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Best plastic surgeons in Barcelona: TOP 6 doctors

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Javier Herrero Jover
Javier Herrero Jover
Plastic surgeon
45 years of experience
4.7
410 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Javier Herrero Jover

Plastic surgeon
45 years of experience
  • Renowned Plastic Surgeon specializing in rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation.
  • Expertise in breast enlargement, body contouring, and reconstructive surgery.
  • International practice in Spain and Brazil, enhancing global expertise.
  • Pioneer in using 3D visualization for surgical planning in plastic surgery.
  • President of the Mediterranean Institute of Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery.
  • Board-certified in general medicine and a specialty in plastic surgery.
  • Professional memberships in Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery, EuroPACS, and more.
  • Offers online consultations for patients seeking plastic surgery treatments.
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Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Before and After Pictures
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Federico Hernandez Alfaro
Federico Hernandez Alfaro
Oral and maxillofacial surgeon
31 years of experience
4.7
410 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Federico Hernandez Alfaro

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon
31 years of experience

Head of the dental surgery and implantology Institute, maxillofacial surgeon

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Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Before and After Pictures
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Rhinoplasty (nose job)
Vicente Paloma
Vicente Paloma
Plastic surgeon
37 years of experience
4.7
410 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Centro Médico Teknon

Vicente Paloma

Plastic surgeon
37 years of experience
  • Renowned Plastic Surgeon specialized in revision rhinoplasty procedures.
  • Recognized among Europe's top rhinoplasty surgeons.
  • Leads plastic surgery team at Centro Medico Teknon since 1997.
  • Included in Forbes' list of the 100 best doctors in Spain.
  • Over 30 years of experience in plastic and aesthetic surgery.
  • Internationally practiced in countries across Europe.
  • Professional memberships signify commitment to plastic surgery excellence.
  • Offers online consultations for plastic surgery inquiries.
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Hair transplant
Before and After Pictures
Hair transplant
Mireia Ruiz Castilla
Mireia Ruiz Castilla
Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience
4.3
6 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Hospital Quiron Barcelona

Mireia Ruiz Castilla

Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience

Dr. Ruiz Castilla is a prestigious specialist in plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, ranked among the top 5 plastic surgeons in Spain by Forbes magazine in 2018, 2019 and 2020. She has more than 15 years of experience in the profession and extensive training in various specialties. In this sense, he has extensive experience in the medical and surgical treatment of breast pathology, skin oncology, burns, facial fractures, hand surgery and skin changes, using both traditional and microsurgical techniques.

She is currently Head of the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Service at the Quironsalud Hospital of Barcelona and Head of the Plastic Surgery Service at the Dexeus University Hospital since November 2021.

Throughout his career, he has combined public health work with teaching, and has also carried out important outreach and research work. She has authored and co-authored numerous scientific articles and publications, and is a regular speaker at specialized conferences. She is also involved as an investigator in several lines of research in the field of monitoring and using new treatments for burn patients.

Dr. Ruiz has practiced in prestigious national and international centers and currently directs her own Institute of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Institut Ruiz Castilla.

Professional experience

1998–2004: Degree in Medicine and Surgery at the Autonomous University of Barcelona

2005–2010: Specialized residency in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery

2009-2010: Master's degree entitled "Expert in Microsurgical Techniques. XII Theoretical and Practical Course in Microsurgical Techniques". Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Department, Sabadell Hospital. (Director: Dr. J. Ramon Solé)

2018 PhD in Surgery - Autonomous University of Barcelona: "The role of the IL33/ST2 axis in burn patients", unanimously awarded Summa Cum Laude.

2018 Robotic Surgery Course at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Lorraine, France.

Professional career

2016 – present: Head of Service, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Quirónsalud Barcelona Hospital

2010 – 2018 Specialist in the Plastic, Reconstructive and Burns Surgery Service at the Vall d'Hebron University Hospital.

2013 – 2017 Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Center, Mataró.

Extensive experience in medical and surgical treatment of breast pathology, skin oncology, burns, facial fractures, hand surgery and altered skin using both traditional and microsurgical methods.

Participation in the world's first total face transplant.

Participation in the second face transplant at the Vall d'Hebron Hospital.

Membership in scientific societies

Member of the Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Member of the Catalan Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Founding member of the Women's Organization of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery of Spain (WOPRASS).

Research and Teaching

Teaching Assistant for the Plastic Surgery Course at the Faculty of Medicine at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Teaching Unit: Vall d'Hebron)

Lecturer in the course on comprehensive care of burn patients, part of the postgraduate course entitled "Nursing care for people with burns", University Hospital Vall d'Hebron

Lecturer in the course on comprehensive treatment of burn patients (Josep Trueta University Hospital) 2010

Organiser of the International Conference on Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, London, 11-12 March.

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Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano
Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano
Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience
4.3
6 reviews
Spain, Barcelona
Hospital Quiron Barcelona

Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano

Plastic surgeon
15 years of experience

Some words about me

My interest in plastic surgery arose from a passion for creative work that requires solutions, an individual approach and a commitment to excellence.

I have been fortunate to work with outstanding specialists who possess not only high technical skills but also exceptional human qualities. My goal is to match this level and apply the best methods in my practice.

I am currently part of a young and dynamic team of motivated professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality of medical care to our patients.

Education and qualifications

🔹 Specialist in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery (MIR training) - Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona
🔹 Clinical Biochemistry Specialist (MIR training) – Comprehensive University Hospital of A Coruña
🔹 Master in Aesthetic Medicine and HealthUniversity of Barcelona
🔹 Master in Integration and Clinical Problem Solving in MedicineUniversity of Alcalá
🔹 Master in Biostatistics, Informatics and Telemedicine in Clinical Practice and Health ManagementUNED
🔹 Master in Molecular Biology and Cellular GeneticsUniversity of A Coruña
🔹 Biostatistician and Medical Research Analysis SpecialistUNED
🔹 Expert in statistics and interpretation of medical researchUNED
🔹 Health informatics and telemedicine expertUNED
🔹 Diploma in Scientific Research MethodologyOMS Training Fund
🔹 Microsurgical Technique CourseParc Taulí Foundation, Sabadell
🔹 Medical and Surgical DegreeCentral University of Venezuela

Professional activity

🔹 Worked in public and private medical centers as a specialist and teacher:
University Hospital of A Coruña
Virgen de Xunqueira Hospital
Imperial College London
Quirónsalud Hospital Barcelona (currently)

Membership in professional associations

College of Physicians of Barcelona
General Medical Council (UK)
Member of the Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SECPRE)
Member of the Catalan Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SCCPRE)
Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

📌 Participation in numerous courses and congresses on plastic and aesthetic surgery.
📌 Author and co-author of scientific publications , including a chapter in a specialized medical book.

🔗 SECPRE – Spanish Society of Plastic Surgery
🔗 SCCPRE – Catalan Society of Plastic Surgery
🔗 American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

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Dr. Ramazan Arslan is an aesthetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgeon based in Istanbul, Turkey. His areas of expertise include facial aesthetics, breast and body contouring, and microsurgery. 

Dr. Arslan completed his medical education in 2015 and has since worked at leading institutions in Turkey. He has published research in international journals and presented at national congresses.

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