Mr. Iker Alonso González | Medicine and Dentistry | Best Researcher Award 

Mr. Iker Alonso González is a dedicated researcher and professional in the field of microbiology and clinical parasitology, recognized for his growing contributions to medical and pharmaceutical sciences. He holds a degree in Pharmacy from the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) and has further specialized in Microbiology and Clinical Parasitology at Cruces University Hospital, where he continues to advance his expertise in infectious disease research and diagnostics. His professional experience at Osakidetza the Basque Health Service combines clinical practice with applied research, focusing on microbial resistance, infectious disease control, and antibiotic stewardship. He has presented numerous research communications, including fourteen posters and two oral presentations at the Spanish Society of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology (SEIMC), addressing critical topics such as antimicrobial resistance patterns in Shigella spp. and the clinical impact of post-treatment uroculture interventions. His scientific publication, “Multiresistant Aeromonas hydrophila bacteremia,” published in Enferm Infecc Microbiol Clin (Engl Ed), reflects his analytical approach and contribution to understanding emerging multidrug-resistant pathogens. His current research interests center around the development of evidence-based antimicrobial protocols, optimization of laboratory diagnostics, and epidemiological monitoring of infectious diseases in clinical settings. Mr. Iker Alonso González’s participation in national research forums and professional societies highlights his commitment to academic collaboration and scientific advancement. His early scholarly impact is reflected in his record of 2 citations by 2 documents, 3 published works, and an h-index of 1, indicating a promising trajectory in medical research. He is also engaged in continuous professional development, ensuring alignment with global standards in clinical microbiology and pharmaceutical practice. Through his rigorous research, clinical application, and scholarly engagement, Mr. Iker Alonso González exemplifies the integration of scientific inquiry and healthcare innovation, contributing to the ongoing efforts to enhance antimicrobial stewardship and patient outcomes in contemporary medicine.

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Featured Publications:

• Alonso-González, I. (2025). Upper limb abscess due to an unusual Clostridium species in an immunocompetent child. Enfermedades Infecciosas y Microbiología Clínica.

• Alonso-González, I. (2023). Sensitivity profile of Shigella spp. isolates in patients with travelers’ diarrhea in a tertiary hospital in the period 2017–2022. Presented at the Spanish Society of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology (SEIMC).

• Alonso-González, I. (2023). Impact of a PROA intervention on the request of non-proven post-treatment control urocultures. Presented at the Spanish Society of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology (SEIMC).

• Alonso-González, I. (2022). Multiresistant Aeromonas hydrophila bacteremia. Enfermedades Infecciosas y Microbiología Clínica