Dr.Francesc Graus (Clinical oncologist, Neurooncologist)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation

Professional Experience

• Head of Neuro-oncology Unit at IOB, Hospital Quirón Barcelona
• Emeritus Investigator, Neuro-immunology Program, IDIBAPS–Hospital Clínic
• Staff Neurologist and later Chief of Neurology at Hospital Clínic Barcelona (1986–2018)
• Founder and past President of European Association of Neuro-Oncology (EANO)
• Currently provides in-person and online consultations for international patients

Academic Contributions

• Professor of Medicine at University of Barcelona since 2003
• Invited speaker at over 300 national and international congresses
• Developed diagnostic criteria for paraneoplastic neurological syndromes
• Served on editorial boards: Journal of Neurology, European Journal of Neurology, Lancet Neurology

Areas of Expertise

• Primary brain tumors: gliomas, primary CNS lymphoma
• Paraneoplastic neurological syndromes: sensory neuronopathy, encephalitis
• Detection of onconeural antibodies (e.g., Anti-Hu, Anti-Tr) to diagnose underlying cancers
• Neurological side effects of cancer therapies, including immunotherapy and stem cell transplantation

Publications and Research

Dr. Graus has authored over 240 peer-reviewed articles, written numerous book chapters, and contributed extensively to the field of neuro-oncology. His research is internationally recognized for defining diagnostic criteria and antibody testing in paraneoplastic syndromes.

• Sensory neuronopathy and small cell lung cancer: Anti-Hu antibody study
• Anti-Hu-associated paraneoplastic encephalomyelitis/sensory neuronopathy
• Diagnostic criteria for paraneoplastic neurological syndromes: widely adopted in clinical neurology

Patient Care Philosophy

• Values clear, compassionate communication with patients and families
• Committed to accurate diagnosis using advanced neuroimmunological tools
• Available for remote consultations, especially for international patients
• Supports a culturally sensitive approach and provides multilingual support

Professional Affiliations

• Founder & Past President, European Association of Neuro-Oncology (EANO)
• Member of American Academy of Neurology, American Neurological Association, European Neurological Society, Spanish Neurology Society
• Editorial board member for leading neurology journals
• Honorary Doctorate (Doctor Honoris Causa), University of Lyon

FAQs

Is Dr. Francesc Graus board-certified?

Yes, he is board-certified in Neurology in Spain and is a recognized international expert in neuro-oncology.

What conditions does he treat?

He treats brain tumors such as gliomas and CNS lymphomas, as well as paraneoplastic neurological syndromes and cancer therapy-related neurotoxicities.

Does he treat international patients?

Yes, Dr. Graus accepts international patients and provides online pre-consultations through Hospital Quirón Barcelona.

How long is the typical hospital stay?

Hospital stay depends on diagnostic complexity and treatment plan; tailored care is provided for each patient.

What languages does he speak?

He speaks Spanish and English. Support is also available in Catalan, French, Italian, and Portuguese.

Is he involved in clinical research?

Yes, he is a prolific researcher in neuro-oncology, with major contributions to diagnostic neurology and cancer-associated neurological syndromes.

Can I request a second opinion remotely?

Yes, he offers remote second opinions for patients worldwide through a secure virtual consultation platform.