Dr. Joaquim Casañas Sintes

Dr. Joaquim Casañas Sintes is a distinguished orthopedic surgeon, renowned for his expertise in hand surgery and peripheral nerve procedures. With over a decade of service at the Teknon clinic in Spain, he has achieved international acclaim for his contributions to hand and upper limb surgery. Dr. Casañas Sintes specializes in osteoarthritis therapy, upper extremity arthroscopic surgery, brachial plexus procedures, bone reconstruction, and trauma surgery, focusing on upper extremity tendon issues. Educated at the University of Barcelona, he completed his specialization in orthopedics and traumatology at Bellvitge University Hospital in 1993, followed by a diploma in hand surgery in 2001. As the Head of the Orthopedics Unit at Teknon Medical Center since 1997, Dr. Casañas Sintes has been instrumental in advancing orthopedic care. He has also contributed his surgical expertise to institutions such as Avicenna Hospital and Mayo Clinic in Paris. In addition to his clinical roles, he serves as a lecturer at the International University of Catalonia and the University of Gimbernat. Dr. Casañas Sintes is recognized for his pioneering work, being the first in Spain to perform electrophysiologically controlled surgery in obstetrics. He has served as the principal investigator for Vascularized and Free Nerve Transplants, securing FIS Grants. Actively involved in research, he has explored the impact of platelet-rich plasma and mesenchymal cells on nerve repair. A prominent member of professional organizations, including the ASSH, Spanish Society for Surgery of the Hand, and the Mexican Society for Surgery of the Hand, Dr. Casañas Sintes has authored numerous articles and chapters in esteemed national and international journals and books. Additionally, he has organized and spoken at numerous conferences, further solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the field.