Global InformationElena Barraquer Compte information
Elena Barraquer Compte | |
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| Born | May 30, 1954 Barcelona |
| Nationality | Spanish |
| Occupation | Eye surgeon |
| Known for | Eye surgery in Africa |
| Children | 2 |
| Parent | Joaquín Barraquer |
Elena Barraquer Compte (born May 30, 1954) is a Spanish ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery and corneal transplantation. She is the founder of the Elena Barraquer Fundación. She organises cataract fixing trips to Africa by her surgeons and teams. In 2012 she was recognized with the Medal of Honor of Barcelona and in 2018 she was recognized with the Queen Sophia Spanish Institute award in her category of Excellence Awards.