Treatment in Barcelona (Spain)

Prof. Antonio Russi is recognized as the best epileptologist in Spain. The Doctor specializes in non-surgical therapy of severe and rare epilepsy stages. He helps children and adults to get rid of seizures for good.
Prof. Antonio Russi is an apparent expert in epilepsy diagnosing and choosing the most appropriate drugs in each particular case. Medication therapy helps patients in 70% of cases.

Prof. Russi is included in the ranking of Top 100 Spanish doctors by the Forbes magazine, the world's authoritative edition.

Dr. Javier Herrero Jover is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience specializing in rhinoplasty, breast enlargement, body contour surgery, facial rejuvenation and reconstructive surgery. He is the founder and head of the Herrero Jover Médicos Center in Teknon Hospital and is the president of the Mediterranean Institute of Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery (MICARS). He also holds a degree in general medicine and surgery from the University of Barcelona and a specialty in plastic surgery from the Clinic of the Universidade Federal Fluminense (Brazil).

Dr. Bartolome Oliver has been practicing since 1979 and performs microsurgical operations and utilizes apparatuses of non-invasive radiosurgery. He provides online consultations and is a member of various international medical communities. He is the author of 150 publications and 350 reports at international medical conferences.

The doctor holds a medical degree from the University of Barcelona and completed a specialization in neurosurgery at the University Hospital de Bellvitge. With an extensive focus on brain and spinal cord tumors, vascular neurosurgery, and neurosurgical treatments for epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, and mental disorders, the doctor has significant expertise in surgeries involving highly functional areas and the brain stem. The doctor has contributed to research on the origin of speech, augmented reality in neurosurgery, and deep brain stimulation for anorexia. The doctor has held leadership positions, including director roles at major hospitals in Barcelona.

Provides unique hand surgery and reconstructive microsurgery of the nerves. Among his patients is Dani Pedrosa, a Spanish motorcycle legend.Orthopedist-Traumatologist

Dr. José Emilio Batista Miranda is a leading specialist in urology with over 25 years of experience. He is known for his mastery of adult circumcision, vasectomy, urinary incontinence treatment, and urethral surgeries. Dr. Batista Miranda was the first to introduce laser vaporization of the prostate. He also performs complex surgeries such as HIFU, prostatectomy.

He is an active member of the International Society for Incontinence, the European Association of Urology, and the Spanish Association of Urology. Dr. Batista Miranda is involved in research, clinical trials, and publications. He holds a PhD in pediatric urinary incontinence. His innovative methods and dedication to patients have set new standards in urology.

The doctor is an M.D., Ph.D., Ophthalmologist specializing in macula and vitreorretinal conditions. Known for significant contributions to ophthalmology, the doctor has advanced macular degeneration imaging techniques and treatment protocols. With a focus on pathophysiology, imaging, and emerging therapies for AMD and retinal degenerative diseases, the doctor has completed specialized training in ophthalmology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona and fellowships at Harvard University and the Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey.

The doctor is a Research Member Elect of the International Alliance AMD and a scientific adviser to the European Association for Vision and Eye Research. Memberships include 12 scientific societies such as the Macula Society and The Retina Society.

Experience

- Resident physician in the ophthalmology service of Bellvitge Hospital (2001).

-Commission for training in surgery (cataract surgery) at the San Rafael Hospital

- Study Committee of the Clinical and University Hospital of Santiago de Compostela in the Department of Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery (Drs. Perez-Moreira and Prada, 2001)

Assistance in consultation and surgery at the Teknoftal Institut Oftàlmic and head of the orbital and oculoplastics department (since 1999)

Since 2001, Deputy Ophthalmologist of the Health Service and the University City of Bellvitge. Since 2003, Head of the Orbital and Oculoplastics Department with accreditation by the Center for Surveillance in Orbital Tumors and Orbital Decompression Surgery for Thyroid Disease.

Resident Lecturer (since 2006)

Specializations: lens surgery, refractive surgery, orbital surgery, lacrimal duct surgery and oculoplastics.

Qualification

Graduate of the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the University of Barcelona with outstanding qualifications and an outstanding award

Ophthalmology specialist via MIR

Doctorate at the Autonomous University of Barcelona

Publications

Participation in more than 20 national and international round tables.

Presentation of 25 courses and 46 papers at national and international conferences.

Publication of 2 original articles in national and international specialized journals.

Co-author of 3 books on ophthalmology.

Scientific societies

Member and Fellow of the Spanish Society of Ocular and Orbital Plastic Surgery.

Member and Associate of the Catalan Society of Ophthalmology.

Member of the Ulsa del Mona Foundation, Maputo Hospital, Mozambique 2008

The doctor is a leading oral and maxillofacial surgeon, heading the Maxillofacial Institute at Centro Medico Teknon since 1995. Specializing in orthognathic surgery, implantology, and treatment of facial injuries, the doctor has performed around 150 orthognathic operations annually.

With a career spanning decades, the doctor has treated over 4,000 patients from more than 50 countries. Certified by the European Board of Oro-Maxillo-Facial Surgery, the doctor has pursued extensive training in Switzerland, Italy, Mexico, and the USA.

Academically, the doctor has authored over 120 papers and 4 books, and serves as a Professor of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at UIC Barcelona.

With over 35 years of experience, the doctor is a highly esteemed cardiac surgeon specializing in thoracic and cardiovascular surgery, cardiac transplantation, and minimally invasive procedures. He is recognized as one of the world's leading specialists in the Ross procedure and has significantly contributed to heart valve surgery through research and inventions.

The doctor holds memberships in the Spanish Society of Cardiac Surgery, European Board of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery, and European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery. He serves as a spokesperson for the Catalan Organisation of Transplantation and is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

The doctor began their medical career as an intern in surgery and traumatology at Clínica Sant Jordi in 1983, followed by a position as a physician with the Mutua Catalana de Accidentes in Barcelona. They continued gaining experience as a medical intern at Hospital General de Catalunya and as a resident physician in general surgery at Hospital de Sant Jaume i Santa Magdalena. Specializing in obstetrics and gynecology, they served as a consultant at Clínica Sant Josep and Hospital General in Manresa. Since 1999, the doctor has been part of the Centro Médico Teknon Medical Staff in Barcelona.

Graduating in Medicine and Surgery from Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona in 1983, the doctor further specialized in obstetrics and gynecology at Institut Universitari Dexeus and holds a European Certificate in Endoscopic Surgery in Gynecology from the University of Clermont-Ferrand I.

Education

🎓 Medical education: Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of the Basque Country (Hospital de Cruces, 2003–2009) — one of the leading medical schools in Spain.

🏥 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology: Completed a highly competitive residency at the Institut Universitari Dexeus (Barcelona, 2010–2014), known for its excellence in women's health and reproductive medicine.

Professional experience

🔹 Assisted Reproduction Specialist (Hospital Quirón Barcelona & Centro Médico Teknon) Currently a leading expert in the Assisted Reproduction Unit, collaborating with Dr. Aurel to develop personalized IVF programs. Together, they provide exceptional patient care and achieve success rates that exceed international standards.

🔹 Egg Donation Program Coordinator Dr. Barbed runs one of the most advanced egg donation programs in Spain, providing high-tech medical care to patients from all over the world. (May 2021 - present)

🔹 Coordinator of the Department of Reproductive Medicine and Prenatal Diagnostics (Gine-3 Gynecological Center) Successfully managed a multidisciplinary team specializing in infertility treatment and prenatal care, receiving recognition for her professionalism and expertise in complex reproductive cases. (2017–2021)

🔹 Gynecology and Obstetrics Consultant (Hospital de Barcelona) Provided advanced gynecological and obstetric care, specializing in high-risk pregnancy management and minimally invasive procedures. (2017–2021)

🔹 Specialist in Reproductive Medicine (Institut Universitari Dexeus) Specialized in assisted reproductive technologies and endoscopic surgery, contributing to innovation in fertility preservation. (2014-2017) Awards and Certifications 🏆 Ranked among the Top 10 Gynecologists in Catalonia (according to El Nacional.cat) for her outstanding contribution to reproductive medicine and patient care. 📜 Level III certification in ultrasound diagnostics (issued by the Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics, SEGO) - the highest level of qualification in gynecological ultrasound.

Research, publications and academic activities

📖 Publications: • "Efficiency of oocyte storage in low ovarian response for PGS" – Gynecol. Endocrinol., July 2016. • Numerous scientific articles published since 2007, some of which have received awards for outstanding quality.

🎤 Participation in conferences: Active participant in national and international congresses, where he presents cutting-edge research and collaborates in multidisciplinary research.

🎓 Teaching activity: Teaches in the Master's program "Cytogenetics and Reproductive Biology" at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

Professional associations

✅ Member of the Association for the Study of Reproductive Biology (ASEBIR) since 1993.

✅ Member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE) since 2008.

Why choose Dr. Cayetana Barbed?

💎 More than 10 years of experience in reproductive medicine, numerous awards and active participation in the development of the industry.

💎 Individual approach to each patient, based on modern scientific data and advanced treatment methods.

💎 Combining expertise and caring, Dr. Barbed strives to provide the best possible outcome for each patient on their journey to parenthood.

Dr. Jaume Capdevila is a highly qualified digestive and pancreatic cancer doctor, holding a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Lleida and a specialization in Medical Oncology from Santa Creu i Sant Pau Hospital. He is a member of several professional organizations, including EORTC, ESMO, ENETS, ASCO, GEMCAD, TTD, and GETHI.

The doctor is a distinguished medical oncologist with over 30 years of experience, specializing in the non-surgical treatment of genitourinary cancers, including prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers, as well as sarcomas and tumors of unknown origin. Currently, the doctor leads the Genitourinary, Central Nervous System, Sarcoma, and Unknown Origin Tumors Unit at Vall d'Hebron University Hospital in Barcelona and is affiliated with the Teknon Medical Center.

With a Ph.D. in Medicine and Surgery, the doctor has led numerous national multicenter clinical trials and has authored over 120 peer-reviewed articles. The doctor is recognized as one of Spain's leading experts in genitourinary oncology.

The doctor is a globally recognized pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with over 45 years of clinical experience. As the founder and Medical Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona and Granada, the doctor has performed over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries, specializing in pancreatic cancer, metabolic and bariatric surgery, and minimally invasive techniques. The doctor serves on the medical board of Centro Médico Teknon and is involved in training programs for surgeons across Spain and Latin America.

With a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Granada and a Doctor of Medicine and Surgery degree, the doctor is also a specialist in General Surgery and Gastroenterology. The center is accredited by IFSO as a Center of Excellence. The doctor is known for reducing postoperative pain and increasing surgical precision through advanced techniques.

The doctor is a distinguished cardiologist and electrophysiologist with over 22 years of experience, specializing in the interventional treatment of cardiac arrhythmia and the prevention and treatment of sudden death. The doctor has authored more than 200 research papers and is known for conducting international courses on ablation and arrhythmia treatment techniques.

The doctor has served as the Principal Investigator for multiple grants, including five from the Spanish 'Fondo de Investigación Sanitaria' and one from the 'ATTRACT' - Horizon 2020. Additionally, the doctor has been the national coordinator of the PROFID multicentre trial under Horizon 2020.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious societies, including the Spanish and European Societies of Cardiology and the European Heart Rhythm Association.

The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the Universidad Nacional de Tucumán with a degree in Medicine and Surgery in 1992. Specializing in nephrology, the doctor trained at leading public hospitals in Barcelona and defended a doctoral dissertation in nephrology in 1995.

From 1995 to 2000, the doctor worked as a specialist in the Transplant Department of Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. Later, from 2004 to 2009, served as the Leading Specialist of the Teknon Internal Medicine Department and has been the head of the department since 2009. The doctor is a member of the Spanish Society of Nephrology and other professional organizations.

Dr. Fernandez Oliva graduated with honors from the Faculty of Medicine of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, specializing in Medicine and Surgery.

Completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hospital de la Vall d'Hebrón, Barcelona.

The doctor combines clinical practice with continuous education and scientific work.

Lecturer at the CTO Medical Academy.

Participant of courses and congresses:

- Congress of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE), 2015

- Course in Medical Genetics and Fetal Medicine, Catalan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Barcelona 2015

- Course in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, Hospital Vall d'Hebrón, Barcelona 2016

- Congress of the Sociedad Española de Ginecología y Obstetricia (SEGO), 2017.

Current areas of scientific research:

- Prevention of preeclampsia in early pregnancy

- Immunological interaction between the mother and the fetus

The doctor is an esteemed Professor and Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, recognized for leadership in arthroscopic techniques. The doctor has made significant contributions to clinical research and is reputed for expertise in treating articular fractures of the radius and scaphoid, ligamentous pathologies of the carpus, and performing knee surgeries.

Key operations include knee arthroscopy, anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, knee replacement, knee arthroplasty, and unicompartmental knee replacement. The doctor authored a study on surgical treatment for distal radius fractures in elderly patients, published in 2020.