Dedicated Research Center

Jorge Velasco MD CPI MBA

Mónica Coronel BBA MBA

Graciela Betancur MD

Cardiology

• Fernando Colombo Berra - MD

  Fernando Colombo Berra - MD

  Senior cardiologist with over 40 years of clinical experience and a distinguished trajectory in international clinical research.
  Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Rosario in 1983 and certified in cardiology by multiple professional boards.
  Currently serves as Head of Cardiology at Sanatorio de la Trinidad de Quilmes and Principal Investigator at CER Instituto Médico since 2010.
  Has led and participated in over 30 Phase II–IV multinational clinical trials in acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, diabetes, and cardiovascular devices.
  Member of the CECOIBA ethics committee and extensively trained in ICH-GCP, bioethics, and regulatory standards (ANMAT).
  Known for his strong leadership in both critical care and research environments.

• Santiago Torroba - MD

  Santiago Torroba - MD

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Internal medicine

• Paula Rotelle - MD

  Paula Rotelle - MD

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Oncohematology

• Soledad Cruset - MD

  Soledad Cruset - MD

  Board-certified hematologist and clinical research leader with two decades of medical and academic experience in hematologic malignancies, bone marrow transplantation, and innovative therapies.
  Principal Investigator in multiple clinical trials across Phases I–IV.
  Noted for her leadership in stem cell programs, scientific publications, and regulatory knowledge in high-complexity hospital environments.

Dermatology

• Nadia Reta - MD

  Nadia Reta - MD

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Infectology - Vaccines

• Gustavo Cañete - MD

  Gustavo Cañete - MD

  Senior infectious disease specialist with nearly four decades of clinical and research experience.
  Graduated as a physician from the National University of La Plata in 1985 and certified in Infectology in 1996.
  Holds a Master’s degree in Pharmacoclinical Research.
  Served as Chief of Infectology at Isidoro Iriarte Hospital from 2006 to 2024 and led municipal programs on HIV/STIs and COVID-19 vaccination.
  Principal Investigator at CER Instituto Médico since 2005, with participation in numerous Phase II–III trials in infectious and gastrointestinal diseases.
  Author of 27 scientific publications and speaker at over 130 conferences. Fully trained in ICH-GCP and national regulatory frameworks (ANMAT and Ministry of Health regulations).

Pulmonology

• Julián Mereles - MD

  Julián Mereles - MD

  Pulmonologist with growing experience in both high-complexity clinical settings and clinical research.
  Graduated as a physician from UNLP in 2018 and completed a medical residency and specialist certification in pulmonology through the Ministry of Health and the College of Physicians of Buenos Aires.
  Completed a fellowship in high-complexity pulmonology at Hospital El Cruce in 2023.
  Currently works in multiple institutions including Hospital El Cruce, Cuenca Alta Hospital, Sanatorio Trinidad de Quilmes, and CER Instituto Médico.
  Involved as Sub-Investigator in clinical trials related to systemic sclerosis, pulmonary hypertension, and rare diseases such as Niemann-Pick.
  Trained in ICH-GCP and national regulations (ANMAT Provision 6677/2010).

Gastroenterology

• Edgardo Gimenez - MD

  Edgardo Gimenez - MD

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• Mariano Miños - MD

  Mariano Miños - MD

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Neurology

• Facundo Silveira - MD

  Facundo Silveira - MD

  Experienced neurologist with a strong clinical and academic background, specialized in neuromuscular diseases.
  Graduated as a physician from Universidad Nacional del Sur (Argentina) in 2014, with an international exchange at BUAP (Mexico), and completed a comprehensive neurology residency at Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires.
  Served as Chief Resident and underwent international training in multiple sclerosis and neuroimmunology at Royal London Hospital.
  Currently practicing as a neurologist at leading institutions including Hospital Italiano and Hospital Posadas. Actively involved in clinical research, serving as Principal Investigator in multiple Phase II–III trials focused on neuromuscular and autoimmune neurological disorders.
  Holds certifications in Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP) and has completed extensive training in bioethics, research methodology, and clinical trial conduct.

• Lucila Lecchini - MD

  Lucila Lecchini - MD

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Rheumatology

• Alejandro Benitez - MD

  Alejandro Benitez - MD

  Experienced physician specializing in rheumatology and clinical research, with over two decades of medical practice and strong academic credentials.
  Graduated from the University of Buenos Aires in 2010, and holds specialties in internal medicine and rheumatology, complemented by a Master’s degree in Pharmacoclinical Research.
  Currently serves as Head of the Rheumatology Department at Hospital Posadas and Principal Investigator at CER Instituto Médico.
  Extensive experience as Sub-Investigator and Principal Investigator in over 40 clinical trials across autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and Sjögren’s syndrome.
  Certified in ICH-GCP and trained in multiple disease-specific assessment tools, with a consistent focus on patient-centered research and innovation in therapeutic approaches.

• Agustina Alfaro - MD

  Agustina Alfaro - MD

  Physician and rheumatologist with a solid academic background and emerging experience in clinical research.
  Graduated from the University of Buenos Aires in 2018 and certified as a specialist in rheumatology in 2022 by the Sociedad Argentina de Reumatología.
  Completed postgraduate training in autoimmunity and autoinflammation.
  Currently working at Hospital Posadas and CER Instituto Médico, and serving as a clinical research monitor at UNISAR.
  Participated as a Sub-Investigator in Phase II–III clinical trials on lupus, psoriatic arthritis, and dermatomyositis. Holds certifications in ICH-GCP and specialized autoimmune disease assessment tools, including SLEDAI-2K, BILAG, and CLASI.

• Graciela Betancur - MD

  Graciela Betancur - MD

  Rheumatologist with extensive experience in clinical practice and research, specializing in autoimmune and musculoskeletal diseases.
  Graduated as a physician and clinical pharmacologist from the Universidad de La Plata, with further specialization in rheumatology.
  Currently serves as Clinical Rheumatologist and Rheumatology Area Coordinator at CER Instituto Médico and Hospital El Cruce.
  Acts as Sub-Investigator and Principal Investigator in multiple Phase III–IV clinical trials, particularly focused on systemic lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, Sjögren’s syndrome, dermatomyositis, and osteoarthritis.
  Member of the IRB (CECIC Ethics Committee) and certified in ICH-GCP, bioethics, and multiple international assessment tools for autoimmune disease research.

• María julia Papagno - MD

  María julia Papagno - MD

  Experienced rheumatologist with over two decades in clinical practice and more than 15 years of involvement in clinical research.
  Graduated from the University of Buenos Aires with specialization in rheumatology through UBA and the Sociedad Argentina de Reumatología.
  Currently serves as a staff rheumatologist and clinical investigator at CER Instituto Médico and Hospital El Cruce, coordinating the Rheumatology Area and acting as Sub-Investigator and Principal Investigator in numerous international Phase II–IV clinical trials.
  Highly trained in ICH-GCP and bioethics, with deep expertise in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, Sjögren’s syndrome, and dermatomyositis.
  Active member of the CECIC IRB ethics committee.