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Best Distal Pancreatectomy doctors in Spain: TOP 4 doctors

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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
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  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with over 12,000 procedures – Dr. Ballesta specializes in minimally invasive techniques for pancreatic cancer at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • 46 years of experience of clinical experience in digestive surgery
    • Founder and Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center
    • Performs surgeries with Da Vinci robotic assistance
    • IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for metabolic surgery
    • International trainer for next-generation surgeons
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Xavier Centeno Fornies

  • 4.7 Excellent • 441 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Dr. Xavier Centeno trains other surgeons in advanced colorectal techniques and holds ERAS-Society accreditation – ensuring faster recovery after surgery.

    • Trained at Mayo Clinic's renowned colorectal surgery department
    • 32 years of experience performing gastrointestinal surgeries at Teknon Medical Center
    • Specializes in laparoscopic techniques for minimally invasive procedures
    • Active member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
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Cesar Canales Bedoya

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  • 76 years of experience
  • Spain, Madrid, Hospital Ruber Internacional

  • Dr. César Canales has led General and Digestive Surgery and the Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery Unit at Hospital Ruber Internacional (Madrid) since 2015. He is a General and Digestive Surgeon with over 30 years of experience. He specializes in laparoscopic and Da Vinci robotic surgery for complex abdominal, oncologic, and abdominal wall cases.

    He holds a PhD (cum laude, UAM) and an MD (with honors, UCM). He completed his specialist training at Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón. He is also certified by the Military Medical Corps. He has authored over 70 publications and 12 book chapters, including the Manual of Surgery (McGraw-Hill). He has served as faculty in more than 16 courses. Awards include Forbes Top 100 Doctors (2024), Top 5 General and Digestive Surgeons in Spain (2021–2024), La Razón Doctor of the Year (2024), and El Confidencial Best Doctors in Spain (2025).

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Antonio de Lacy Fortuny

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

  • 15,000+ surgical procedures performed – Dr. de Lacy specializes in minimally invasive techniques for gastrointestinal surgeries.

    • Performs over 1,000 interventions annually using laparoscopic and robotic methods
    • Pioneer of TaTME technique for rectal extraction
    • President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe
    • Lecturer on advanced laparoscopy techniques
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Bookimed Insights: Top Distal Pancreatectomy Specialists in Spain (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 54584 requests for Distal Pancreatectomy in Spain, collaborating with 4 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Carlos Ballesta Lopez
46 years of experienceMinimally invasive pancreatic surgeryGlobal leader in laparoscopic techniques – performed 12,000+ minimally invasive procedures. Founder of a Center of Excellence accredited by IFSO.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
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#2
Xavier Centeno Fornies
32 years of experienceLaparoscopic colorectal surgeryERAS-Society accredited for enhanced recovery protocols – minimizes complications. Mayo Clinic-trained in advanced colorectal techniques since 1996.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
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#3
Antonio de Lacy Fortuny
Minimally invasive pancreatectomyWorld-renowned pioneer in gastrointestinal surgery – developed TaTME technique and performs over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures annually. Trains other surgeons globally.
Hospital Quiron Barcelona
Spain
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