Premium Gastric band Accommodation Included
$16,355
/ Carlos Ballesta Lopez
45
years of experience
4.7
Rating
Carlos Ballesta Lopez
- Specialization: Gastrointestinal surgeon
- 45 years of experience
- accreditation:
- Speaks:English, Spanish
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Spain, Barcelona, 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.
Surgeon's portfolio
Explore package deals with Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez
Select Procedure
per package
Premium Gastric bypass surgery
$25,486
/ Premium Sleeve gastrectomy
$25,486
/ The doctor has performed 12,000+ surgeries. Gastric balloon
$16,367
/ The package includes a standard range of medical services offered by the clinic and additional benefits like accommodation, transfer, etc.
Online consultation with Carlos Ballesta Lopez
Convenient and easy
100% secure and confidential
$350
Patient reviews
Excellent score
428 patient verified reviews
1 star
0%
2 stars
5%
3 stars
10%
4 stars
10%
5 stars
75%
Rating breakdown
Doctor
4.9/5
staff
4.9/5
Facilities
4.8/5
Language assistance
4.8/5
Support
4.9/5
Your trust is our top concern
We value your trust above all, so clinics can't pay to alter or remove reviews.
Learn more about reviews.Anonymous • Vertebral Artery Angioplasty and Stenting
Denmark
Aug 21, 2025
First consultation; paid all that money and nobody had looked into my case. I’’ve spend hours and days creating my profile with Mariana and some other woman. Images and all.
During the consultation all we talked about was “I don’t have anything” “I canoot tell you; I don’t have any images” and so on.
It was the most expensive talk ever; not because of the amount of money. But because of what I paid for (to be told; I don’t have the images) when in fact you guys did and I worked hard to make the deadline fo make it all possible and be ready for the consultation.
When i finally reached Dr. Oliver; he smiled and talked with empathy.
You would have gotten away with earning a quite big amount of money, with just telling me that nobody had looked into my vase; because of the lack of images. Nobody suggested on their own; to just have an other consultation free of charge.
I feel so sad for the lack of professionalism; I would have wished that you guys just told me, sorry I will call you back whenever I have looked into the case; as the plan and deal always had been. I was told the consulationwpuld be an hour long and with an interpreter; I got none of that deal.
About Bookimed service
I don’t know why you guys call me by night; in the weekends. I’ve specifically told you not to; 3 times now. Every single time “you perfectly understand” but then I all happens again and again. Then you don’t listen and understand; it you keep repeating the same things.
The planning is also very difficult; you cannot ask somebody to travel from another country with any info on when and where.
How do book flight tickets and hotel room without any info? And also; when you spend a lot of money. Please help the patient; and make it possible to get good prices on flight tickets and hotel (by that - whenever you book late, we all know the pricing gets sky high)
I need info; how many days and dates; not the detailed plan.
Why is that not possible. I need to ask many times and spend to much time going nowhere in planning this.
I’m tired before it all has started
Vladyslav Semenyshyn • Consultation with a neurologist
Czech Republic
Feb 15, 2025
Special thanks to our interpreter, whose professional assistance ensured comfortable and productive communication with the doctor
As part of our first contact with your clinic, we encountered minor difficulties in navigation. However, thanks to the prompt support of the supervisors and the international department, all organisational issues were successfully resolved. Special thanks to our interpreter, whose professional assistance ensured comfortable and productive communication with the doctor, allowing us to receive comprehensive answers to all our questions and necessary recommendations.
About Bookimed service
Quick and high-quality counselling on the choice of clinics, cost and terms of treatment was provided. Mentors provided constant communication and promptly made necessary adjustments. Timely and comprehensive support during a difficult period was invaluable. We express our deep gratitude!
Georgia Hirst • Consultation with a neurosurgeon
Canada
May 16, 2024
I can recommend, BookiMed 100% who helped navigate the process
I had a very positive experience throughout my whole journey to get surgery in BCN. I was led to Dr. Conesa who was professional, attentive, caring, and . I felt completely confident in his skills and ability.
He made himself available to speak to me at anytime before and after surgery, which was so appreciated.
The hospital care was exemplary, it was impressive how quickly I moved through the preoperative visits, blood work, X-rays, anesthesia visit etc. Post op care was great.
I had a very positive experience all the way through. I can recommend, BookiMed 100% who helped navigate the process .
About Bookimed service
They connected with through an online search and they were amazing in how well they handled my case. They had my medical information and based on this they recommended Dr. Conesa. They responded to all my requests quickly. They were the liaison between myself and Dr. Conesa which was very helpful.
Anonymous • Сonsultation with a dermatologist
Spain
Jun 22, 2025
The doctor is experienced, very empathic, I was satisfied with the appointment
I went to see neurologist Anna Maria Pujol twice. The doctor is experienced, very empathic, I was satisfied with the appointment. Special thanks to the coordinator Olga for the translation and follow-up, very prompt support. And thank you to my online coordinator Karina! The stated cost of the service did not differ from the actual cost, queries are handled politely and promptly.
Competence of the doctor, support of coordinators, promptness
Anonymous • Female check-up
Angola
Jul 6, 2025
Initially, no one knew there was an appointment for us! They didn’t know who would attend to us! We had to ask several people using the reference name we had, and until they managed to identify the lady, we started the tests with a 2h delay…
We did everything as planned without problems.
More than 3 weeks have passed since we went to this clinic, and to date no one has sent us the results of the remaining tests. Not even the medical opinion! Considering how much was paid, no one is finishing what we went there to do!
About Bookimed service
Mrs Lina was fantastic with the online service.
Load More
Doctor's services
How are we doing?
1 of 3
Information about this doctor is full and clear
1
2
3
4
5
Strongly disagree
Strongly agree
Certifications & accreditations
The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
Qualifications
🩺 Dr. Carlos Ballesta López
Director of the Laparoscopic Center | International Leader in Pancreatic Cancer, General and Digestive Surgery, and Minimally Invasive Techniques
Dr. Carlos Ballesta is a globally recognized pioneer in laparoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery, with more than 45 years of clinical experience. He is the founder and Medical Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center (CLB) in Barcelona and Granada, and serves on the medical board of the prestigious Centro Médico Teknon.
🔬 Areas of Expertise
Pancreatic cancer surgery
Metabolic and bariatric surgery (including gastric bypass)
Colorectal surgery
Esophageal and gastric surgery
Liver, gallbladder, and pancreas surgery
Minimally invasive surgery with Da Vinci robotic assistance
Dr. Ballesta and his team have performed over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries, helping patients with obesity, type 2 diabetes, and complex digestive diseases. His techniques reduce postoperative pain, shorten recovery time, and increase surgical precision.
🎓 Education and Qualifications
1973 – Degree in Medicine and Surgery, University of Granada
1977 – Specialist in General Surgery
1979 – Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (cum laude, unanimously awarded)
1979 – Specialist in Gastroenterology
🌍 International Recognition
Organizer of laparoscopic surgery training programs for surgeons across Spain and Latin America
2011 – CLB accredited by IFSO (International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders) as a Center of Excellence
Provides international consultations in Spanish and English
Participated in humanitarian surgical missions in Paraguay and Yemen
📚 Academic and Scientific Contributions
Author of numerous scientific publications in abdominal and metabolic surgery
Frequent speaker at international medical congresses and symposia
Actively involved in training next-generation surgeons in advanced laparoscopic techniques
Dr. Carlos Ballesta López is a name synonymous with innovation, surgical excellence, and compassionate patient care. He continues to lead the field of laparoscopic surgery with unmatched experience and global recognition.
You may also be interested
Payment & Rewards
You don’t pay for our services
You make your payment directly at the clinic or to their official bank account.
Secure Booking
Some clinics may require a deposit as a part of their policy.
Flexible installments
Spread out your payments with installment options.
Referral program
Earn rewards for referring friends to Bookimed.