Centro Médico Teknon
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain, Barcelona
Carlos Ballesta Lopez
46 years of experience
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Clinic is certified :
Pancreatic cancer surgery in Spain typically costs from $35,000 to $60,000. The final price depends on the surgical technique, such as the Whipple procedure or distal pancreatectomy, and the clinic location. Patients save around 81% compared to the US, where this procedure costs $250,000 on average. Standard surgical packages in Spain include pre-operative diagnostics, anesthesia, hospital stays, and immediate post-operative care.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain offers elite oncology care with high-value international standards. Choosing centers like Centro Médico Teknon or Clinica Universidad de Navarra provides JCI-accredited safety. These facilities often combine surgery with advanced research and clinical trials. For instance, Hospital Quiron Barcelona uses the Baselga Institute’s collaboration with US centers. This provides American-level expertise at a significantly lower European price point.
Why choose Spain for pancreatic cancer surgery?
Access advanced pancreatic cancer surgery solutions in trusted clinics .
| Turkey | Austria | Spain | |
| Pancreatic cancer surgery | from $9,000 | from $40,000 | from $35,000 |
| Whipple surgery | from $18,000 | from $45,000 | from $25,000 |
| Enucleation of tumor on pancreas | from $10,000 | - | - |
| Distal Pancreatectomy | from $13,000 | - | - |
Day 1 - Arrival
Day 2 - Pre-Operation
Day 3 - Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
Day 4 to 7 - Post-Operation
Week 1 to 3 - Rehabilitation
Week 4 to 6 - Return to Normal Activities
Please note that each patient"s experience with pancreatic cancer surgery may vary based on their individual health condition and the complexity of the surgery. Always follow the advice of your healthcare provider.
Dr. Jaume Capdevila is a leading specialist in pancreatic cancer treatment, recognized for his expertise in digestive cancers. He practices at Centro Médico Teknon.
Dr. Xavier Centeno Fornies brings expertise from the Mayo Clinic and leads pancreatic cancer surgery at Centro Médico Teknon.
Dr. Carlos Ballesta López is a top specialist in pancreatic cancer treatment, general and digestive surgery with 30+ years of experience. He is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery, which reduces pain and recovery time for patients. He has performed over 12,000 operations of abdominal and digestive surgery by laparoscopy, and has organized courses of laparoscopic surgery for Spanish and foreign surgeons. He has a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Granada (1973), Medical specialist in General Surgery (1977) and Gastroenterology (1979), and is currently the Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center.
Dr. Luis Madero is a pediatric oncologist with 37 years of experience in treating blood disorders, bone marrow transplant, ablation therapy, and other diseases. He is a member of several associations and has extensive experience in his field.
When considering Pancreatic cancer surgery , it’s important to understand the different techniques and which is best suited for you. Here’s a concise comparison of popular options:
Whipple surgery, also known as pancreaticoduodenectomy, is a complex procedure that removes parts of the pancreas, small intestine, and bile duct to treat pancreatic cancer.
A surgical procedure involving the removal of the body and tail of the pancreas, often performed to treat pancreatic tumors.