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Best Rectal cancer doctors in Spain: TOP 8 doctors

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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 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.

    • 45+ years 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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CyberKnife
$11,714.63 - $21,086.33
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$29,286.57 - $41,001.2
Rectal resection
$12,886.09 - $33,972.43
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Lana Bijelic

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 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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CyberKnife
$11,714.63 - $21,086.33
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$29,286.57 - $41,001.2
Rectal resection
$12,886.09 - $33,972.43
Info

Domenico Sabia

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 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 15 years 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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CyberKnife
$11,714.63 - $21,086.33
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$29,286.57 - $41,001.2
Rectal resection
$12,886.09 - $33,972.43
Info

joseba Rebollo Liceaga

  • 3.5 Good • 2 reviews
  • 36 years of experience
  • Spain, Alicante, Quironsalud Torrevieja

  • Dr. Joseba Rebollo Liceaga brings over 30 years of oncology experience, specializing in rectal cancer at Quironsalud Torrevieja.

    • Head of Oncology at Clínica San Miguel de Navarra for 13 years
    • Authored research on electrochemotherapy and multidisciplinary treatments
    • Specialist in Medical Oncology from Clínica Universidad de Navarra
    • Associate Physician at University of Navarra's Faculty of Medicine
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Antonio de Lacy Fortuny

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

  • 15,000+ surgical procedures in 25 years – 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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Antonio Cubillo Gracián

  • New
  • 36 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Universitario HM Sanchinarro

  • Dr. Antonio Cubillo Gracián is a leading expert in oncology, with a strong focus on digestive system pathology and cancer research.

    • Director of postgraduate research Master's degree in clinical and applied oncology
    • Teaching experience in various oncology-related subjects at USP CEU
    • Specializes in digestive neoplasms and oral/maxillofacial oncology
    • Conducts international courses on digestive neoplasms at HM CIOCC
    • Tutor for medical students and residents in oncology practices
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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Rectal 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 Rectal cancer doctors on Bookimed.com:

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

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

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The price for the consultation on Rectal 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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Where you go for medical treatment

Top 5 hospitals for Rectal cancer:

Escarlata Lopez

  • New
  • 34 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, GenesisCare Clinics
Tomotherapy
$8,200.24 - $14,057.56
CyberKnife
$7,028.78 - $17,571.94
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Elvira Buxó

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 reviews
  • 18 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
CyberKnife
$11,714.63 - $21,086.33
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$29,286.57 - $41,001.2
Rectal resection
$12,886.09 - $33,972.43
Info

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Bookimed Insights: Top Doctors for Rectal cancer Treatment in Spain

Bookimed has coordinated 8 patient requests for Rectal cancer treatment in Spain, working with 8 specialists. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
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
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
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
joseba Rebollo Liceaga
36 years of experienceMultidisciplinary rectal cancer careSpecializes in combining electrochemotherapy with other treatments – a leader in multidisciplinary approaches. Former Head of Oncology with published research.
Quironsalud Torrevieja
Spain
Price on request
Antonio de Lacy Fortuny
2026 years of experienceMinimally 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
Antonio Cubillo Gracián
36 years of experienceDigestive neoplasmsLeading educator in oncology with focus on digestive system pathology. Director of postgraduate research in clinical and applied oncology at HM CIOCC.
Hospital Universitario HM Sanchinarro
Spain
Price on request