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Best pediatric cardiac surgeons in Spain: TOP 5 doctors

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Raul Felipe Abella

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Over 5,000 cardiac surgeries with a 98.2% survival rate – Dr. Abella leads at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Specializes in congenital heart defects in children and adults
    • Heads Cor Barcelona International Center
    • Author of 200+ articles on cardiovascular surgery
    • Conducted 56 humanitarian missions globally
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Plastic surgery for cardiac valve
$25,393.29 - $36,935.69
Coronary angioplasty
$46,169.62 - $51,940.82
Open heart surgery
$51,940.82 - $57,712.02
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Josep Brugada

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

  • Discovered Brugada Syndrome – Prof. Brugada is a pioneer in pediatric cardiac arrhythmia treatment with over 2,000 ablations in children.

    • Head of Pediatric Arrhythmia Section at Sant Joan De Déu
    • Published 350+ papers on arrhythmia treatments
    • Former president of the European Heart Rhythm Association
    • Recipient of the Distinguished Scientist Golden Lionel Award
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Plastic surgery for cardiac valve
$25,393.29 - $36,935.69
Coronary angioplasty
$46,169.62 - $51,940.82
Open heart surgery
$51,940.82 - $57,712.02
Info

Fernando Villagrá

  • New
  • 44 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe

  • Over 44 years of experience leading pediatric cardiac surgery units – Dr. Villagrá specializes in congenital heart defects at Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe.

    • Head of Congenital Heart Disease Unit since 1982
    • Trained at top US institutions like Mayo Clinic and Boston Children's
    • Published 100+ papers in international cardiovascular journals
    • Performs complex procedures including transposition of great arteries
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Esau Martinez Ruiz

  • 4.6 Excellent • 5 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital HM Nou Delfos

  • Dr. Esau Martinez Ruiz specializes in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at HM Hospital Group in Madrid, focusing on comprehensive care for children's heart conditions.

    • Over 15 years of experience of experience in pediatric cardiology
    • Coordinates a team of 30+ clinical cardiologists
    • Works at HMCIEC – a leading cardiovascular center
    • Manages complex cases with multidisciplinary approach
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Jose Manuel Siurana Rodriguez

  • 4.6 Excellent • 5 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital HM Nou Delfos

  • Head of Cardiology at HM Nens Hospital – Dr. Rodriguez specializes in pediatric cardiology with a focus on preventive care and complex congenital conditions.

    • Trained in Pediatric Cardiology at St. Joan de Déu Hospital
    • Member of European and Spanish Pediatric Cardiology societies
    • Research focuses on cardiovascular risk in adolescents
    • Expertise in Kawasaki Disease management
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Bookimed Insights: Top Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Specialists in Spain (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 22219 requests for Pediatric Cardiac Surgery 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
Raul Felipe Abella
35 years of experienceComplex congenital heart defectsWorld-class survival rates matching top cardiac centers. Heads Barcelona's leading congenital heart program. Published 200+ research papers and recognized by Pope Francis.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
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#2
Josep Brugada
37 years of experienceComplex arrhythmias in childrenDiscovered Brugada Syndrome – a leading expert in pediatric arrhythmias. Former president of the European Heart Rhythm Association.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
Price on request
#3
Fernando Villagrá
44 years of experienceComplex congenital heart defectsSpecializes in complex pediatric cardiac repairs with training from Mayo Clinic and Boston Children's. Leads Spain's congenital heart unit with 100+ published research papers.
Hospital Universitario HM Montepríncipe
Spain
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#4
Esau Martinez Ruiz
15 years of experiencePediatric heart conditionsHeads clinical cardiology service at premier cardiovascular center. Coordinates large specialist team for comprehensive child heart care.
Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Spain
Price on request
#5
Jose Manuel Siurana Rodriguez
20 years of experiencePreventive pediatric cardiologyLeads HM Nens Hospital's Cardiology Department with research on adolescent cardiovascular risks. Member of AEPC and SECPCC.
Hospital HM Nou Delfos
Spain
Price on request