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Dr. Joaquín Picazo

Verificado General Surgery Abu Dhabi

Dr. Joaquín Picazo

2 años de experiencia 5.0 (44 reseñas verificadas)

2,125+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
13
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. Joaquín Picazo at a glance

Dr. Joaquín Picazo is a General Surgery practitioner based in Abu Dhabi, Emiratos Árabes Unidos, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 36+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Abu Dhabi, Emiratos Árabes Unidos and the surrounding area.

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Dr Joaquin Picazo is a Senior Consultant, former Chairman of the Department of General Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Burjeel Medical City (2022-2025). With over 30 years of experience, he is a highly skilled surgeon specialized in general, visceral, advanced laparoscopic (key-hole) and robotic surgery.

He is specially focused in the treatment of severe focal hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating of palms, axilla and feet), in all types of hernias (inguinal, ventral), scarless cholecystectomy,  and gastrointestinal, colorectal, pancreatic and thyroid disorders.

Dr. Joaquín Picazo is a consultant in general surgery and surgical oncology (gastric, colorectal, pancreatic and thyroid cancers) with extensive experience and a distinguished academic and clinical background. He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from Murcia University (Spain, 1988) before receiving his training in General Surgery in Granada (Spain, 1990-1995), and subsequently earned a Doctorate (PhD) from Complutense University, Madrid (Spain, 1998). His commitment to professional development is evident in his completion of numerous advanced qualifications, including post-doctoral training in general and digestive surgery, certifications in bariatric and metabolic surgery and advanced trauma life support (ATLS). Additionally, he holds a Master's degree in Medical Direction and Health Care Management, and an Expert’s qualification in Clinical Units Management (Spain, 2005). Moreover, he is a fully trained robotic surgeon (certified DaVinci console surgeon).

Dr. Picazo further honed his expertise through specialised training at world-renowned institutions such as MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas (USA), and the European Pancreas Center at University Hospital in Heidelberg (Germany), focusing on pancreatic diseases.

Dr. Picazo began his practice in 1995 at Mancha-Centro Universitary Hospital in Spain, where he served in various capacities, including Attendant Surgeon, Head of the Abdominal Wall Unit, Chairman of the Teaching Commission and Board Member of the Spanish Committee for Abdominal Wall Surgery. In 2006, he obtained the national position as Vice-Chairman of Surgery.

In addition to his work in Spain, Dr. Picazo has practiced internationally, serving as a Consultant General Surgeon at a leading hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, before joining Burjeel Medical City in 2022.

Dr. Picazo is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and Fellow of the European Board of General Surgery (FEBS, Honorary). He is also a member of several prestigious professional organizations, including the European Hernia Society (EHS-GREPA), the European Association of Endoscopic Surgery (EAES), and the Spanish Surgical Association (AEC). He has played a pivotal role in research, with several personal techniques published in peer reviewed surgical journals. He has authored of more than 40 publications and 10 book chapters, and presented 120 communications to international congresses.

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“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr. Joaquín Picazo

Educación y formación

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Abu Dhabi (AE)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · General Surgery
    Universidad de Navarra, Abu Dhabi (AE)

Carrera y nombramientos

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — General Surgery

Licencias y seguros

Licencias médicas

AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#AE-259786 active · expires 2028-12-31

Certificaciones del consejo

European Board of General Surgery
#EB-35E6C05D · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Seguro de responsabilidad profesional: Allianz Professional · 3,000,000 EUR cobertura · No claims on file

Procedimientos realizados

ProcedimientoCódigoTotal acumulado
GP consultation 99213 1,335
Annual physical exam 99395 1,873
Vaccination administration 90471 329
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 886

Servicios y precios

ServicioDuraciónModalidadPrecio
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Consulta, equipo y en práctica

Joaquín Picazo
HEADSHOT
Joaquín Picazo in consultation
IN OFFICE
Joaquín Picazo with the team
WITH TEAM
Joaquín Picazo at a conference
CONFERENCE

Vídeos

introduction · 82s
Meet Joaquín Picazo

Investigación y publicaciones

índice h: 18 · i10: 13

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
    Joaquín Picazo, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.7399/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 35616987 · citado por 191
  2. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across AE
    Joaquín Picazo, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.9247/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37155101 · citado por 125
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in General Surgery
    Joaquín Picazo, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1558/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38152551 · citado por 147
  4. Long-term follow-up of General Surgery across AE
    Joaquín Picazo, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.5454/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 30070004 · citado por 73

Conferencias invitadas

  • Practical updates in General Surgery European Annual Congress (General Surgery) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in General Surgery National Society Meeting · Abu Dhabi · 2023 · oral abstract

Premios y afiliaciones

Premios

  • 🏆 Top-rated General Surgery — Abu Dhabi · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Membresías en sociedades

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Desde 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Desde 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Desde 2025

Artículos de este doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to General Surgery
  • Awareness When should you see a general surgery?

Para pacientes internacionales

Coordinador
Patient liaison · joaquin.picazo.yeste@euroclinics.example
Seguros internacionales aceptados
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Ubicación

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Reseñas de pacientes

44 reseñas verificadas
5.00
★★★★★
44 reseñas
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verificado
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verificado
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verificado
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. Joaquín Picazo's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. Joaquín Picazo treats, with the size of the national pool of Emiratos Árabes Unidos doctors offering the same care.

General Surgery

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  • What does Joaquín Picazo specialise in?

    Joaquín Picazo specialises in General Surgery in Abu Dhabi, AE. 36 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Joaquín Picazo treat?

    Joaquín Picazo treats conditions within General Surgery. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Joaquín Picazo practise?

    Joaquín Picazo practises in Abu Dhabi, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Joaquín Picazo speak?

    Joaquín Picazo speaks English, Spanish.

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