Amidst growing concerns about the sun's effects on the skin, particularly during summer, and despite some voices questioning the benefits of sunscreen, professionals at Instituto Médico Ricard (IMR) reaffirm the importance of sun protection and skin cancer prevention. Dr. Carmen Gorriz, an aesthetic doctor at IMR, expresses surprise at statements denying the existence of this pathology, as her daily work is dedicated precisely to diagnosing and treating affected patients.
With over 20 years of experience and serving more than 100,000 patients annually, IMR has established itself as a national benchmark. The clinic, with centers in Madrid, Valencia, Torrent, Barcelona, and Granada, prioritizes "absolute personalization of treatments" and a "less is more" philosophy to achieve natural results.
Early detection of skin cancer is a fundamental pillar for IMR. Dr. Gorriz highlights the use of photofinder technology, a body mapping system that photographs and microscopically analyzes each mole to detect changes before a lesion becomes malignant. In the surgical field, the clinic employs Mohs surgery, a high-precision technique for removing skin tumors in delicate areas, and the Lela technique to improve patient recovery.
In aesthetic medicine, IMR has shifted towards tissue regeneration. Treatments like polynucleotides, naturally derived, help to redensify thin skin and stimulate collagen. Autologous exosomes, considered the "Ferrari" of regeneration, are obtained from the patient's own blood and reactivate cellular function to enhance collagen and elastin production.
In the hair area, IMR offers transplants without shaving, a highly sought-after option, especially by women, allowing immediate return to daily life without the intervention being noticeable. These services are complemented by regeneration therapies such as exosomes and platelet-rich plasma.
The clinic also features cutting-edge technology such as Potenza (microneedling radiofrequency), Ultherapy (non-surgical lifting with focused ultrasound), and picosecond laser for treating pigmentation. Other treatments include carbon peel, hydrafacial, and laser genesis.
Beyond clinical activity, IMR maintains a strong social commitment through the "Borra tus cicatrices" foundation, driven by Dr. Ricard, which offers free treatments to patients lacking resources. The foundation organizes the only scar congress in Spain and participates in international clinical trials.
