The ICS launches the first University Expertise Program in Gender Perspective in Health

The ICS Equality Unit will train 25 professionals from the institution in this field. Esther Lozano, head of the Legal Advisory Unit at Bellvitge Hospital and the institution’s Equality representative, and Anna Cros Gómez, nurse in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service and nursing representative of the Trans Unit, are the two participants from our centre.

This first University Expertise Program in Gender Perspective in Health will provide tools and knowledge to integrate this perspective into the activities and policies of the ICS. More information

Physical Activity from Age 65: A Health Prescription

Anyone can benefit from daily physical activity, adapted in intensity and duration to their health conditions. This was both the starting point and the main conclusion of the talk “How to Stay Fit After 65”, given by physiotherapists Helena Cabo and Guillem Cobos from Bellvitge Hospital (HUB) on January 22 at the Bellvitge Library.

More than 50 people filled the chill-out room of the Bellvitge Library for the fourth session of the lecture series "Excuse Me, I Have a Question...", a collaboration between the library and Bellvitge Hospital. The highly practical session even included a weekly schedule proposal to help attendees plan their physical activity based on different categories. More information

Internal Training on Leadership and Generational Diversity Comes to an End

Throughout 2024, the Bellvitge - Viladecans Hospital Management  has organized four cross-disciplinary workshops aimed at healthcare and service directors from both hospitals. These training sessions were designed to support leadership and strengthen team management.

Participants have given positive feedback on the workshops. According to satisfaction surveys, they found the training highly enriching, practical, and necessary, especially in terms of people management and team communication. More information

Bellvitge Participates in ICS Webinar on Mediation Unit as a Resource for Professionals

Bellvitge Hospital took part in the webinar “Let’s Talk About What We Don’t Talk About. Facing Conflict Head-On”, organized by the Catalan Health Institute (ICS) on January 21 to mark European Mediation Day. This initiative highlighted the work of the ICS Mediation Unit (UMICS) , which, in collaboration with the Mediation Observatory of the University of Barcelona, has been supporting healthcare professionals in resolving workplace conflicts  for the past four years by providing tools and resources to turn tensions into opportunities for improvement.

Moderated by Isabel Miranda, mediator and coordinator of UMICS, the session featured four ICS professionals who reflected on the most common conflicts in healthcare settings and shared real experiences on how to address them. More information

Every year at HUB, we produce the CO2 equivalent of nearly 450 Bellvitge-Tarragona car trips.

January 28th is World Day for the Reduction of Carbon Dioxide Emissions, a date created by the UN to raise awareness about taking care of the planet.

It is a day to reflect on the environmental impacts of climate change and make decisions that help reverse it.

With this goal, we will recover and adapt a campaign that was held in 2022, which showed HUB’s impact on CO2, water consumption, etc., and invited professionals to access an infographic with recommendations on how to reduce our footprint.

Survey on smoking directed to the center's staff

As a member of the Catalan Network of Smoke-Free Hospitals, Bellvitge University Hospital is committed to periodically conducting a survey to understand tobacco consumption among the center's staff, as well as their opinions and beliefs about smoking.

The survey is conducted on a randomly selected group of individuals to have a representative sample of the centre's staff. More information

sLHam of female scientists at IDIBELL focuses on gender bias in biomedical research and women’s health

The Barradas Auditorium in L'Hospitalet hosted the 8th sLHam of Female Scientists at IDIBELL on February 6th, an initiative that gives a platform to researchers and healthcare professionals to highlight the role of women in science, both as researchers and as subjects of study. This year, the event was included in the Princess of Girona Foundation’s Talent Tour and focused on gender bias in biomedical research, a key factor in the development of new treatments and in the quality of care.  More information

Bellvitge Hospital launches a pioneering project in Catalonia for the reuse of electrophysiology catheters

Bellvitge University Hospital (HUB) has launched the first circular reprocessing circuit for electrophysiology catheters in Catalonia. In this way, HUB will collect some of the catheters it uses to be reprocessed and, on the other hand, will acquire reprocessed catheters for reuse.

The hospital annually consumes between 1,500 and 2,000 catheters in various electrophysiological procedures, such as ablations to treat arrhythmias. Up to 30% of these devices can be included in the collection and acquisition circuit of reprocessed catheters promoted by HUB.
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Understanding Heart Failure: An Informative Talk with Dr. Comín

The heart beats billions of times throughout a lifetime, and according to Dr. Josep Comín, clinical director of the Heart Disease Area at Bellvitge University Hospital (HUB) and Viladecans Hospital, the amount of blood it pumps in a year could fill an Olympic-sized swimming pool. With this striking analogy, he began his talk on February 18 at the Bellvitge Library, as part of the lecture series "Excuse Me, I Have a Question...".

Around 70 people attended this informative session to learn more about what heart failure is, its symptoms, and how to prevent it. More information

Discovering the Gut Microbiota: An Informative Talk with Dr. Guardiola

There are billions of bacteria in just one gram of feces. With this surprising fact, Dr. Jordi Guardiola, head of the Digestive System Service at Bellvitge Hospital, began his talk on February 26 at the Palmira Domènech Civic Center in El Prat de Llobregat. Around fifty people attended this informative session on gut microbiota, its role in health, and the importance of fecal transplantation.

During the conference, Dr. Guardiola explained how research in molecular genetics has helped to better understand gut microbiota. This community of microorganisms performs essential functions such as fermenting indigestible fiber, obtaining energy, protecting against infections, maintaining the intestinal mucosa, and regulating the immune system. More information

The Ressona Group Brings Music to Patients at Bellvitge Hospital

Bellvitge University Hospital (HUB) has launched monthly micro-concerts for patients in various hospitalization units and the dialysis unit, performed by the Ressona group, made up of professionals from the hospital.

These small-format concerts, which Ressona offers voluntarily and selflessly, will take place on the third Thursday of each month, replacing the program previously run by the Música en Vena association. More information

Keys to taking care of your kidneys: Bellvitge raises awareness about Kidney Disease in a Talk in L’Hospitalet

On February 27, the Josep Janés Library hosted an informative session aimed at raising public awareness and providing tools for the prevention and treatment of kidney disease. The session was led by Àlex Andújar, Pablo Mora, and Marblava Buades, advanced practice nephrology nurses, who shared their knowledge about advanced chronic kidney disease and the different treatment options available.

During the session, relevant data on the incidence of kidney disease worldwide, in Spain, and in Catalonia was presented, along with its definition and classification. The professionals explained the essential role of the kidneys in the body and highlighted the main risk factors, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. More information

The ICS joins the Luxembourg Declaration for Workplace Health Promotion

This February, the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS) formalized its adherence to the Luxembourg Declaration, a commitment to workplace health promotion that involves integrating its core principles into workplace well-being strategies. With this adherence, the ICS becomes part of the Spanish Network of Healthy Companies (REES), promoted by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (INSST).

The goal of this network is to identify and share best practices in workplace health promotion (WHP), facilitating the exchange of experiences and knowledge among member organizations. More information

Four nurses from Bellvitge participate in the 2nd Women’s Leadership Course of the ICS to promote equity in healthcare management

Bellvitge Hospital continues to promote female leadership within the nursing field. Four professionals from the center — Anna Padulles Escarré, Glòria Plana Meler, Meritxell Jordana Ferrer, and Vanesa Garcia Garcia — have been selected to participate in the second edition of the Women’s Leadership Course for Nurses of the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).

After the success of the first edition, the ICS Unit for Equality and Social Policies has launched a new call to offer 26 specialist nurses tools to enhance their skills and access positions of responsibility. More information

Members of the Balthasar Neumann Orchestra bring the music of Mozart and Salieri to the patients and professionals at Bellvitge

A string quartet featuring members of the prestigious German ensemble Balthasar Neumann Choir & Orchestra, conducted by Thomas Hengelbrock, visited Bellvitge Hospital on Thursday to offer a free concert to the patients and professionals of our center. The event was held in collaboration with the Palau de la Música Catalana.

Anna Maddalena Ghielmi (violin), Guillermo Santonja di Fonzo (violin), Maria Angélica Pérez Martín (viola), and David Neuhaus (cello) performed, using original 18th-century instruments, the Allegro spirituoso e sempre scherzante from Antonio Salieri’s Scherzi instrumentali and the String Quartet in E-flat Major KV 428 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. More information

Participate in the Escape Room of the Health and Prevention Unit: a training and collaborative experience

On the occasion of the International Day for Safety and Health at Work and the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the ICS Health and Prevention Units, we invite you to take part in a unique activity on April 24! More information

Stay informed about the courses and training activities at Bellvitge Hospital

We invite you to use the following link to access the record of completed, ongoing, and upcoming training sessions, as well as the conferences and sessions already scheduled to take place at Bellvitge Hospital. More information

Access TALICS to expand your training and professional development opportunities

For the past few months, the ICShas launched the TALICS platform, which will complement and enhance the current SGRH system. In this initial phase, access to the new Virtual Training Campus has been enabled. More information

Bellvitge University Hospital receives a visit from a delegation of hospitals from Lebanon interested in its waste management model

On Monday, April 7, a delegation of hospitals from Lebanon visited Bellvitge to learn firsthand about its healthcare waste management and treatment model. The visit, promoted by the Catalan Waste Agency in collaboration with the Catalan Health Institute, is part of an international cooperation program to share best practices in sustainability and environmental management within the hospital sector.

The delegation was welcomed by Sílvia Cordomí, Deputy Manager of Bellvitge University Hospital and Viladecans Hospital, and Sonia Cruces, Head of the Hospitality Unit at the Directorate of Infrastructure and General Services. More information

Identificació, avaluació, adaptació i seguiment de professionals especialment sensibles

La Unitat de Salut i Prevenció de Bellvitge explica com milloren la gestió del risc ergonòmic al laboratori mitjançant fitxes i mapes de riscos específics. Més informació

HUB hosts internships for recipients of the Guaranteed Citizenship Income

Bellvitge University Hospital continues to promote corporate social responsibility by integrating vulnerable individuals into its work environment.

This April, two individuals completed an internship at the hospital, as part of the collaboration agreement for company internships under the Active Inclusion Measures Program (MAIS) for recipients of the Guaranteed Citizenship Income (RGC). More information

We work safely, we work well

To mark the anniversary of the ICS Health and Prevention area, and coinciding with the activities of the International Day for Safety and Health at Work, the Health and Prevention Unit of the Hospital has launched a campaign to raise awareness about preventive measures against occupational biological risks. More information

Obesity and New Drugs to Treat It, in a New Talk at the Bellvitge Library

Dr. Núria Vilarrasa, a specialist in the Endocrinology and Nutrition Department at Bellvitge Hospital and a researcher at IDIBELL, gave a new talk in the Excuse Me, I Have a Question... series at the Bellvitge Library on April 30. During the session, she addressed the most common questions that patients raise regarding obesity and the new medications used to treat it.

The session generated a great deal of public interest, especially concerning the available medications and the criteria for public funding. More information.

Dr. Pla takes part in a colloquium based on the play Dones de ràdio, organized by ICSarts

he cultural community of ICS, ICSarts, has organized this week a colloquium around the play Dones de ràdio at La Villarroel theatre. The activity was aimed at all professionals who had previously registered and are members of the platform. The debate featured the participation of Dr. Maria Jesús Pla, coordinator of the Breast Functional Unit at the Bellvitge University Hospital – ICO, who contributed with a clinical perspective on the treatment and recovery process. More information 

Eusebi Tolosa presents his Midnight Poetics at Bellvitge Hospital

Around thirty paintings and poems by Eusebi Tolosa make up the exhibition Midnight Poetics, which can be seen in the waiting room of the Psychiatry Department at Bellvitge Hospital (HUB).

Tolosa’s works, who is a former user of the service, are part of his project Midnight Poetics, about which he explains: "When I first had this idea, I only had one poem. I got encouraged and wrote more. Then I started painting some pictures, and this combination is what emerged." More information

Five Professionals from Bellvitge Complete the ICS Women’s Leadership in Medicine Program

Doctors Maria del Mar Carrizosa Bach, Núria Peláez Serra, Anna Manonelles Montero, Lia Huesa Barceló, and Helena Quesada Garcia have represented Bellvitge University Hospital in the 5th edition of the Women’s Leadership in Medicine Program, promoted by the Equality and Social Policies Unit of the Catalan Health Institute (ICS).

This program, aimed at promoting women's access to leadership positions and advising them on leadership within the hospital environment, included this year the participation of 26 professionals from various specialties across ICS hospitals. More information

Virolai School Students Visit Bellvitge University Hospital

For the third consecutive year, Bellvitge University Hospital has welcomed first-year high school students from Virolai School in Barcelona as part of the company internship program. Over the course of a week, the students had the opportunity to gain firsthand insight into the workings of a leading hospital and to explore their professional interests in the field of healthcare.

This year, three students interested in healthcare professions took part in the experience: two with an interest in medicine and one in psychology. During their stay, they toured various hospital departments, visited the helipad, and spent time with professionals in their areas of interest. More information

Shedding Light on Senile Dementia

Cognitive decline is an increasingly important public health issue in our society, as 10% of the population over the age of 70 has dementia—a percentage that rises to 43% when the age threshold is set at 90. With a global population of 8.5 billion people and demographic trends indicating that, by 2050, there will be more elderly than young people in the Western world, dementia is becoming a matter of critical relevance. With these striking figures, Dr. Jordi Gascon began his lecture at the Bellvitge Library on May 22.

During his talk, delivered to a very engaged and interested audience, Dr. Gascon clarified key concepts around dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, and also introduced the new model of care being proposed by Bellvitge University Hospital through its Memory Unit. More information

Full house at a new Health Classroom talk in El Prat on sleep apnea in women

More than fifty people attended the talk “Disconnection and Rest with a Gender Perspective: Sleep Apnea from a Female Perspective” on Tuesday, May 27. The session was led by Dr. Carmen Monasterio, head of the Sleep and Ventilation Unit at Bellvitge Hospital, and held at the Palmira Domènech Civic Center in El Prat de Llobregat.

During the session, the pulmonologist gave an engaging and educational overview of the importance of sleep, its phases, its physical and brain functions, and how good sleep hygiene can help prevent health problems. More information

Students from the Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory Program at INS Pedraforca visit the Territorial Clinical Laboratory of the Southern Metropolitan Area

The Territorial Clinical Laboratory of the Southern Metropolitan Area (LCTMS) welcomed students from the Clinical and Biomedical Laboratory vocational program at INS Pedraforca in L’Hospitalet de Llobregat.

The students, accompanied by two teachers from the school, had the opportunity to learn first-hand about the daily operations of the laboratory and its working methodology. After a brief presentation by the technical coordinators of the LCTMS, the visit continued through the clinical laboratory, where activities related to clinical biochemistry, hematology, and immunology are carried out, and the Microbiology Department, where microbiological analyses and their diagnostic interpretation are performed. More information

L’HUB brings a workshop to SINERGIA to help citizens better manage asthma

Professionals from the Pulmonology and Allergy departments of Bellvitge Hospital showed the public how to keep asthma under control through a hands-on workshop held on Saturday, June 14, as part of the Sinergia event at Bellvitge Park.

People of all ages took part in the various activities organized by the Asthma Unit and the Allergy Department, such as performing a spirometry test to assess lung function; resolving practical doubts about the use of different types of inhalers; or identifying possible asthma attack triggers through a game. More information

Talk in El Prat about the Largest Organ of the Human Body

Dr. Jaume Notario, Head of the Dermatology Department at Bellvitge Hospital, gave a talk on skin care at the Jardins de la Pau Civic Center in El Prat de Llobregat on June 16. During the session, he emphasized the importance of taking care of the skin—not just for aesthetic reasons, but as a key part of our overall well-being.

The talk captured the interest of attendees and encouraged active public participation. With an engaging and educational approach, Dr. Notario reminded everyone that “the skin is the largest organ of our body,” highlighting its essential functions such as regulating body temperature, protecting against external agents, preventing fluid loss, and acting as a barrier against infections, among others. More information

The Reading Club for Professionals Closes Its 5th Edition with a Very Special Session

Do No Harm, the memoir by renowned British neurosurgeon Henry Marsh, was the focus of the final session of the 5th edition of the Bioethics Reading Club for professionals—a well-established initiative now welcoming new members.

The session was made especially memorable by the participation of Dr. Andreu Gabarrós, Head of the Neurosurgery Department, as a guest speaker, along with journalist Susana Ruiz, a health and literature specialist from SER radio in Barcelona. It was a truly outstanding season finale. More information

#ICSverds: Video “Put Yourself to the Test – Are You Using Paper Wisely?”

At ICS, the commitment to sustainability is no empty promise — and this time, it couldn’t be more fitting!
The involvement of all staff is key to transforming habits and integrating good practices into everyday routines. In this regard, the clear challenge for this year is to use paper more responsibly in order to reduce consumption.

The campaign’s main message revolves around the three R’s: reduce, reuse, and recycle — essential practices for moving toward a more sustainable work environment. More information

HUB and the Bellvitge Library conclude the 2nd edition of the read-aloud series for hospital patients

The De viva veu initiative, based on the emotional and cognitive benefits that reading aloud can offer patients, allows individuals at the Hospital de Bellvitge to enjoy monthly readings of poems, stories, and excerpts from literary works.

The final session of the second edition took place on June 20 and the program will resume in October. More information 

Professionals from Bellvitge and Viladecans receive gender perspective training to promote fairer, more equitable care

Anna Cros, Esther Lozano, and Marta Lladó complete the University Expertise Program in Gender Perspective in Health — a pioneering initiative at ICS.

Three professionals from the hospitals of Bellvitge and Viladecans have taken part in the first edition of the University Expertise Program in Gender Perspective in Health, promoted by the Equality and Social Policies Unit of the Catalan Health Institute (ICS). This program has trained 25 professionals from across ICS to incorporate a gender perspective transversally in their daily practice and to lead transformative actions within their teams and services.  More information

ICS presents a gamified activity at Hospital de Bellvitge to identify workplace sexism

The Catalan Health Institute (ICS) has developed a gamified activity aimed at identifying sexist behavior in the workplace. The initiative was introduced today at Hospital de Bellvitge through a practical session involving around twenty professionals from the center.

The activity works like a game: participants receive cards describing everyday sexist situations in the workplace, based on real examples collected through a survey conducted among ICS professionals a few months ago. More information

Asbestos removal at HUB, one of the key initiatives showcased at the 2nd Environmental Challenges in Healthcare Conference

Over 150 technical professionals from hospitals and other healthcare facilities across Catalonia took part in the 2nd Conference on Environmental Challenges in Healthcare Centers, organized by the Department of Health on June 30 at the Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge (HUB).

One of the major challenges addressed was the planned removal of asbestos from healthcare buildings. As an example of this strategy, the asbestos-cement removal project at HUB was presented during the event. More information

Bellvitge turns sport into solidarity: €730 for “The Symphony of Heroes” thanks to the Salut Games

Hospital de Bellvitge has donated a solidarity cheque of 730 euros to The Symphony of Heroes, an artistic and humanizing initiative led by Dr. Andreu Gabarrós, head of the hospital’s Neurosurgery Department.

The amount was raised through the hospital’s participation in the Salut Games 2025, a sports and solidarity event that promotes healthy habits among healthcare professionals. More information

Hospital de Bellvitge and Innobaix strengthen their collaboration

On July 7, Luis Bahamonde, president of the Innovation and Knowledge Agency Innobaix, and Natàlia Mir, the agency’s general director, met with members of the management team at Hospital de Bellvitge, led by Dr. Cristina Capdevila, director of HUB and Hospital de Viladecans.

The meeting aimed to reinforce the collaboration between both organizations and to gain first-hand insight into the hospital’s future projects. More information

Dr. Miriam Maireles brings traumatology closer to the citizens of El Prat de Llobregat

The traumatologist from Hospital de Bellvitge gave a public talk at the Cooperativa Obrera de Vivendes on the role of this medical specialty and when to consult a specialist.

On Tuesday, July 8, the Cooperativa Obrera de Vivendes in El Prat de Llobregat hosted the talk titled "What does a traumatologist do?", led by Dr. Miriam Maireles Pérez, a trauma specialist at Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge. More information

The Rehabilitation Square is transformed into a calmer and more accessible space

The intervention has turned a once-busy square — frequently used by ambulances and private vehicles, many transporting people with reduced mobility — into a calm, accessible, and people-focused space.

This transformation contributes to the humanization of the hospital environment, making it more welcoming, safer, and inclusive for everyone. More information

Reprocessing of Electrophysiology Catheters Leads to a Reduction of 750 kg of CO₂ Emissions in the First Half of the Year

In February, Bellvitge University Hospital (HUB) launched the first circular reprocessing circuit for electrophysiology catheters in Catalonia. As a result of this initiative, during the first half of 2025, the HUB collected 373 catheters that entered the global reprocessing system, while 241 reprocessed catheters were received by the hospital for reuse.

According to estimates by the Association of Medical Device Reprocessors (AMDR), manufacturing a new catheter generates approximately 3.92 kg of CO₂, whereas reprocessing one produces only 1.93 kg. This represents a 49% reduction in emissions per device. More information

Bellvitge Signs Agreement with ‘Mou-te per la vida’ to Support Transplant Recipients and Promote Heart-Healthy Habits

The agreement formalizes collaboration with an organization founded by individuals who have personally experienced a heart transplant.

On July 18, Bellvitge University Hospital signed a collaboration agreement with the association Mou-te per la vida. The organization was founded after its driving force, Jordi Garcia, received a heart transplant at Bellvitge. After his recovery, he and his friends found cycling to be a way to move forward. This experience inspired them to create an association aimed at helping others with heart conditions. More information

We obtain ISO 50.001, in recognition of energy efficiency

This milestone highlights two decades of constant work in the field of energy efficiency. More information (+)

The Clinical Research Unit in Clinical Trials achieves ISO 9001:2015 recertification

The Clinical Research Unit in Clinical Trials (UICEC) at IDIBELL, managed by the Clinical Pharmacology Service of HUB and led by Dr. Pilar Hereu, has obtained the recertification of its quality management system. More information (+)

A heart-shaped hug for women with breast cancer at Bellvitge Hospital

Patients who have undergone axillary surgery for breast cancer receive a handmade cushion to accompany them in their physical and emotional recovery. Volunteers from the association Compartim Idees have led the project “Sant Feliu beats strongly against breast cancer” and have sewn the cushions, which are delivered with a handwritten note. More information (+)

Bellvitge Hospital joins the Manifest for Life on World Suicide Prevention Day

On September 10 at 12 p.m., a group of multidisciplinary professionals from Bellvitge Hospital carried out a public reading of the Manifest for Life in front of the hospital garden.

With this act, the hospital joined the initiative promoted by the Department of Health of the Government of Catalonia on the occasion of World Suicide Prevention Day, which is celebrated worldwide to raise awareness of the importance of prevention, support, and care for people.

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The sterilization center contributes to the training of qualified professionals

On September 10, a group of teachers from different public vocational training centers across Catalonia made a study visit to the sterilization center of Bellvitge Hospital.

The initiative arose from a recent scientific congress where the training of professionals working in sterilization centers and the challenges in education in this field were highlighted, both from the perspective of teachers and students as future technicians in this discipline. At present, there is no formal curricular training program that prepares professionals to work in a sterilization center.

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And you, how do you move? European Sustainable Mobility Week

Walking, cycling, public transport, car sharing, or electric vehicles: all are healthy and green options. The challenge: save energy and reduce emissions!

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ICS hosts the institution’s First Communication and Gender Conference

On Friday, September 19, the Communication Department team of the Bellvitge-Viladecans Hospital Management took part in this pioneering space to reflect on the latest trends, new languages, and the importance of incorporating a gender perspective in communication.

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Life stories of people with ostomies in an exhibition at Bellvitge Hospital

The main purpose of the photographic exhibition “Heroes and Heroines”, which can be seen on the 2nd floor of the Outpatient Building, is to recognize the daily resilience of people who live or have lived with an ostomy, as well as the work of stoma therapy nurses who stand by their side and contribute to their recovery.

A total of 14 people share through panels how they move forward with their lives despite having an ostomy, in an emotional series of black-and-white photographs taken by the renowned photographer Álvaro Laiz — considered one of the best portrait artists in the world and a National Geographic explorer. More information
 

Female doctors from Bellvitge and Viladecans take part in the ICS Women’s Leadership Program

Six doctors from the Bellvitge-Viladecans Hospital Management have been selected to participate in the sixth edition of this pioneering ICS program. In addition, Dr. Elena Iborra is participating as a mentor.

The Bellvitge-Viladecans Hospital Management is once again taking part in the Women’s Leadership Expertise Program for female hospital doctors of the Catalan Health Institute (ICS), an initiative aimed at promoting talent and facilitating women’s access to leadership and management positions within the hospital setting. More information
 

Bellvitge-Viladecans Hospital Management presents successful cases in surgical sustainability within the ICS innovation project

Professionals from Bellvitge and Viladecans hospitals have showcased their projects on the reuse of electrophysiology catheters and the reduction of anesthetic gas emissions.

Bellvitge University Hospital and Viladecans Hospital presented innovative experiences in sustainability during the event “Health and Sustainability: Transformative Experiences in the Operating Theatres of the Catalan Health Institute (ICS) Hospitals”, held at the institution’s Corporate Center on September 29. More information
 

Dr. Gascon presents the latest innovations on Alzheimer’s at the Cooperativa Obrera de Viviendas del Prat

Around one hundred people attended the talk given by Dr. Jordi Gascon, head of the Memory Unit at Bellvitge Hospital, about Alzheimer’s disease at the headquarters of the Cooperativa Obrera de Viviendas del Prat on October 2. During the talk, he explained the latest advances in care and research aimed at improving the management of the disease, as well as the tools available to patients and caregivers to better understand and cope with it under the best possible conditions. More information