Dr. Irene Calvo Balbuena

I am a veterinarian with a strong professional focus on diagnostic imaging, with clinical experience in ultrasonography, radiography and computed tomography (CT).

After graduating in Veterinary Medicine from Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio, I completed a Small Animal Rotating Internship at University College Dublin Veterinary Hospital, where I gained broad clinical experience in internal medicine, surgery, anaesthesia, intensive care, oncology and diagnostic imaging.

I subsequently developed my professional career in referral hospitals in Spain, increasingly focusing on diagnostic imaging while maintaining a strong clinical background in emergency and general medicine. In 2024, I obtained the General Practitioner Certificate in Diagnostic Imaging (GPCert(DI)) from ISVPS, followed by the Certificate of Director of Radiodiagnostic Facilities in 2025.

From 2022 to 2024, I worked at Diagnosfera, a veterinary referral centre for Diagnostic Imaging and Cardiology, where I performed and interpreted CT and radiographic studies, including referral examinations from other veterinary centres, as well as electrocardiographic analysis.

From September 2024 to January 2026, I was Head of Diagnostic Imaging Services at HV Evidensia Sevilla. In this role, I contributed to the development of the diagnostic imaging service from its opening, performing ultrasonography and advanced imaging studies using a 32-slice CT scanner, reporting CT and radiographic examinations, and providing remote diagnostic imaging support to veterinary practices across southern Spain.

Alongside my clinical work, I have always maintained a strong interest in veterinary education and knowledge sharing. I have contributed to educational activities, seminars, scientific presentations and journal clubs focused on diagnostic imaging and emergency medicine, and have been involved in the training of veterinary interns and clinical teams.

I currently work as a self-employed veterinary diagnostic imaging consultant in Spain.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

General Practitioner Certificate in Diagnostic Imaging (GPCert(DI))
ISVPS, 2024

Certificate of Director of Radiodiagnostic Facilities, 2025

Veterinary Medicine Degree (DVM)
Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio, 2019

PANACEA VET Basic Echocardiography ECTS Certificate

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Self-employed Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Consultant
Present

Head of Diagnostic Imaging Services
HV Evidensia Sevilla, Spain
September 2024 – January 2026

Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging and Cardiology Referral Clinician
Diagnosfera – UNAVETS, Spain
November 2022 – August 2024

Small Animal Rotating Intern
UCD Veterinary Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
November 2021 – November 2022

Small Animal General Medicine and Emergency Veterinarian
VETSIA Veterinary Hospital, Madrid, Spain
July 2020 – October 2021

TEACHING & PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

I have contributed to educational activities for veterinary professionals and interns, with a particular focus on diagnostic imaging and emergency medicine.

My main teaching and professional activities include:

• Diagnostic imaging seminars for veterinary teams and rotating interns
• Scientific presentations and case-based discussions in diagnostic imaging
• Diagnostic imaging journal club activities
• Point-of-care ultrasound approaches in emergency medicine, including lung and abdominal ultrasound
• Continuing professional development activities in diagnostic imaging

SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATIONS & ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES

I have participated in scientific presentations, seminars and continuing professional development activities throughout my clinical career, with a particular focus on diagnostic imaging and emergency medicine.

“Survival and Risk Factors Associated with Dogs Diagnosed with Soft Tissue Sarcoma: A Retrospective Cohort Study”
HCV UAX

“Respiratory Distress Syndrome: Approach to the Patient with Respiratory Syndrome”
Dean's Lunch, UCD Veterinary Hospital, 2022

“Congenital Lobar Emphysema”
Resident Seminar, UCD Veterinary Hospital, 2022

“Importance of Correct Positioning for Radiographic Interpretation”
IVC Evidensia Seminar, HV Ciudad Real, 2024

Diagnostic Imaging Journal Club
Regular participation in clinical case discussions and critical appraisal of diagnostic imaging topics.

Evidensia Sevilla Diagnostic Imaging Journal Club
Participation in case-based discussions covering Global FAST, emergency lung ultrasound and emergency abdominal ultrasound.

AREAS OF CLINICAL ACTIVITY

• Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging
• Ultrasonography
• Computed Tomography (CT)
• Radiography
• Emergency and point-of-care ultrasound
• Cardiac imaging and basic echocardiography

LANGUAGES

Spanish: Native
English: Fluent