

Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona, 1980; Research in Ophthalmology, Boston, USA; Doctorate in Biology, Harvard University
Meet Dr. Carles Vergés, a highly regarded ophthalmologist with over 30 years of experience, currently serving as the head of the ophthalmology department at Quironsalud Dexeus University Hospital in Barcelona, Spain. Dr. Vergés leads a distinguished team and specializes in various eye conditions, with a particular focus on glaucoma, cataracts, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, keratoconus, and astigmatism. Renowned for his expertise, he has earned a perfect 5 out of 5 rating from patients, indicating the trust and satisfaction he inspires. Dr. Carles Vergés embarked on his medical journey at the University of Barcelona, where he studied Medicine and Surgery in 1980. Committed to advancing his knowledge in ophthalmology, he conducted research in Boston, USA, and obtained a doctorate in Biology from Harvard University. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Vergés has held pivotal roles, including Deputy Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Barcelona, Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Barcelona Hospital, and Professor in Ophthalmology at the University of Barcelona. Currently, he serves as the General Director of the "Dr. Vergés Advanced Ophthalmology Unit and the President of the Ophthalmology Department at Quironsalud Dexeus University Hospital. As an active member of the Executive Board of the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS) and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), Dr. Vergés contributes significantly to the field. He is also a key member of the Editorial Board of Ophthalmology Times, Europe, and participates in the Cataract Surgery and Refractive Surgery Editorial Board in the USA. His dedication and contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the National Research Award, National Award for the Best Doctoral Thesis in 1984, and the National Prize of the Pharmaceutical Industry in 1987. Dr. Carles Vergés continues to make groundbreaking contributions to ophthalmology, earning accolades such as the Award for the Most Important Technical Innovation of the Year in 1999 and the Best Scientific Contribution in 2000.
National Research Award, 1984; National Award for the Best Doctoral Thesis, 1984; National Prize of the Pharmaceutical Industry, 1987; American Society of Implant-Refractive Surgery Award for the Best Scientific Video, 1987; Award for the Most Important Technical Innovation of the Year, 1999; Best Scientific Contribution Award, 2000; Best Article Award about GDx Analysis of Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer Thickness After LASIK;
Executive Board of the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS); American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO); Editorial Board of Ophthalmology Times, Europe; Cataract Surgery and Refractive Surgery Editorial Board in the USA; European Society related to Cataract and Refractive Surgery;
Glaucoma; Cataract; Retinal Detachment; Diabetic Retinopathy; Keratoconus; Astigmatism;