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
The doctor is a specialist in Medical-Surgical Dermatology with over 45 years of experience. As the Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau and Director of the Mohs Unit at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, the doctor has pioneered in the field of oncodermatology.
With expertise in Skin Cancer Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment, the doctor has performed over 1,400–2,000 Mohs Micrographic Surgery procedures, achieving cure rates higher than traditional methods. The doctor is also skilled in Photodynamic Therapy, Skin Cancer Screening, and STI management.
The doctor is a member of several prestigious societies and holds an average rating of 4.9/5 on TopDoctors and 9.9/10 on AiroMedical.
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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
Academic & Professional Background
Doctor in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona (Balaguer, 1958)
Specialist in Medical‑Surgical Dermatology with 45+ years of experience
Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau and Director of the Mohs Unit at Autonomous University of Barcelona t
Part of the Teknon Medical Center faculty since its foundation
🧠 Specializations & Achievements
Skin Cancer Prevention, Diagnosis & Treatment – pioneer in oncodermatology
Mohs Micrographic Surgery – over 1,400–2,000 procedures with cure rates higher than traditional excision
Photodynamic Therapy, Skin Cancer Screening, Sun Protection, and STI management
🌍 Academic Roles & Leadership
Chief of Dermatology Service, Hospital de Sant Pau
Director of the Mohs surgery training program at UAB
Founder & Director at Institut de Dermatologia Garcés and Derma Associats
📚 Publications & Teaching
Authored several scientific papers including:
Tailored Repair of Extensive Eyebrow Defect (2021)
Reconstruction for Upper Lip Vermilion Defects (2016) t
Author of the popular book "Cuando calienta el sol" (“When the Sun Shines”), a guide to healthy tanning routines
🌐 Memberships & Recognitions
Member of International Society for Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS), European Society for Mohs Micrographic Surgery (ESMS), and Spanish Academy of Dermatology & Venereology (AEDV)
Recognized top dermatologist, average 4.9/5 rating on TopDoctors and 9.9/10 on AiroMedical u
💬 Languages Spoken
Fluent in Spanish, Catalan, English
📍 Practice Location & Contact
Centro Médico Teknon
Carrer de Vilana, 12, 08022 Barcelona
Consultation Hours:
Monday–Friday 9:00–15:00 & 15:00–20:00
⭐ Why Book with Dr. Garcés?
🥇 World‑class Mohs surgery pioneer with top‑tier cure rates
🎯 Precision‑based personalized treatments and aesthetic reconstructions
👨⚕️ Extensive academic and teaching profile ensures state‑of‑the‑art care
🌐 Excellent international reputation, multi‑lingual, and patient‑focused
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