Hiatal hernia repair at Digestive Surgery and Gastroenterology Specialist Centro PAD in Madrid helps patients resolve severe heartburn and chest pain. An online consultation with a surgeon is around $180 to start the process. The clinic uses the Da Vinci robotic system at the HLA Moncloa University Hospital, which is recognized as one of the World's Best Smart Hospitals by Newsweek.
Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez leads the surgical team with over 15 years of experience and 7,000+ procedures performed. As the founder of Centro PAD and a specialist in robotic surgery, Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez performs minimally invasive repairs for patients with complications like Barrett's esophagus. The clinic uses the latest Da Vinci X and Xi models to improve surgical precision.
The diagnostic process confirms if surgery is necessary for symptoms like dysphagia or gastric ulcers. Patients undergo a full evaluation before the procedure. Most people return to their daily activities within a few days, with a full recovery typically taking around 1-2 weeks.
The surgical team operates at HLA Moncloa University Hospital, which holds ISO 45001 accreditation. This facility provides a high standard of safety and modern equipment for every patient. You can request a consultation through Bookimed to begin your treatment plan.
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| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Online consultation with Surgeon | $179.24 |
Centro PAD is a private center in Madrid, Spain, dedicated to digestive, colorectal and abdominal wall surgery. Its team of two specialists treats around 600 patients a year using minimally invasive and robotic techniques designed for rapid recovery.
Centro PAD was founded in 2024 by Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez, PhD, a colorectal and robotic surgeon and Associate Head of General and Digestive Surgery at Infanta Elena University Hospital.
All procedures are performed at HLA Moncloa University Hospital, a hospital recognized among the World's Best Smart Hospitals 2023 by Newsweek and certified to ISO 45001. Patients benefit from a specialized surgical team and the infrastructure of a full-service hospital.
The team uses Da Vinci robotic surgery (X, Xi and 5 systems) and advanced laparoscopy to treat:
Each case is reviewed personally by the surgeon. International patients can start with an online consultation and receive a personalized treatment plan before travelling to Madrid. Minimally invasive techniques mean less pain, smaller scars and a faster return home.
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