Carlos Varela Ferro is a healthcare executive specializing in integrated care, innovation, and service transformation for people with complex disabilities. He currently serves as Chief Operating Officer at Fundació Aspace Catalunya, a leading organization providing health, social, and educational services to individuals with cerebral palsy, complex neurodevelopmental disorders, and multiple neurological disabilities.
With a professional background spanning clinical practice, healthcare management, digital transformation, and research, Carlos has led the development of innovative integrated care models, including the Neurona Project, a person-centered digital platform designed to improve coordination across health and social care services. His work focuses on enhancing quality, efficiency, and sustainability in publicly funded care systems.
Carlos holds degrees and postgraduate qualifications in Physiotherapy, eHealth, Innovation and Digital Transformation, Sport Management, and Healthcare Leadership, including executive programs at ESADE and Georgetown University. He is also actively involved in international healthcare and disability initiatives, serving on committees of the International Hospital Federation and contributing to global discussions on integrated care and healthcare innovation.
His interests include integrated care, digital health, disability services, healthcare leadership, implementation science, and social impact research.