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Best Rectal cancer doctors in Barcelona: TOP 5 doctors

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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Ballesta Lopez pioneered minimally invasive techniques for rectal cancer at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • 46 years of experience of clinical experience in digestive surgery
    • Director of the Laparoscopic Center with Da Vinci robotic assistance
    • IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for surgical precision
    • International trainer in advanced laparoscopic techniques
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Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$9,427.51 - $11,784.39
Rectal resection
$12,962.83 - $34,174.72
Da Vinci Robotic System
$22,390.33 - $25,925.65
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Elvira Buxó

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$9,427.51 - $11,784.39
Rectal resection
$12,962.83 - $34,174.72
Da Vinci Robotic System
$22,390.33 - $25,925.65
Info

Domenico Sabia

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Specializes in advanced peritoneal and pelvic cancer surgery at Centro Médico Teknon – a leader in complex oncological procedures.

    • Over 24 years of experience focused on peritoneal and pelvic oncology
    • Active researcher and speaker at international cancer surgery congresses
    • Member of multiple prestigious surgical oncology associations
    • Performs both traditional and robotic-assisted procedures
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Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$9,427.51 - $11,784.39
Rectal resection
$12,962.83 - $34,174.72
Da Vinci Robotic System
$22,390.33 - $25,925.65
Info

Lana Bijelic

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • A specialist in peritoneal carcinomatosis – a complex pattern of advanced abdominal cancer. Dr. Bijelic trained directly under a world-renowned expert in this field.

    • American Board of Surgery certified oncological surgeon.
    • Expert member of the American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies.
    • Performs cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC).
    • Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital in the USA.
    • Holds multiple academic awards for surgical excellence and research.
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Immunotherapy with Keytruda (Pembolizumab)
$9,427.51 - $11,784.39
Rectal resection
$12,962.83 - $34,174.72
Da Vinci Robotic System
$22,390.33 - $25,925.65
Info

Antonio de Lacy Fortuny

  • 4.4 Good • 6 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona

  • 15,000+ surgical procedures in – Dr. de Lacy specializes in minimally invasive techniques for rectal cancer at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

    • Performs over 1,000 minimally invasive surgeries annually
    • Pioneer of TaTME technique for rectal cancer
    • President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe
    • Lecturer on advanced laparoscopy techniques
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Bookimed Insights: Top Rectal cancer Specialists in Spain (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 8 requests for Rectal cancer treatment in Spain, collaborating with 5 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 rectal surgeryPioneer in laparoscopic techniques with robotic assistance – reduces recovery time and postoperative pain. IFSO-accredited Center director and international surgical trainer.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350
#2
Domenico Sabia
24 years of experienceAdvanced peritoneal malignanciesFocuses exclusively on peritoneal surface malignancies – rare expertise among surgeons. Member of PSOGI and ESSO, with active research in oncological surgery.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
Price on request
#3
Lana Bijelic
28 years of experiencePeritoneal carcinomatosis from rectal cancerExpert in cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal surface malignancies. Trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker, a pioneer in the field. American Board of Surgery certified and holds multiple surgical excellence awards.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
Price on request
#4
Antonio de Lacy Fortuny
Minimally invasive rectal surgeryPioneer of TaTME technique – trains other surgeons worldwide. Performs 1,000+ minimally invasive procedures annually. President of surgical endoscopy association.
Hospital Quiron Barcelona
Spain
Price on request