Juan
B. Grau, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Surgery and Attending
Surgeon with the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at NYU Medical
Center. Originally from Spain, Dr. Grau attended Alcalá de Henares
University School of Medicine, Special Center Ramon y Cajal
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in Madrid, where he graduated with honors. After coming to the United
States with his family, he completed his general surgery residency
and cardiothoracic surgery fellowship at NYU Medical Center. He spent
several years as a senior research fellow in basic science research
with NYU's Laboratory of Developmental Biology and Repair.
Dr. Grau holds special distinction for his service as a Second Lieutenant
with the Special Operations Forces of NATO during the Gulf War. In
addition, he received the White House Medical Unit Certificate of
Commendation and the Outstanding Performance as Medical Officer Award,
presented by the Special Operations Forces NATO. He is a member of
several prestigious medical societies, serves as a reviewer for numerous
surgical journals in clinical and basic science, and has presented
his work at several national and international meetings, including
the International Symposium of Paedriatic Surgical Research, Surgical
Forum of the American College of Surgeons, and the Scientific Session
of the Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma.
Dr. Grau is actively involved with the Department of Cardiothoracic
Surgery's basic science laboratory. As a research fellow, his work
in embryonic manipulation, the development of new trasfection vectors
for in vivo and in vitro models, and the study of stem cell biology,
was declared of national interest.
In tandem with the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery's international
initiative, Dr. Grau will provide a vital link to the Latino community,
facilitating easier access for Spanish-speaking physicians and their
patients into NYU's cardiothoracic surgery program. Currently, he
is in charge of several exchange programs for students from different
South American and Spanish Universities and works with residents completing
their training in general surgery and cardiothoracic surgery. Consultations
from Latino physicians and patients are conducted in English and Spanish,
eliminating communication barriers that often interfere with diagnosis
and treatment.
His areas of interest include the surgery of heart failure and ventricular
remodeling, stenting of thoracic aortic aneurysms, surgical options
for the treatment of atrial fibrillation and various valvular repair
techniques, using minimally invasive approaches. As a previous trauma
surgeon with Bellevue Hospital Center, Grau is also recognized as
an expert in the management of complex cardiac and thoracic injuries.
Dr. Grau's background, clinical training, and commitment to academics
will provide a new and unique link to the Latino community in the
surgical treatment of patients with cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Grau is an advisor to the United Nations in health issues relating
to the field of cardiovascular surgery. He is board certified by the
American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
Dr.
Grau serves as preceptor for third and fourth year medical students
at NYU School of Medicine and is in charge of the research exchange
programs for college students and medical students.