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Dr.Raul Felipe Abella (Cardiothoracic surgeon)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation
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Dr. Raúl Felipe Abella, MD, is a highly respected cardiothoracic surgeon based in Barcelona, serving at Centro Médico Teknon. With 34 years of experience, he specializes in congenital heart surgery—treating both pediatric and adult cases—using advanced techniques and achieving exceptional patient outcomes.
- Full Name: Dr. Raúl Felipe Abella
- Title: Medical Doctor (MD)
- Experience: 34 years in cardiothoracic and pediatric cardiovascular surgery
- Main Specialty: Pediatric and congenital heart surgery, complex open-heart procedures
Educational Background
- Medical Degree: MD from La Sapienza University, Italy (1986)
- Advanced Training:
- Cardiovascular surgery internships in Rome, Milan, Modena, Paris, Geneva, and Switzerland
- Training in congenital heart morphology and pediatric surgery (1987)
- Certifications: Recognized specialist in pediatric cardiovascular surgery and congenital heart disease
Procedures performed by the doctor
Brain tumor removal
$27926 - $42251
Hemorrhoidectomy
$6499 - $6499
Removal of spinal cord tumor
$26786 - $37500
Wide excision of melanoma
$6007 - $8192
Limb prosthetics
$4814 - $7385
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU)
$17476 - $19660
Vaporization (with GreenLight Laser)
$10922 - $10922
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
$17476 - $19660
Nephrectomy
$18568 - $21845
Topical therapy of melanoma
$6007 - $8192
Retinal detachment surgery
$7658 - $7658
Craniotomy
$24029 - $31675
Immunotherapy
$3823 - $6007
Shoulder replacement
$24029 - $31675
Vagus nerve stimulation
$49151 - $51335
Hormone therapy
$1638 - $3823
Stereotaxic surgeries
$27306 - $70996
Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
$27306 - $38228
Radiotherapy
$17476 - $19660
Cochlear implant placement
$70996 - $76457
Septoplasty (Deviated Septum Surgery)
$7646 - $13107
Gland therapy for breast cancer
$1638 - $3823
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
$6963 - $10898
Chemotherapy
$2731 - $3823
Myomectomy (removal of uterine fibroids)
$16410 - $21880
Plastic surgery for cardiac valve
$24029 - $34952
Thyroid resection
$17476 - $19660
Lumpectomy
$17476 - $19660
Mastectomy
$18672 - $20961
Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound Surgery (MRgFUS)
$14660 - $17778
Gastric band
$18568 - $20753
Breast cancer surgery
$18568 - $27306
Lobectomy
$38228 - $49151
Stomach cancer surgery
$26973 - $37763
Removal of colon cancer
$38228 - $103763
Hysterectomy with DaVinci robot
$27306 - $30583
Knee Arthroscopy
$17476 - $19660
CyberKnife
$10922 - $19660
Rotator cuff repair surgery
$17476 - $19660
Esophagectomy
$2731 - $3823
Melanoma surgery
$6007 - $8192
Bladder removal
$27306 - $31675
Lung cancer surgery
$49151 - $60073
Laminectomy
$27306 - $29490
Da Vinci Robotic System
$20753 - $24029
Proton-beam therapy
$27306 - $49151
Whipple surgery
$27306 - $29490
Small intestine resection
$38228 - $103763
Subtotal thyroidectomy
$17476 - $19660
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
$8791 - $10349
Removal of liver cancer
$21845 - $27306
Transnasal resection of tumor
$382 - $492
Professional Experience
- Current Roles: Surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon, Head of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital, and Director of Barcelona International Heart Centre at Dexeus University Hospital
- Career Highlights:
- Over 5,000 cardiac surgeries performed with excellent outcomes
- Participated in 56 humanitarian missions treating congenital heart defects internationally
- Operates complex congenital cases with postoperative survival rate above 98%
Academic Contributions
- Speaker at over 100 national and international medical conferences
- Author of more than 200 peer-reviewed articles and clinical studies
- Director of pediatric cardiovascular surgery programs in developing countries (e.g., Cuba, Peru)
- Mentor to young surgeons and medical teams during humanitarian missions and in Barcelona hospitals
Areas of Expertise
- Pediatric congenital heart defects: Treatments from neonatal age to adolescence using advanced surgical techniques
- Complex open-heart surgery: Includes tetralogy of Fallot, interrupted aortic arch, single ventricle (Fontan/Glenn)
- Cardiac transplantation: Experienced in pediatric heart transplants and neonatal surgeries
- High-complexity procedures: Recognized with Aristotle Basic Complexity Score of 7.3–8.1
Publications and Research
Dr. Abella has contributed substantially to pediatric cardiovascular surgical research. Highlights include:
- Over 200 articles published in international cardiovascular journals
- Studies on complex congenital heart surgery techniques and outcomes
- Clinical evaluations of survival rates and operative complexity using Aristotle scoring system
Patient Care Philosophy
- Compassionate commitment: “The most important thing for a surgeon is being human” — Dr. Abella emphasizes trust and availability
- Parental support: Maintains personal communication with families to reduce anxiety before and after surgery
- Global accessibility: Offers care to international patients and ensures tailored ICU and post-op care at private facilities
Professional Affiliations
- Founding Member, World Society for Pediatric and Congenital Heart Surgery
- Member, European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
- Head of pediatric cardiac surgery programs recognized by Spanish and international medical societies
FAQs
- Is Dr. Raúl Felipe Abella board-certified?
- Yes. He is a certified pediatric cardiovascular surgeon with European and international recognition.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He specializes in pediatric congenital heart defect repair, complex open-heart procedures, and heart transplantation.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He regularly operates on children from abroad and organizes remote case coordination and tailored ICU care at private facilities.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospitalization duration depends on the complexity of the procedure; most post-op ICU stays last around 3–5 days.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Abella speaks Spanish, English, and Italian fluently, enabling effective communication with international families.
- Can parents communicate with him directly?
- Yes. He provides his mobile number to families for urgent concerns and reassurances during recovery.
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Australia,
Jun 17, 2022
I had aortic valve replacement at Dexeus University Hospital in Spain. The surgery was complex and there were many risks in getting the surgery done. I trusted Dr. Raul and he made the surgery successful. I am very thankful to him.
Germany,
May 29, 2021
My sister had an atrial septal defect for which the only treatment was surgery. We took her to Dexeus University Hospital and luckily Dr. Raul took her case. Her surgery went very well and she had a quick recovery. The hospital ambiance is quite nice and great for patients.
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