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Respiratory Critical Care Fellowship
(4.5/5) - 2 reviews
CIBER de Enfermedades Respiratorias, Instituto de Salud Carlos III
Main Areas of Interest
The main areas of interest:
- Respiratory physiology.
- Respiratory monitoring.
- Mechanical ventilation.
- Surgical and medical Critical Care.
- Our Critical Care Unit is a mixed medical and surgical ICU with 17 beds. We also provide assistance in the postoperative care unit (25 beds), trauma patients and in- hospital cardiac arrest.
Specialties
Techniques You Will Learn
Techniques you will learn during your program here:
The aim of this program is to give the fellow a comprehensive exposure to clinical respiratory management in critical care patients including inpatient and outpatient diagnosis and management. The fellowship is designed to flexibly accommodate the varying educational needs of the trainee and the duration of the program. The program covers the fundamentals and clinical skills in patho-physiology, monitoring and application of respiratory assistance.
Curriculum
Curriculum:
- Fundamentals in pulmonary physiology: respiratory mechanics, gas exchange, respiratory mechanics…
- Fundamentals of the most frequent pathophysiological disorders in critical care patients: acute respiratory failure, acute respiratory distress syndrome, acute lung edema, COPD, pneumonia….
- Fundamentals and clinical skills of the different non-invasive ventilatory techniques: high flow therapy, continuous positive airway pressure, bilevel positive airway pressure, pressure support.
- Fundamentals and clinical skills in non-invasive ventilation
- Fundamentals and clinical skills in invasive mechanical ventilation
- Fundamentals in procedures such as alveolar recruitment maneuvers or PEEP adjustment.
- Introduction to the different monitoring tools such as lung ultrasonography, volumetric capnography, transpulmonary pressure or electrical impedance tomography.
- Fundamentals and clinical skills in weaning from mechanical ventilation
Activities:
- Fellows will be given the opportunity to take part of the dynamics of the unit taking part in the rounds, clinical discussion and management of all those patients admitted to our ICU that require some type of ventilatory support.
- Fellows will participate in clinical training sessions in respiratory physiology and mechanical ventilation, as well as in the clinical sessions of the ICU and the anesthesiology department. They will also be encouraged to present their work orally at a group meeting at least once before they complete their visit.
- Fellows will be given the opportunity to participate in both clinical and experimental studies carried out during the stay. - At the end of training the fellow will receive a certificate attesting training attendance.
Accommodation
Accommodation
The Hospital Clinic is located in the center of the City of Barcelona with a wide range of hotels. In addition, the hospital has a subway stop that allows easy travel from anywhere in the city.
The closest hotels can be found through this link:
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Fees and Program Logistics
This program has the following durations available:
| Duration | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2 weeks | $1,063.00 |
| 4 weeks | $1,594.00 |
| 8 weeks | $2,750.00 |
| 12 weeks | $3,750.00 |
This program allows Merit Applications. This program allows merit-based applications for virtual and onsite clinical and research programs. If you are successfully awarded under this category, Trialect or the host mentor will cover the tuition fee only. All applications will be evaluated based on merit. Due to the high level of competition, the chances of being selected under the merit category are quite limited.
Who Can Apply
Physicians from around the world can apply.
Host Details
Host Name: Carlos Ferrando Ortolá. MD, PhD, DESA
Affiliation: CIBER de Enfermedades Respiratorias, Instituto de Salud Carlos III
Address: Barcelona Clinic Hospital. C/Villarroel, 170. 08036 Barcelona
Website URL: https://www.clinicbarcelona.org/en
Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.
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Onsite/On-Campus Program
Fellowship - Clinical Programs
Spain
Application Review Deadline:
Dec 15th, 2025
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🌟 Overall Sentiment: Highly Positive
Most participants rated the Respiratory Critical Care Fellowship program 5/5, reflecting its profound impact on their professional and academic growth. The fellowship is highly praised for its outstanding mentorship, plentiful research opportunities, and beneficial networking opportunities.
Key Strengths
- 🧑🔬 Hands-on Clinical Research Experience – Participants gained valuable exposure to clinical trials, pharmacovigilance, and research methodologies.
- 👨🏫 Supportive & Knowledgeable Mentors – The host mentor and team were highly praised for their expertise and guidance.
- 🤝 Collaboration & Networking – The program offers excellent opportunities to publish research articles and build long-term professional connections.
- 🌍 Cultural & Professional Exposure – Participants appreciated the chance to immerse in French culture, practice language skills, and explore new research environments.
I am pleased to inform you that my fellowship at Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, under the guidance of Dr. Carlos Ferrando, has started very positively. The team has been exceptionally welcoming, and the clinical exposure so far has been both enriching and inspiring.
I would like to extend my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the three-month
Respiratory Critical Care Fellowship at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. It was a great privilege to be part of
such a prestigious institution, and to learn from mentors who are not only highly qualified but also
deeply committed to excellence in care and education.
The highlight of my experience was undoubtedly the exposure to cutting-edge clinical practice in a
world-renowned academic setting. I found the program intellectually stimulating and appreciated the
structured approach to complex respiratory cases.
That said, I would like to offer some constructive feedback. One challenge I encountered was the
language barrier. Although I had some background in Spanish, I was not aware beforehand that the day-
to-day clinical discussions, especially ward rounds, would occur primarily in Catalan. This made it initially
difficult to follow along and fully engage. I believe that setting clear expectations about the working
language in advance would be helpful for future international fellows.
From a logistical standpoint, I found the process of obtaining a Schengen Visa straightforward, and there
was no shortage of accommodation in the area surrounding the hospital. The accessibility of the hospital
via the Metro made commuting easy and reliable.
Overall, I would rate my experience a 3.8 out of 5. While there were some challenges, particularly with
language, I am grateful for the experience and the knowledge gained during my time at the Hospital
Clínic.
Thank you again for this opportunity.
Program Logistics and Administrative Fees
This program has the following durations available:
| Duration | Fee |
|---|---|
| 2 weeks | $1,063.00 |
| 4 weeks | $1,594.00 |
| 8 weeks | $2,750.00 |
| 12 weeks | $3,750.00 |
This program allows Merit Applications. This program allows merit-based applications for virtual and onsite clinical and research programs. If you are successfully awarded under this category, Trialect or the host mentor will cover the tuition fee only. All applications will be evaluated based on merit. Due to the high level of competition, the chances of being selected under the merit category are quite limited.
Who Can Apply
Physicians from around the world can apply.
Host Details
Host Name: Carlos Ferrando Ortolá. MD, PhD, DESA
Affiliation: CIBER de Enfermedades Respiratorias, Instituto de Salud Carlos III
Address: Barcelona Clinic Hospital. C/Villarroel, 170. 08036 Barcelona
Website URL: https://www.clinicbarcelona.org/en
Disclaimer:It is mandatory that all applicants carry workplace liability insurance, e.g., https://www.protrip-world-liability.com (Erasmus students use this package and typically costs around 5 € per month - please check) in addition to health insurance when you join any of the onsite Trialect partnered fellowships.
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