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Best Esophageal cancer doctors in Spain: TOP 9 doctors

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Jaume Capdevila
Clinical oncologist
24 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Jaume Capdevila

Clinical oncologist
24 years of experience

accreditations:

European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer
European Society of Medical Oncology
European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • Dr. Jaume Capdevila specializes in esophageal cancer treatment, offering chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, and targeted therapy.
  • He trained at Uppsala University Hospital in Sweden, focusing on Endocrine Oncology.
  • He holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Lleida and a specialization in Medical Oncology.
  • Dr. Capdevila is a member of EORTC, ESMO, ENETS, ASCO, GEMCAD, TTD, and GETHI.
  • He speaks multiple languages, which facilitates communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.
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Fermín Mearin Manrique
Gastroenterologist
45 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Fermín Mearin Manrique

Gastroenterologist
45 years of experience

accreditations:

The American Gastroenterological Association
The Spanish Society of Digestive Pathology
European Society of Neurogastroenterology and Motility
The World Gastroenterology Organisation
  • Prof. Fermín Mearin Manrique specializes in esophageal cancer treatment, utilizing surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation therapy.
  • He has received extensive training at medical institutions in Spain, the Netherlands, and the USA, including the Mayo Clinic.
  • With over 40 years of practice, he leads the Digestive System Service at Teknon Medical Center.
  • He is a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the Spanish Society of Digestive Pathology.
  • He has authored over 400 scientific works, making significant contributions to gastroenterology research.
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Carlos Ballesta Lopez
Gastrointestinal surgeon
44 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Gastrointestinal surgeon
44 years of experience

accreditations:

The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
  • Dr. Carlos Ballesta López specializes in esophageal cancer treatment with over 30 years of experience.
  • He is an expert in laparoscopic surgery, which reduces pain and recovery time for patients with esophageal cancer.
  • Standard treatment options include endoscopic resection, esophagectomy, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and targeted therapy.
  • Dr. López has international experience, having practiced at clinics in Spain and Latin America.
  • He is certified by IFSO as a Center of Excellence in Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery.
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Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso
General surgeon
32 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso

General surgeon
32 years of experience

accreditations:

European Association for Endoscopic Surgery

General and digestive tract surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. Has held Associate Clinical Lecturer and Lecturer positions at the University of Navarre School of Medicine. Member of the Spanish Association of Surgeons, Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery, and European Association for Endoscopic Surgery.

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Raul Matute
Radiation oncologist
23 years of experience
Spain, Madrid
Proton Therapy Centre Quironsalud

Raul Matute

Radiation oncologist
23 years of experience
Dr. Raul Matute Martin is a renowned oncologist specializing in radiation oncology, particularly in proton-beam therapy, proton therapy for prostate cancer, and proton therapy for breast cancer. He has made notable contributions to the establishment and growth of Proton Therapy Center Madrid. Additionally, he is a member of several professional societies and has co-authored research articles in pediatric oncology and advanced radiotherapy techniques.Read more
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Ivana Gabriela Sullivan
Clinical oncologist
15 years of experience
4.7
402 reviews

Ivana Gabriela Sullivan

Clinical oncologist
15 years of experience
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Esophageal cancer doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

Top 5 Esophageal cancer doctors on Bookimed.com:

How to choose the best Esophageal cancer doctors in the world?

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Famous Esophageal cancer doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

What is the cost of a doctor's consultation?

The price for the consultation on Esophageal cancer varies between experts and depends on certain factors, such as:

  • the country of practicing
  • the clinical experience and reputation
  • the medical degree and educational background
  • the doctor’s workload
  • medical developments, proprietary techniques used, and awards, if any.

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Spain, Barcelona
Hospital Quiron Barcelona

One of the world-renowned pioneers in gastrointestinal surgery. Has developed new techniques for the colon and rectum cancer treatment TaTMEТ and NOTES — applied now around the world.
Has performed over 15,000 surgeries.
Performs over 1,000 interventions a year using minimally invasive techniques.
President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe.

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Lopez Ibor
Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
30 years of experience
Spain, Madrid
Hospital HM Monteprincipe

Lopez Ibor

Pediatric hematologist/oncologist
30 years of experience

accreditations:

University of Maryland
Dr. López-Ibor is an experienced specialist in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology with a degree in Medicine from the Complutense University of Madrid and a doctorate from the University of Barcelona. She is an expert in the treatment of bone and brain tumors, as well as leukemia and hematological diseases. She currently directs the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Unit of the HM Montepríncipe Hospital, and is the author of numerous national and international scientific publications.Read more

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