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Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Experience: 48 Years
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General Surgery
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Specialization
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General Surgery
Journey to Expertise
Education
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Granada, 1973
  • Ph.D. in Medicine, University of Barcelona, 1976
  • Specialization in General Surgery, 1977
  • Specialization in Gastroenterology, 1979
  • Residency in General and Digestive Surgery, Hospital Príncesa de España Bellvitge, Barcelona
Shortly About

Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez

Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is one of the top general surgeons in Spain. Who is renowned for his pioneering work in laparoscopic and digestive surgery. With a remarkable career spanning nearly five decades and over 12,000 successful procedures, he is a leading bariatric surgeon in Spain, with expertise in a wide range of conditions like pancreatic cancer, colon-rectal conditions, and gastrointestinal disorders. He is currently based at the prestigious Quirónsalud Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona, where he combines his extensive and precise expertise with advanced and innovative surgical techniques with a deep commitment to personalized and compassionate care and patient safety and comfort recognizing him a popular general surgeon in Spain among both international and local patients. His work as a professor, researcher, and international lecturer has earned him global recognition and several honorary titles across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

Spotlight on Success
Awards & Achievement
  • “Doctor Honoris Causa” – University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Romania, and University of San Agustín de Arequipa, Peru
  • Medal of the Cuban Society of Surgery, 2000
  • International Surgery Prize of Athens, 1992
  • National Congress Award by Spanish Society of Surgery, 1992
  • Prize of the Medical School of Malaga, 1987
  • Honorary Professor at Universities across the USA, Europe, Asia, and South America
  • Over 250 presentations at global conferences
  • Author and co-author of more than 50 publications in international medical journals
  • Scientific Director of Laparoscopic Video Techniques

     
Elite Affiliations
Professional Membership
  • Member, Royal Academy of Medicine and Surgery of Seville
  • Member, International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO)
  • Member, Spanish Association of Surgeons
  • Member, Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery
  • Member, European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
A Glimpse into Expertise
Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez Expertise

Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez is a famous laparoscopic surgeon in Spain. He is known for his expertise in digestive, gastrointestinal, and bariatric surgery. He has vast experience in treating complex cases involving pancreatic cancer, esophago-gastric surgery, morbid obesity, and colon and liver conditions. As one of the best general surgeons in Spain, Dr. Ballesta is renowned for his expertise and precision in minimally invasive techniques, making procedures safer and recovery faster for patients. His dedication to innovation, patient care, and surgical excellence makes him a popular choice among international patients seeking top-quality medical treatment in Spain.

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What surgical procedures does Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez specialize in?
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He specializes in laparoscopic surgery, digestive surgery, pancreatic cancer treatment, obesity surgery, colon-rectal surgery, and hepatobiliary operations
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Where does Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez practice?
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He currently practices at Quirónsalud Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona, Spain.
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