Dr. Carlos Ballesta López, MD, is a leading gastrointestinal surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona, Spain. With over 45 years of experience, his focus areas include:
Pancreatic cancer surgery
Bariatric (obesity) and metabolic surgery
Laparoscopic digestive and abdominal surgery
Educational Background
Dr. Ballesta López built a strong academic foundation through rigorous training:
MD, University of Granada, Spain (1973)
Specialist in General Surgery (1977) and Gastroenterology (1979)
Dr. Ballesta López has been recognized for his clinical mastery and leadership:
Director of the Dr. Ballesta Laparoscopic Center at Centro Médico Teknon and Granada
Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery with over 12,000 minimally invasive surgeries performed
Previously held roles in general and digestive surgery across top hospitals
Organiser and instructor of laparoscopic surgery courses for national and international surgeons
Academic Contributions
Regular speaker at national and international surgical congresses
Trainer of more than 500 surgeons in laparoscopic techniques
Author of numerous scientific publications in abdominal, metabolic, and onco-surgery
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Ballesta López specializes in:
Pancreatic cancer operations (tumor resection)
Bariatric procedures (gastric bypass, sleeve, band) for obesity and type 2 diabetes
Colorectal surgery (colon and rectum disorders)
Esophageal and gastric surgery
Liver, gallbladder, and pancreas surgery
Minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic-assisted) techniques
Publications and Research
Dr. Ballesta López has contributed extensively to medical literature:
He has authored dozens of peer-reviewed articles and book chapters focused on laparoscopic surgery outcomes, metabolic procedures, and onco-surgical advances. His research aims to improve patient recovery, reduce pain, and advance safe surgical techniques.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Ballesta López emphasises patient safety, comfort, and innovation:
Patient-centred care with minimally invasive approaches for faster recovery
Strong emphasis on education and clear communication before and after surgery
International patient support via online consultations and full care coordination
High satisfaction rates reflected in numerous testimonials of successful surgeries
Professional Affiliations
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO) – accredited Center of Excellence since 2011
Spanish Association of Surgeons
Spanish Society of Obesity Surgery
European Association for Endoscopic Surgery
FAQs
Is Dr. Carlos Ballesta Lopez board‑certified?
Yes. He holds official Spanish certifications in General Surgery and Gastroenterology since the late 1970s.
What types of surgeries does he perform?
He specializes in laparoscopic surgery for pancreatic cancer, bariatric procedures (gastric bypass, sleeve, band), colorectal, esophageal, gastric, liver and gallbladder surgery.
Does he treat international patients?
Yes. He offers online pre-consultations and international patient support through Centro Médico Teknon.
How long is the typical hospital stay?
Hospital stay depends on the procedure — day-case for some laparoscopic interventions; 2–5 days for complex bariatric or oncologic surgeries.
What languages does he speak?
He speaks Spanish and English fluently.
Certification & Accreditation
The International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders
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Patient reviews
Spain,
Jun 18, 2021
Institut de Terapia Regenerativa Tissular - Itrt
Centro con gran profesionalidad y calidad humana. Cuidan mucho a sus pacientes y además de especializarse en cirugía de la obesidad, también lo estan en la novedosa cirugía de la diabetes tipo 2
Spain,
Feb 12, 2012
Anonym
Muy atentos en todo el momento. El Dr. Carlos Ballesta López me ha explicado las opciones posibles en mi caso. Padezco Diabetes tipo 2.
Spain,
Jun 09, 2021
JC
Después de la operación que me realizó el doctor ballesta seguí con los mismos síntomas y no recibí ningún apoyo por su parte ni ninguna solución efectiva, no me gustó nada el trato en unos momentos tan delicados.
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