Alcalaíno Psychiatrist Dr. Benedict Crespo Elected to Royal National Academy of Medicine
Alcalá la Real, Jaén – Dr. Benedict Crespo,a psychiatrist from alcalá la Real,has been admitted to the Royal National Academy of Medicine of Spain (RANME),a prestigious scientific corporation advising the King of Spain and the government on medical and health matters. The appointment recognizes Dr. Crespo’s distinguished career in psychiatry and his dedication to public health, bringing honor to both the professional and his hometown.
The election of Dr. Crespo to the RANME underscores the growing importance of mental health expertise at a national level. His contributions extend beyond clinical practice, notably through his participation in summer courses on mental health offered by the UNED (National Distance education University) and his instrumental role in securing Alcalá la Real’s inclusion in the EAAD-BEST European project – a collaborative initiative focused on mental health advancements.
Alcalá la Real Mayor Marino Aguilera, who traveled to Madrid alongside other local officials to attend Dr. Crespo’s inauguration, expressed his congratulations, stating, “This recognizes the outstanding career in the field of psychiatry and Benedict’s commitment to public health… It is a pride for the Municipality that professionals like Dr. Crespo are recognized at such a high level.”
During the investiture ceremony,Dr. Crespo delivered an inaugural address titled “The most there psychiatry of the Psychiatrist,” to which Academician Celso Arango Lozano responded on behalf of the RANME. Dr. Crespo then swore to uphold the statutes of the Academy.
The royal national Academy of Medicine, established as a public law scientific corporation, serves as a key advisory body on medical and health policy within spain. Dr. Crespo’s election signifies a notable achievement for the field of psychiatry and promises continued contributions to the advancement of healthcare in the region and beyond.
