - Master in Pulmonary Thromboembolism Clinical Research

ALCALA DE HENARES UNIVERSITY
Madrid, Spain
10.2017

Doctor of Medicine - Doctoral degree

ROVIRA I VIRGILI UNIVERSITY
Tarragona, Spain
02.2016

Internal Medicine Spain Board - Medicine

JOAN XXIII UNIVERSITY ROVIRA I VIRGILI HOSPITAL
Tarragona, Spain
04.2001 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Medicine (Spain certification)

Ministry Education and Science Spain
Madrid
09.2003

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Medicine

Zulia University
Venezuela
04.2001 - 12.2002

Medical Doctor - Clinical University Academic - Doctoral degree

Ministry of Science and Innovation of Spain (ANECA)
Spain

Skills

  • Interpersonal Relationships
  • Leadership
  • Professional Mentoring
  • Decision Making
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Patient Safety
  • Clinical Research
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Flexibility
  • Healthcare Management
  • Fluent English, Spanish and Catalan language
  • Educational leadership
  • Teaching excellence

Timeline

Associate Professor of Medicine

Rovira i Virgili University
09.2018 - Current

Internal Medicine Consultant

Joan XXIII University Hospital
10.2017 - Current

Internal Medicine Physician

Vendrell Hospital
07.2012 - 10.2017

Internal Medicine Physician (Emergency Room)

Santa Tecla Hospital
06.2011 - 07.2012

Internal Medicine Spain Board

Joan XXIII University Rovira Virgili Hospital
05.2006 - 05.2011

Certificate of Higher Education - Leadership Program in Healthcare Management

IESE BUSINESS SCHOOL UNIVERSITY OF NAVARRA
04.2001 - 10.2024

Internal Medicine Spain Board - Medicine

JOAN XXIII UNIVERSITY ROVIRA I VIRGILI HOSPITAL
04.2001 - 05.2011

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Medicine

Zulia University
04.2001 - 12.2002

Master of Science - Master in Pulmonary Thromboembolism Clinical Research

ALCALA DE HENARES UNIVERSITY

Doctor of Medicine - Doctoral degree

ROVIRA I VIRGILI UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Medicine (Spain certification)

Ministry Education and Science Spain

Medical Doctor - Clinical University Academic - Doctoral degree

Ministry of Science and Innovation of Spain (ANECA)

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