Dr. Yandy Castillo-Aleman

MD

Degrees:  Diplomat Candidate of the American Board of Regenerative Medicine (ABRM). American Academy of Regenerative Medicine (AARM). Specialist in Immunology (First degree). University of Medical Sciences of Havana. Cuba. Specialist in Comprehensive General Medicine (First degree). University of Medical Sciences of Havana. Cuba. Diplomat “Practical attention in Intensive Care and Emergencies.” University of Medical Sciences of Havana. Cuba. Doctor of Medicine (Summa cum lauden). University of Medical Sciences of Havana. Cuba

Designation: Specialist, Immunology & Head of Clinical Trials

Department:  Apheresis (Adults & Peds)  Immunology  

Languages: 

English Spanish

Experience: 15 Years

Dr. Yandy Marx Castillo-Aleman is a dedicated immunologist who is passionate about improving patient well-being. With an unwavering commitment to advancing the field of medicine, Dr. Yandy's career has been marked by a relentless pursuit of knowledge and a tireless drive to make a meaningful impact. His dedication to the health and wellness of individuals is matched only by his insatiable curiosity, which fuels his unending quest for innovative solutions and groundbreaking breakthroughs. Dr. Yandy is a specialist in Immunology, with a focus on apheresis procedures, clinical trials, and Regenerative Medicine. His boundless enthusiasm and deep compassion make him a true beacon of hope in the world of healthcare, where he continues to inspire those around him with his relentless pursuit of excellence. 

Specializations

  • Immunology 
  • Apheresis practices  
  • Expertise in Cellular Product Clinical Trials  
  • Regenerative medicine  
  • Infection prevention and control  
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) 
  • Clinical assessment related to the Marketing Authorization of Pharmaceutical Products 
  • Good Clinical Practices (GCP) inspections 

Licenses and Memberships

DOH Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) Clinical Advisory Committee.

European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (EBMT).

American Academy of Regenerative Medicine (AARM).

International Society for Cell & Gene Therapy (ISCT). International Society.

American Society for Apheresis (ASFA).

Professional Experience

Immunology Specialist. Yas Clinic Khalifa City (YCKC) Hospital

UAE

 
Clinical Immunology Specialist. Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center (ADSCC).

UAE

 
Quality Manager and Clinical Investigator. Abu Dhabi Stem Cells Center (ADSCC).

UAE

 
Clinical Specialist (Biological products). State Center for Control of Drugs, Equipment and Medical Devices (CECMED).

Cuba

 
Resident Doctor in Immunology. University of Medical Sciences of Havana.

Cuba

 
Resident Doctor in Comprehensive General Medicine. University of Medical Sciences of Havana.

Cuba

 
Intensive Care Unit Diplomat. University of Medical Sciences of Havana.

Cuba

 
General Practitioner. University of Medical Sciences of Havana.

Cuba

 

Publications

Castillo-Aleman, YM, Ventura-Carmenate, Y, Del Foco, O, Ann-Martinez, M. Effects of central catheter recirculation during extracorporeal photopheresis. Journal of Clinical Apheresis 2023; 38(1): 63- 64. doi:

Castillo-Aleman YM, Villegas-Valverde CA, Ventura-Carmenate Y, Suarez-Formigo GM, Bencomo-Hernandez AA. “Original antigenic sin” effects in SARS-CoV-2 vaccination followed by infection. Cureus 2022; 14(12): e32548. doi

Castillo-Aleman YM. Beyond 8-methoxypsoralen as the photosensitizer on extracorporeal photopheresis. Frontiers in Oncology 2022; 12:996973. DOI

Castillo-Aleman YM, Bencomo-Hernandez AA, Ventura-Carmenate Y, Villegas-Valverde CA, Rivero-Jimenez RA; ADSCC ECP Group. Refractory pemphigus vulgaris and high-intensity extracorporeal photopheresis: A case report. Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed. 2023; 39: 296-300. DOI

Castillo-Aleman YM, Ann-Martinez M, Victorino-Roque JMR, Othman J, Ventura-Carmenate Y. Tele-ECP: A feasible telemedicine-based approach to extracorporeal photopheresis [published online ahead of print, 2022 Aug 31]. J Telemed Telecare. 2022. DOI

Castillo-Aleman YM, Ventura-Carmenate Y, Al Amin MT. Quality of extracorporeal photopheresis care: A pioneering experience in the United Arab Emirates. Journal of Healthcare Quality Research 2022; 37 (4): 263-4. PMID: 35339425. DOI

Castillo-Aleman YM, Bencomo Hernandez AA, Ventura Carmenate Y. CD4+Foxp3+Helios+ regulatory T cells: Role in immunostasis and clinical applications. Journal of Cellular and Molecular Immunology 2022; 1(1):5-7. DOI

Ventura-Carmenate Y, Alkaabi FM, Castillo-Aleman YM, Villegas-Valverde CA, Ahmed YM, Sanna P, Abdulla Almarzooqi A, Abdelrazik A, Torres-Zambrano GM, Wade-Mateo M, Quesada-Saliba D, Abdel Hadi L, Bencomo-Hernandez AA, Rivero-Jimenez RA. Safety and Efficacy of Autologous Non-Hematopoietic Enriched Stem Cells Nebulization in COVID-19 patients. A Randomized Clinical Trial, Abu Dhabi 2020. Translational Medicine Communications 2021; 6(25). PMID: 34746417. DOI

Castillo-Aleman YM, Villegas-Valverde CA, Ventura-Carmenate Y, Abdel-Hadi L, Rivero-Jimenez RA, Rezgui R, Alagha SH, Shamat S, Bencomo-Hernandez AA. Viability assessment of human peripheral blood-derived stem cells after three methods of nebulization. American Journal of Stem Cells 2021; 10(4): 68-78. DOI: