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Best bariatric surgeons in Spain: TOP 4 doctors

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Carlos Ballesta Lopez

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • 12,000+ laparoscopic surgeries performed – Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a pioneer in minimally invasive weight loss surgery at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • 45+ years of experience in digestive and bariatric surgery
    • Director of an IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence for metabolic surgery
    • Specializes in gastric bypass and sleeve procedures using Da Vinci robotic assistance
    • Founder of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center in Barcelona
    • Trains surgeons worldwide in advanced laparoscopic techniques
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Gastric band
$5,000 - $11,000
Gastroectomy
$46,692.34 - $58,365.43
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Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Specializes in laparoscopic surgery for weight loss, performing minimally invasive procedures at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Expert in digestive tract surgery with years of experience
    • Member of the Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery
    • Lectured on laparoscopic techniques at the University of Navarre
    • Associated with the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
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Gastric band
$5,000 - $11,000
Gastroectomy
$46,692.34 - $58,365.43
Info

Juan Ybarra Munoz

  • 4.7 Excellent • 435 reviews
  • 76 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon

  • Dr. Juan Ybarra Munoz combines expertise in oncology and gastroenterology for holistic obesity treatment at Centro Médico Teknon.

    • Dual specialization in oncology and gastroenterology
    • Practices at Centro Médico Teknon, a leading medical center
    • Focuses on personalized treatment plans for obesity
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Gastric band
$5,000 - $11,000
Gastroectomy
$46,692.34 - $58,365.43
Info

Gema Frübecke

  • 5 Excellent • 6 reviews
  • Spain, Pamplona, Clinica Universidad de Navarra (Navarra Hospital)

  • Director of Obesity Therapy Department

    Specialist in endocrinology and nutrition

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Carlos Ballesta Lopez
46 years of experienceMinimally invasive bariatric proceduresPioneer in laparoscopic weight loss surgery with 12,000+ procedures. Director of an IFSO-accredited Center of Excellence using Da Vinci robotic assistance.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350
Alberto Diez-Caballero Alonso
34 years of experienceMinimally invasive weight loss surgerySpecializes in laparoscopic obesity surgery – a leader in the field. Member of SECO and European Association for Endoscopic Surgery.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350
Juan Ybarra Munoz
76 years of experienceObesity with related conditionsDual expertise in oncology and gastroenterology allows for holistic obesity treatment. Practices at Centro Médico Teknon, known for advanced medical care.
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain
from $350