Dr. Guillermo Luis Bassols has _doctor_4638_years_ of experience in gynecologic oncology and breast surgery, serving as President of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy. Mastectomy at Centro Médico Teknon may cost around 13,000–35,280 USD, typically covering surgery, hospital stay, and follow-up care. The JCI-accredited hospital is part of Quirónsalud Group and listed among World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.
Centro Médico Teknon is a private multi-specialty medical center in Barcelona, Spain, and part of Quirónsalud, Spain’s largest private hospital group. The center specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, and heart surgery, with expertise also covering cardiology, fertility, ophthalmology, and advanced diagnostics. JCI accredited and recognized as one of Barcelona’s leading private hospitals, Centro Médico Teknon treats complex cases and welcomes international patients, including public figures, athletes, and celebrities. The center serves adults only and welcomes around 10,000 patients each year, with patients most often coming from Russian-speaking countries, Europe and the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, and Australia.
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Quirónsalud Madrid is the top clinic in Spain and Europe, the largest among Quirónsalud centers by the annual number of patients served.
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Hospital Ruber Internacional is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Madrid, Spain. Ranked among Spain's top 6 hospitals by Forbes. Specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Dr. Agustin Granado Tiagonce brings _doctor_1894_years_ of experience with over 5,000 plastic surgery procedures, specializing in reconstructive breast surgery after mastectomy. The procedure at Clinica Granado Tiagonce follows consultation and typically includes preoperative tests, hospital fees, post-surgery bra, physiotherapy, and one-year follow-up care. As a professor at Autonomous University of Madrid and member of ASAPS/ISAPS, Dr. Tiagonce operates at Vithas University Hospital – a facility with ICU and 24-hour emergency services.
Clinica Granado Tiagonce is a Madrid plastic surgery center. The lead surgeon performs all operations for international patients. With 5,000+ procedures over 25+ years, it specializes in breast surgery, facelifts, and body contouring.
HM Hospitales is a network of 7 medical centers in Madrid and 40 facilities across Spain. Its strengths are oncology, neurosciences, cardiovascular diseases, fertility, pediatrics, and memory disorders. The group is EFQM-certified and was named one of the World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek.
HM Hospitales is a network of 7 medical centers in Madrid and 40 facilities across Spain. Its strengths are oncology, neurosciences, cardiovascular diseases, fertility, pediatrics, and memory disorders. The group is EFQM-certified and was named one of the World's Best Hospitals 2021 by Newsweek.
Dr. Joan Albanell Mestres leads the breast cancer program at HM Delfos, with 120 published articles and over 9,000 citations in oncology research. He trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering and directs cancer research at Del Mar. Mastectomy typically costs around $6,800–$8,700. The clinic is part of HM Hospitals, Spain's largest medical network, and operates advanced oncology diagnostics with CT and MRI units.
Hospital HM Nou Delfos is part of HM Hospitals, the largest private hospital network in Spain. This comprehensive medical-surgical center in Barcelona specializes in surgery, oncology, orthopedics, and cardiology. It holds EFQM excellence recognition and TÜV NORD ISO 9001 certification.
Policlinica Ntra. Sra. del Rosario is a Spanish clinic in Ibiza with strong specialties in ophthalmology, spinal surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. It draws patients from the US, Canada, and the UK for medical care.
Policlinica Ntra. Sra. del Rosario is a Spanish clinic in Ibiza with strong specialties in ophthalmology, spinal surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. It draws patients from the US, Canada, and the UK for medical care.
IMED - Elche is an ISO-certified hospital in Alicante, Spain. It specializes in pediatric neurosurgery, neurology, and therapy. Patients from the US, Canada, and the UK choose it for reliable care.
IMED - Elche is an ISO-certified hospital in Alicante, Spain. It specializes in pediatric neurosurgery, neurology, and therapy. Patients from the US, Canada, and the UK choose it for reliable care.
Hospital San Roque Maspalomas is an ISO-certified hospital in Las Palmas with prices 3–4 times lower than US clinics. Its strongest specialties are ophthalmology, spinal surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. The hospital treats patients from the US, UK, Canada, and many other countries.
Hospital San Roque Maspalomas is an ISO-certified hospital in Las Palmas with prices 3–4 times lower than US clinics. Its strongest specialties are ophthalmology, spinal surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology. The hospital treats patients from the US, UK, Canada, and many other countries.
IMED - Levante is an ISO-accredited medical center in Alicante, Spain. Its core strengths are pediatric neurosurgery, neurology, and therapy. Prices run 3 to 4 times lower than in US clinics.
IMED - Levante is an ISO-accredited medical center in Alicante, Spain. Its core strengths are pediatric neurosurgery, neurology, and therapy. Prices run 3 to 4 times lower than in US clinics.
Hospital Ruber Internacional is a JCI-accredited private hospital in Madrid, Spain. Ranked among Spain's top 6 hospitals by Forbes. Specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and cardiology.
Dr. Javier Cortés Castán, MD, PhD, is a medical oncologist. He is the Director and Founder of the International Breast Cancer Center (IBCC) at Centro Médico Teknon (Quironsalud) in Barcelona. He has 25+ years of practice. He specializes in HER2‑positive and triple‑negative breast cancer. Expertscape ranks him #1 worldwide in HER2+.
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Centro Médico Teknon is a private multi-specialty medical center in Barcelona, Spain, and part of Quirónsalud, Spain’s largest private hospital group. The center specializes in neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, and heart surgery, with expertise also covering cardiology, fertility, ophthalmology, and advanced diagnostics. JCI accredited and recognized as one of Barcelona’s leading private hospitals, Centro Médico Teknon treats complex cases and welcomes international patients, including public figures, athletes, and celebrities. The center serves adults only and welcomes around 10,000 patients each year, with patients most often coming from Russian-speaking countries, Europe and the Commonwealth, the USA, Canada, and Australia.
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Clinica Granado Tiagonce is a Madrid plastic surgery center. The lead surgeon performs all operations for international patients. With 5,000+ procedures over 25+ years, it specializes in breast surgery, facelifts, and body contouring.
Dr. Joan Albanell Mestres is a leading oncologist at Hospital HM Nou Delfos in Barcelona. He heads the breast cancer program at HM Delfos. Dr. Albanell Mestres also directs oncology services at Mar Health Park. He conducted oncology research on telomerase in New York. His work is cited more than 9,000 times in medical literature.
Hospital HM Nou Delfos is part of HM Hospitals, the largest private hospital network in Spain. This comprehensive medical-surgical center in Barcelona specializes in surgery, oncology, orthopedics, and cardiology. It holds EFQM excellence recognition and TÜV NORD ISO 9001 certification.
Dr. José Luis Martín Del Yerro Coca is a lead plastic surgeon at Quironsalud Madrid. He won first prize at the VI SECPRE meeting for his clinical work. Dr. Yerro Coca specializes in breast reconstruction, augmentation mammoplasty, and aesthetic facial surgery. He has published over 80 scientific papers in national and international medical journals.
Quirónsalud Madrid is the top clinic in Spain and Europe, the largest among Quirónsalud centers by the annual number of patients served.
\n\nSpecialization ― oncology, neurosurgery, heart surgery, plastic surgery, and IVF.
\n\nQuiron Madrid research team carries out studies in the treatment of cancer and neurodegenerative disorders (Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, Huntington's diseases). There is an opportunity to be treated for free as a participant in clinical trials in case of meeting requirements.
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Хочется отметить высокий профессионализм доктора Мора и медицинского персонала. Рекомендуем эту детскую клинику для обследования и лечения. Также хочется отдельно поблагодарить медицинского координатора Ангелину Иваненко, которая и помогла нам принять верное решение в выборе клиники.Ангелина и на сегодняшний день помогает оперативно решать все вопросы, всегда на связи. Именно она предложила нам провести скайп консультацию с врачом. Огромное преимущество данной консультации - экономия времени, когда необходимо получить мнение компетентного врача и двигаться дальше в обследовании.Bookimed мы выбрали случайно, и не жалеем об этом.Всем рекомендуем."},"order":{"illness":{"id":9,"name":{"en":"Liver cancer"}},"diagnostic":{"id":523,"name":{"en":"Online Consultation with Oncologist"}}},"doctor_info":{"id":776,"name":"Jaume Català Mora","alias":"jaume-català-mora"},"clinic_info":{"id":272,"name":"SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital","alias":"sant-joan-de-déu-–-barcelona-children’s-hospital","flags":[{"name":"is_hide","value":false},{"name":"has_active_agencies","value":true}]},"created_at":"2019-12-30T12:01:21.000+00:00","flags":[{"name":"is_approved","value":true},{"name":"is_anonymously","value":false},{"name":"is_notification_sent","value":true},{"name":"would_recommend","value":true},{"name":"has_client_feedback","value":true},{"name":"deactivated_clinic","value":false}],"summary":{"positive":{"en":"Мы очень довольны клиникой Sant Joan de Deu, в которой наблюдается наш ребёнок. 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\n\nBookimed Expert Insight: Choosing high-volume centers like Centro Médico Teknon or HM Madrid ensures access to JCI-accredited care. These facilities treat thousands of patients annually and offer advanced oncology departments. While premium clinics in Barcelona may charge more, they provide world-class technology and elite medical expertise. This balance of cost and quality makes Spain a top destination for complex surgical procedures.
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\nMastectomy is a radical treatment for breast cancer.
Unlike lumpectomy (tumor removal), mastectomy involves resection of the entire breast.
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Also, during a mastectomy, regional (axillary) lymph nodes are removed.
Lymphedema is swelling of the extremities caused by stagnation of lymph after removal of the lymph node.
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Aftercare for mastectomy in Spain focuses on wound monitoring, pain management, and preventing complications like lymphedema. Multi-disciplinary oncology teams at JCI-accredited centers in Madrid and Barcelona provide personalized recovery protocols, including medication management and long-term follow-up schedules to ensure successful healing and monitor for recurrence.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Spanish oncology centers like Hospital Ruber Internacional or Centro Médico Teknon often prioritize rapid mobilization after breast surgery. While hospital stays are typically short, these facilities leverage high-tech diagnostics like 3-Tesla MRI for precise post-operative surveillance. Patients should proactively request specific lymphedema prevention exercises during discharge, as these are often available but may not be automatically included in standard recovery packets.
Patient Consensus: Most patients find pain management simpler than expected with basic medications but emphasize the need to advocate for physical therapy. Many recommend asking for clear movement restrictions and early arm exercises to avoid long-term stiffness.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many European hubs focus strictly on oncology, Spanish centers like Centro Médico Teknon and Hospital Ruber Internacional excel in merging cancer surgery with plastic surgery. Our data shows a high preference for immediate reconstruction since these clinics maintain on-site multidisciplinary teams. This integration often reduces the need for secondary surgeries, making the initial higher precision worthwhile for long-term recovery.
Patient Consensus: Patients value the flexibility of Spanish private clinics, especially regarding informed consent and the ability to choose sensation-preserving methods. Many advise confirming specific nerve-sparing techniques during consultations if retaining nipple sensation is a primary recovery goal.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain ranks 4th globally in patient demand due to high surgeon volume and specialized technology. While clinics like Centro Médico Teknon serve 10,000 patients annually, the experience is highly localized. Choosing a clinic part of a larger network, like Hospital HM Nou Delfos, often ensures better continuity for complex follow-up care.
Patient Consensus: Patients value the significant cost savings but emphasize the need to confirm English-speaking staff availability before arrival. They recommend pre-arranging post-operative logistics, especially regarding pathology reports and drainage management.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain ranks 4th globally in reconstructive requests because its multi-disciplinary oncology centers, such as those in the HM Hospitales group, perform over 26,000 annual operations. This massive surgical volume allows hospitals to offer clinical trials for advanced cancer treatments that may not be available elsewhere, often providing patients access to the latest reconstructive innovations at no additional cost.
Patient Consensus: Patients report that while treatment order varies based on chemotherapy needs, immediate reconstruction significantly eases the emotional recovery process. Many find post-operative pain manageable with standard medication and appreciate the high level of nurse-led inpatient care.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While major pain often subsides within 72 hours, stiffness is the most common long-term challenge. Hospitals like Hospital HM Nou Delfos collaborate with specialized neurorehabilitation experts, highlighting that successful recovery depends on early physical therapy. Prioritize clinics that offer integrated post-operative rehabilitation to regain full shoulder mobility faster.
Patient Consensus: Many find the physical pressure of compression garments and drains more bothersome than sharp surgical pain. Walking early and using wedge pillows for upright sleep significantly improves comfort during the first week.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain ranks 4th globally for medical requests, partly due to remarkably short wait times. While public systems may take years, private clinics like Hospital Ruber Internacional or Centro Médico Teknon often move from consultation to surgery in months. This efficiency is a major quality signal for international patients.
Patient Consensus: Patients recommend planning for 4 weeks off work and specifically asking about post-operative drain removal timelines. Many emphasize confirming whether recovery binders are included in the initial price to avoid unexpected local purchases.
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Bookimed Expert Insight: While many oncology centers in Madrid and Barcelona perform standard mastectomies, patients seeking precise flat results should look for surgeons specialized in breast oncology or top surgery. Facilities like Centro Médico Teknon or Ruber Internacional often use advanced 3rd-party imaging or plastic surgery expertise to map the chest wall before the first incision, which is crucial for preventing the side bulges often seen in non-aesthetic closures.
Patient Consensus: Many patients report high emotional peace and improved body image after choosing this path. Success often depends on using the specific term aesthetic flat closure during consultations to ensure actual contouring rather than a simple skin pull-together.
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