Best oncologists in Spain: TOP 43 doctors

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

• 40+ years 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.

• 30+ years 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

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

• 45+ years 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

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

• 40+ years 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.

• 15+ years 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 30 years.

• 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.

• 30+ years 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

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

Prof. Fermín Mearin Manrique leads the Digestive System Service at Centro Médico Teknon, specializing in functional digestive disorders with 40+ years 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.

• 45+ years 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.

• 20+ years 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 20 years 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
• 20+ years experience in gastrointestinal oncology
• Advisor to the Spanish Ministry of Health

Professor Felip leads thoracic cancer trials at Hospital Quiron Barcelona, specializing in lung cancer with over 900 procedures performed.

• 38+ years of experience in oncology
• Pioneers new pharmacogenomic and immunotherapy approaches
• Member of ESMO, ASCO, and IASLC leadership
• Received ESMO Women for Oncology Award