Best Biopsy Doctors in Spain — TOP 22

Dr. Guillermo Luis Bassols is a specialist in obstetrics, gynecology, and gynecologic oncology. He is a member of the medical staff at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. Dr. Bassols holds a European Certificate in Endoscopic Surgery in Gynecology from the University of Clermont-Ferrand I. He trained at the prestigious Institut Universitari Dexeus.

• Performs complex procedures including laparoscopic hysterectomy and the Wertheim-Meigs operation.
• Treats conditions such as uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and cervical dysplasia.
• Specially trained in endoscopic techniques for minimally invasive gynecological care.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon, a hospital of choice for international celebrities.

Dr. Agusti Barnadas Molins is the chief breast cancer specialist at Teknon Oncology Institute in Barcelona. He has directed more than 70 research projects on breast cancer and gynecological oncology. Dr. Barnadas Molins treats tumors using chemotherapy, gland therapy, and immunotherapy. He practices at JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon.

• Authored over 130 original scientific articles on clinical oncology.
• Served as General Secretary of the Spanish Medical Oncology Society.
• Former President of the Catalan-Balearic Oncology Society.
• Founder and Vice President of the Spanish Breast Cancer Research Group.

Dr. Antonio Fernandez Oliva is a leading obstetrician-gynecologist at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He specializes in high-risk pregnancy management and early diagnosis of fetal developmental disorders. Dr. Oliva graduated with honors from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. He completed his residency at the prestigious Hospital de la Vall d'Hebrón.

• Expert in preeclampsia screening and managing congenital cardiovascular defects.
• Performs robotic and laparoscopic surgeries, including Da Vinci sacrohysteropexy.
• Lecturer at the CTO Medical Academy and active clinical researcher.
• Works at JCI-accredited Teknon Medical Center, a top-ranked facility in Spain.

Dr. Carlos Garcia Vasquez is a PhD-certified surgeon and Associate Head of Digestive Surgery at Infanta Elena University Hospital. He specializes in gastrointestinal histopathology and colorectal diagnostics.

• Holds a Summa Cum Laude PhD in surgery from the Autonomous University of Madrid
• Completed specialized gastrointestinal histopathology training at the St. Mark's Institute in London
• Certified in robotic surgery for minimally invasive abdominal and colorectal procedures
• Member of the Spanish Association of Coloproctology and the Spanish Association of Surgeons
• Author of numerous peer-reviewed studies on intestinal healing and surgical infections

Dr. Jaume Mora Graupera is the Scientific Director of Hematology Oncology at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. He specializes in developmental tumors and bone sarcomas requiring expert diagnostic biopsy.

• Completed oncology fellowships at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in the USA
• Director of the Developmental Tumors Laboratory focused on pediatric cancer pathology
• Winner of the Schweisguth Prize from the International Society of Pediatric Oncology
• Authored 70+ scientific papers on pediatric bone and soft tissue tumors
• Member of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)

2,000+ Mohs procedures performed – Dr. Garces Gatnau is a pioneer in oncodermatology at Centro Medico Teknon. He specializes in skin cancer biopsy and microsurgical treatment.

• Directs the Mohs Unit at the Autonomous University of Barcelona
• Performs microscopic examination of tissue layers for high cure rates
• Focuses on aesthetic reconstruction after surgical tumor removal
• Member of the European Society for Mohs Micrographic Surgery
• Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau

Dr. Francesc Cobo Valien is a leading oncohematologist at the Teknon Oncology Institute in Barcelona. He specializes in treating complex blood cancers, including leukemia and lymphoma. Dr. Cobo Valien earned his medical degree and doctorate from the University of Barcelona. He serves patients at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility.

• Treats acute and chronic leukemia, Hodgkin's lymphoma, and multiple myeloma.
• Performs bone marrow transplants and biological therapy for hematologic malignancies.
• Recipient of the Spanish Hematology Association award for medical reporting.
• Heads research projects supported by the Catalan Society of Hematology.

Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz is a dual-specialist in oncology and gastroenterology at Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specializes in both cancer care and digestive system health
• Performs biopsies to accurately diagnose tumors or digestive disorders
• Practices at Centro Médico Teknon – a renowned medical center in Spain

Dr. Raventos is a founding member of the Teknon Medical Center faculty. He trained in surgery at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in the USA.

• Performs specialized thyroid and abdominal procedures, including tissue biopsy for cancer diagnosis
• Uses Ultracision technology – a system that uses ultrasonic energy to cut and cauterize tissue
• Specializes in laparoscopic surgery – a minimally invasive method that reduces patient recovery time
• Certified by the French Society of Digestive Surgery for surgical excellence
• Member of the International Society of Surgery in Basel

Dr. Miquel Sans Cuffí is a gastroenterologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is the author of over 150 publications and 500 conference presentations. Dr. Cuffí conducted research on inflammatory bowel diseases at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus.

• Former member of the Scientific Committee for the European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation.
• Served as coordinator for the European IBDChip research project.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the Spanish Association of Gastroenterology.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.

Dr. Isabel Maria Blanco Herraez leads the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella. She specializes in humanized childbirth and low-intervention obstetric care. Dr. Blanco Herraez also developed a multidisciplinary breast unit for cancer management. She works at a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

• Implemented specific protocols for humanized C-sections to improve patient participation.
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and cervical dysplasia.
• Member of the Spanish Society of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic hysterectomies and laparoscopic tumor removals.

Forbes magazine ranked Dr. Tabernero among the top five most influential leaders in Spanish cancer healthcare. He leads digestive and endocrine tumor units at Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Completed a clinical internship at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
• Former President of the European Society for Medical Oncology
• Uses advanced molecular techniques to guide biopsy results and personalized medicine
• Director of the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology
• Published over 70 scientific papers on innovative cancer treatments

Dr. Sanchez Yague is a gastroenterologist at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He was the first professional globally to use the 15-mm AXIOS stent. This device drains pancreatic fluid collections. He pioneered submucosal endoscopic dissection in Spain. Dr. Sanchez Yague also introduced gastroenteroanastomosis with luminal apposition stents to Andalusia.

• Fellow of the American College of Gastroenterology (FACG).
• Fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (FASGE).
• Coauthored European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy guides on chronic pancreatitis.
• Winner of the Top Reviewer Award from the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Journal.

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. Cesar Levano Linares holds a PhD in Medicine and Surgery. He serves as a digestive system specialist at the Rey Juan Carlos University Hospital.

• Performed advanced research in gastric bypass and primary endoluminal endoscopic surgery
• Earned a Diploma in Laparoscopic Surgery from Louis Pasteur University in France
• Holds a Master degree in Colorectal and Pelvic Floor Surgery
• Certified with European Accreditation in Laparoscopic Surgery by the EACCME
• Experienced in digestive system surgery at Fundacion Jimenez Diaz University Hospital

15,000+ surgeries performed – Dr. Antonio de Lacy Fortuny leads the surgical team at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He performs biopsies and surgeries for gastrointestinal cancers using advanced robotic techniques.

• President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe
• Pioneered the TaTME technique for high-precision rectal cancer interventions
• Performs over 1,000 surgeries per year for abdominal conditions
• Holds a Hirsch index of 45 reflecting significant medical research impact
• Expert in the NOTES method using natural body openings during surgery

Dr. Blanca Lopez Ibor leads the Hematology and Pediatric Oncology Unit at HM Hospitales. She uses precise diagnostic techniques like biopsy to treat aggressive cancers in children and teenagers.

• Consultant for the WHO and UNESCO on global pediatric health matters
• Trained in pediatric oncology and hematology at the University of Maryland in the USA
• Expert for the Spanish Ministry of Health in pediatric oncology since 2004
• Member of the American Society of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (ASPHO)
• Directs foundations that improve life quality for children during clinical treatment

Dr. Diamantopoulos Fernández is the Head of Neurosurgery at HM Hospitales in Madrid. He oversees surgical and diagnostic procedures involving the brain and spine.

• Leads the neurosurgery department at HM Hospitales Madrid
• Specializes in surgical interventions for neurological conditions
• Manages complex cases requiring specialized biopsy of brain or spinal tissue