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Dr Matías Mayor Arenal

Blue Dermatology

Dr Matías Mayor Arenal

Specialist in
  • Oncological dermatology and skin cancer.
  • Advanced dermatological surgery (Mohs and reconstructive).
  • Early diagnosis of melanoma and pigmented lesions.
«In this unit, we aim to provide high-quality dermatological oncology care, combining clinical rigour and efficiency, with the patient’s wellbeing at the heart of our work.»
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Professional profile

A specialist in Medical and Surgical Dermatology and Venereology with extensive experience in oncological dermatology and skin surgery. He practises in a highly specialised hospital setting, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, including complex and high-risk skin tumours.

His clinical practice combines advanced surgical techniques, early diagnosis using dermoscopy and the medical management of skin tumours, with a particular emphasis on multidisciplinary work. He combines his clinical work with a solid track record in university teaching and participation in specialist clinical committees.

Education

Medical and specialist training in dermatology, with academic development at university level and further training in healthcare management.

2024 | Course in Clinical Management in Dermatology. ESADE Executive Education and the Piel Sana Foundation (AEDV).
2019–2020 | Master’s Degree in Clinical Management, Medical and Healthcare Management. CEU Cardenal Herrera University.
2019–2020 | University Certificate in Medical Management and Clinical Unit Management. CEU Cardenal Herrera University.
2019–2020 | University Certificate in Medical Management and Health Services Management. CEU Cardenal Herrera University.
2019–2020 | University Certificate in Medical Quality Management. CEU Cardenal Herrera University.
2019–2020 | University Certificate in Leadership and Management Skills in Healthcare. CEU Cardenal Herrera University.
2004 | Doctor of Medicine. Autonomous University of Madrid. Grade: First Class Honours (Cum Laude).
1995 – 1999 | Specialised Medical Training in Medical-Surgical Dermatology and Venereology (MIR). La Paz University Hospital.
1984–1990 | Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery. University of Salamanca.

Professional experience

Clinical and teaching work in hospital dermatology, with a particular focus on oncological dermatology and skin surgery.

2025 – Present | Head of the Department of Oncological and Surgical Dermatology. La Paz University Hospital.
2011 – Present | Member of the Multidisciplinary Skin Tumour Committee. La Paz Hospital.
2000 – 2025 | Senior Registrar in Dermatology. La Paz University Hospital.
2005 – Present | Associate Professor of Health Sciences. Faculty of Medicine. Autonomous University of Madrid.
2014 – Present | Dermatology Co-ordinator, Faculty of Medicine, La Paz Hospital Teaching Unit, Autonomous University of Madrid.
2011 – 2024 | Coordinator of the Multidisciplinary Committee on Skin Tumours. La Paz Hospital.

Scientific publications

Research activity in clinical dermatology, dermato-oncology and skin surgery, with contributions to national and international journals.

2018 | Camarero-Mulas C, Delgado Jiménez Y, Sanmartín-Jiménez O, Mayor Arenal M, et al. Mohs micrographic surgery in the elderly: comparison of tumours, surgery and first-year follow-up in patients younger and older than 80 years of age in REGESMOHS. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2018;32(1):108–112.
2015 | Ibarrola-Villava M, Kumar R, Nagore E, Mayor M, et al. Genes involved in the WNT and vesicular trafficking pathways are associated with a predisposition to melanoma. Int J Cancer. 2015;136(9):2109–2119.
2003 | Mayor Arenal M, Burón Álvarez I, Prats Caelles I, et al. Muir-Torre syndrome. Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2003;94:37–41.
2002 | Mayor Arenal M, Hervella Garcés M, Piteiro Bermejo AB, et al. Reconstruction of the ciliary region using a V-T sliding flap. Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2002;93:569–572.
2000 | Mayor M, Burón I, de Mora JC, et al. Mondor’s disease. Int J Dermatol. 2000;39(12):922–925.

Areas of special focus

Clinical practice focusing on oncological dermatology and common skin conditions, including:

  • Skin cancer.
  • Melanoma and pigmented lesions.
  • High-risk skin tumours (advanced basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma).
  • Acne.
  • Alopecia.

Techniques and procedures

The use of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in dermatology, including:

  • Mohs micrographic surgery.
  • Oncological and reconstructive skin surgery.
  • Early diagnosis using dermoscopy.
  • Photodynamic therapy, cryotherapy and radioisotope treatments (Rhenium-188).
  • Pharmacological treatment of advanced skin cancer (Hedgehog inhibitors).
  • Nail surgery.

Accreditations and memberships

Membership of scientific societies in the field of dermatology, including:

  • European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (EADV).
  • Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (AEDV).
  • Spanish Group for Dermato-Oncology and Surgery of the AEDV (GEDOC).

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