Gastric Sleeve Surgery with Reduced-Pain Technique — JCI-Accredited Hospital
$17,378
/ Carlos Ballesta Lopez
46
years of experience
Carlos Ballesta Lopez
- Specialization: Gastrointestinal surgeon
- 46 years of experience
- accreditation:
- Speaks:English, Spanish
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
- Director of the Laparoscopic Center
Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery at Centro Médico Teknon. He has performed over 12,000 laparoscopic procedures. Dr. Ballesta specializes in pancreatic cancer and bariatric surgery. He treats complex digestive diseases using robotic assistance and minimally invasive techniques.
- Founder and Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona.
- Maintains IFSO accreditation for excellence in bariatric and metabolic surgery.
- Trains surgeons across Spain and Latin America in advanced laparoscopic methods.
- Expert in gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and colorectal surgery.
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Laparoscopic Gastric Banding — 10-Day Follow-Up Included
$18,536
/ Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass — 10-Day Follow-Up Included
$27,573
/ Endoscopic Intragastric Balloon Placement for Weight Loss
$8,139
/ The package includes a standard range of medical services offered by the clinic and additional benefits like accommodation, transfer, etc.
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Vasil' Lunik • Consultation with a cardiologist
Germany
Feb 14, 2026
Our coordinator was exceptionally helpful, organized, and understood our situation
We received an online consultation, although we were supposed to attend the appointment in person due to health-related reasons, we were unable to travel. Our coordinator was exceptionally helpful, organized, and understood our situation. We are pleased with the clinic's services. Thank you.
Viktoria • Ultrasound
Kazakhstan
Aug 29, 2026
Anna • Online Consultation with Epileptologist
Romania
May 20, 2026
The doctor is an amazing and kind person and has a large perspective in this field
I like the medical staff ,they give me all the support I needed and very quickly answers for all my problems
The doctor is an amazing and kind person and has a large perspective in this field. He told me and gave me a totally different opinion than other doctors in my county .
I appreciate so much all the medical stuff
Oleg Malakhov • Consultation with an endocrinologist
Spain
Nov 16, 2025
Recommend to friends and acquaintances - Yes
Quality of service - 10\10
Availability and quality of interpreter 10\10
Competence of the doctor 10\10
The price is more than I expected initially, but it is exactly the same as when I discussed the appointment with the doctor (i.e. they honestly told me the price and I paid exactly as much as agreed).
Recommend to friends and acquaintances - Yes
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Certifications & accreditations
The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
Qualifications
Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in laparoscopic surgery. He treats patients for pancreatic cancer surgery and bariatric procedures at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He has successfully performed 12,000 laparoscopic operations for complex digestive conditions. These minimally invasive procedures allow for faster recovery.
Specialization and Surgical Focus
The specialist uses minimally invasive techniques for abdominal and digestive disorders. He treats surgical oncology cases, including pancreatic, colon, and gallbladder cancers. Dr. Ballesta Lopez also performs metabolic and bariatric surgeries to treat obesity and type 2 diabetes. This includes gastric bypass and other specialized weight loss procedures.
The doctor uses Da Vinci robotic assistance for high-precision procedures. These minimally invasive methods reduce postoperative pain and shorten patient recovery times. He treats various conditions including esophageal and stomach cancer. He also treats liver and rectal cancer along with gastrointestinal diseases and metabolic disorders.
Achievements and International Recognition
Dr. Ballesta Lopez founded the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona and Granada. In 2011, this center earned IFSO Center of Excellence accreditation. This certification recognizes high standards in bariatric and metabolic surgery. He also participates in humanitarian surgical missions in Yemen and Paraguay.
He is a researcher in surgical education. The specialist organizes laparoscopic training programs for surgeons across Spain and Latin America. He also presents at international medical congresses. He provides international consultations in both Spanish and English.
Work Experience
- Founder and Medical Director – Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center (CLB)
- Medical Board Member – Centro Médico Teknon, Barcelona
- Former Assistant Doctor – General Surgery and Gastroenterology Department
- Former Physician – General Surgery Department
Education and Training
- 1973 – University of Granada – Degree in Medicine and Surgery
- 1977 – Specialist Certification in General Surgery
- 1979 – University of Granada – Doctor of Medicine and Surgery (cum laude)
- 1979 – Specialist Certification in Gastroenterology
Scientific Contributions and Memberships
Dr. Ballesta Lopez has authored numerous scientific publications on abdominal and metabolic surgery. He trains next-generation surgeons in advanced laparoscopic techniques. This training focuses on improving surgical precision and patient outcomes. He belongs to the following organizations:
- International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
- International medical societies for digestive and general surgery
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