Frequently Asked Questions

Are you looking for more information about the different diagnoses that we treat at the Institut Chiari de Barcelona, about how to get in contact with the medical team, the risks involved in the surgical procedure, the reuqired aftercare, etc?  

We  are pleased to inform that the "Frequently Asked Questions Section" on our website is now also available in English.

Do you have any suggestions for other questions to be included? Please do not hesitate to leave a comment and let us know.

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