Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) at Hospital HM Nou Delfos, Barcelona

Hospital HM Nou Delfos is one of Barcelona's leading private hospitals and forms part of HM Hospitales, one of Spain's foremost private healthcare groups. Located in the heart of Barcelona, the hospital has provided consultant-led specialist care for more than 50 years and has earned an international reputation for combining clinical excellence with advanced medical technology. Following a major redevelopment and integration into the HM Hospitales network, HM Nou Delfos has become a multidisciplinary centre of excellence, serving both Spanish and international patients seeking high-quality elective healthcare.

The hospital offers comprehensive medical and surgical services across more than 50 specialties, with recognised expertise in orthopaedics and traumatology, neurosurgery, cardiology, cardiac surgery, general surgery, gynaecology, urology, oncology and cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. It is also home to HM CINAC (Comprehensive Neuroscience Centre), one of Europe's leading specialist neuroscience centres, recognised internationally for advanced treatment of Parkinson's disease, movement disorders and complex neurological conditions using cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques.

HM Nou Delfos occupies a modern 24,000-square-metre clinical campus equipped with advanced operating theatres, intensive care facilities, comprehensive diagnostic imaging including MRI and CT, outpatient consulting suites and specialist rehabilitation services. As part of the HM Hospitales network, patients also benefit from access to one of Spain's largest integrated private healthcare systems, combining multidisciplinary expertise, research and continuous investment in medical innovation.

MMG selected Hospital HM Nou Delfos following its independent accreditation process, recognising its outstanding consultant expertise, internationally recognised neuroscience capability, comprehensive surgical services, modern infrastructure and long-established commitment to patient safety, clinical governance and evidence-based, consultant-led healthcare.

HM Nou Delfos forms part of the wider HM Hospitales group, one of Spain’s largest private healthcare networks integrating hospitals, specialist institutes, diagnostics, outpatient care and rehabilitation services across the country. Located in central Barcelona, HM Nou Delfos is a major multidisciplinary hospital spanning more than 24,000 m² and serving both domestic and international patients across a wide range of medical and surgical specialties.

The hospital includes more than 160 inpatient beds, 11 modern operating theatres, advanced intensive care capability and a newly developed surgical block equipped for minimally invasive, robotic-assisted and complex surgical procedures. Its facilities include integrated digital operating theatres, advanced diagnostic imaging systems, a mobile intraoperative CT scanner and negative-pressure ICU units designed to optimise surgical precision, infection control and patient safety.

Clinical governance is overseen by HM Hospitales’ senior medical leadership and specialist departmental directors, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based medicine, technological investment and continuous clinical improvement. Supported by one of Spain’s most respected healthcare groups, HM Nou Delfos continues to expand its specialist capabilities while strengthening its position as one of Barcelona’s leading centres for high-complexity private healthcare and international patient treatment.

HM Nou Delfos’ reputation is built on its multidisciplinary team of internationally trained consultants and specialist surgeons covering orthopaedics, spinal surgery, neurology, cardiology, oncology and minimally invasive surgery. The hospital’s orthopaedic and trauma department has expanded significantly in recent years, combining advanced surgical expertise with modern regenerative and technology-assisted treatment approaches.

The multidisciplinary structure also includes consultant anaesthetists, rehabilitation specialists, physiotherapists, pain-management experts, radiologists and intensive care teams, ensuring integrated patient care throughout the full treatment pathway.

HM Nou Delfos offers a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services supported by advanced diagnostic imaging, minimally invasive technology and multidisciplinary specialist care. The hospital is particularly recognised for orthopaedics, spinal surgery, neurosurgery, cardiology, digestive health and complex minimally invasive procedures, providing international patients with rapid access to high-quality specialist treatment.

Key services include:

• Hip, knee and shoulder replacement surgery using minimally invasive and rapid-recovery techniques
• Sports orthopaedics including ligament reconstruction, arthroscopy and regenerative treatments
• Spinal surgery and neurosurgery supported by advanced intraoperative imaging technology
• Cardiology, digestive surgery and general surgery using minimally invasive and laparoscopic approaches

The hospital’s diagnostic infrastructure includes advanced MRI, CT, ultrasound and digital radiology systems alongside integrated surgical imaging capability. Its operating theatres include fully integrated digital surgical suites and a mobile intraoperative CT scanner supporting high-precision orthopaedic, spinal and neurosurgical procedures. HM Nou Delfos also incorporates advanced intensive care facilities, modern recovery units and technology-assisted surgical planning systems designed to optimise patient safety, surgical accuracy and post-operative outcomes.

HM Nou Delfos combines advanced surgical infrastructure, multidisciplinary specialist care and enhanced recovery protocols to deliver high standards of clinical performance across orthopaedics, spinal surgery and minimally invasive procedures. As part of the HM Hospitales group, the hospital operates under rigorous European clinical governance frameworks with continuous monitoring of patient safety, surgical outcomes and recovery performance.

• Orthopaedic surgery supported by dedicated hip, knee, shoulder, foot and ankle, spinal and sports medicine units using minimally invasive and arthroscopic techniques
• Enhanced recovery pathways designed to support mobilisation and discharge within 3–5 days for many joint replacement procedures depending on complexity and patient condition
• Advanced surgical infrastructure including 11 operating theatres, integrated digital operating rooms and intraoperative CT imaging designed to improve surgical precision and reduce complication risk
• Comprehensive perioperative care supported by 12 ICU units, 24/7 emergency capability and specialist rehabilitation teams
• More than 50 years of clinical experience and a multidisciplinary medical team of over 350 healthcare professionals across more than 40 specialties

These standards are reinforced through continuous investment in imaging, robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery technologies including 3 Tesla MRI, 160-slice CT scanning, PET-CT and EOS low-radiation orthopaedic imaging systems.

HM Nou Delfos operates under the clinical governance and patient safety frameworks of the HM Hospitales group, following rigorous European standards for surgical safety, infection control and intensive care management. Major surgical cases are managed through multidisciplinary care pathways involving surgeons, anaesthetists, radiologists and rehabilitation specialists.

The hospital maintains 24-hour consultant-led intensive care coverage supported by 12 ICU units, advanced infection-control systems and modern operating theatres equipped with integrated digital surgery technology, laminar airflow ventilation and intraoperative imaging designed to improve surgical precision and reduce complication risk.

HM Nou Delfos also follows enhanced recovery and evidence-based perioperative care protocols, supported by continuous clinical auditing, staff training and performance benchmarking across the wider HM Hospitales network.

For MMG patients, HM Nou Delfos offers fully coordinated treatment pathways including virtual pre-assessment, treatment planning, admission scheduling and post-operative follow-up. The hospital’s international patient team provides English-speaking support throughout the treatment journey, ensuring clear communication and efficient coordination at every stage.

Diagnostic imaging and pre-operative testing are typically arranged rapidly following arrival, supported by the hospital’s advanced MRI, CT and laboratory facilities. Most orthopaedic and surgical patients remain in hospital between two and five days depending on the complexity of the procedure and recovery requirements. The hospital also works closely with MMG to coordinate rehabilitation, discharge planning and return travel arrangements for international patients.

Rehabilitation at HM Nou Delfos begins as early as possible following surgery and is tailored to each patient’s procedure, mobility level and recovery objectives. Physiotherapists and rehabilitation specialists guide structured programmes focused on mobility, strength, balance and functional recovery, particularly following orthopaedic, spinal and sports injury procedures.

The hospital’s multidisciplinary rehabilitation approach combines physiotherapy, pain management and post-operative monitoring to support safe recovery and faster return to normal activity. MMG patients also receive coordinated discharge planning and ongoing recovery guidance following their return home.