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On June 26, 2025, the Spanish Society of Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery (SEPAR) recognized the work of the Pulmonology Service at Hospital del Mar by awarding grants to two of its projects during the 58th congress held in Bilbao from June 12 to 14. A total of 25,000 euros was allocated for the development of research focused on Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
One of the funded projects, titled “EXABIO-COPD (Metabolic Biomarkers of COPD Exacerbation),” is led by Dr. Sergi Pascual, an attending physician in the department and a researcher at the Hospital Research Institute. The second project, “Omic Biomarkers of Vital Prognosis in Patients with Stable COPD,” is managed by Dr. Joaquim Gea, emeritus head of the department and also an associate researcher at the Institute.
In addition to these grants, the Pulmonology Service stood out at the congress for its active participation, presenting a dozen scientific communications. Doctors Pilar Ausín and Esther Barreiro, along with Dr. Diego Rodríguez, conducted pre-courses and master sessions, enriching the event with their expertise. Ana Balañá, a physiotherapist from the service, coordinated the eighth forum for patients with respiratory diseases, which took place alongside the congress, demonstrating the hospital’s commitment to patient education and support.
Furthermore, Dr. Araceli Caballero, a pulmonologist from the Pediatrics Department at Hospital del Mar, was elected as a board member of SEPAR’s pediatrics area. This election underscores the significance of Hospital del Mar in the field of research and care for respiratory diseases, solidifying its position as a reference in the sector.
Source: MiMub in Spanish
