Prof. Margarita Saona Presents to El Cruce Hospital in Buenos Aires
Introduction
Professor Margarita Saona (Hispanic Studies) was recently invited to present to the team of cardiologists at the El Cruce Hospital in Buenos Aires. The title of the talk was "Corazón en trance: ¿Cómo escribir acerca del propio trasplante cardíaco?”
The Hospital de Alta Complejidad en Red El Cruce “Dr. Néstor Kirchner” is a leading critical care and university hospital specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of severe and complex conditions that require advanced care beyond the capabilities of local clinics and secondary hospitals. Its highly specialized services include heart, liver, and bone marrow transplantation, advanced neurosurgery, and critical care. Alongside clinical care, the hospital emphasizes a humanized approach to medicine, fostering supportive relationships among patients, families, and healthcare professionals. It also serves as a center for medical education and training, biomedical research through public-private collaboration, and the development of genomic medicine, integrating specialized treatment, education, research, and compassionate patient care.