Alberto Isaac Pérez Sanpablo is a researcher in Medical Sciences at the Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra National Rehabilitation Institute (INR-LGII), where he coordinates projects in the Motion Analysis and Rehabilitation Engineering Laboratory and chairs the Technological Innovation Commission of the College of Biomedical Engineers of Mexico. He is a member of the national system of researchers (SNII-I).

He holds a PhD in Automatic Control from CINVESTAV-IPN and a Master of Science degree in Biomedical Engineering from RWTH Aachen University in Germany. His expertise focuses on rehabilitation engineering, human motion analysis, the application of artificial intelligence to functional prediction, and the development of medical devices for individuals with disabilities.

He has contributed to the development of functional assessment scales, biomechanical analysis platforms, and clinically validated medical devices, including methodological instruments for assessing trunk control in individuals with spinal cord injuries. He has been a guest speaker at international conferences and has received awards such as the Mulcahey Award in 2022. His publications include areas such as functional recovery assessment and medical technology validation.

His participation in this course is directly linked to his experience in the development and validation of medical technologies, utilizing models such as Stage-Gate, Biodesign, and TRLs, with an emphasis on functional rehabilitation and clinical transfer.

Radiologist with a high specialty in Musculoskeletal Magnetic Resonance Imaging from Autonomous University of Mexico, she holds a Diploma in Diagnostic Neuroradiology from Technological University of Mexico and is certified by the Mexican Board Radiology. She has two publications in the Acta Medica of the Grupo Ángeles in 2019, one on research in Breast Cancer and another on imaging reviews for Van Neck-Odelberg disease (ischiopubic osteochondritis). She is currently a physician assigned to the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Department of the National Institute of Rehabilitation “Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra”, and physician assigned to the Imaging Department, Regional General Hospital No.2, IMSS. She also teaches a residents in the specialty of Diagnostic and Therapeutic Imaging.

Arturo Martí Carvajal, venezuelan, based in Venezuela, MD, MSc, PhD, is a physician specializing in internal medicine and haematology. He trained at the University of Carabobo (Venezuela), where he also served as a tenured professor in Pharmacology, Internal Medicine, and Public Health. He is part of the university’s Chair of Evidence-Based Medicine. He currently works as an protocol editor with the Cochrane Heart, Stroke, and Circulation group, and advises international projects on systematic reviews.

He has published over 40 systematic reviews, including 38 with the Cochrane Collaboration. He led the review that contributed to the withdrawal of activated protein C in sepsis. In 2024, Stanford University listed him among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists. He is widely recognised as a leading figure in the Americas in the synthesis of evidence on sickle cell disease within the Cochrane network.

His main research focus is sickle cell disease. He investigates chronic pain, silent inflammation, and the absence of evidence in essential treatments. He combines clinical expertise with critical thinking and ethical commitment. He advocates for rigorous, question-driven medicine.

Dr. David Antonio Arguelles Pérez is a medical doctor specialized in Nuclear Medicine, graduated from the Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla (UPAEP). He completed his specialty training at the National Cancer Institute, endorsed by the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), and holds advanced studies in Nuclear Oncology. Since 2016, he has served as Head of the Nuclear Medicine Department at the National Rehabilitation Institute LGII.

He also earned a specialty in Health Organization Management from Universidad La Salle, receiving honors, and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in the same field.

His professional focus includes clinical research on bone infections and bone tumors, with a strong emphasis on nuclear techniques for diagnosing and managing inflammatory diseases and chronic pain. He has participated in national and international conferences and contributes to research projects in these areas.

Dr. Arguelles brings extensive experience to the study of pain and inflammation, integrating nuclear medicine into rehabilitation strategies. His work supports the development of innovative diagnostic and therapeutic protocols, making him a valuable contributor to academic and clinical discussions in this field.

He got into the institute in the year 2000. Have done several research investigations in Regional Anesthesia, published in both national and international magazines. Adjunct professor of the highly specialized course in Regional Anesthesia (2004). Founder and Associate professor of Brachial Plexus and Vascular Access through Ultrasound (10 years). I have also explored various lines of research within the bounds of Regional Anesthesia on patients with disabilities. Anesthesia Coordinator in the Orthopedics area (6 years). Directed the Anesthesiological Division (5 years). Completed a Master in Hospital Administration endorsed by U.N.A.M. (Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México). Planed and executed high quality courses as Associate professor in multiple national academic forums regarding Regional Anesthesia and Pain medicine.

He completed his medical studies at the Faculty of Medicine of the Universidad La Salle. He received his training as a specialist in rheumatology from the Ignacio Chávez National Institute of Cardiology. In 2011, he completed a master’s degree in health sciences, endorsed by the National Polytechnic Institute, and received an Honorable Mention. Later, in 2015, he completed a PhD in Biological and Health Sciences at the Metropolitan Autonomous University, earning a medal for University Merit. He is a member of multiple medical societies, having served as president of the Mexican Council of Rheumatology from 1998 to 1999 and of the Mexican College of Rheumatology from 2004 to 2005. In his teaching activities, he is currently a professor of the undergraduate course in rheumatology at the Universidad la Salle, as well as a Titular professor of the PAEM in Ultrasound in Rheumatology, which has been recognized by the Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), certified by the Mexican Council of Rheumatology, and the Mexican Council of Internal Medicine. He has authored over 100 publications and has been a speaker at numerous national and international scientific conferences and congresses. His main research interests are ultrasound in rheumatology. Currently serving as director of the National Institute of Rehabilitation "Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra", where he has been characterized by impeccable work since 2021, the year of his appointment.

In 2018, he graduated as a Surgeon from the University of Guanajuato; in 2019, he entered the specialty of Anesthesiology at the General Hospital of Mexico where he obtained the title with the endorsement of the National Autonomous University of Mexico.

In 2022, he completed the highly specialized course in Cardiovascular Anesthesiology at the Ignacio Chávez National Institute of Cardiology; later he continued his training in the "Diploma in Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Vascular Access by Ultrasound" at the Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra National Rehabilitation Institute.

He has published articles associated with topics such as pharmacology in multimodal analgesia and has collaborated in book chapters related to anesthesia in the cardiac patient for non-cardiac surgery; He has also participated as a speaker in national and international conferences on topics such as cardiotoxicity due to local anesthetics and in practical workshops on the placement of ultrasound-guided vascular access, regional anesthesia, total intravenous anesthesia and scanning of peripheral regional blocks.

He is currently a physician assigned to the Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra National Rehabilitation Institute in the Medical-Surgical Division, where he participates as a collaborating professor and thesis advisor in the “Diploma in Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Vascular Access by Ultrasound”; he is also collaborating as a professor in the Anesthesiology postgraduate program at the Angeles Acoxpa Hospital.

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Ophthalmologist – Retina and Vitreous Specialist

Dr. Salcedo Villanueva completed his medical degree at Universidad La Salle. He pursued his specialization in Ophthalmology at the Asociación Para Evitar la Ceguera en México (APEC), followed by a subspecialty in Retina and Vitreous at the same institution. He later undertook a fellowship in Retina at the University of Colorado.

He is He is a Level 1 member of the National System of Researchers (SNI 1), part of Mexico’s National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT).

His research interests include:

• Diabetic Macular Edema: diagnosis and emerging treatments
• Diabetic Retinopathy
• Imaging modalities and ultrasound
• OCT-A in Retinopathy of Prematurity
• Endophthalmitis

Contact information: guillermo.salcedo@apec.com.mx

He completed his Medical Degree at the Faculty of Higher Studies Iztacala, UNAM (2000–2006). He specialized in Anesthesiology at Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX), Hospital Central Norte (HCN) (2008–2011). He pursued a Diploma in Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Vascular Access with Ultrasound at INR LGII, endorsed by UNAM (2013). He obtained a Master’s degree in Hospital and Public Health Administration at IESAP (2017). He completed a Subspecialty in Pain and Palliative Medicine at the General Hospital of Mexico “Dr. Eduardo Liceaga” UNAM (2022), a Diploma in Thanatology at the Mexican Institute of Thanatology / UNAM (2020), and a Diploma in Teaching Training for Professors of Medical Specialties at the UNAM Faculty of Medicine (2024).

He has been a professor of undergraduate courses at FES Iztacala, UNAM and West Hill School of Medicine, as well as a postgraduate professor of the Anesthesiology specialty at PEMEX HCN. He was a founding professor of the Diploma in Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Vascular Access with Ultrasound at INR LGII, endorsed by UNAM (evening program). He has also taught various advanced specialty courses in Regional Anesthesia, Pain Medicine, and Palliative Care (2016–2025).

He has authored more than 20 publications in national medical journals, supervised anesthesiology specialty theses as well as regional anesthesia subspecialty works, presented posters at national and international conferences, and contributed chapters to anesthesiology books.

He is a national lecturer on topics including Regional Anesthesia, TIVA, Pain Medicine, and Palliative Care.

Currently, he works as an attending physician at the National Institute of Rehabilitation LGII and at PEMEX Central North Hospital.

Memberships: Mexican College of Anesthesiology (CMA), Mexican Society of Anesthesiology in Gynecology and Obstetrics (SMAGyO), Mexican Association for Pain Treatment (AMETD), and Total Intravenous Anesthesia Mexico Chapter (TIVA).

Director of the University Program of Bioethics of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), Professor "A" Definitive of the Faculty of Medicine of the UNAM.

PhD in Philosophy from the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, Master's and Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from the Universidad del Valle, in Cali – Colombia. She belongs to the National System of Researchers of Level 1 (SNII). He is a member of the UNESCO BIOETHICS Network, a member of the Council of the Bioethics Commission of Mexico City, a Member of the Colombian Society of Philosophy and a Member of the Ibero-American Network of Health Law.

He has published the books: "Medicine in the digital era: scope and perspectives". National Autonomous University of Mexico, "Selected Topics in Bioethics II". Editorial Tirant Lo Blanch "Selected Topics in Bioethics", Editorial Tirant Lo Blanch, Digital Book "Bioethics: Theories and Principles Transversal Teaching in Bioethics and Biolaw" Institute of Legal Research, . "Of irony and seduction. Essays on Kierkegaard". among others.

The articles:

“Toma de decisión compartida en la asesoría preprueba de la ecografía de las 11 a las 13 semanas de gestación: revisión bibliográfica” en la Revista Ginecología y Obstetricia de México 2023, “Desarrollo de sistemas de apoyo al diagnóstico y aplicación de pruebas psicométricas mediante chatbots con inteligencia artificial para profesionales de la salud: AMEL-IA”. En la Revista Research in Computing Science 2023, “Percepción del aborto en alumnado de primer año de la Facultad de Medicina posterior al curso de embriología Humana”, en la Gaceta Médica de México 2023, COVID-19 y la relación médico paciente en Revista CONAMED 2020, among others.

And the book chapters: “Análisis cualitativo del estado de la cuestión de la medicina en la era digital en la literatura” en el libro Medicina en la era digital: alcances y perspectivas, “Toma de decisiones Médicas en crisis sanitarias” en el libro “COVID 19, Medidas, adaptación y aprendizaje Una visión desde el Seminario sobre Medicina y salud (2020-2022)”, “Integridad y deshonestidad académica” Tópicos Selectos en Bioética II”, “Discapacidad y salud mental” En el libro Salud Mental Forense, “Medicina en la era Digital” En el libro “Tratado de Bioética Médica”. Among others.

Dr. Iván Pérez Neri holds a degree in Pharmaceutical Biological Chemistry and a Ph.D. in Sciences from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). He currently serves as Coordinator of the Evidence Synthesis Unit at the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra and is a Level II National Researcher (SNII).

His expertise lies in neurochemistry, evidence-based medicine, and evidence synthesis. He has an extensive career, evidenced by over 66 publications in indexed scientific journals, one book, and six book chapters. Among his most relevant contributions are his studies on neuroprotective mechanisms and his role as an editor for high-impact scientific journals such as Annals of Medicine and Frontiers in Neurology.

He is a member, author and reviewer of the Cochrane Collaboration. He has coordinated numerous evidence syntheses, and has published methodological protocols and papers on evidence synthesis, including a study on adherence to PRISMA reporting guidelines in rheumatology systematic reviews. He has accomplished two comprehensive Cochrane courses on systematic review methodology. He also contributed to the development of the InSynQ guide for planning research questions in systematic reviews.

Dra. Jaqueline Elena Flores Yucra, earned her medical degree from the Universidad Técnica de Oruro, Bolivia, and specialized in Anesthesiology, Resuscitation, and Pain Management at Hospital Obrero No. 1, accredited by the Universidad Mayor de San Andrés in La Paz, Bolivia.

Her solid academic background includes a postgraduate diploma in Higher Education and a Master’s degree in Forensic Medicine, underscoring her ongoing commitment to professional development and teaching.

Dr. Flores Yucra further strengthened her clinical and academic expertise in Mexico, where she completed a fellowship in Regional Anesthesia at the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación “Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra”, under the endorsement of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).

Currently, as an attending physician in the Division of Anesthesiology at this institution, she focuses on the application of advanced techniques and is dedicated to training future specialists as an Associate Professor in the prestigious Diploma Program in Regional Anesthesia and Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access.

Graduated from the Anesthesiology specialty at the Central North PEMEX Hospital to later complete the High Specialty Course in Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia at the National Rehabilitation Institute LGII where she has worked in the Anesthesiology service since 2018.

Director of the department of Anesthesiology in the National Rehabilitation Institute since 2023.

Collaborating Professor High Specialty Postgraduate Course "Regional Anesthesia" UNAM 2018 – 2025

Adjunct Professor High Specialty Postgraduate Course "Regional Anesthesia" UNAM 2020 – 2025

Collaborating Professor Diploma “Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Vascular Access by Ultrasound” UNAM 2020 - 2025

Master of Health Sciences from the National Polytechnic Institute.

Coordinator of several Regional Anesthesia Workshops.

He has published in indexed journals.

He has directed postgraduate theses, and his lines of research are focused on pain and regional anesthesia.

It is part of the ESRA Societies (European Society of Regional Anesthesia); Mexican College of Anesthesiology.

Dr. Janette Jacqueline Franco Contreras is a board-certified radiologist who earned her medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí. She completed a fellowship in Magnetic Resonance Imaging at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, with clinical training at Médica Sur Hospital.

She is certified by the Mexican Council of Radiology and Imaging and currently serves as an attending physician in the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Department at the National Institute of Rehabilitation "Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra."

Dr. Franco Contreras has actively participated in international academic meetings, contributing as both author and co-author of educational exhibits presented at the American Roentgen Ray Society. She is the lead author of the study “Ankle and Midfoot: Ultrasound–Magnetic Resonance Correlation in the Evaluation of Ligaments and Tendons”, and co-author of “Shoulder Ultrasound: A Practical Guide for Radiology Residents”, presented at the Radiological Society of North America.

Her current clinical practice focuses on the assessment and interpretation of musculoskeletal pathology, with a particular interest in peripheral neuropathy.

Education and Training

Obtained a Medical Degree from Universidad Libre – Seccional Cali (Colombia) in 2016.

Earned a Specialist degree in Epidemiology from Universidad Surcolombiana de Neiva (Colombia) in 2019.

Completed a specialization in Anesthesiology at Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México in 2022.

Pursued advanced studies in regional anesthesia by completing the Diploma in Regional anesthesia: Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access at the National Rehabilitation Institute in 2023.

Professional Experience

Currently serves as an anesthesiologist at Clínica Los Nogales and Clínica Cafam 93 in Bogotá, Colombia.

Javier Pérez holds a Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy and a Master’s degree in Health Care Organization Management. He currently works as a physical therapist at Hospital Ángeles Pedregal in Mexico City, where he serves as Coordinator of the Sports Area and Continuing Education in the Physical Therapy Department, collaborating closely with orthopedic physicians in the comprehensive care of patients.

He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy in Mexico and complemented his training with a Master’s degree in Health Care Organization Management, as well as international training with world-renowned speakers. He holds the NSCA-CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) certification and a FIFA-endorsed Diploma in Football Medicine, among other specialized credentials.

His professional practice focuses on the assessment and treatment of orthopedic and sports patients, with particular expertise in advanced technologies such as force platforms, digital dynamometers, high-intensity therapeutic lasers, selective radiofrequency, biofeedback, and biomechanical analysis devices. He has extensive experience managing injuries in high-performance athletes, Olympic athletes, professional dancers, marathon runners, and post-operative patients with complex clinical conditions.

He has delivered workshops on the use of advanced technology for the assessment and treatment of orthopedic and sports patients to students at Universidad Anáhuac Querétaro, as well as lectures and training sessions for students at Universidad La Salle. In addition, at Hospital Ángeles Pedregal he leads the continuing education of health professionals in various high-specialty technologies.

His expertise in integrating, teaching, and applying innovative equipment directly aligns with the theme of the congress, providing a practical and up-to-date perspective on orthopedic and sports physical therapy.

Dr. Jesús Velasco López is a highly accomplished physician with a distinguished career in Anesthesiology. He began his medical journey at the UNAM Faculty of Medicine before specializing in Anesthesiology at Pemex Central North Hospital, an institution also recognized by UNAM. His training culminated in an advanced fellowship in Regional Anesthesia at the prestigious National Institute of Rehabilitation (INR) "Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra," a testament to his dedication to subspecialized care.

Currently, Dr. Velasco serves as a staff physician on the evening shift in the Anesthesiology department at the INR. Beyond his clinical duties, he is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of medical professionals. He holds the position of Lead Professor for the "Brachial Plexus and Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access" evening diploma program and is an Associate Professor for the advanced Regional Anesthesia course at the same institute.

Dr. Leticia Ascencio Huertas is a psychologist specializing in Health Psychology, with a Master's degree in Experimental Psychology with an emphasis on health and a PhD in Social and Administrative Sciences. She has clinical training in psycho-oncology and palliative psychology. She currently works as a specialist psychologist in the Department of Mental Health and Clinical Practice in Palliative Care and serves on the Research Ethics Committee at the National Cancer Institute (INCAN) in Mexico. She is a member of the National System of Researchers (SNI) of the Secretariat of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation in Mexico. She serves on the Board of Directors of the ALCP (National Association of Palliative and Support Care). She is a founding member of the Mexican College of Palliative and Support Care. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses at the Faculty of Psychology at UNAM and other private universities in Mexico and abroad. She has published several articles on palliative care in scientific and popular journals.

Correo electrónico: leash71.lah@gmail.com

He currently serves as Head of the Computed Tomography and Ultrasound Service at the Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra National Rehabilitation Institute and as a physician assigned to the Nuclear Medicine Service at the Ismael Cosío Villegas National Institute of Respiratory Diseases.

He completed his undergraduate studies in medicine at the National Polytechnic Institute and specialized in Radiology and Imaging at the National Autonomous University of Mexico. He has participated as an author and co-author in publications on Radiology and Nuclear Medicine.

Mechanisms of intraocular inflammation

Dr. Luz Elena Concha del Río is an ophthalmic surgeon specializing in Ocular Inflammatory Diseases and Research Methodology in ophthalmology, trained at UNAM. She currently serves as Head of the Ocular Inflammatory Diseases Clinic at the Asociación Para Evitar la Ceguera en México.

She is a Level 1 member of Mexico’s National System of Researchers (SNI), a member of the International Uveitis Study Group (IUSG), and serves on the International Council of the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS).

Dr. Concha is the lead professor of the Advanced Specialty Course in Ocular Inflammatory Diseases at UNAM’s Graduate School of Medicine, and served as President of the Mexican Center for Inflammatory Eye Diseases in 2017.

Her research lines include:

• Multimodal diagnosis, genotyping, and treatment of pars planitis, Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease, scleritis, and ocular toxoplasmosis.
• Rheumatologic diseases with ocular involvement, including rheumatoid arthritis, granulomatosis with polyangiitis, and Sjögren’s syndrome.
• Psychosocial and economic impact of uveitis in Mexico.

Contact information: luzelena.concha@apec.com.mx

Finn-Tore Camacho Bjørnsand, MNMF, is a Physiotherapist, Level 2 Hintsa Performance Coach, and General Manager of Muskelklinikken in Norway. He is the founder of several health and performance initiatives, including Sportsklinikken, Oslo Performance Center, Posthallen Trening, and the Norwegian Sports and Health Institute, as well as digital platforms such as Coach Camacho App and Finn-Tore’s Podcast.

He holds a Bachelor’s in Physiotherapy from Saxion University (Netherlands) and a Master’s in Athletic Therapy from the National University of Medical Sciences (Spain), complemented by training in Manual Therapy, Osteopathy, Sports Psychology, and Exercise Nutrition.

His clinical focus lies in sports injuries, musculoskeletal disorders, and complex pain, adopting an evidence-based holistic approach that integrates ultrasound diagnostics, injection therapy, and shockwave therapy.

An esteemed educator and international lecturer, he fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and professional development for therapists and coaches. He has served as President of the Private Practitioners’ Physiotherapists Association (PFF) and as a Council Member for Musculoskeletal Health. Since 2020, he has conducted research on regenerative medicine for musculoskeletal and sports conditions.

Fluent in Norwegian, English, and Spanish, he is recognized for his leadership in human performance, musculoskeletal health, and clinical innovation.

Manuel Martinez-Lavin MD. Professional sketch.

Dr. Martinez-Lavin obtained his Medical Doctor degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico. He did his Internal Medicine training at St. Louis University in Missouri USA. He was designated Chief Resident of Internal Medicine at the St. Louis City Hospital. His formal Rheumatology training took place at Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation in La Jolla California. He is certified as Internist and as Rheumatologist by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is also certified by the Mexican Council of Internal Medicine and the Mexican Council of Rheumatology.

After finishing his post-graduate training in the USA, Dr. Martinez-Lavin returned to his native Country Mexico to work at the National Cardiology Institute. He developed a formal Clinical Rheumatology Fellowship Training Program, sponsored by the National Autonomous University. This Rheumatology fellowship program has graduated 154 Clinical Fellows from Mexico, South American and Spain.

His research group first described the following fibromyalgia pathogenetic features.

• Stress as key driving force.
• Autonomic dysfunction using heart rate variability analyses.
• Genetic alterations of COMT enzyme and adrenergic receptors.
• Norepinephrine-evoked pain.
• Fibromyalgia as a sympathetically-maintained neuropathic pain syndrome.
• Small fiber neuropathy using corneal confocal microscopy.
• Dorsal root ganglia as the key site where stress becomes neuropathic pain.
• Fibromyalgia as a satellite gliopathy.
• Complexity science paradigms to untangle fibromyalgia conundrum.
• Fibromyalgia in Frida Kahlo’s life and art.

She is a Medical Doctor and Homeopath, trained at the Instituto Politécnico Nacional. She completed her specialization in Gynecology and Obstetrics at Sanatorio Durango, followed by advanced subspecialty training in Urogynecology, Neurology, and Urodynamics at Hospital Español. She is the Co-founder and General Director of MédicAs Clinic. Her professional practice is complemented by her active role as a lecturer and advocate on gender and health issues. In addition, she is dedicated to scientific dissemination, fostering the communication of medical knowledge to both professional audiences and the wider community.

Academic Background

Dra. Monserrat Quiñones Alva holds a Medical Surgeon degree from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Faculty of Higher Studies Iztacala. She completed her specialty in Anesthesiology at the Centro Médico Nacional La Raza and has obtained a Diploma in Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Vascular Accesses by Ultrasound from the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación, as well as a second Diploma in Regional Anesthesia from the Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León (UANL).

Academic and Teaching Experience

She has distinguished herself as a faculty member in a variety of courses and workshops, including:

Annual Course on Updates in Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine of the Colegio Mexicano de Anestesiología (2023, 2024, and 2025).

Course on Perioperative and Comprehensive Management of the Trauma Patient, organized by the Sociedad Mexicana de Anestesiología en Trauma.

Workshop on Ultrasound-Guided Approaches in the Trauma Patient (on Human Cadaver Models) at Hospital Magdalena de las Salinas / Biossmann.

Echo Training 2025 Course at Hospital Magdalena de las Salinas.

Professional and Academic Focus

Her professional and academic endeavors are centered on patient safety, comprehensive perioperative management, and the instruction of advanced techniques in regional and ultrasound-guided anesthesia.

Dr. Norma Marín Arriaga earned her Medical Degree from the Faculty of Medicine at the National Autonomous University of Mexico and completed her Residency in Radiology and Imaging at the IMSS National Medical Center “La Raza.” She later pursued a Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Imaging and a Diploma in Musculoskeletal and Articular Ultrasound at the National Rehabilitation Institute “Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra,” both endorsed by UNAM.

She previously served as Head of the Magnetic Resonance Imaging Department and currently holds the position of Head of the Division of Imaging at the National Rehabilitation Institute LGII.

Dr. Marín has worked as Lead Professor of the Diploma in Neuromuscular and Articular Magnetic Resonance Imaging and as Associate Professor in the Fellowship Program in Musculoskeletal Imaging. She has also been invited as a guest lecturer across various specialties taught at the National Rehabilitation Institute LGII.

Her academic contributions include collaborations in multiple publications, focusing on research in Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, and sports-related injuries.

With 26 years of experience in Musculoskeletal Radiology, Dr. Marín is recognized as a leading expert in the diagnosis of pain and inflammation through diverse imaging modalities, significantly contributing to the development of specialized diagnostic and therapeutic protocols.

Medical Intern of the Social Service Renato García González is currently affiliated with the National Institute of Rehabilitation Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra, where he takes part in projects related to neurosciences and evidence synthesis. He pursued his main academic training in the Bachelor of Medicine at the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP), where he built a distinguished trajectory marked by academic excellence and active participation in both basic and clinical research projects. His primary areas of work focus on neurosciences and research methodology, with a particular interest in neuronal regeneration mechanisms and the application of scoping reviews as a tool for scientific knowledge synthesis. Among his most relevant contributions is his role as first author of the review protocol Mechanisms of nerve regeneration for drug-resistant epilepsy, published in Archivos de Neurociencias (2022), as well as coauthorship in Rheumatology International (2022) on methodological guidelines for systematic reviews. In addition, he has participated in national and international congresses, presenting works on drug-resistant epilepsy, movement disorders, and neurovascular malformations. His experience related to the theme of the course lies in the design of search strategies, critical review, and application of scientific evidence, competencies he has applied in collaborative research projects and in teaching, through workshops on research methodology addressed to medical students.

Dr. Ricardo Pérez Sosa is a Pediatric Anesthesiologist and Pediatric Pain Specialist at Hospital Juárez de México in the Gustavo A. Madero district of Mexico City, where he combines clinical practice with the training of anesthesiology residents. He graduated from the Escuela Nacional de Medicina y Homeopatía of the Instituto Politécnico Nacional (2017) and completed his residency in Anesthesiology at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (UAEMex, 2018–2021) at Hospital General “Las Américas” in Ecatepec de Morelos, State of Mexico. He continued his subspecialty training in Pediatric Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine at the National Institute of Pediatrics (UNAM) in Mexico City from 2021 to 2024.

He holds a Diploma in Regional Anesthesia from the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra (UNAM, Mexico City, 2024), as well as a Diploma in Health Administration from Universidad Anáhuac Online (2023). He has been an active member of the European Society of Regional Anaesthesia and Pain Therapy (ESRA) since 2024.

His professional practice focuses on both Anesthesiology and Pediatric Pain Medicine, with specialized training in ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia for pediatric and adult patients. He works in both public and private healthcare settings, while also contributing to the education of medical residents. His main clinical and academic interests include the care of pediatric patients, optimization of perioperative analgesia, comprehensive pain management, and the treatment of withdrawal syndromes in children.

He completed his undergraduate studies in Medicine at the Central University of Ecuador, obtaining the degree of Medical Doctor. He earned his Specialist degree in Anesthesiology from the same institution. He is a Subspecialist in Pediatric Anesthesiology from the National Institute of Pediatrics, and holds a High Specialty degree in Regional Anesthesia from the National Institute of Rehabilitation LGII, both awarded by the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM).

He further enhanced his training with a Master’s degree in Regional Anesthesia and Ultrasound-Guided Pain Management from the University of Salamanca - Spain, as well as Diplomas in Critical Ultrasound and in Echocardiography and Hemodynamic Monitoring from the Autonomous University of Sinaloa.

He has published articles in peer-reviewed journals and book chapters, and has participated as a speaker and lecturer at numerous national and international congresses and courses in his specialty.

Currently, he works as an Anesthesiologist at Hospital Vozandes Quito. His main areas of clinical interest and expertise include regional anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, perioperative pain management, and the application of ultrasound in anesthesiology.

She completed her undergraduate studies as a surgeon at the University of Guadalajara. She is an internal medicine physician with a degree in rheumatology from the University of Guadalajara. She completed a fellowship in rheumatology ultrasound at the INR LGII in 2025. She has certification in intermediate-level musculoskeletal ultrasound by the EULAR. She has participated as a speaker at national scientific conferences. She conducts research at the INRLGII, focusing her research on ultrasound in rheumatology. She is currently a Medical Specialist "A" in the Rheumatology Division and an Associate Professor of Rheumatology Ultrasound at the INRLGII (National Institute of Rheumatology) since 2025.

She completed her medical studies at the Faculty of Medicine of the UNAM and received her training as a specialist in internal medicine from Medica Sur. She completed her subspecialty training in rheumatology at the INCMNSZ. In 2019, she completed her master’s degree in medical sciences at UNAM, graduating with honors. In 2021, she completed a fellowship in rheumatology ultrasound at the INR LGII. She has been a candidate for the National System of Researchers since 2023. She is certified by the EULAR in musculoskeletal ultrasound (level 1 of the EULAR Competency Assessment in MSUS) and is a member of the OMERACT US myositis group. She has 11 indexed articles and has participated as a speaker at national and international scientific conferences. Her research lines are on ultrasound in rheumatology. Certified by the Mexican Council of Rheumatology, as well as the Mexican Council of Internal Medicine. She has been an Adjunct Professor of the PAEM in Ultrasound in Rheumatology, endorsed by UNAM, since 2021, as well as a professor of rheumatology at ULSA. She is currently a Researcher in Medical Sciences "C" at the Rheumatology Division of the National Institute of Rehabilitation "Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra".

She holds a degree in psychology from the National Autonomus University of Mexico whit honorable mention.

She is teacher in integrative transpersonal psychotherapy from the Mexican Institute of Psycho-Onbcolgy.

Whithon his profesional training he has completed various diplomas en hipnosis, eating behavior, and tanalogy.

She has published numerous publications en the Mexican Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabititation.

And she participated in the book om Osteoporosis: Editorial Trillas.

Symposium: Ocular Pain

Ophthalmologist, Neuro-Ophthalmology

Dr. Gómez Villegas earned her medical degree from the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). She completed her specialization in Ophthalmology at the “La Raza” National Medical Center and pursued further training in Neuro-Ophthalmology at the National Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery. Additionally, she holds a master’s degree in Education from a university in Spain. Practicing privately at Hospital San Ángel Inn.

SShe served as President of the Mexican Association of Neuro-Ophthalmology in 2011 and is currently an active member of several professional organizations, including the Mexican Council of Ophthalmology, Mexican Association of Ophthalmology and the Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology (PAAO). Professor of Ophthalmology at UAM-Xochimilco and UNAM. Author of book chapters and scientific publications.

Research interests:

• The utility of OCT in neuro-ophthalmic pathologies.
• Evolution of patients with pseudo tumor cerebri.

Contact information: thagovi@hotmail.com

Dr. Coffeen holds a degree in biology from the Metropolitan Autonomous University (UAM-Xochimilco), as well as a master's degree and doctorate in neuropharmacology and experimental therapeutics from the Cinvestav (IPN). He completed a research fellowship at INSERM in France. He is currently working as a Medical Sciences Researcher "C" at the Ramón de la Fuente Muñiz National Institute of Psychiatry, where he heads the Integrative Neurophysiology Laboratory.

Dr. Coffeen is a Level 1 Member of the SNII. He is a member of the Research Ethics Committee of the National Institute of Psychiatry. He is an accredited tutor in the Graduate Program in Biological Sciences at UNAM.

He is particularly distinguished by his receipt of the prestigious "Doctor Ramón de la Fuente Muñiz" Award in the Neuroscience Researcher category, presented by the Ramón de la Fuente A.C. Foundation and the UNAM.

He is also a member of the editorial board of the journal Frontiers in Neurology. He is the editor of the Translational Neuroscience section of the journal Archivos de Neurociencias and the Experimental Neuroscience section of the journal Investigación en Discapacidad.

In his professional practice, he studies the integrative physiological mechanisms of nociception and pain, using neurophysiological, neuroanatomical, neurochemical, and behavioral techniques.

He has authored 32 scientific articles in indexed journals and three chapters in international books. His publications have been cited approximately 570 times. He has participated in approximately 60 national and international conferences.

She completed her medical degree at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México. She carried out her social service in the Cardioneumology Department at the Instituto Nacional de Ciencias Médicas y Nutrición “Salvador Zubirán,” where she later worked as a sub-investigator and contributed to projects and publications on pulmonary hypertension. She subsequently pursued a residency in Anesthesiology at the General Hospital “Dr. Manuel Gea González,” serving as chief resident during her final year. She then continued her training at the Instituto Nacional de Pediatría, where she completed her fellowship in Pediatric Anesthesiology and once again held the position of chief resident. During this period, she also undertook an international rotation in the Transplant Department at the Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre in Madrid, Spain. After completing her formal training, she joined the Instituto Nacional de Pediatría as an attending anesthesiologist, actively engaging in clinical care and resident education. In parallel, she began working at the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación “Luis Guillermo Ibarra Ibarra,” where she furthered her training through a course in Brachial Plexus Anesthesia and Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Access, consolidating her interest in regional anesthesia. She has participated as a faculty member in continuing education courses in Pediatric Anesthesiology and has contributed to the academic training program for residents at the Instituto Nacional de Pediatría. She is currently an attending anesthesiologist at the Instituto Nacional de Rehabilitación, a position in which she combines clinical practice with teaching. Her main areas of interest are regional and pediatric anesthesia, fields in which she continues to advance with the goal of contributing to the safety and well-being of her patients, as well as to the education of future generations of specialists.