Dr. Andrés Varela de Ugarte is a top thoracic surgeon in Spain with over three decades of dedicated experience in thoracic surgery and lung transplantation. He is currently serving as the Head of Thoracic Surgery at several prestigious hospitals, including Quirónsalud Madrid University Hospital and Puerta de Hierro University Hospital. He is recognized as a leading general surgeon in Spain for his outstanding leadership and innovation in minimally invasive thoracic surgery and complex lung procedures. Dr. Andrés Varela de Ugarte has been a driving force behind Spain’s lung transplant programs and is celebrated for his contributions to oncological lung surgery and chest wall reconstruction. His expertise has shaped modern practices in lung transplants and robotic thoracic procedures. A professor, speaker, and prolific researcher, he has authored over 200 publications and trained future generations of surgeons across Europe. His personalized treatment approach, innovative approaches, and adherence to international treatment protocols has made him one of the famous thoracic surgeons in Spain.