IOB: Pioneers in Oncology
The Institute of Oncology (IOB) was founded in 1998 by Dr. Baselga and Dr. Tabernero, who currently heads the Gastrointestinal Cancer Unit. Dr. Tabernero served as President of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) from 2018 to 2019 and is now a member of its Executive Board.
IOB has established a strategic partnership with Grupo Quirónsalud , Spain’s leading healthcare provider with over 60 years of experience. This collaboration combines clinical excellence with the most innovative approaches to cancer treatment, always prioritizing patient benefit.
Clinical Excellence and Research
IOB has gathered a multidisciplinary team of globally recognized oncology and hematology experts. These specialists stand out for their:
- Pioneering the design and implementation of clinical trials
- Leading the application of precision oncology
- Mastering specific oncological pathologies
- Integrating cutting-edge research into daily clinical practice
Mission and Values
IOB’s mission is to deliver excellence in comprehensive cancer care through:
- Advanced translational research
- Innovative diagnostic and prevention techniques
- Fully personalized treatments
- Emotional support for patients and their families
Core values: medical ethics, humanized care, professionalism, constant innovation, and teamwork.
Specializations
IOB experts are highly specialized in all areas of oncology:
- Breast cancer
- Thoracic tumors
- Gastrointestinal cancer
- Gynecological tumors
- Neuro-oncology
- Melanoma
- Genitourinary tumors
- Sarcomas
- Hematology
- Geriatric oncology
Reference Medical Team
IOB has assembled a prestigious team of leading specialists in their respective fields:
Dr. Josep Tabernero: Director, gastrointestinal cancer specialist
Dr. Enriqueta Felip: Head of the Lung Cancer and Head/Neck Tumors Unit
Dr. Javier García del Muro: Expert in genitourinary oncology
Dr. Teresa Macarulla: Specialist in digestive and pancreatic tumors
Dr. Aleix Prat: Head of the Breast Cancer Unit
Dr. Jaume Capdevila: Specialist in neuroendocrine and gastrointestinal tumors
IOB represents the forefront of cancer treatment, combining state-of-the-art technology with a personalized and human-centered approach for every patient.
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