Professional Experience
Dr. Sans Cuffí’s clinical credentials include leadership in both hospital and private settings:
- Gastroenterology Specialist, Centro Médico Teknon (since 2011)
- Clinical Coordinator, Inflammatory & Systemic Autoimmune Diseases Multidisciplinary Unit (ISADMU) at Teknon (from 2016)
- Gastroenterology Specialist, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona / IDIBAPS (2004–2011)
- Ramon y Cajal Researcher and later Senior Researcher at Hospital Clínic
- Over 500 endoscopic procedures and complex diagnostics performed
Academic Contributions
- Member, Scientific Committee of European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation (ECCO)
- Coordinator of the European research project “IBDChip”
- Regular lecturer at international conferences on gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease
- Mentor and guide for trainees and junior researchers in digestive medicine
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Sans Cuffí offers expert care in a broad range of digestive health issues:
- Inflammatory bowel disease – Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (gut inflammation)
- Chronic diarrhea and malabsorption syndromes
- Chronic abdominal pain and functional gastrointestinal disorders
- Advanced endoscopic diagnostics and therapeutic interventions
Publications and Research
Dr. Sans Cuffí has published extensively in peer-reviewed international journals:
He is author of over 150 indexed articles in leading journals such as Lancet, Nature Genetics, Gut, and Gastroenterology. Key studies focus on genetic markers in IBD, endoscopic treatment outcomes, and multidisciplinary disease management.
Profiles and publication lists are indexed in PubMed, ResearchGate, and ORCID.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Sans Cuffí emphasizes a patient-centred, communicative approach:
- “I strive for personalized care and clear explanations to empower patients.”
- Focus on empathy, thorough education, and active patient participation
- Available for international patients—offering online pre-consultations and full logistical support
- Culturally sensitive care with high patient satisfaction rates
- Testimonials highlight successful management of long-standing IBD with improved quality of life
Professional Affiliations
- Catalan Society of Gastroenterology
- Spanish Association of Gastroenterology
- Spanish Working Group on Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
- American Gastroenterological Association
- Member, Scientific Committee of ECCO
FAQs
- Is Dr. Miquel Sans Cuffí board-certified?
- Yes. He is certified in Gastroenterology via the MIR program and holds a PhD with the highest distinction.
- What types of procedures does he perform?
- He performs diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopies, IBD management, and complex GI diagnostics.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. Teknon supports international patients with online consultations, translation, and care coordination.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Most endoscopic procedures are day-cases. Inflammatory bowel disease admissions vary by treatment, typically 1–3 days.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Spanish, Catalan, and English fluently.
