Best oncologists in Spain: TOP 44 doctors

900+ brain tumor procedures performed – Dr. Oliver specializes in minimally invasive neurosurgery at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 50 years of experience of experience in advanced brain surgery
• Pioneer in fluorescence-guided surgery for brain tumors
• Director of the Brain Tumor Center at Teknon
• President of the European Skull Base Society

Prof. Galceran leads Spain's Genitourinary Cancer Unit at Vall d'Hebron, specializing in prostate cancer with 900+ procedures and national clinical trials.

• 39 years of experience specializing in genitourinary cancers and sarcomas
• Expert in immunotherapy and molecular diagnostics for prostate cancer
• Co-founder of Spanish Group for Genitourinary Tumors (SOGUG)
• Published 120+ peer-reviewed articles on cancer therapies

1,100+ oncological treatments performed – Dr. Capdevila leads the Gastrointestinal and Endocrine Tumor Unit at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specializes in pancreatic, liver, and rare digestive cancers
• Fellowship-trained in endocrine oncology at Uppsala University Hospital
• Co-founder of Spain's Task Force Group for Orphan Tumors
• Active member of ESMO, ASCO, and other leading oncology societies

Over 12,000 laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive oncology techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 46 years of experience of clinical experience in digestive and pancreatic surgery
• Founder and Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center
• Specializes in Da Vinci robotic-assisted procedures for precision
• IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for surgical quality
• International trainer in advanced laparoscopic techniques

Dr. Agusti Barnadas Molins is a leading breast cancer specialist with 41 years of experience of experience, specializing in targeted therapies at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Founding member and Vice President of the Spanish Breast Cancer Research Group (GEICAM)
• Specializes in chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and gland therapy for breast cancer
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and SEOM – top oncology societies
• European Certified in Medical Oncology since 1989

Professor Miralbell pioneers high-precision prostate cancer radiotherapy, performing over 120 courses annually at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 43 years of experience specializing in advanced radiation techniques like TrueBeam and Calypso
• Collaborates with CERN on cutting-edge radiation technology applications
• Trained at Harvard Cyclotron Laboratory and Royal Marsden Hospital
• Recipient of the prestigious Varian Award for Radiation Oncology
• Published 100+ research papers on radiotherapy advancements

Expert in minimally invasive surgery for digestive tract conditions – Dr. Diez-Caballero Alonso specializes in laparoscopic techniques at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specialist in general surgery with focus on digestive tract
• Associate Clinical Lecturer at University of Navarre School of Medicine
• Member of Spanish Association of Surgeons and European endoscopic societies

Dr. Ares leads the Radiation Oncology Department at Quironsalud Proton Therapy Centre – a world leader in proton therapy.

• 32 years of experience specializing in proton therapy for precise tumor targeting
• Trained at Massachusetts General Hospital's proton therapy center
• Published 34+ research papers in peer-reviewed journals
• Head of department at Spain's premier proton therapy facility

Dr. Mazal pioneered proton therapy techniques globally, serving as Technical Director at Institut Curie's Proton Therapy Center for over 42 years of experience.

• 140+ scientific publications in radiation oncology
• Chairman of PTCOG – the leading particle therapy research group
• Developed protocols used in proton centers worldwide
• Advises treatment centers across 10+ countries
• Secured €50M+ in research funding for advanced therapies

500+ robotic prostatectomies performed – Dr. Alcaraz specializes in minimally invasive urologic oncology using the Da Vinci system at Teknon Medical Center.

• 38 years of experience as a uro-oncologist and transplantologist
• Heads the Department of Urology and Kidney Transplantation
• Expert in both traditional and robotic surgical methods
• Member of European Urological Society and American Urological Confederation

Award-winning pediatric oncologist specializing in bone and soft tissue sarcomas at SJD Barcelona Children's Hospital – one of Europe's top children's hospitals.

• Heads the Hematology Oncology Department and Developmental Tumors Laboratory
• Developed a radiation-free treatment for spinal cord gliomas
• Trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in pediatric oncology
• Published 70+ papers on malignant tumors in children
• Recipient of multiple international awards for pediatric cancer research

Dr. Enrique Grande, MD, PhD, MSc, is a medical oncologist with more than 20 years of experience. He is an international expert in genitourinary and neuroendocrine tumors. He directs the Medical Oncology Department and the One Oncology Madrid Cancer Program at QuirónSalud, Spain’s largest private healthcare network. He leads an integrated, multidisciplinary model with access to targeted therapies and clinical trials.

He is a pioneer in precision oncology. He uses molecular profiling and biomarker-based care. He has authored more than 300 peer-reviewed papers. He serves as a principal investigator and sits on steering committees for many international trials. These studies help set standards of care in urothelial bladder and neuroendocrine tumors. He contributes to guidelines and programs at ESMO, ASCO, ENETS, and EAU.

Prof. Fermín Mearin Manrique leads the Digestive System Service at Centro Médico Teknon, specializing in functional digestive disorders with 47 years of experience of experience.

• Founder of Teknon Institute for the Study and Treatment of Constipation & Incontinence
• Fellowship-trained at Mayo Clinic's Gastroenterology Unit
• Author of 400+ scientific works on digestive health
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and World Gastroenterology Organisation

2,000+ Mohs surgeries performed – Dr. Garcés Gatnau is a pioneer in skin cancer treatment at Centro Médico Teknon.

• 40 years of experience specializing in medical-surgical dermatology
• Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau
• Director of Mohs surgery training program at Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Uses photodynamic therapy for precise tumor removal
• Member of International Society for Dermatologic Surgery

900+ brain tumor treatments performed – Dr. Balana Quintero leads Spain's Neuro oncology Research Group and authors European treatment protocols.

• 25 years of experience specializing exclusively in neuro-oncology
• President of the Spanish Neuro oncology Research Group (GEINO)
• Author of modern European brain tumor treatment protocols
• Published in Lancet Oncology and Nature Reviews
• Works at Centro Médico Teknon's Neuro-Oncology Unit

Head of the peritoneal cancer unit at Centro Médico Teknon – Dr. Sabia specializes in CRS+HIPEC, performing 1,100+ advanced abdominal cancer treatments.

• Over 24 years of experience focused on peritoneal and pelvic oncology
• Expert in robotic and laparoscopic surgical techniques
• Active researcher in clinical trials for new surgical methods
• Member of PSOGI and ESSO – top international oncology groups

Over 1,100 thyroid cancer procedures performed – Dr. Raventos heads the Minimally Invasive Surgery Department at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Fellowship-trained in surgery at the renowned Mayo Clinic
• Specializes exclusively in oncologic thyroid surgery and complex cases
• Fluent in advanced laparoscopic and minimally invasive techniques
• Founding member of the faculty at Centro Médico Teknon
• Published extensively on surgical techniques and outcomes

Dr. Lana Bijelic specializes in peritoneal carcinomatosis – a rare and complex condition – trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker, a pioneer in the field.

• Board-certified by the American Board of Surgery
• Member of the American Society of Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
• Former Research Director at Inova Fairfax Hospital
• Multiple awards for surgical excellence and research

Forbes named Dr. Tabernero one of Spain's top 5 oncologists – a leader in personalized cancer therapies at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Former President of the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Specializes in molecular targeted therapies and new drug development
• Conducts clinical trials for advanced colon cancer treatments
• 33 years of experience experience in gastrointestinal oncology
• Advisor to the Spanish Ministry of Health