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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Alicia Prieto Lobato began her academic journey in medicine at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, where she earned her degree in 2017. She later pursued a specialization in Cardiology through Spain’s competitive MIR program at the Complejo Hospitalario Universitario de Albacete (2018–2023). Driven by a passion for innovation in cardiac care, she enhanced her expertise through multiple postgraduate studies, including advanced cardiac imaging and risk management in atrial fibrillation.
🏥 Professional Endeavors
Alicia currently serves as an Interventional Cardiologist at Hospital del Mar and Hospital de Barcelona, where she combines clinical duties in Hemodynamics with research and mentorship. Her past appointments include a pivotal role as a resident physician in the Servicio de Salud de Castilla-La Mancha, where she laid the groundwork for her advanced subspecialty training.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Cardiology
Alicia’s scientific work is distinguished by its focus on atrial fibrillation, particularly in acute coronary syndrome, structural heart disease, and complex coronary interventions. She has contributed to over 15 scientific publications, many as lead author, in prestigious journals like REC Interventional Cardiology and JACC Case Reports. Her active participation in multicenter registries such as FACIJ, SEC-HARIPA, and IMPACT-TIMINGGO reflects her commitment to translational cardiology.
🌍 Impact and Influence
Alicia’s work has extended beyond hospital walls. Through public education initiatives—like CPR workshops under the campaign “En Albacete se salvan vidas”—she has strengthened community resilience and awareness. As the coordinator of the EURO 4C PCR Young Group, she champions the professional development of young interventional cardiologists on an international stage.
🧠 Research Skills
Her research toolkit includes advanced statistical analysis, observational study design, and predictive modeling. She has also developed expertise in multicenter clinical data coordination and scientific writing, which supports her role as a methodological consultant and co-investigator in numerous studies.
🏅 Awards and Honors
Alicia’s dedication has earned her several accolades, including 2nd Prize at the XX International Symposium on Ischemic Heart Disease, validating the clinical and research significance of her contributions.
🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions
Looking ahead, Alicia aspires to establish her own clinical-predictive research line in interventional cardiology, integrating a gender-focused perspective. Her vision includes building collaborative research models and enhancing the translation of scientific knowledge to clinical practice, ensuring her legacy is one of innovation, equity, and impact.
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