Medical team

Equilae is the Knee and Arthroscopic Surgery Unit of the Catalan Institute of Traumatology and Sports Medicine (ICATME, Institut Català de Traumatologia i Medicina de l’Esport). It is a team of specialists dedicated to the comprehensive treatment of orthopedic and traumatic pathologies and of knee and hip pathologies. Equilae combines the most advanced techniques in the field of arthroscopic surgery with personalized and close-up attention.

Left to right: Federico Ibáñez, Juan Erquicia, Xavier Pelfort, Joan Carles Monllau, Pablo Gelber, Raúl Torres, Maximiliano Ibáñez, Àngel Masferrer and Daniel Pérez Prieto.

Federico Ibáñez, Xavier Pelfort, Joan Carles Monllau, Pablo Gelber, Raúl Torres, Maximiliano Ibáñez, Àngel Masferrer and Daniel Pérez Prieto.

We are backed up by our clinical results and our commitment to research and innovation as key elements in the constant improvement in arthroscopic techniques and quality of care.

Our team consists of proven hands-on professionals who have led our patients to having complete confidence in us.

Arthroscopic Techniques

Arthroscopy is the introduction of a camera and different instruments (forceps, motor, vaporizer, etc.) through small incisions in the skin. The development of the arthroscopic technique was primarily applied, in the beginning, for the treatment of knee pathologies. Therefore, specialized arthroscopy units usually emerged in the core of knee units.

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Medical Team

Since its inception, the Equilae group has focused on bringing together a group of orthopedic surgeons interested in joint preservation surgery who were trained under the tutelage of Joan Carles Monllau. Joint preservation surgery, mainly of the knee with a special dedication to arthroscopic surgery, sets it sight on young adults and particularly the athlete.

Equilae, which now has international recognition, grew out of the desire to bring together a group of orthopedic surgeons trained under the tutelage of Joan Carles Monllau. .

Equilae later came to be the Arthroscopic Surgery Unit of ICATME (Catalan Institute of Traumatology I Medicine of Sport) at the Dexeus University Hospital in 2006. The progressive development of the specialty led to Equilae taking on overseeing knee surgery in its entirety, as much though preservation surgical techniques that continue to emphasize arthroscopic surgery, as through substitution techniques, better known as prosthetic surgery. In addition, the development of arthroscopic techniques for shoulder, elbow, hip and ankle joints emerge as additional areas of expertise in close cooperation with the relevant units.

  • Joan Carles Monllau García

    Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Autonomous University of Barcelona (1983).
    Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery (MIR), Doctor Trueta University Hospital (1993).
    Doctoral Degree, Autonomous University of Barcelona (1999).

    Training

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Autonomous University of Barcelona (1983).
    • Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Tramatology (MIR), Doctor Trueta University Hospital (1993).
    • Doctoral Degree, Autonomous University of Barcelona (1999).
    • Member AEA, Spanish Arthroscopy Association (1983).
    • Member SCCOT, Catalan Society of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery (1984).
    • Member SECOT, Spanish Society of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery (1993).
    • Member AGREG, Association Groupe Etude et Recherche sur le Genou (1999).
    • Member EMTG, European Meniscal Transplantation Group (2000).
    • Member ESSKA, European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (2001).
    • Member ISAKOS, International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine (2003).
    • Member ICRS, International Cartilage Repair Society (2009).

    Clinical Activity

    • Attending Physician, OS&T (1983-1994) Mutualidad de Futbolistas Españoles (Football Player’s HMO)
    • Attending Physician, OS&T (1985-1987) Mutualidad Patronal Montañesa (HMO).
    • Attending Physician, OS&T (1987-1989) Hospital de l’Esperança (IMAS).
    • Medical Resident OS&T (MIR) (1989-1993) Doctor Trueta University Hospital, Girona.
    • Attending Physician OS&T (Staff) (1994 -1994) Granollers General Hospital.
    • Attending Physician OS&T (Staff) (1994 -1997) IMAS – Hospital del Mar (Barcelona).
    • Section Head, OS&T (1997-2000) IMAS – Hospital del Mar (Barcelona).
    • Knee Unit Head (2005-2009) IMAS – Hospital de l’Esperança (Barcelona).
    • Director, Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology Service (OS&T) (2009-present). Hospital de Sant Pau (Barcelona).
    • Head of the Arthroscopic Surgery Unit of ICATME, Institut Universitari Dexeus (Dexeus University Institute) (2005-present).

    Academic Activity

    • Senior Lecturer, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2011).
    • Member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Arthroscopy (2010).
    • More than 200 papers in national and international conferences.
    • More than 100 publications in national and international journals.
    • More than 30 book chapters.
    www.drjoancarlesmonllau.com/
    Full curricular profile

  • Pablo Eduardo Gelber

    Orthopedic Surgery Specialist (MIR), Hospital del Mar, IMAS, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2003-2008).
    Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina (1995-2001).

    Training

    • Orthopaedic Surgery Specialist (MIR), Hospital del Mar, IMAS, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2003-2008).
    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Buenos Aires, Argentina (1995-2001).
    • Member of the Spanish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SECOT).
    • Member of the Catalan Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT).
    • Member of the Spanish Arthroscopy Association (AEA).
    • Member of European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA).
    • Former member of the ESSKA Youth Committee (Under 45) (2013-2014).
    • Member of the ESSKA Basic Sciences Committee (2014-2016).
    • Member of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS).
    • Member of the American Society of Arthroscopy, Knee and Sports Traumatology (SLARD).
    • Chairman of the ESSKA Congress Scientific Committee (2016).
    • Member of the ESSKA Arthroscopy Committee (2016-2018).

    Clinical Activity

    • Attending Physician, Knee and Arthroscopic Surgery Unit. ICATME, Quirón Dexeus University Hospital, Barcelona (2010-present).
    • Attending Physician, Knee Unit. Hospital de Sant Pau, Barcelona (2009-present).

    Academic Activity

    • Associate Professor, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2013-present).
    • Collaborating Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
    • Fellowship in Sports Medicine from the University of Pittsburgh (2010)
    • Doctoral Degree, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2007).
    • Teacher, Anatomy of the Locomotor System. Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires (1999-2001).
    • Assistant Professor of Anatomy. Faculty of Medicine, University of Buenos Aires (1996-2001).
    www.drgelber.com
    Full curricular profile

  • Àngel Masferrer Pino

    Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona (2001-2007).
    Orthopedic Surgery Specialist (MIR), Germans Trias i Pujol University Hospital (Badalona), Autonomous University of Barcelona (2008-2013).
    Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery. Equilae Group, Barcelona (2013-2014).

    Training

    • Fellowship in Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery. Equilae Group, Barcelona (2013-2014).
    • Orthopaedic Surgery Specialist (MIR), Germans Trias i Pujol University Hospital (Badalona), Autonomous University of Barcelona (2008-2013).
    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2001-2007).
    • Member of the Spanish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SECOT).
    • Member of the Catalan Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT).
    • Member of the Spanish Arthroscopy Association (AEA).
    • Member of the Academy of Medical Sciences of Catalonia and the Balearic Islands.

    Clinical Activity

    • Attending Physician, Knee and Arthroscopic Surgery Unit. ICATME, Quirón Dexeus University Hospital de Barcelona (2015-present).
    • OS&T Medical Specialist. CAP Poble Nou (Primary Health Care Center). IMAS – Hospital del Mar, Barcelona (2015-present).
    • Attending Physician, OS&T Emergencies. Germans Trias i Pujol University Hospital, Badalona (2013-present).
    • Medical Services Collaborator, Barcelona Football Club (2013-present).

    Academic Activity

    • Doctoral courses and Thesis (Research Proficient). Autonomous University of Barcelona (2010-2012).
    Full curricular profile

  • Raúl Torres Claramunt

    MD, Autonomous University of Barcelona, 2014
    Postgraduate degree, orthopaedic surgery and traumatology, Hospital del Mar, Barcelona (2006-2011)
    Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery, Rovira i Virgili University, Reus (1999-2005)
    Nursing degree, University of Valencia (1996-1999)

    Professional experience

    • Specialist in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology, Hospital del Mar, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2006-2011)
    • Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery, Rovira i Virgili University, Reus (1999-2005)
    • Member, Spanish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SECOT)
    • Member, Catalan Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT)
    • Member, Spanish Arthroscopic Association (AEA)
    • Member, Spanish Knee Society (SEROD)
    • Member, European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA)

    Clinical experience

    • Consultant in knee unit, Hospital del Mar, Barcelona (2011-present)
    • Consultant in arthroscopy and knee unit, Catalan Institute of Traumatology and Sports Medicine (ICATME), Quirón Dexeus University Hospital, Barcelona (2017-present)
    • Collaborating physician in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology department Vielha Hospital — Aran Valley (2011-2015)
    • Collaborating traumatologist, Institute for Medical Healthcare for Municipal Workers (PAMEM) mutual insurance company Barcelona (2011- 2013)

    Academic experience

    • Associate professor, Faculty of Medicine, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2015-present)
    •  Resident supervisor in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology, Mar Health Park (2015-present)
    • Three-month residency, Steadman-Philippon Research Institute, Vail, Colorado (USA)
    • MD, Autonomous University of Barcelona, 2014

  • Daniel Pérez Prieto

    Specialist in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology (MIR residency), Hospital del Mar, Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IMAS), Autonomous University of Barcelona (2011-2015)
    Postgraduate degree in medicine and surgery, University of Valencia (2001-2004)
    Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery, University of Valencia (2003-2009)

    Professional experience

    • Specialist in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology (MIR residency), Hospital del Mar, Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IMAS), Autonomous University of Barcelona (2011-2015)
    • Postgraduate degree in medicine and surgery, University of Valencia (2001-2004)
    • Bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery, University of Valencia (2003-2009)
    • Member, Spanish Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SECOT)
    • Member, Catalan Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SCCOT).
    • Member, Spanish Arthroscopic Association (AEA)
    • Member, Spanish Knee Society (SEROD)
    • European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID)
    • Spanish Society of Foot and Ankle Surgery (SEMCPT)
    • Member, European Society of Sports Traumatology Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA)
    • Executive committee, Pro-Implant Foundation. 2016-present
    • Member, Cell Research Group on Inflammation and Cartilage, Hospital del Mar Medical Research Group (IMIM)  2016-present

    Clinical experience

    • Consultant in arthroscopic and knee surgery unit. Catalan Institute of Traumatology and Sports Medicine (ICATME), Quirón Dexeus University Hospital, Barcelona (2017-present)
    • Consultant in traumatology, MAR Health Park, Barcelona (2015-present)

    Academic experience

    • Associate professor, Autonomous University of Barcelona (2016-present)
    • Fellowship in prosthetic infections, Charité — Berlin, Prof. Trampuz (2014)
    • Fellowship in osteomyelitis and implant-related infections, CHUV — Lausanne — Prof. Borens (2015)
    Full curricular profile

  • Jorge Amestoy Ramos

    Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Universidad de Navarra (2008-2014).
    Specialist in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology (MIR). Hospital del Mar. Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona (2015-2020).

    Training

    • Specialist in orthopaedic surgery and traumatology (MIR). Hospital del Mar. Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona (2015-2020)
    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Universidad de Navarra (2008-2014)
    • Member of Sociedad Española Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología (SECOT)
    • Member of Societat Catalana Cirurgía Ortopèdica i Traumaología (SCCOT)
    • Member of Sociedad Española de Rodilla (SEROD)
    • Member of Sociedad Española de Artroscopia (AEA)
    • Member of Sociedad Española de Cirugía de Hombro y Codo (SECHC)

    Clinical Activity

    • Attending Physician, Unidad de Cirugía Artroscópica y Rodilla. ICATME, Hospital Universitario Quirón Dexeus, Barcelona (2020-present)
    • Attending Physician, Unidad de Traumáticos. Hospital Universitario Parc Taulí, Sabadell (2020-present)

    Academic Activity

    • Three-month residency, Ospedale Cervesi di Cattolica, Emilia-Romagna (Italia)
    • Two-month residency, Hospital Universitario la Paz, Madrid

    Full curricular profile

  • Simone Perelli

    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery , the University of Pavia (2005-2011)
    • Specialist in Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery, University of Pavia (2012-2017)
    • Clinical and research fellowship in “Sport Traumatology and Joint replacement” at Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg Hospital of Genk, Prof. Johan Bellemans (2016)
    • Observational fellowship in “Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery” , Equilae Group, Barcelona (2017)

    Training

    • Residency program in Orthopaedic and Traumatology Surgery, University of Pavia (2012-2017)
    • Observational fellowship in “Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery” , Equilae Group, Barcelona (2017)
    • Clinical and research fellowship in “Sport Traumatology and Joint replacement” at Ziekenhuis Oost-Limburg Hospital of Genk ,Prof. Johan Bellemans and Prof. Kristoff Corten (2016)
    • Master in ankle arthroscopy at Ospedale G.B. Morgagni, Forlì, Prof. Francesco Lijoi (2016)
    • Diploma at International School of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (2012)
    • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery , the University of Pavia   (2005-2011)
    • Member AISOT Italian Society of Trainees (2012)
    • Member SIOT Italian Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (2012)
    • Member FMSI Italian Society of Sport Medicine (2013)
    • Member SIGASCOT Italian Society of Knee, Arthroscopy and innovative Surgery (2014)
    • Member SIA Italian Society of Arthroscopy (2015)
    • Member ISMULT Italian Society of Muscles, Ligaments and Tendons (2016)
    • Member FORTE (Federation of Orthopaedic Trainees in Europe (2015)
    • Member ESSKA (European Society of Sport Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (2016)
    • Member ISAKOS (International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sport Medicine (2017)

    Clinical Activity 

    • Attending Resident : Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia (2012-2017)
    • Consultant : AC Pavia Football Club, Pavia (2015-2016)
    • Executive Director of Medical Staff: BAKERY Sport Club, A2 League Volley e Basket, Piacenza (2013-2016)

    Academic Activity

    • Committee E-Learning of European Federation of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (EFORT) (2017)
    • President of Young Surgeons Board, SIGASCOT Scientific Society (2016)
    • Teaching and FAD board, SIOT Scientific Society (2015-2017)
    • Scientific Board of Italian Trainees Association Orthopaedics and Traumatology (2014-2015)
    Full curricular profile

Fellowship Programs

Equilae maintains a commitment to continuing education and has received numerous visitors from all the continents. From 2008, we developed one-year long fellowship programs a year for super-specialization in Arthroscopic Knee Surgery. This educational activity is closely linked to clinical research with constant evaluation of results, participation in the most relevant national and international forums of the specialty and the publication of articles and book chapters on the highlights, the results of that research.

Fellowship 2020-2021