IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic
Urology
Specialists in prevention, diagnosis and treatment of urinary tract diseases, in women and men, and of the male reproductive system.
¿Why choose IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic?
Personalised and holistic care
The Urology Service at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic is there for our patients at all stages of life; it combines scientific rigour with friendly and respectful treatment to guarantee each patient’s wellbeing and peace-of-mind. It comes as no surprise that we have been striving since 2003 to focus on the needs for change in the care for our urological patients.
Technology combined with expertise
Our team of urologists are committed to state-of-the-art technology to transform the experience and outcomes of our patients. We have robotic surgery, lithotripsy, AquaBeam, micro-ultrasound biopsy and MRI fusion imaging. Tools that allow us to offer more precise diagnosis and fully personalised treatments.
Robotic surgery is a technology that provides pinpoint accuracy in each intervention, minimising the damage to healthy tissues, reducing postoperative pain, bleeding and the risk of complications. Consequently, the procedures are more accurate, meaning much quicker recovery and improving both the functionality and quality of life of each patient.
Combining the latest technological solutions with the expertise of our team greatly increases the safety and successful outcomes in each step of the care process.
Specialists in all areas of urology
Our urologists have specific training in urological oncology, stones, andrology, pelvic floor, functional urology and other sub-specialities. Each case is treated by experts with in-depth knowledge of the condition and its therapeutic alternatives.
Supportive and approachable
The patient is at the heart of the process, from the first appointment to the subsequent follow-up, addressing questions and providing information that is always clear, accessible and understandable.
Research and ongoing training
We take part in clinical research projects and ensure we stay up-to-date, so that we can apply the latest advancements of the sector and guarantee care quality and excellence. Our specialists are leading experts in oncology, stones and pelvic floor; the service has become a referral centre to train new urologists who visit us each year from different parts of the world.
Cutting-edge technology to treat urological conditions
Our Urology Service is committed to innovation and excellence, by incorporating state-of-the-art technologies, such as robotic surgery, lithotripsy, AquaBeam, micro-ultrasound biopsy and MRI fusion imaging, focal therapy to treat low and medium risk prostate cancer, and high-precision 3D imaging systems for keyhole and robotic surgery.
These tools enable more accurate diagnosis and procedures that are personalised, less invasive and which reduce the risk of complications.
The outcome: safer surgeries, greater surgical precision and much faster recovery, transforming the experience and wellbeing of our patients.
Our urology services and treatments
We offer specialist care in urological conditions and are committed to using highly effective techniques with minimum impact on the patient. Our goal is to meet each need by using less invasive and advanced procedures, which reduce pain, speed up recovery and improve quality of life. Thanks to the latest advances, we treat a large range of urological problems with personalised, safe solutions and with excellent functional outcomes.
Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, particularly among over 50s. It is usually symptom free in its first stages; early diagnosis by means of PSA; rectal examination and advanced imaging techniques is therefore fundamental.
We offer active monitoring for low-risk cases, along with robotic surgery, radiotherapy and target therapies personalised for each patient. We closely monitor patient post-treatment to guarantee the management of the condition and the quality of life. Trailblazers in Spain with 20 years’ experience in robotic surgery.
Kidney stones
Kidney stones, formed by deposits of mineral stones, can cause severe back pain, infections and blood in urine.
We use ultrasound and CAT scans, and urine analysis to identify the type and size of the stone and to decide the best treatment option: medication, extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy or minimally invasive surgery.
We also personalise prevention to reduce the risk of recurrence. We are a referral centre in the treatment of urinary stones with a full range of technology at our disposal.
Male lower urinary tract symptoms
Prostate growth can be associated with problems to pass urine, usually a weak flow or the feeling of incomplete emptying of the bladder, which is very frequent among men over 50 years old.
We assess each case with a complete medical history, symptom questionnaires, analytic and imaging tests; the consultation focus is on swift resolution, with a range of treatment from medication, minimally invasive treatments using iTind or Rezum, to unblocking surgery with different lasers or the Aquabeam robot to treat urinary blockages, robotic and keyhole surgery for complex or standard cases; the emphasis is always to ensure the maximum satisfaction of each patient and at each stage of life, by improving symptoms and with the least possible impact.
Andrology and sexual medicine
We treat problems such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation, Peyronie’s disease and male infertility with precise diagnosis and surgical, psychosexual and medical treatments adapted to each case.
We work with assisted reproduction, psychology and endocrinology specialist, to ensure a personalised and holistic approach. We also have extensive experience in penile implants.
Urinary incontinence and pelvic floor
We treat mixed, urge and stress urinary incontinence – in men and women –, along with pelvic prolapse. We apply diagnostic techniques including perineal ultrasound scans and urodynamic testing, personalised therapies that include bladder retraining and neuromodulation; rehabilitation and physiotherapy are always the basis for any treatment.
When necessary, we perform reconstructive surgery (TOT colposuspension, sacrocolpopexy, artificial urinary sphincter) as required by each case. Our goal: improving the quality of life with effective and minimally invasive treatments.
Professionalism and experience in Bilbao
Our medical team is made up of highly experienced urologists, who are internationally and nationally renowned for their clinical experience and their dedication to excellence in care. Professionals committed to their own ongoing training and of new professionals, thanks to partnerships with different education centres.
Their work is underpinned by a multidisciplinary team that is constantly interacting with specialists from other areas, including oncology, radiology and different medical fields; this ensures a holistic and coordinated approach to each patient.
Meet our urologists
Gamarra Quintanilla, Mikel Gotzon
Gamarra Quintanilla, Mikel Gotzon
Dr. Gamarra is a urologist and is a member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic.
He is a coordinator of the Holistic Lithotripsy Unit and a specialist in keyhole surgery and endourology, and was a trailblazer in introducing robotic surgery in the Basque Country in 2006; he is known for running courses and lecturing in robotic surgery at centres throughout Spain.
This expert in diagnosing and treating urological cancer using cutting-edge techniques and technology is a professor on the Medical Degree at Deusto University and tutors in endourological stone removal and HBP.
He is a speaker and moderator at conferences and keynote lectures in Spain.
He is a member of the Spanish Association of Urology and the European Association of Urology, and has been a member of the Basque Urology Society.
Languages: Spanish and Basque
Pereira Arias, José Gregorio
Pereira Arias, José Gregorio
Dr. Pereira is a urologist, a founding member and the Bilbao Clinical Urology Chief of Service at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic.
He has a proven track record in leading hospitals in Bizkaia and has been a trailblazer in the rolling out of robotic and keyhole urology surgery in the Basque Country; he is known for his extensive experience in the holistic treatment of stones in adults and children, and for applying minimally invasive techniques for prostate cancer and cryotherapy.
He has headed the Robotic Surgery Unit at the clinic since 2006 and has notched up over 1000 interventions with the Da Vinci system; he is a nationally known for training in and developing robotic surgery.
He has a robust track record as a university coordinator and is a regular speaker at international and national conferences.
He is an active member of the main scientific societies of the sector, including the Spanish Association of Urology and Basque Urology Association.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Mora Christian, Jorge
Mora Christian, Jorge
Dr. Mora is a urologist and is a member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic; he specialises in the holistic approach to the formation of stones by means of metabolic diagnosis and treatment using endourological techniques and minimally invasive surgery.
He is the founder and head of the Clinic’s Urodynamics Units, and is a leader in the treatment of urinary incontinence of both sexes, prolapse of pelvic organs, and urinary disorders.
He addresses from a personalised approach the cases of benign prostate hyperplasia and urinary disorders in men and women, using advanced technologies such as laser and Aquablation.
He is a professor at the Faculty of Medicine at Deusto University.
He chairs the Basque Urology Society.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Sánchez Vázquez, Andrea
Sánchez Vázquez, Andrea
Dr. Sánchez is a urologist and is a member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic.
She is a specialist in minimally invasive urological, endourological, keyhole and robotic surgery after training at the prestigious Indisa Clinic in Santiago (Chile).
She approaches the holistic resolution of stone management by applying the most appropriate minimally invasive technique in each case, along with diagnosing and treating bladder and prostate cancer.
She is a professor in the Urology Department at the Faculty of Medicine of Deusto University and lectures at Santiago University.
She has developed training initiatives in endourology with Pelvitrainer and microsurgery.
She is a member of the leading national and international urology societies.
Urdaneta Salegui, Felipe
Urdaneta Salegui, Felipe
Dr. Urdaneta is a urologist specialising in diagnosing and treating prostate cancer.
Since 2015, he has been a member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic and has developed holistic care based on endoscopic techniques for managing stones and benign prostate hyperplasia.
He is known for his interest in uro-oncology and for applying minimally invasive techniques such as keyhole and robotic surgery.
He is a member of the Spanish Association of Urology, the Basque Urology Society and the European Association of Urology.
He is also a professor in the Urology Department at the Faculty of Medicine of Deusto University.
García-Olaverri Rodríguez, Jorge
García-Olaverri Rodríguez, Jorge
Professional with a proven track record in the field of Urology Oncology.
Dr. García-Olaverri is a urology specialist and has extensive experience in advanced surgical techniques, including kidney transplant, robotic and keyhole surgery.
His clinical approach combines surgical precision with a holistic approach to the patient, consolidating his reputation as a leader in the treatment of complex urological conditions.
Graduated in Medicine and Surgery by the University of the Basque Country.
Languages: Spanish, Basque and English.
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Rius Bilbao, Leire
Rius Bilbao, Leire
Dr. Leire Rius is a urologist and is a member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic.
She graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of the Basque Country and has been a Urology specialist since 2017; her career is noted for her involvement in research and lecturing.
She is the author of scientific articles in indexed international journals on the detection and diagnosis of prostate cancer and validation of diagnostic tools.
She takes part in multi-centric projects and research contracts related to the clinical effectiveness and diagnosis of urological conditions, such as erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation and prostate cancer, while also producing cost-effectiveness studies.
Natal Álvarez, Fernando
Natal Álvarez, Fernando
Dr. Natal is a urologist and is a member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic.
He specialises in diagnosing and treating urology pathology with a particular focus on urology oncology, benign prostate hyperplasia and stones.
He uses minimally invasive surgical and endourological techniques in daily practice. Fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU).
Member of the Basque Urology Society, the European Association of Urology and the Spanish Association of Urology, he has been involved in international and national multi-centre projects.
Languages: Spanish and French.
Franco Maldonado, Óscar
Franco Maldonado, Óscar
Specialist in laser, robotic and keyhole urological surgery, and in the holistic treatment of urological conditions. Graduated in Medicine and Surgery.
Languages: Spanish and English.
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Estradé Suárez, Oskar
Estradé Suárez, Oskar
Specialist in minimally invasive urology surgery, with experience in advanced laser, endourology and robotic surgery techniques.
Graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of the Basque Country.
Languages: Spanish, English and Basque
Robalino Aldaz, Jorge
Robalino Aldaz, Jorge
Dr. Jorge Robalino graduated in Medicine from Guayaquil University and specialised in Urology during his residency at the Puigvert Foundation-Autonomous University of Barcelona between 2019 and 2024.
He is a fellow of the European Board of Urology (FEBU) and member of the Spanish Association of Urology, the European Association of Urology, the Ibero-American Society of Neuro-Urology and Uro-Gynaecology, and the International Continence Society.
He is noted for his research activity as the author and co-author of scientific publications in indexed international journals and for his many papers at international and national conferences.
He also takes part in multi-centre research projects.
Languages: Spanish and English.
Rodríguez Cadenas, Sonia
Rodríguez Cadenas, Sonia
Dr. Rodriguez is a urologist and member of the Bilbao Clinical Urology team at the IMQ Zorrotzaurre Clinic; her work focuses on diagnosing and treating benign prostate hyperplasia and urology oncology.
She is a member of the Spanish Association of Urology, the European Association of Urology and the Basque Urology Association.
She has also run over 20 courses in urological surgery, managing stones and symptoms of the tract.
Testing and diagnostics
We conduct a wide range of diagnostic tests using advanced technology, in order to accurately pinpoint the source of the urological symptoms and plan the most appropriate treatment.
Thanks to these modern tools, we can obtain a detailed assessment of the state of the urinary tract, the prostate and renal function, or the health of the pelvic floor, among other key aspects for patient wellbeing.
Urology ultrasound scans (kidney, bladder, prostate)
A quick and painless test that allows us to see the state of the kidneys, bladder or prostate in real time.
Flowmetry
It measures the speed and volume of the urinary flow to assess possible urinary tract obstructions.
Urodynamics
It studies the functioning of the bladder and urethra, which is useful in cases of incontinence, urinary urge or difficult to urinate.
Prostate biopsy with high-resolution micro-ultrasounds (EXActVu)
It allows the prostate tissue to be viewed with greater resolution than a normal ultrasound; this enables malignant to be differentiated from normal tissue and sample of prostate tissue to be obtained to be tested when cancer is suspected.
Fusion prostate biopsy
Advanced technology that combines multi-parametric magnetic resonance imaging with ultrasounds for more precise locating of the suspicious lesions, which increases efficiency and reduces unnecessary biopsies.
CAT / MRI / PET
In conjunction with the Diagnostic Imaging Service, we offer access to advanced testing for precise studies of the most complex urological conditions.
Specific laboratory screening
Tests such as the PSA, urine analysis or cultures provide key data to complete the diagnostic study.
Cystoscopy
Visual examination of the inside of the bladder using a tiny scope, used to assess bleeding, recurrent infections and bladder tumours.