When I look back, I clearly remember the moments that made me understand that urology was not just a medical specialty for me: it was a way of serving. Throughout all these years as a urologist, each patient has reminded me of something essential: behind every diagnosis there is a person with their own story.
Every November, Movember invites us to look directly at a topic that should be part of everyday conversation but is still a taboo for many men: our health. Beyond the symbolic moustaches, this international initiative aims to promote dialogue and raise awareness about essential issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and, above
These past few days, I’ve had the privilege of experiencing one of the most exciting moments of my professional career. Together with my team at ROC Clinic, we have led the first telesurgery ever performed in Spain between two different locations in Madrid, and the first telesurgery between two European Union countries (Belgium–Spain), carried out
There are moments that mark a before and after in the history of medicine — and this has been one of them. Our team at ROC Clinic has performed the first robotic surgery telementoring in Europe, a milestone that demonstrates how far technology can go in connecting knowledge, bridging distances, and improving patient care. The
On September 25–26, 2025, Madrid became the epicenter of global urology with the celebration of the eighth edition of the International Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms & Stones Congress (ILUTS25). As the organizer of this congress, I can only express my immense pride and satisfaction in witnessing how this project continues to grow year after year,
Yesterday was one of those intense and stimulating days that remind you why you chose this profession. We performed four robotic radical prostatectomies using three different platforms: the Da Vinci Xi robot, the Da Vinci SP (Single Port)—both from Intuitive—and Medtronic’s Hugo RAS system. Three robots with the same goal: operating with minimal invasiveness and
These past few days, I’ve had the privilege of participating in an advanced robotic surgery course using the Da Vinci Single Port system at IRCAD, the prestigious research and training center for minimally invasive surgery, located at the Civil Hospital and university campus in Strasbourg, France. It’s a place where innovation, knowledge, and experience converge
On May 29th and 30th, I had the privilege of co-directing, alongside Professor Antonio Alcaraz, the first edition of the Recordati Urology Meeting (RUM), held in Seville (Spain). This pioneering event has marked a turning point in international scientific exchange within the field of urology. With the support of the Spanish Association of Urology (AEU),
On May 2, 2025, I received with great emotion and deep gratitude an official letter from the American Confederation of Urology (CAU), signed by its Secretary General, Dr. Alejandro Rodríguez. In it, I was informed that I have been distinguished as an Honorary Member of the CAU, in recognition of my professional career, my contribution
I am honored to have been named one of the Top 50 Doctors in Spain in the Top Doctors Awards 2024, a distinction I receive with humility and deep gratitude. This recognition highlights many years of work, commitment, and dedication to my patients and to the field of urology, and it adds to the appreciation
It has been an honor for me and the entire ROC Clinic team to participate once again in the Annual European Association of Urology (EAU) Congress, held this year in Madrid from March 21 to 24. This event is one of the most important gatherings in the field of urology worldwide and offers a unique
From 2 to 5 October, I had the honour of participating in the Annual Congress of the American Confederation of Urology CAU2024, held in Punta Cana (Dominican Republic). This event brought together urology experts and professionals from all over the world, allowing for an enriching exchange of knowledge and the presentation of the latest innovations
On September 26th and 27th, 2024, we held the seventh edition of the International Lower Urinary Symptoms and Stones Congress (ILUTS 2024). As the organizer of this scientific event, I can proudly say that this edition was a true success and an enriching experience for all of us who are part of the urological community.
Dr. Javier Romero Otero has recently been appointed as Academic Urologist of the European Association of Urology (EAU), a recognition that marks a new milestone in Dr. Romero-Otero’s outstanding contributions to the field of urology. Dr. Romero Otero has expressed his deepest gratitude to all those who have played a fundamental role in his professional
Dr. Javier Romero Otero has been appointed as a member of the Board of Trustees of the International Medical Sciences Award Doctor Juan Abarca (Abarca Prize). The Abarca Prize is an annual award granted by the HM Hospitales Research Foundation to recognize the work of an internationally renowned scientist who has achieved a biomedical breakthrough
Last April 25th and 26th, I had the pleasure to attend as a teacher to the ESU-ESUT Masterclass on Operative Management of Benign Prostatic Obstruction, organized by the European Association of Urology in Como, Milan (Italy). My participation as instructor of this complete masterclass has been the following: Prostatic enucleation with thulium fiber laser with
Once again this year, I have had the pleasure of enjoying an exciting week at the EAU Congress 2024, organized by the European Association of Urology, from April 5 to 8, in Paris. It is the most relevant European scientific meeting in urology and, therefore, it is a great pride to attend this meeting along
Last April 11th, 12th and 13th I had the opportunity to participate in the I International Advanced Course on Laser Energy Management in Prostate Enucleation, organized by CIA Urology 2024 in Arequipa, Peru. The event, aimed at professionals and students of Urology, was endorsed by Sociedad Peruana de Urología and was attended by international urologists
On March 21st, I had the honor of being part of the BPH Laser Enucleation Advisory Board 2024 at the OIympus headquarters in Hamburg (Germany). This event brought together some of the world experts in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia such as Dr. Dmitry Enikeev, Dr. Thorsten Bach, and Dr. Mathieu Coscarella together with
The Spanish Association of Urology (AEU) and the Foundation for Research in Urology (FIU) announce 2 training grants for urologists resident in Latin America and members of the American Confederation of Urology CAU, of 10.000€ each, to rotate in ROC Clinic for a period of 4 to 6 months. Rotation Fellowship Programme: The urologist will
The past 8,9 and 10 February we attended the ESSM Congress 2024, organized by the European Society for Sexual Medicine, in Bari (Italy), whose program has had very current and interesting topics such as: sex, artificial intelligence and metaverse or advances in transgender health care, among a wide variety of topics. Members of the Andrology
On December 14 and 15, the city of Hamburg once again became the epicenter of medical innovation, hosting the “BPH Innovation Forum 2023”. This event, organized in detail by Olympus Medical System EMEA, once again brought together leading healthcare professionals and experts to explore the latest discoveries in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).
The ninth edition of the Merco Healthcare Reputation Monitor 2023 (MRS), places Dr. Javier Romero-Otero-Otero among the urologists with the best reputation in Spain, occupying the fourth place in the ranking. Likewise, the Urology Service of Hospital Universitario HM Sanchinarro, which Dr. Romero-Otero-Otero heads, is in thirteenth place among the hospital services with the best
The 21st Meeting of the Association of Academic European Urologists (AAEU), organized by the European Association of Urology (EAU), took place from November 30 to December 3, 2023 on the beautiful island of Tenerife. The meeting has brought together leading urology professionals from around the world, creating a unique space for the exchange of knowledge
On November 13 took place the 1st edition of the Merco Awards – Health Observatory (OdS), a space that recognizes excellence in the Spanish health sector and in which I have been nominated as a finalist for the doctor with the best reputation in Spain in Urology. This recognition highlights the excellence of my work
Forbes magazine publishes its new edition of Best Doctors 2023 in which, once again, I have been recognized as one of the best urologists in Spain. Medicine requires great dedication, commitment and passion for the health and well-being of patients. In the field of Urology, excellence is the standard, so being recognized as one of
Yesterday, November 2, took place the meeting “Salud en Masculino” organized by Diario ABC and ROC Clinic. This event was endorsed by two of the most important associations in the field of Urology: the Spanish Association of Urology and the American Confederation of Urology. In this forum we transmit clear and direct messages about the importance of prevention
From October 4 to 7 I was invited to the XLII Congress of the American Confederation of Urology, in Santiago de Chile. An event of high scientific content of contemporary urology, which has been held with great success every year, where I had the opportunity to speak at the symposium of the Spanish Association of
From September 11 to 15, the XXIX International Practical Course in Urological Endourology and Laparoscopy – Minimally Invasive Urology – Surgical Intensive Course was held in Valencia, Venezuela.
On the occasion of World Prostate Cancer Day, celebrated on June 11th, ROC Clinic held the 1st Prostate Cancer Forum in collaboration with the newspaper La Razón at the newspaper’s headquarters last Wednesday at 17:30. The event is available online for those who wish to watch it later through this link. The newsletter supplement “A
