Hospital HM Modelo

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal surgery)

Hospital Stay

2 nights

Recovery Time

3-4 Days

Head of General Surgery

Dr. Iván Baamonde de la Torre

Laparoscopic Removal of the Gallbladder

Package Includes

Inpatient Stay: 2 Nights

Post-Op Care: 2 Days

Head of General Surgery: Dr. Iván Baamonde de la Torre

Hospital overview

Hospital HM Modelo is one of Galicia's most established and respected private hospitals and has been delivering consultant-led healthcare in the city of A Coruña since 1947. As part of the HM Hospitales Group, one of Spain's leading private healthcare providers, the hospital combines more than 75 years of clinical experience with modern medical technology and multidisciplinary specialist care. It serves both local and international patients and is recognised as a leading referral centre for complex elective surgery across northwest Spain.
The hospital offers comprehensive medical and surgical services across more than 40 specialties, with particular strengths in orthopaedics and traumatology, general and digestive surgery, gynaecology, urology, cardiology, ophthalmology, ENT surgery and oncology. Consultant-led multidisciplinary teams are supported by advanced diagnostic imaging, minimally invasive surgical techniques and modern operating theatres, enabling patients to benefit from evidence-based treatment pathways designed to optimise clinical outcomes and accelerate recovery.
Hospital HM Modelo has more than 180 inpatient beds, modern intensive care facilities, advanced MRI and CT imaging, comprehensive outpatient services and dedicated day surgery units. As part of the HM Hospitales network, it works closely with neighbouring HM hospitals throughout Galicia, providing patients with access to a broad range of specialist expertise, integrated clinical pathways and the latest advances in medical technology and research.
MMG selected Hospital HM Modelo following its independent accreditation process, recognising its long-established clinical reputation, experienced consultant teams, comprehensive range of surgical specialties, modern facilities and strong commitment to patient safety, clinical governance and high-quality consultant-led care. As one of Galicia's premier private hospitals, HM Modelo provides UK patients with access to trusted European healthcare delivered within one of Spain's most respected hospital groups.

Medical specialists

Name: Dr. Iván Baamonde de la Torre

Title: Head of Specialty

Bio: Dr Iván Baamonde de la Torre is a specialist in minimally invasive, bariatric and metabolic surgery. His practice combines advanced laparoscopy, robotic surgery and multidisciplinary obesity care, with particular expertise in gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, antireflux surgery, gallbladder surgery, colorectal procedures and abdominal wall reconstruction. He also treats complex digestive disorders requiring consultant-led surgical assessment and structured postoperative follow-up. Dr Baamonde graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Navarra before completing specialist training in General and Digestive Surgery. He broadened his international experience through a clinical rotation in the Department of Surgery at the University Hospital Centre of Nîmes in France. He has also completed advanced training in laparoscopic and robotic techniques and is accredited to operate using the da Vinci robotic surgical system. Alongside his work at HM Modelo, Dr Baamonde is associated with the General and Digestive Surgery service at the Complexo Hospitalario Universitario de Ferrol and with the Galician Health Service’s endocrine pathophysiology research group. His clinical interests include severe obesity, gastro-oesophageal reflux, gallstone disease, colorectal cancer and complex abdominal surgery. His approach prioritises minimally invasive procedures where appropriate to reduce surgical trauma, postoperative discomfort and length of hospital stay. Dr Baamonde also has an established academic and research profile. He has published 11 scientific publications spanning bariatric surgery, colorectal complications, gastric disease and laparoscopic treatment of hepatic hydatid cysts. His work has appeared in journals including Obesity Surgery, Cirugía Española and the World Journal of Gastroenterology. He has also written patient education articles explaining modern surgical options for morbid obesity. Within the MMG network, Dr Baamonde offers patients experienced consultant-led care in laparoscopic, robotic and bariatric surgery, supported by HM Modelo’s multidisciplinary facilities.

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