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Dr. Enrique Gimeno Carpio

Dr. Enrique Gimeno Carpio
Dermatology
Valencia


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Dr. Gimeno is a renowned specialist in dermatology. With over 35 years experience in the profession, he has achieved great expertise in fototerápicas techniques to treat a variety of skin diseases such as uremic pruritus, atopic dermatitis, cutaneous lymphoma, vitiligo or psoriasis. He combines his clinical work with teaching, being professor of clinical practice of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine of the Catholic University of Valencia and placement tutor in the course of Foundations Clinical and Practical Dermatology at the same university, among many other teaching positions which he has pursued throughout his career. It has multiple communications, posters and presentations at national and international conferences and is the author of numerous articles and book chapters specialty. It also has several awards for his research. He is currently the department head of Dermatology Hospital Arnau de Vilanova and Association Clinic dermatologist.

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 Credentials

GMC: 464609736

 Professional experience

• More than 35 years of experience
• Clinical Dermatologist Association (present)
• Head of the Dermatology Hospital Arnau de Vilanova - Lliria (present)
• Vocal holder of various courts of competition for filling vacant spaces staffing group A, subgroup A1, Optional in the specialty of Dermatology

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 Positions in public associations

• Member of the Board of Health of the Department of Health
• Member of the Board of Advisors on health, specializing in Dermatology, the Department of Health of Valencia

 Teaching posts

• Professor of clinical practice of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine of the Catholic University of Valencia (2014 - 2016)
• Placement tutor in the course of Clinical Dermatology and Practical Foundations of the University of Valencia, 5th year students of Medicine (2008 - present)
• Associate Professor care of practices of the Faculty of Medicine of the Catholic University of Valencia (2011 - 2014)
• MIR Tutor of Dermatology Dermatology at the Hospital Arnau de Vilanova-Liria (2009 - 2011)
• Professor of Dermatology Course for Primary Care. 2nd edition, by the College of Physicians in Valencia (2002)
• Honorary Collaborator Department of Medicine and Gynecology at the University of Alicante (1987 - 1990)
• Senior teacher Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine (University Hospital) of Valencia (1984-1985)
• Teacher Training Program for caregivers of dependent elderly people in Valencia
• II coordinator and professor of Dermatology Skills Course for Primary Care Physicians at the headquarters of the Valencia SVMFyC
• Professor of the Third Edition of postgraduate training course and Diploma in Geriatric Medicine in the College of Physicians of Valencia

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 Education

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Valencia (1980)
• Bachelor Degree with Outstanding rating in the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Murcia (1981)
• Title of specialist in Medical-Surgical Dermatology and Venereology (1985)
• principal investigator and research associate in multiple clinical trials, both in Phase 2

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 Publications and conferences

• Member of Editorial Board of "VID 2002. Vademecum Integral Dermatology" (2002)
• Member of the editorial board of the journals "STD", "Dermatology and Dermocosmetics" and "American Journal of Clinical Dermatology (Spanish Edition)" (1999 - present)
• Author of 18 book chapters
• Author of 34 scientific articles in international journals specialty
• Author of 29 scientific articles in national magazines specialty
• 8 collaborations publications
• 3 presentations at international congresses of the specialty
• 24 presentations at national meetings specialty
• 1 paper at meetings of the regional sections of the AEDV
• 9 free communications in conferences and international meetings
• 17 free communications in congresses and national meetings
• 63 free communications in meetings of the regional sections of the AEDV
• Author of 39 posters presented at international congresses
• Author of 89 posters presented at national congresses
• Author of 36 posters at national meetings

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 Prizes and awards

• 1st Prize "Lopez Orbaneja" the best poster at the XXX National Congress of Dermatology and Venereology held in Madrid (2002)
• Poster Award at the XXX CosmoDerm in the XXIV Meeting of the Spanish Group of Cosmetic and Therapeutic Dermatology, held in Madrid (2012)
• Award for best original work published, awarded by the Section of Valencia of the Spanish Academy of Dermatology, held in Benidorm, on the work entitled: "Omalizulab in chronic urticaria: a retrospective series of 15 cases Dermatologic Therapy." (2014)
• Pierre Fabre Dermatology Award on Ichthyosis, awarded by the Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Veneorología, for the paper entitled "Clinical and molecular characterization of 15 patients with autosomal recessive congenital ichthyosis" (2014)

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 Professional membership

• Member of the Commission on Private and Collective Assistance College of Physicians of Valencia

Languages spoken

  • Spanish

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Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

Atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis is a skin disease, sometimes chronic. Atopic skin shows inflammation and redness continue, is more sensitive because it lacks certai ...

Eczema

  Eczema encompasses a range of skin conditions that cause the skin to become red, irritated and itch. Factors that can cause eczema include other ...

pruritus

Itching is a type of ant or skin irritation. This causes the urge to scratch the affected area, which can be all over or only in one place. The causes ...

Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that is manifested by red, scaly lesions color. Usually it appears on the elbows, knees or scalp, but can also m ...

Vitiligo

Vitiligo is a condition that involves progressive depigmentation of various skin areas. This disease is caused by the destruction of certain cells responsible for producing melanin, a pigment skin. Depigmented areas of skin can take many forms: spread throughout the body in specific locations (for example, only one side of the body), as a single spot, or spread over the face and extremities. It can appear at any age and, although the causes that give rise are unclear, often vitiligo is associated with pathologies of autoimmune origin (Addison's disease, diabetes, disorders of the thyroid, etc.), so it should be a diagnosis of each patient. Depending on each case, the treatment will vary, which can range from corticosteroids or immunomodulatory medications, laser therapies and even ultraviolet light for stains or micro grafts of skin surgically. ...

Angioma

The angiomas are vascular lesions that often occur in some newborns or shortly after birth. There are different types of lesions: flat angiomas, which are usually present on the face or neck and are violaceo tone;hemangiomas, which are benign vascular tumors reddish;rubi points, which are small reddish spots that usually occur in middle age. Depending on the type and size of angiomas, treatment vary: for angiomas planes and points ruby laser systems or intense pulsed light are applied, while in the hemangiomas are often prescribed medications to reduce injury, although sometimes disappear spontaneously. ...

Burns

  Burns surgery aims to restore both the treatment and the appearance of the tissues affected by these injuries and the recovery of its functionality, in cases of severe burns. Depending on the depth and the cause of sunburn, as well as the location of the aftermath has left, other treatments or interventions will be needed to repair the lesions produced in the tissues and structures and bodies concerned. Currently, techniques natural regeneration of cells and implantation of skin grafts, for cases in which the burn destroyed tissue can not be regenerated only apply. To do this, thanks to advances in plastic surgery in this field, skin cells that create grafts to reconstruct these injuries when they are very serious, getting safer to heal burns and satisfactory results are grown. ...

Crioesclerosis liquid

  Crioesclerosis liquid is a treatment that eliminates varicose veins and small capillaries gradually. It comprises introducing into the capillary a sclerosing product at a temperature around -40ªC. With this capillary hardening is achieved and thus the small capillaries microvarices and lower extremities are removed. This treatment is achieved not only remove the vein for aesthetic reasons, but also can eliminate the heaviness and causing overload veins. With respect to other techniques, the advantage is that subsequent pigmentation left other sclerosing products are removed. ...

Dandruff and seborrhea

Dandruff is a flaking white generated on the scalp and sometimes may be associated with other skin problems thereof, as seborrhea or psoriasis. Dandruff treatment varies with the severity of each case, but include various cosmetic preparations aimed at treating the underlying cause of their appearance and reduce the symptoms of itching and skin redness. Normally, shampoos or solutions are prescribed an antifungal active substance, intended to inhibit microbial growth, and combined with antiseborrhoeic substances and anti-itch. Seborrhea is a condition of the sebaceous glands that produce excessive oil or sebum secretion, causing the hair has a creamy appearance and brightness. Its appearance may be due to different causes (stress, hormonal, genetic, some medicines, food ...). Seborrhea treatment depends on the cause that gives rise, and may include shampoos or lotions with selenium and zinc pitiriona or drugs to treat the pathology associated. ...

Dermatitis

Dermatitis is an inflammation of the skin, which can generally cause flaking, itching or blisters. There are various types of dermatitis, depending on the cause that originates, although the most common are atopic dermatitis and seborrheic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis occurs mainly in people with allergies or with relatives who suffer and is associated with other allergic diseases such as conjunctivitis or rhinitis. It usually occurs during the first months of life and is often manifest in the form of redness or crusting on the baby's skin, and itching in specific areas. Instead, seborrheic dermatitis can occur in both adults and children and is characterized by the presence of reddish lesions and peeling of the face or chest. ...

Hemangioma

It is a type of birthmark that has a reddish color. Develop at a faster rate than the child himself and with time, its size is reduced and the color becomes more clear rhythm. This is the most common benign tumor of skin. Its cause is often sporadic. ...

Herpes (lip, zoster)

Herpes is an inflammatory disorder of the skin or mucous membranes that occurs with small fluid-filled blisters that produce some itching and burning. It usually affects the genitals and lips. For cold sores treatment depends on the severity of the case, which may require the application of topical or oral medications to fight the virus. Although apparently physically eliminate herpes, the virus stays in the body for life and under certain circumstances, which are still unknown, will reappear. In addition to skin symptoms, usually cause pain, fever and malaise. For this type of herpes treatment usually includes the use of painkillers and topical antivirals and analgesics for pain relief. ...

Herpes zoster

Herpes zoster, also called shingles, is an infection caused by the reactivation of the chickenpox virus by different causes (stress, immune decline associated with other viral processes ...) infection and can occur in different parts of the body, most often in the back and abdomen. Once the chickenpox, the virus remains dormant in certain nerves. Have more risk of developing this condition the seniors, if before their first birthday contracted chickenpox and if your immune system is weak due to medication or disease. Generally, the first symptom is pain, tingling or severe burning, in a single band of the body, and is followed by a rash. Shingles can be solved with an antiviral and taking some care as applying cool, wet compresses to the skin to soothe pain and itching and bed rest, if you have a fever. ...

Lupus

Lupus is a chronic, systemic inflammatory disease. It is an immune disease of unknown origin that affects the joints and muscles and can damage the skin and almost all organs (heart, lungs, kidney and brain). Specifically, lupus disease causes pain and swelling in the hands, wrists, elbows, knees and feet. The patient also suffers fatigue, fever, weight loss and skin conditions. Also, depending on the organ affected, different symptoms appear. There are two types of lupus: systemic lupus erythematosus, with episodes of inflammation in joints, tendons and other connective tissues and organs; and cutaneous lupus erythematosus, characterized by well-defined red skin on the edge round spots. Corticosteroids are considered the basic treatment for lupus. ...

Melasma

Melasma is a skin disorder. It is characterized by spots that appear on the face in sun-exposed areas. This type of disorder can affect anyone.

Molluscum contagiosum

Molluscum contagiosum is a skin disease caused by a virus that is in the form of papules or small bumps on the skin. It is a very common infection in children, is spread by contact with contaminated objects (clothes, toys,.. ) and usually appear on the face, neck, armpits, arms or hands. ...

Nevi or mole

Nevi or moles are common pigmented lesions in children. They usually appear during childhood or adolescence with no known cause, grow with your patient tend to darken. No complications often lead but it is important to check a dermatologist to rule out a possible melanoma. Types of common nevi in childhood: Melanocytic nevi, the common mole Congenital nevus, moles or birthmarks Dysplastic nevi, those large size moles that are irregular in shape and have more than one color Spitz nevus, moles that look like bumps, usually pink ...

Pemphigus

Pemphigus is a group of rare diseases that affect the immune system. C ausa blisters on the skin and mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, throat or genitals. ...

Rash

  The rash is a rash consisting of basic lesions that appear on the skin. There are different types, depending on the color and texture as well as presenting the cause which provoked. The most common are: contact dermatitis, which appears as a reaction of skin contact with certain products (from soaps, to materials such as latex or rubber); seborrheic dermatitis, a harmless rash that occurs with red spots and peeling, especially in the face and trunk, usually caused by stress or using lotions or soaps with alcohol. Besides, there are numerous causes and conditions that have in common the appearance of rashes: childhood diseases such as chickenpox and measles; herpes zoster virus; psoriasis and eczema; insect bites or reactions to certain drugs. The treatment for rashes depends on the cause that provokes it, and can be seen from creams to oral medications. ...

Rosacea

Rosacea is an inflammatory disorder that causes facial skin rash, blotchiness, telangiectasias, burning sensation, pustules and pimples on the skin of the cheeks, nose, chin and forehead. It is a chronic pathology that appears most often in middle age and in varying degrees. The underlying cause of rosacea is unknown but there are several factors that favor its development or worsen, such as skin type, genetic heredity, hormonal changes, diet, sudden temperature changes, sun exposure, stress, or some drugs… According to the patient, treatment to control this disorder may be based on minimizing the causes that provoke, drugs ( antibiotics and tetracycline derivatives ) prepared topics, therapy with laser or intense pulsed light. ...

Rosacea and spider veins

The blotches (telangiectasia of the face) is the dilation of the small veins of the face that may have ramifications, causing unsightly skin. It usually appears in white women or thin skin, especially in those with sensitive skin, prone to redness. Its appearance occurs mainly in cheekbones and nostrils, drawn shaped purple or rojizos.El best treatment for these injuries is vascular laser, very reliable and highly effective. Generally, to carry out this treatment using local anesthesia is required, to reduce pain as well as the application of cold in the area to avoid damaging the skin. This technique is basically the application of laser light on the treatment area, which penetrates the skin without damaging it. The effect of the heat of the laser reaches the vein to be treated, causing blood clotting and closure. Thus, the gradual removal of vascular lesions treated achieved. ...

seborrheic dermatitis

Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin disease. This has white or yellowish scales in areas more body fat as the face, scalp or inside the ear. If seborrheic dermatitis affects infants is called cradle cap. Currently, not the cause of seborrheic dermatitis is known. It seems to be hereditary but can also be caused by hormone levels, weak immune system, lack of nutrients or that the origin of the scales is a fungus called Malassezia.     ...

Skin allergies

Skin allergies are an immune response that is elicited by the presence or contact or products of certain substances (allergens). These may be of a wide range, depending allergy present each person: perfumes, lotions, cosmetics, flowers, food… In addition, there are different types of skin allergies: food allergy, contact dermatitis, and atopy. Common symptoms that cause skin allergies are hives, swelling, redness, burning, itching or stinging, but as the case may present serious complications. It is therefore important to consult a specialist in the presence of these symptoms, which are usually sudden and may even cause suffocation or choking on some occasions and jeopardize patient health. Treatment is generally in the administration of antihistamines for allergy attack and their symptoms in a first phase. But then we recommend testing and allergy test to identify the allergen that causes this reaction in the body and to treat it directly. In most cases, simply the avoidance of substances that cause allergies....

Skin infections

Skin infections are skin diseases produced by the attack of various types of germs that cause a local reaction in which different cells and microorganisms in the skin are destroyed. Initially, the affected area becomes inflamed and has a reddish appearance, with itching and burning, which usually ends up causing an abscess and skin ulcer, or fistula. The most common infections can be classified according to their origin: bacteria, such as Staphylococcus or impetigo; viral, such as warts, molluscum or herpes simplex; those caused by fungi, such as candida infections; or those caused by skin parasites such as scabies or lice. The treatment of skin infections depends on the cause that originates, although most of the cases it will be necessary to clean the wound with hydrogen peroxide or alcohol, and prescription topical antibiotics or oral, as determined by the specialist. ...

Skin patches

Stains on the skin are skin pigmentation that appear on the skin. Depending on their origin, they can be pigmented or vascular type. The pigment shown by the excess production of a pigment called melanin generated from melanocytes (skin cells) and stimulated by sunlight, and can be dark and localized (hyperpigmentation) or pale (depigmentation). Meanwhile, vascular stains are caused by congestion of the vessels of the skin, producing red spots on the skin, such as hemangiomas and telangiectasia. In any case, you should consult a dermatologist the appearance of new spots on the skin, especially if they change color or texture, to rule that it is a skin cancer. Depending on the type of stain will opt for simple treatments, such as avoiding sun exposure and use of sunscreens, and the application of peels or laser treatments or depigmentation in the most unsightly stains. ...

Studies of skin types

Studies of skin type are considered essential in dermatology since each person requires a personalized treatment depending on their skin characteristics. From each patient clinical study, information on the level of hydration, elasticity, thickness and sebum your skin is obtained. The classification includes four basic skin types: dry skin, which has a higher water loss and is most vulnerable to potential risks; oily skin, where the sebum is very high; sensitive skin that reacts to many stimuli that do not cause normal skin reaction; and normal skin, characterized by a perfect balance between water levels and tallow. Therefore, it is recommended that we ask ourselves "what skin type I" to prevent future skin problems and know what kind of creams, shampoos and soaps is best for us to use, as well as preventive measures we must take to care for our skin . ...

Sun allergy

Solar allergy is a reaction of the skin when exposed to sunlight. Solar allergy is a reaction of the immune system and usually affects people with fair skin, especially children. However, the cause does not lie in the sun, but in the interaction of sunlight with other products (cosmetics, medicines, perfumes, lotions, and even sunscreens), which causes an immune hypersensitivity response. Also, solar allergy may be due to other diseases, such as cirrhosis of the liver or hepatitis, and immune system disorders, among others, such as taking certain medications (contraceptives, antibiotics ...). The most common presenting symptoms are redness, rash (rash, sometimes with vesicles or blisters), and itching. However, the level of involvement and severity of the reaction depends on the skin of each person as well as the exposure time required to trigger the symptoms. Similarly, the doctor will assess what is the best treatment for each case, which may be based on prescription antihistamines and skin preparations or just eliminating the use of certain cosmetics or medications that have caused allergy .   ...

Urticaria

Hives is a skin disease (sometimes also appears in the mucous membranes) which is manifested in the form of rash (skin rash, whitish or reddish) and itching all over the body. Allergic urticaria is usually more persistent than in cases of urticaria, where the symptoms usually disappear within a few hours of the start of the process-because there is an allergen that causes it. In these cases, besides the typical rash and swelling and itching, often accompanied by other symptoms such as swelling or difficulty breathing. That's when a study is required by the allergist. The usual treatment for this type of ailment are antihistamines and corticosteroids, under medical supervision. ...

Vascular malformations

It's a birthmark or a congenital malformation that is made up of veins, capillaries, arteries and lymph vessels. There are different types of vascular malformations that differ in function of the affected blood vessel. Are persententes from birth and increase its size parallel to the birth of the child. ...

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