Best Doctors in Spain

The doctor is a highly regarded specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, currently serving as the Head of the Traumatology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery, the doctor possesses extensive expertise in sports traumatology, knee and shoulder surgery, and minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. The doctor has provided medical care to the Spanish National Swimming Team since 1996 and serves as an editor for the European journal KSST.

Recognized for excellence in musculoskeletal injury treatment and degenerative joint conditions, the doctor is an active member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy, and has received awards for outstanding clinical research.

Dr. Joseba Rebollo Liceaga is a clinical oncologist at Quirónsalud Alicante. He focuses on personalized cancer treatments and gene-based therapies for metastatic breast cancer. Dr. Rebollo Liceaga teaches as a professor of Multidisciplinary and Personalized Oncology. He treats various conditions, including prostate, colon, and thyroid cancers.

• Former Head of Oncology at Clínica San Miguel and Hospital General de Villalba.
• Researches electrochemotherapy and multidisciplinary approaches for complex cases.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Torrevieja, a leading center in southeastern Spain.
• Expert in diagnostics using PET-CT, mammography, and tumor marker blood tests.

Dr. Manuel Sureda González is a oncologist at Quirónsalud Torrevieja in Spain. He pioneered personalized anti-tumor vaccines and molecular-guided chemotherapy in Spain. Dr. Sureda González completed a fellowship in immunotherapy at the Cleveland Clinic. He focuses on RNA microarrays and pharmacogenomics for tailored cancer care.

• Authored over 120 scientific papers on cancer immunotherapy and drug personalization.
• Former Director of the Cancer Institute at the General Hospital of Catalonia.
• Performs high-dose interleukin-2 therapy and intraoperative chemotherapy (HIPEC).
• Member of ASCO, ASH, and the American Association for Cancer Research.

Dr. Pedro Bretcha Boix is a senior surgical oncologist at Hospital Quironsalud Torrevieja in Spain. He is a primary international reference for HIPEC and laparoscopic cancer surgery. Dr. Bretcha Boix serves as Associate Professor at Saint Anthony Catholic University. He works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the Da Vinci robotic system.

• Authored over 48 publications with more than 1,100 citations in surgical oncology.
• Specializes in cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis.
• Expert in minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats complex colorectal, gastric, and pancreatic malignancies using multidisciplinary planning.

Dr. José Carlos Pascual Ramírez is a dermatologist at Quironsalud Torrevieja in Spain. He specializes in dermatopathology and hidradenitis suppurativa. Dr. Pascual Ramírez holds International Board Certification in Dermatopathology. He has authored over 50 scientific publications in his field.

• Completed specialized fellowships at St John's Institute of Dermatology in London.
• Obtained training in Winston-Salem, USA, and Copenhagen, Denmark.
• Member of the European Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation.
• Expert in dermoscopy and the Spanish Group of Dermatopathology.

Dr. Juan Carlos Casado Morente is a specialist in voice pitch change surgery at Quirónsalud Marbella. He is a founding member of the International Association of Trans Voice Surgeons (IATVS). Dr. Casado Morente leads the ENT units at two major hospitals in Spain. He is a recognized authority in voice feminization and masculinization for transgender patients.

• Authored the textbook Voice Feminisation: A Multidisciplinary Approach in Transgender Women.
• Serves as President of the Commission of Laryngology, Voice, and Deglutition (SEORL).
• Performs complex procedures including cochlear implants, stapedectomy, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Treats patients at Quirónsalud Marbella, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Dr. Javier Moreno Izarra leads the Infectious Disease Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He is a primary care and regenerative medicine specialist. He focuses on antimicrobial resistance and the optimization of antibiotic use. Dr. Moreno Izarra manages comprehensive care for chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease.

• Member of the Spanish Society of Infectious Disease and Clinical Microbiology.
• Coordinates emergency and hospitalization units for high-resolution medical centers.
• Performs premium medical check-ups and body composition analysis.
• Treats complex chronic pain and manages long-term drug therapies.

Dr. Gallardo Pedrajas heads the Vascular Surgery Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He sits on the Board of Directors for the Spanish Vascular Surgery Society. Dr. Pedrajas also serves as a Professor for the European Society of Vascular Surgery Academy. He holds specialized certification for managing vascular laboratories and medical X-ray facilities.

• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins and aortic aneurysms.
• Performs complex procedures including carotid endarterectomy and bypass surgery.
• Presented and published over 100 medical lectures and scientific research papers.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global gold standard for safety.

Dr. Nuria Martínez Moreno is a radiation oncologist at Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid. She has treated over 7,000 patients using Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Martínez Moreno specializes in complex brain pathologies, including tumors and functional disorders. She works within a multidisciplinary team alongside world-renowned neurosurgery specialists.

• Member of the International Gamma Knife Consortium led by the University of Pittsburgh.
• Treats benign and malignant brain tumors, vascular malformations, and refractory epilepsy.
• Professor of the International Master of Radiosurgery at the Complutense University of Madrid.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hospital Ruber Internacional, ranked among Spain's top six hospitals.

Dr. Arturo Gracia Sañudo heads the psychology department at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He is a former high-performance athlete who integrates sports psychology with clinical practice. Dr. Gracia developed the unique RIOSA method used by specialists throughout Spain. He adapts mental health strategies for both professional athletes and high-level corporate teams.

• Served as a sports psychologist for Real Madrid.
• Authored the life leadership book "Pasa a la acción, cómo liderar tu vida."
• Holds multiple master’s degrees in sports performance and positive psychology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Olympia Quironsalud within Spain’s largest hospital network.

Dr. Victor Alfaro is a podiatry and biomechanics specialist at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He co-authored the 3D Scan Sport Podoactiva system used worldwide for gait analysis. Dr. Alfaro serves as the podiatrist for the CAI Zaragoza professional basketball club.

• CEO of Podoactiva and head of podiatry at the Quironsalud Group.
• Winner of the National Prize for Arts and Applied Sciences in Sports.
• Named Scientist of the Year in Aragon for his contributions to biomechanics.
• Lecturer at major Spanish institutions including Comillas and San Jorge University.

Dr. Ara Kassarjian is a musculoskeletal radiologist at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He served as the Director of Musculoskeletal MRI and CT at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Kassarjian has diagnosed sports injuries for professional and elite athletes for over two decades. He currently serves as a medical consultant for the Madrid Open tennis tournament.

• Trained at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
• Specialist in MRI and CT imaging for complex sports injury diagnosis.
• Founder of Elite Sports Imaging and consultant for Longwood MRI Specialists.
• Works at Olympia Quironsalud, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Dr. Luis Serratosa is a sports medicine specialist at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He served as a doctor for the Real Madrid FC medical service. Dr. Serratosa co-authored international clinical guidelines in sports cardiology. He treats elite professional athletes and amateur patients.

• Served as a member of the European Society of Cardiology Sports Cardiology Core Group.
• Former doctor for the Spanish national field hockey team.
• Co-directs sports medicine departments at major university hospitals in Madrid.
• Acts as a speaker at international congresses on injury prevention and cardiology.

Dr. Borja Nuñez de Aysa is a sports medicine specialist at Olympia Quirónsalud in Madrid. He has worked in the medical services of prestigious clubs like Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. Dr. Nuñez de Aysa leads the Ultrasound Interventional and Biological Therapies Unit. He specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries for elite and amateur athletes.

• Utilizes regenerative therapies including plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF) and stem cells.
• Treats sports injuries using ultrasound-guided techniques for high precision.
• Graduated from the University of Alcalá with the first prize in clinical evaluation.
• Works at Olympia Quirónsalud, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Dr. Helena Åkesson is an addiction specialist and CBT therapist at Satori Recovery Clinic in Marbella. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy with 12-step program foundations. Dr. Åkesson previously served as Operations Manager in private addiction treatment for over a decade. She treats alcoholism, drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions.

• Trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
• Certified in NADA-acupuncture and holds a degree in behavioral science.
• Treats patients at a clinic reporting a 90% success rate for alcoholism.
• Provides both group and individual therapy sessions for recovery.

Dr. Javier Albiñana is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in treating hip dysplasia, bone tumors, and Perthes disease. Dr. Albiñana completed orthopedic research fellowships at both Oxford University and the University of Iowa.

• Served as Head of Pediatric Orthopedics at La Paz Hospital in Madrid.
• Treats complex conditions like skeletal malformations and cerebral palsy.
• Maintains an academic role as Associate Professor at the UAM Faculty of Medicine.
• Published studies on Pavlik harness outcomes and acetabular development in leading journals.

Dr. Antonio Gosálvez Vega directs the Assisted Reproduction Unit at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in IVF and complex fertility treatments. He is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Vega treats conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovaries at Spain's top-ranked hospital.

• Performs robotic sacrohysteropexy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis.
• Provides PRP ovarian rejuvenation and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
• Former professor of the Master in Human Reproduction at Complutense University.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Human Reproduction.

Dr. Daniel Ríos Simón is an ophthalmologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He specializes in strabismus treatment and pediatric eye care. He performs cataract surgeries using monofocal, toric, and multifocal premium lenses. Dr. Ríos Simón earned his medical degree from the University of Malaga. He holds a Master of Clinical Ophthalmology from University CEU-Cardenal Herrera.

• Treats complex conditions like amblyopia, keratoconus, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Performs specialized surgeries for pterygium and anterior segment disorders.
• Completed fellowship training at University Hospital Ramon y Cajal in Madrid.
• Works at Quirónsalud Marbella, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Dr. Antonio de Lacy Fortuny is a surgical pioneer at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He has performed 15,000+ surgeries and conducts over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures every year. He famously performed the world’s first gallbladder removal through the mouth. Dr. de Lacy also developed the TaTME technique for rectal cancer treatment.

• Serves as President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe.
• First surgeon in the world to perform a transanal large intestine removal.
• Pioneered the NOTES method using natural openings to access the abdominal cavity.
• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for colon, rectal, and esophageal cancer.