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Mariano Valdés Chávarri
Born 1947
Died (aged 74)
El Palmar, Spain
Nationality Spanish
Occupation Cardiologist

Mariano Valdés Chávarri (born in 1947 – died on February 27, 2021) was an important Spanish doctor. He was a cardiologist, which means he specialized in treating heart problems. He also taught at universities.

Life and Education

Mariano Valdés Chávarri was born in Madrid, Spain. He spent 35 years teaching in the city of Murcia. He studied medicine and earned a special degree called a doctoral degree from the University of Valencia.

Medical Training

Dr. Valdés Chávarri trained in internal medicine at the University of Valencia Hospital. He also learned a lot in the United States. He studied at several places in Kansas City, Missouri and Kansas City, Kansas. These included the Mid America Heart Institute and the Menorah Medical Center.

Contributions to Medicine

Dr. Valdés Chávarri made a big difference in heart care in Spain. He was the first doctor to start a special program for angioplasty in Spain. This procedure helps treat myocardial infarction, also known as a heart attack. Angioplasty uses a tiny balloon to open blocked blood vessels in the heart.

Career in Spain

After his training, Dr. Valdés Chávarri returned to Spain. He became the head of the pathology department at the University of Murcia. He also led the cardiology service department at the Hospital Clínico Universitario Virgen de la Arrixaca. He helped many patients with heart conditions.

Later Years and Legacy

Dr. Valdés Chávarri retired from his main hospital work in 2017. However, he continued to see patients in his private practice. He kept helping people until he passed away.

Mariano Valdés Chávarri died in El Palmar on February 27, 2021. He was 74 years old. He passed away from COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic in Spain. He is remembered for his important work in cardiology and for helping to improve heart care in Spain.

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