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Surgeon with Da Vinci robotic surgery system at Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes clinic

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Surgeon operating Da Vinci robotic surgery system at Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes clinic

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Spain, Madrid

Cholelithiasis Treatment in Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes

About the clinic

Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes in Madrid, Spain, provides advanced surgical care for cholelithiasis using minimally invasive and robotic techniques. Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes Marchán brings over 20 years of experience to the practice and holds the Doctor of the Year 2025 award for innovation in robotic digestive surgery. The clinic uses the Da Vinci 5 robotic system and 3D reconstruction for precise surgical planning.

Diagnostics for gallbladder stones

The diagnostic process identifies the size, number, and location of stones to determine the best surgical approach. Patients typically undergo one or more of the following tests:

Abdominal ultrasound. This is the standard first step to visualize stones in the gallbladder.
CT scan. This provides detailed images of the abdominal organs and surrounding structures.
Magnetic resonance cholangiopancreatography (MRCP). This non-invasive MRI technique focuses on the bile and pancreatic ducts.
Endoscopic ultrasound. A specialized probe helps detect small stones that other scans might miss.

Surgical treatment options

Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes Marchán offers five distinct surgical methods tailored to the patient's needs. The clinic specializes in both traditional removal and organ-preserving techniques.

Robotic cholecystectomy. Using the Da Vinci 5 system, the surgeon performs the procedure with 3D visualization and fluorescence imaging for high precision.
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This gold standard removal uses small incisions, including a single-port umbilical option to hide the scar.
Gallbladder preservation surgery. The surgeon extracts the stones using a holmium laser while keeping the gallbladder intact to maintain digestive function.
Laser lithotripsy for bile duct stones. This method uses an ultrathin camera and holmium laser to fragment stones in the bile duct during the main surgery.
Low-impact laparoscopic surgery. This technique uses 2mm incisions and low-pressure air, which helps reduce pain and allows for outpatient recovery.

Expertise and clinic features

Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes Marchán is the Head of General and Digestive Surgery at Hospital Ruber Internacional. The doctor has published over 55 international papers and is a member of the Society of Robotic Surgery. The clinic offers a second opinion in under 72 hours and maintains direct 24/7 contact between the patient and the surgeon. These services are backed by accreditations from the International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association and the Asociación Española de Cirujanos.

To learn more about gallbladder treatment or to review your case with the specialist, you may request a consultation on Bookimed.

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Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes: more details about the clinic

Spain, Madrid

Dr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes operates a private hospital-based practice in Madrid, Spain. The practice is integrated into **Hospital Ruber Internacional** and operates within a single specialized department. It focuses on general and digestive system surgery using robotic and laparoscopic techniques.### Surgical Achievements and RecognitionDr. Santos Jiménez de los Galanes leads the practice. He received the **Doctor of the Year Award** in 2025 for innovation in robotic and digestive surgery. Six doctors form the medical team, including bariatric, metabolic, and oncologic surgeons. The staff holds memberships in major organizations:

International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
Society of Robotic Surgery
International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders

Each specialist contributes to a coordinated approach for complex abdominal conditions.

### Specialized Digestive and Oncologic CareThe clinic treats abdominal and digestive conditions with minimally invasive methods. Surgeons manage **peritoneal carcinomatosis** using robotic options and advanced techniques like HIPEC and PIPAC. For colorectal cancer with liver metastases, the team uses a **Liver First** strategy. The practice also performs robotic pancreatic surgery, often with 3D planning reconstructions.Proctology services use laser technology for hemorrhoids and fistulas. This method requires an incision of only **1 millimeter**. Patients typically go home the same day and recover within 24 to 48 hours. The team also treats anal fissures with botulinum toxin to support healing.Abdominal wall surgery highlights include:

REPA for abdominal diastasis using three small bikini-line incisions
Robotic umbilical hernia repair with individualized mesh placement
TAPP and TEP laparoscopic techniques for inguinal hernias
Single-site umbilical surgery for reduced scarring

For complex cases, surgeons may use botulinum toxin to relax abdominal muscles before closure.

### Robotic and Diagnostic TechnologiesThe clinic uses the **da Vinci** robotic system, including the newer **da Vinci 5** platform. This technology gives surgeons three-dimensional visualization. The system also uses **fluorescence** to locate blood vessels during operations, which reduces bleeding and increases precision during delicate tissue work.Endocrine surgery focuses on thyroid and parathyroid safety. The team uses **PTeye technology** to detect parathyroid glands via autofluorescence. This probe recognizes the specific signal of parathyroid tissue to prevent accidental removal. Surgeons also monitor the recurrent laryngeal nerve during operations to protect vocal function.### Services for International PatientsInternational patients have access to a dedicated scheduling workflow. Coordination is possible through WhatsApp to assist with travel needs. The clinic offers **urgent video consultations** for those who cannot visit in person. Second medical opinions are provided within **72 hours** through a digital two-step process.Preoperative preparation is central to the care process. The clinic provides guidance on nutrition, physical activity, and medication review before surgery. This aims to improve surgical outcomes and safety during recovery.

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Patient reviews

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Mar 12, 2026

I had the great pleasure of being a patient of Dr. Jiménez de los Galanes. His professionalism reassured me, and his frankness and sincerity captivated me and were the deciding factor in my decision to have surgery. I currently reside in the United States and decided to travel to Madrid to be treated and operated on by the highly skilled Dr. Jiménez de los Galanes. My life was a living hell due to the large number of gallstones that had accumulated in my gallbladder, but thanks to Dr. Jiménez de los Galanes's expertise, he, along with Almighty God, helped me get my life back. Today I am back to normal, and I thank God for bringing Dr. Jiménez de los Galanes into my life, who, in my opinion, is one of the best gastrointestinal surgeons in the modern world. Thank you, Dr. Jiménez de los Galanes, you are number one!

Jorge Fernández Alonso

Nov 5, 2025

I had my second fistula surgery, this time with Dr. Santos Jiménez, and the difference from my first experience was enormous. The first procedure (at another clinic) resulted in a very painful and slow recovery, but with Dr. Santos Jiménez, everything was different. The surgery was a success, and the recovery was incredibly fast: within hours, I felt fine, with hardly any pain. I am very grateful for his professionalism, his personal touch, and the confidence he inspires at all times. Without a doubt, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone going through something similar.

Camilo Sánchez

Apr 15, 2026

In a very difficult moment, he accompanied me with closeness and clarity.

Vasi Lazar

Mar 31, 2026

Excellent result and perfect coordination throughout the entire process

Rosa GB

Oct 24, 2025

I needed an operation and I asked for information. His secretary gave me an appointment with him without telling me anything other than the appointment. I went to see him and left waiting for a quote for the operation. When I left the doctor's office, they gave me a bill of €250 for the consultation, which I didn't know about since his secretary hadn't informed me at any time. I was stunned, not knowing where to turn because I didn't have my wallet on me or anything, so I showed the girl the conversation with his secretary, and she saw that she hadn't been informed and spoke to the doctor to see what he would do. He told me I could go. Fool me, I was waiting for a quote that never arrived because they've blocked me from everywhere and they don't answer my calls, and this man, due to a mistake by his secretary, has decided that I don't deserve to be operated on by him because I didn't go with €250, which I should have imagined I would have to pay. It's a shame that this man only sees money and doesn't think about his patients.