Da Vinci Robotic System in Digestive Surgery and Gastroenterology Specialist Centro PAD
About the clinic
Surgery with the Da Vinci robotic system is available at Centro PAD in Madrid, Spain. This technology allows for millimeter-level precision during complex digestive procedures. The surgical team brings over 15 years of experience and has performed 7,000+ operations, making it a top choice for minimally invasive care.
Advanced Robotic Technology
Centro PAD uses three different versions of the technology: Da Vinci X, Xi, and the new Da Vinci 5. The surgeon sits at a special console to control the robotic arms in real time. These arms have articulated joints that move better than a human hand. The system removes natural hand tremors to keep every movement steady. A high-definition 3D camera gives the surgeon a clear, enlarged view of the internal organs.
Common Procedures and Conditions
The robotic approach works well for many digestive issues. It is often used to treat colon and rectal cancer. Surgeons also use it for hernia repairs, including umbilical and inguinal hernias. It helps patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatal hernias. Gallbladder removals are also common using this method. The robotic tools allow for better movement in tight spaces compared to traditional tools.
Faster Recovery and Better Results
Patients usually stay in the hospital for only 24 to 48 hours. The robotic method causes less trauma to the body tissues than open surgery. This leads to less bleeding and smaller scars. Most patients feel less pain after the operation and can return to their daily lives quickly. Compared to standard laparoscopy, the robot offers better 3D vision and more precise instruments.
Expert Care in Madrid
Surgeries take place at the HLA Moncloa University Hospital. This facility was named one of the World's Best Smart Hospitals in 2023. The hospital holds ISO 45001 certification for safety and health management. Most robotic operations last between 1 and 3 hours. This combination of experienced specialists and modern hospital facilities helps maintain high standards for digestive surgery.
To learn more about robotic surgery options at Centro PAD, you can leave a request on Bookimed.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| diagnostics | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Online consultation with Surgeon | $178.36 |
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Robotic System | $16721.27 | |
| Thyroidectomy | Price on request | |
| Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC) | Price on request | |
| Removal of colon cancer | Price on request | |
| Stomach cancer surgery | Price on request | |
| Colectomy (large bowel resection) | Price on request |
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Digestive Surgery and Gastroenterology Specialist Centro PAD: more details about the clinic
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.
Founders and key doctors
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.
Hospital and infrastructure
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.
Procedures
The team uses Da Vinci robotic surgery (X, Xi and 5 systems) and advanced laparoscopy to treat:
- Colorectal and digestive cancer: colon, rectal and stomach cancer, liver metastases, peritoneal carcinomatosis (HIPEC).
- Proctology: hemorrhoids, anal fistula, fissure, pilonidal sinus, rectal prolapse.
- Abdominal wall: inguinal, umbilical, incisional and hiatal hernias, complex wall reconstruction.
- Bariatric and upper GI surgery: sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, anti-reflux surgery, gallbladder surgery.
Care for international patients
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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What treatments do patients most often ask for?
- Rectal cancer
What procedures do patients have most often?
- Rectal resection
- Da Vinci Robotic System
- Laparoscopic mesorectumrctonomy
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Lucia de la Mata Rodríguez
Jessica Merideth
Andrew English
Wayne Roche
Sam Robinson
Av. de Valladolid, 81B, Moncloa - Aravaca, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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