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Best bariatric surgeons in Barcelona: TOP 3 doctors

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Before and after gastric bypass at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss results
Before and after gastric balloon results at Centro Médico Teknon – significant weight loss
Before and after gastric sleeve surgery results at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss
Before and after gastric balloon results at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss visible
Before and after gastric balloon at Centro Médico Teknon, visible weight loss result
Before and after gastric sleeve surgery at Centro Médico Teknon – significant weight loss result
Before and after gastric bypass at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss result
Before and after gastric sleeve surgery results at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss
Before and after gastric bypass at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss result
Before and after gastric bypass at Centro Médico Teknon, significant weight loss results
Before and after gastric sleeve surgery at Centro Médico Teknon, visible weight loss result
Before and after gastric balloon results at Centro Médico Teknon, visible weight loss transformation
Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Carlos Ballesta Lopez

46 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
European Foundation for Quality Management
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019
+4
Location: Spain, Barcelona
Clinic:
4.7
Centro Médico Teknon

12,000+ laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive weight loss surgery at Centro Médico Teknon.

  • 46 years of experience of experience in digestive and bariatric surgery
  • Director of an IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for metabolic surgery
  • Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve procedures using Da Vinci robotic assistance
  • Founder of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona
  • Trains surgeons worldwide in advanced laparoscopic techniques
Package price from$4,714.69
Centro Médico Teknon
Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso

Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso

5 Excellent•1 review
34 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
European Foundation for Quality Management
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019
+4
Location: Spain, Barcelona
Clinic:
4.7
Centro Médico Teknon

Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for weight loss, performing minimally invasive procedures at Centro Médico Teknon.

  • Expert in digestive tract surgery with years of experience
  • Member of the Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery
  • Lectured on laparoscopic techniques at the University of Navarre
  • Associated with the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
Package price from$4,714.69
Centro Médico Teknon
Juan Ybarra Munoz

Juan Ybarra Munoz

5 Excellent•2 reviews
76 years of experience
Clinic is certified
Joint Commission International
European Foundation for Quality Management
THE IMTJ MEDICAL TRAVEL AWARD WINNER IN 2019
+4
Location: Spain, Barcelona
Clinic:
4.7
Centro Médico Teknon

Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz combines expertise in oncology and gastroenterology for holistic obesity treatment at Centro Médico Teknon.

  • Dual specialization in oncology and gastroenterology
  • Practices at Centro Médico Teknon, a leading medical center
  • Focuses on personalized treatment plans for obesity
Package price from$4,714.69

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Bookimed Insights: Top Weight Loss Surgery Specialists in Spain (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 23310 requests for Weight Loss Surgery in Spain, collaborating with 3 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Carlos Ballesta Lopez
46 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric proceduresPioneer in laparoscopic weight loss surgery with 12,000+ procedures. Director of an IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence using Da Vinci robotic assistance.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350
#2
Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso
34 years of experienceMinimally invasive weight loss surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic obesity surgery – a leader in the field. Member of SECO and European Association for Endoscopic Surgery.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350
#3
Juan Ybarra Munoz
76 years of experienceObesity with related conditionsDual expertise in oncology and gastroenterology allows for holistic obesity treatment. Practices at Centro Médico Teknon, known for advanced medical care.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350

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