Techniques that reduce recovery time and postoperative complications.
Complete evaluation and continuous monitoring by a multidisciplinary team.
Advanced surgical equipment for safe and effective procedures.
Surgeons with distinguished experience in the treatment of digestive and general pathologies.
Easy access and referral in Galicia for general and digestive surgery.
General and Digestive Surgery in Vigo
At Ribera Povisa Hospital in Vigo, the General and Digestive Surgery Department offers specialized care in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of digestive system diseases and other general pathologies. Our team of surgeons employs advanced techniques, including laparoscopic surgery, to ensure safe procedures and rapid recovery. Committed to medical excellence, we offer a comprehensive and personalized approach to each patient.
Meet our team of surgeons
Dr. Antonio
Climent Aira
Head of General Surgery Service
Dr. Alfredo
Estévez Diz
Head of General Surgery Section
Dr. Irene Aguirrezabalaga Martínez
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Carlos J.
Magdalena López
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Victor M.
Martín Mosquera
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Lara Martínez Domínguez
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Mr Rosa Otero Bueno
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Diego Provedo del Valle
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Laura Rodríguez Fernández
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Rocio Salgado Alvarez
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Ester Sánchez Espinel
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Alberto Toscano Novella
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Araceli Varela Mato
General Surgery Specialist
Dr. Raquel Vázquez Bouzán
General Surgery Specialist
What should you know?
What is general surgery?
General surgery is a medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and surgical treatment of multiple diseases of the digestive system, such as hernias, pathologies of the colon, gallbladder, stomach or intestine, as well as of the abdominal wall and the endocrine system. At Ribera Povisa Hospital in Vigo, we have a team of digestive system surgeons who use minimally invasive techniques and laparoscopic surgery to ensure safer, more effective procedures with faster recovery times.
Who is this consultation for? Comprehensive approach to complex pathologies
Our service is aimed at patients who require a detailed diagnosis of various pathologies. This includes everything from inflammatory diseases to tumor processes. An accurate diagnosis is essential to determine the most appropriate treatment and improve clinical outcomes.
Procedures
• Colorectal surgery
We treat diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus, such as colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, and inflammatory bowel disease. Our digestive surgeons in Vigo employ advanced techniques to perform safe and effective procedures.
• Hepatobiliary-pancreatic surgery
We perform complex operations on the liver, pancreas, and bile ducts, treating tumors, cysts, and chronic diseases. This type of surgery requires a high level of specialization, which is available in our digestive surgery team at Ribera Povisa.
• Esophagogastric and metabolic surgery
We offer stomach and esophageal surgery to treat reflux, hiatal hernias, and tumors. We also perform obesity surgeries, such as sleeve gastrectomy or gastric bypass, with comprehensive follow-up.
• Abdominal wall unit
We treat abdominal hernias (inguinal, umbilical, incisional, etc.) using open or laparoscopic surgery, with the goal of achieving rapid recovery, minimal discomfort, and improved cosmetic results. Our team in Vigo specializes in minimally invasive surgery for these types of conditions.
• Endocrine surgery
We surgically treat the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands in cases of nodules, tumors, or hormonal disorders, always using a multidisciplinary approach and precision technology.
Why choose Hospital Ribera Povisa?
Advanced medicine
Professionals of recognized prestige
State-of-the-art equipment
Quality guarantee of the Ribera Group
We are Responsible Health
What do we offer you?
Surgical treatment of the colon and rectum
Colorectal surgery for conditions such as colon cancer, diverticulitis, or inflammatory bowel disease.
Liver, bile duct and pancreas surgery
Approach to tumors, cysts, and liver or pancreatic diseases using highly complex techniques.
Surgery of the esophagus and stomach
Interventions for reflux, hiatal hernia, ulcers or tumors, as well as metabolic surgery for obesity.
Hernia and abdominal wall surgery
Repair of inguinal, umbilical or incisional hernias by open or laparoscopic surgery.
Specialized endocrine surgery
Surgery on glands such as the thyroid, parathyroid, or adrenal glands for nodules, tumors, or hormonal dysfunctions.
Minimally invasive surgery in Vigo
Laparoscopic procedures that reduce postoperative pain, scarring, and speed recovery.
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