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Dr. Luz Marina Zuluaga Ríos
Specialist in Peripheral Vascular Disease, Diabetic Foot Surgery, and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
Dr. Luz Marina Zuluaga Ríos is a physician and surgeon with a strong academic background and extensive clinical experience in Angiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease, Diabetic Foot Surgery, and Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation . She has more than six years of professional experience in the management of patients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, metabolic, and complex chronic diseases.
She is a fellow in Diabetic Foot Surgery at the Complutense University of Madrid , an international reference center in this field, and a specialist in Angiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease at Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires, a highly complex tertiary institution. She also has advanced training in Clinical Vascular Ultrasound and Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation , including experience in intensive care units.
Her clinical practice focuses on the treatment of complex wounds , limb salvage , the management of critically ill patients and comprehensive cardiovascular and respiratory rehabilitation, as well as the long-term care of patients with chronic diseases and acute decompensations. In addition, she has academic experience as a university professor at undergraduate and graduate levels , and she actively participates in scientific research projects and international publications.
Dr. Luz Marina regularly attends medical congresses and continuing education programs, maintaining a practice based on scientific evidence, clinical innovation, and patient safety. She is recognized for her strong communication skills, her ability to work in multicultural teams, and her compassionate, patient-centered approach.
At Global Health, she is part of the medical team that provides specialized online consultations , offering accurate clinical evaluation, personalized treatment guidance, and ongoing follow-up, with a strong focus on improving quality of life and preventing complications.
Qualifications
- Becaria en Cirugía del Pie Diabético — Universidad Complutense de Madrid (UCM)
- Especialista en Angiología y Enfermedad Vascular Periférica — Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires
- Formación avanzada en Ecografía Vascular Clínica
- Formación avanzada en Rehabilitación Cardíaca y Pulmonar
- Experiencia en Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos
- Docente universitaria — pregrado y posgrado
- Investigadora — publicaciones internacionales
- 6+ años experiencia clínica en enfermedades cardiovasculares, pulmonares, metabólicas y crónicas complejas
- Registrada en CGCOM (nº 202009507)
FAQs
Is Dr. Zuluaga registered with the Consejo General de Colegios Oficiales de Médicos?
Yes. Dr. Luz Marina Zuluaga Ríos is registered with the CGCOM under number 202009507. You can verify this registration at cgcom.es. Dr. Zuluaga is a fellow in Diabetic Foot Surgery at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid and a specialist in Angiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease at the Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires.
What vascular and rehabilitation consultations does Dr. Zuluaga offer online?
Dr. Zuluaga offers: evaluation of peripheral vascular disease (claudication, rest pain, changes in extremities), diabetic foot risk assessment and preventive guidance, complex and chronic wounds, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation (guidance and follow-up post-heart attack, post-cardiac surgery, COPD, heart failure), angiology, interpretation of vascular ultrasound reports, chronic and metabolic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia, COPD), vascular second opinion, and general medicine.
What is diabetic foot and why is early evaluation important?
Diabetic foot is a serious complication of diabetes mellitus resulting from the combination of peripheral neuropathy, vascular insufficiency, and increased susceptibility to infections — and it is one of the leading causes of non-traumatic amputation in Spain. Early evaluation of diabetic foot risk can prevent ulcers, severe infections, and amputations. Dr. Zuluaga is a fellow in Diabetic Foot Surgery at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid — one of the international reference centers for this pathology. For diabetic patients with any symptoms in their feet — tingling, loss of sensation, changes in the skin, or wounds that do not heal — an online evaluation is a valuable first step to stratify risk.
Can Dr. Zuluaga provide guidance on cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation?
Yes. Dr. Zuluaga has advanced training in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, including experience in intensive care units. She can provide online guidance to patients undergoing rehabilitation after a heart attack, cardiac surgery, or diagnosed with COPD or heart failure — including guidelines for progressive physical activity, symptom management, monitoring parameters, and coordination with the in-person rehabilitation team.
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Zuluaga?
Select an available time on this page to book directly with Dr. Zuluaga. Payment is processed securely at the time of booking — the appointment is confirmed once payment is completed. You will immediately receive a calendar invitation. Consultations are conducted via secure video call in Spanish. If you have vascular ultrasound reports, recent lab tests, or previous medical reports, we recommend sharing them before the consultation for a more accurate evaluation. Same-day appointments are often available.
What are Dr. Zuluaga's qualifications?
Dr. Luz Marina Zuluaga Ríos is a physician and surgeon with over six years of clinical experience. She is a fellow in Diabetic Foot Surgery at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid and a specialist in Angiology and Peripheral Vascular Disease at the Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires. She has advanced training in Clinical Vascular Ultrasound and Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation, experience in ICU, and serves as a university lecturer and researcher with international publications. She is registered with CGCOM (nº 202009507).
