Ivone Malla | Liver Transplantation Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ivone Malla, Liver Transplantation Award, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Hospital Universitario Austral, Argentina

Dr. Ivone Malla is a distinguished Pediatric Hepatologist from Argentina, known for her expertise in pediatric liver diseases and transplantation. She obtained her medical degree from the Universidad Nacional de La Plata School of Medicine in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1996, achieving top honors with an impressive average score of 8.21 out of 10.

Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Malla has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in pediatric healthcare. She completed her residency and fellowship training in Pediatric Hepatology and Liver Transplantation at prestigious institutions both locally and abroad, including Hospital Universitario Austral and Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc.

Dr. Malla has made significant contributions to the field of pediatric hepatology through her clinical practice, research endeavors, and active involvement in medical societies. She has served as the Head of Pediatric Hepatology and the Pediatric Liver Transplant Unit at Hospital Universitario Austral in Pilar, Argentina, since 2010. Additionally, she holds the position of Pediatric Hepatologist at Hospital de Pediatría Garrahan in Buenos Aires.

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Education:

Qualifications and Certifications:

  • Pediatric Hepatologist, certified by the Sociedad Argentina de Pediatría, with recertification in December 2017.
  • Pediatrician, extended by the Sociedad Argentina de Pediatría with recertification in December 2011.
  • Physician, extended by the Universidad Nacional de La Plata School of Medicine, Buenos Aires, Argentina in October 1996.
  • Extended certifications in Spanish, English, and French languages.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Ivone Malla is a highly experienced pediatric hepatologist with a distinguished professional background. She currently serves as the Head of Pediatric Hepatology and the Pediatric Liver Transplant Unit at Hospital Universitario Austral in Pilar, Argentina, a position she has held since 2010. In addition, Dr. Malla has been practicing as a Pediatric Hepatologist at Hospital de Pediatría Garrahan in Buenos Aires, Argentina, since 2013. Her expertise in the field is further enriched by her fellowship training in Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Liver Cell Transplantation at Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc, Université Catholique de Louvain, from 2007 to 2008, and her fellowship in Hepatology and Liver Transplant at Hospital Universitario Austral from 2005 to 2007. Over the years, she has been actively involved in various aspects of pediatric liver care, including outpatient clinics, liver units, and liver transplant programs. Dr. Malla’s dedication to pediatric healthcare is evident through her extensive experience in pediatric ICU, emergency care, and general pediatrics, contributing significantly to the well-being of children with liver diseases and transplantation needs.

Research Interest:

Dr. Ivone Malla’s research interests lie at the intersection of pediatric hepatology and liver transplantation, focusing on elucidating the intricacies of liver diseases in children and advancing therapeutic interventions in this specialized field. Her work encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, including pediatric liver diseases such as viral hepatitis, autoimmune hepatitis, and metabolic liver disorders. Additionally, she delves into the complexities of pediatric liver transplantation, exploring innovative techniques, outcomes assessment, and immunosuppressive strategies tailored to the unique needs of young patients. Dr. Malla is also dedicated to investigating portal hypertension, hepatocellular carcinoma, hepatobiliary imaging modalities, liver regeneration, and the immunological aspects of liver inflammation in pediatric populations. Through her research endeavors, she aims to enhance diagnostic precision, refine treatment protocols, and ultimately improve the long-term prognosis and quality of life for children with liver-related conditions.

Publication Top Noted:

Liver transplantation in hepatic epitheloid hemangioendothelioma and lung metastases: a case report

  • Authors: Selzer Soria, E.M., Campaña, A.G., Lagues, C., Fauda, M., Malla, I.
  • Published in: Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria, 2022, 120(4), pp. E187–E191
  • Abstract: This article presents a case report on liver transplantation in hepatic epithelioid hemangioendothelioma (HEHE) with lung metastases.

Propranolol treatment in Kasabach-Merritt Syndrome secondary to congenital hepatic hemangioma. Clinical case

  • Authors: Selzer Soria, E.M., Malla, I.
  • Published in: Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria, 2021, 119(1), pp. E65–E69
  • Abstract: The article discusses the use of propranolol in treating Kasabach-Merritt Syndrome secondary to congenital hepatic hemangioma through a clinical case.

Treatment of hepatitis C virus infection with new direct-acting antivirals agents in pediatrics. Case report

  • Authors: Selzer Soria, E.M., Malla, I.
  • Published in: Archivos Argentinos de Pediatria, 2021, 119(4), pp. E360–E363
  • Abstract: This article presents a case report on the treatment of hepatitis C virus infection in pediatrics using new direct-acting antiviral agents.

Long-acting release octreotide for pediatric upper gastrointestinal bleeding

  • Authors: Malla, I., López, S., Busquet, L., Cervio, G., Cuarterolo, M.
  • Published in: Revista Chilena de Pediatria, 2020, 91(2), pp. 251–254
  • Abstract: This article discusses the use of long-acting release octreotide for the treatment of pediatric upper gastrointestinal bleeding.