Dr. Oriol Franch
Head of Neurology – Hospital Ruber Internacional (Madrid)
Head of Neurology Service – Hospital La Luz (Madrid)
Professional Summary
Dr. Oriol Franch is a highly experienced neurologist and department head with a strong focus on complex neurological diagnostics, second medical opinions, and neuro-ophthalmology. With decades of clinical and research experience, he is recognized for his expertise in rare neurological disorders, neuromuscular diseases, and movement disorders.
Areas of Expertise
Advanced neurological diagnostics
Second opinions in complex or unclear neurological cases
Neuro-ophthalmology (neurological vision disorders)
Movement disorders (including Parkinson’s disease)
Neuromuscular diseases
Neurogenetic and rare neurological conditions
Leadership & Clinical Roles
Head of Neurology Department, Hospital Ruber Internacional
Head of Neurology Service, Hospital La Luz
Senior consultant in complex neurological case evaluation
International Memberships
Spanish Society of Neurology (SEN)
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
European Neurological Society (ENS)
These affiliations ensure Dr. Franch stays at the forefront of global neurological research and clinical guidelines.
Scientific & Research Contributions
Dr. Franch has contributed to multiple peer-reviewed publications in neurology, particularly in:
Neuromuscular pathology
Neurodegenerative disorders
Genetic neurological syndromes
Toxic neurological conditions
Movement disorders and Parkinsonism
Selected publications include:
Glycogen storage disease in skeletal muscle – Acta Neuropathologica
Neuromuscular changes in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Brueghel’s syndrome (case with post-mortem study) – Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry
Toxic oil syndrome neurological changes
Ceruloplasmin gene mutation and motor dysfunction – Journal of Neurology
Familial cerebral cavernous malformations (CCM2 mutation)
Tardive syndrome and Parkinson’s disease combined therapy – Parkinsonism & Related Disorders
Why Patients Choose Dr. Franch
Extensive experience with rare and difficult-to-diagnose neurological conditions
Strong background in clinical research and evidence-based medicine
Trusted for second opinions in complex international cases
Multilingual communication (Spanish, Catalan, English)
Leadership role in top-tier private hospitals in Spain
Languages
Spanish
Catalan
English
Ideal for International Patients
Dr. Franch is particularly suited for patients who:
Have unclear neurological diagnoses
Need a high-level second opinion
Are dealing with rare or complex neurological conditions
Require multidisciplinary evaluation in Spain