Dr. Javier Foncillas

Dr. Javier Foncillas stands as a distinguished figure in the field of general surgery, bringing over three decades of extensive experience to his practice. With a focus on the treatment of morbid obesity, Dr. Foncillas is recognized for his expertise in digestive surgery, employing advanced minimally invasive techniques such as laparoscopy. Holding a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona, Dr. Foncillas is accredited in Digestive Surgery by the Hospital de Beaujon in Paris. His commitment to advancing surgical knowledge and techniques is evident through his role as the Head of the General and Digestive Surgery Service and the Coordinator of the Morbid Obesity Unit at the IDC Hospital Universitari Sagrat Cor in Barcelona. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Javier Foncillas has assumed leadership positions in prestigious hospital centers, solidifying his reputation as a key figure in the field. Notably, he serves as the Head of the General and Digestive Surgery Service, where he directs the Morbid Obesity Surgery Unit. Dr. Foncillas is also the founder of the Institute of General and Digestive Surgery at the Sagrada Familia Clinic in Barcelona. His areas of expertise encompass a wide range of surgical interventions, including Bariatric Surgery, Thyroid Gland Surgery, Diabetes Surgery, Hiatal Hernia Surgery, Laparoscopic Surgery, and Obesity. As a founding member of the Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery (SECO) and the Spanish Society of Laparoscopic Surgery (SECLA), Dr. Javier Foncillas remains dedicated to advancing surgical practices and contributing to the medical community.