Rafael Arroyo González

Prof. Rafael Arroyo González is a neurologist and the principal investigator of 100 clinical trials. He has published 139 international articles with more than 4,500 citations. Dr. Arroyo González is the Head of Neurology at Quironsalud Madrid.

Specialization and Clinical Focus

The doctor treats neurological conditions including Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. He maintains a focus on Multiple Sclerosis. The specialist uses therapies like Ocrevus and plasmapheresis — a process that filters blood to remove harmful antibodies. He also treats patients requiring neurorehabilitation with technologies like the Exoskeleton.

Work Experience

• Since 2006 – Head of the Neurology Department – Quironsalud University Hospital and Ruber Juan Bravo Hospital
• 2015–Present – National and International Principal Investigator in Neuroscience – Quironsalud Madrid
• 2012–Present – President of the Research Committee – Quironsalud University Hospital of Madrid
• 2012–2015 – Member of the Research Committee – San Carlos Clinical Hospital
• 2011–2015 – Council Member of the Faculty of Medicine – Complutense University of Madrid

Education and Training

• Doctor of Medicine – Complutense University of Madrid
• Professor of Medicine – Faculty of Biomedical Sciences, European University of Madrid
• National Accreditation – Professor of Medical Sciences issued by ANECA

Research and Academic Achievements

The specialist received the Award for Outstanding Doctoral Thesis in 2004. This study explored human herpes virus 6 as a factor in multiple sclerosis. He has led seven FIS research projects from the Carlos III Institute of Health. Additionally, he has led seven of the 10 projects from private foundations.

Prof. Arroyo González has authored over 400 scientific works. This total includes 139 international articles and 38 books or chapters. His research appears in The Lancet and the New England Journal of Medicine. Furthermore, he has delivered more than 300 presentations at medical congresses worldwide.

Scientific Memberships

• Research Committee of the Quironsalud University Hospital
• Research Committee of the San Carlos Clinical Hospital
• Council of the Faculty of Medicine at UCM