Joan Ramon Garces Gatnau
- Specialization: Dermatologist
- 40 years of experience
- Speaks:English, Spanish
- Online consultations: available
- Workplace: Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
- Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau
Dr. Joan Ramon Garces Gatnau is a dermatologic surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is a pioneer in oncodermatology and skin cancer treatment. Dr. Garces Gatnau serves as the Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau. He also directs the Mohs Unit at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
- Performed over 1,400–2,000 Mohs Micrographic Surgery procedures.
- Achieves skin cancer cure rates higher than traditional excision methods.
- Member of the International Society for Dermatologic Surgery.
- Treats melanoma, basalioma, and complex skin conditions.
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Doctor's services
- Melanoma surgery
- Mole Removal
- Nasal hump removal
- Laser mole removal
- Birthmark removal
- Mohs microsurgery
- MRI of one area
- Biopsy
- CT (computer tomography)
- Consultation with an oncologist
- Dermatoscopy
- Genetic screening
- Kidney biopsy
- CT of the paranasal sinuses
- Breast biopsy
- Liver biopsy
- Lung biopsy
- Pancreas biopsy
- Thyroid biopsy
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Qualifications
Dr. Joan Ramon Garces Gatnau is a specialist in Medical-Surgical Dermatology. He serves as the Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau. Dr. Garcés is a pioneer in oncodermatology and directs the Mohs Unit at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. He is also fluent in Spanish, Catalan, and English.
Specialization and Surgical Expertise
Dr. Garcés treats, diagnoses, and prevents skin cancer. He performs Mohs Micrographic Surgery, which involves removing skin cancer layer by layer and examining it immediately under a microscope. This technique offers higher cure rates than traditional excision. The doctor has performed over 1,400–2,000 Mohs procedures during his career.
His clinical practice also includes several treatment methods:
- Photodynamic Therapy – a treatment that uses light-sensitive medicine and a light source to destroy cancer cells
- Skin cancer screening
- Aesthetic reconstructions after tumor removal
- Treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Laser and surgical removal of moles and birthmarks
Academic Leadership and Roles
The specialist holds several leadership positions in Barcelona. He has been part of the Centro Médico Teknon faculty since its foundation. Dr. Garcés also founded the Institut de Dermatologia Garcés and Derma Associats. Additionally, he directs the Mohs surgery training program at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB).
Research and Publications
The doctor contributes to dermatological science through research and authorship. He wrote the guide Cuando calienta el sol regarding healthy tanning routines. His published scientific work includes specialized surgical papers on eyebrow and lip reconstruction. Dr. Garcés maintains high patient ratings, including an average 4.9/5 on TopDoctors and 9.9/10 on AiroMedical.
Education and Training
- 1958 – University of Barcelona – Doctor in Medicine and Surgery
- Specialty in Medical-Surgical Dermatology and Venereology
Professional Memberships
Dr. Garcés is a member of several international and national medical organizations:
- International Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS)
- European Society for Mohs Micrographic Surgery (ESMS)
- Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (AEDV)
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