Head of General & Digestive Surgery Department
Expert in Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery
Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid
Professional Summary
Dr. César Canales is a highly distinguished General and Digestive Surgeon with over 30 years of clinical and surgical experience. He is currently the Head of the General and Digestive Surgery Department and leads the Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery Unit at Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid.
Recognized among the top surgeons in Spain, Dr. Canales specializes in advanced minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and robotic surgery, offering precise, safe, and faster-recovery solutions for complex abdominal conditions.
Areas of Expertise
- Advanced laparoscopic surgery
- Robotic surgery (Da Vinci system)
- Digestive oncology (colon, stomach, liver)
- Abdominal wall surgery (hernia, complex reconstruction)
- Minimally invasive gastrointestinal procedures
- Emergency and complex digestive surgery
Professional Experience
- Head of General & Digestive Surgery Department
Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid
(2015 – Present) - Head of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgery Unit
Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid
(2015 – Present) - Attending Surgeon
Hospital Ruber Internacional, Madrid
(1981 – 2015) - General & Digestive Surgeon
Clínica Moncloa, Madrid
(2006 – 2014) - Head of General & Digestive Surgery Department
Air Force Hospital, Madrid
(1999 – 2006) - Head of General & Digestive Surgery Section
Air Force Hospital, Madrid
(1996 – 1999) - Head of Surgery – Multinational Division
Spanish Base Hospital, Bagram, Afghanistan
(2002 – Mission Enduring Freedom)
Education & Qualifications
- PhD in Medicine and Surgery (Cum Laude)
Autonomous University of Madrid - MD, Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (Honors)
Complutense University of Madrid - Specialist in General and Digestive Surgery
Gregorio Marañón University Hospital, Madrid - Certified Specialist – Military Medical Corps (Air Force)
- Successfully passed National Competitive Examination – Air Force Medical Corps
Academic & Teaching Activity
Dr. Canales has an extensive academic career, actively contributing to the training of future surgeons:
- Associate Professor of Surgery – Complutense University of Madrid
- Board Member – Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine (UCM)
- Honorary Clinical Professor – University of Alcalá de Henares
- Professor of Surgery – European University
- Professor of Medical-Surgical Nursing – CEU Air Force Hospital
He has also participated as a faculty member in 16+ specialized training courses in surgery.
Courses & Advanced Training
- Microsurgery Course – Gregorio Marañón Hospital, Madrid
- Laparoscopic Surgery Training – Ramón y Cajal Hospital
- Clinical Management Program – Instituto de Empresa (IE Business School)
Research & Publications
- Author and co-author of 70+ scientific publications (national & international)
- Contributor to 12 medical book chapters
- Author of the reference book:
“Manual of Surgery” (McGraw-Hill Interamericana) – widely used in universities
Awards & Recognition
- Forbes Magazine – Top 100 Doctors in Spain (2024)
- Ranked among the Top 5 General & Digestive Surgeons in Spain (2021–2024)
- La Razón – Doctor of the Year (2024)
- El Confidencial – Best Doctors in Spain (2025, General & Digestive Surgery)
Clinical Approach
Dr. Canales is known for combining:
- Cutting-edge minimally invasive techniques
- Precision surgical planning
- Fast recovery protocols
- Patient-centered care
His approach focuses on achieving optimal clinical outcomes while minimizing surgical impact and recovery time.
Why Choose Dr. César Canales
- 30+ years of surgical experience
- Leader in laparoscopic and robotic surgery in Spain
- Recognized among the best surgeons nationally
- Extensive academic and research background
- Proven expertise in complex and oncological digestive cases