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Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain offers elite orthopedic care via world-renowned experts often serving professional athletes. For instance, Dr. Manuel Leyes at Quironsalud Madrid consults for major sports teams. Choosing JCI-accredited centers like Centro Médico Teknon ensures high safety standards. These facilities handle over 23,500 operations annually. Patients can access specialized stem cell therapies for trauma recovery alongside standard corrective surgeries.

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