Dr. Borja de Lacy is a member of the IQL team and a renowned figure in the field of general surgery in Barcelona. His specialization primarily focuses on colon and rectal surgery, as well as peritoneal diseases (peritoneal carcinomatosis). His expertise is reflected in the use of advanced and minimally invasive techniques, such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery, ensuring effective treatments that are less invasive and promote better postoperative recovery.
Dr. Borja de Lacy stands out for his commitment to patient experience. Understanding the importance of patient satisfaction, he strives to provide comprehensive care and deliver exceptional results.
He has published over 70 articles, and in 2021, he successfully defended his doctoral thesis on rectal cancer surgery, earning the CUM LAUDE distinction and the prestigious Extraordinary Doctorate Award for the 2020-2021 academic year.
With medical license number 49213, Dr. Borja de Lacy embodies excellence and dedication in the surgical field, offering outstanding care and results to his patients.
Selected publications from PubMed
Updated European guidelines for clinical management of familial adenomatous polyposis (FAP), MUTYH-associated polyposis (MAP), gastric adenocarcinoma, proximal polyposis of the stomach (GAPPS) and other rare adenomatous polyposis syndromes: a joint EHTG-ESCP revision.
Zaffaroni G, Mannucci A, Koskenvuo L, de Lacy B, Maffioli A, Bisseling T, Half E, Cavestro GM, Valle L, Ryan N, Aretz S, Brown K, Buttitta F, Carneiro F, Claber O, Blanco-Colino R, Collard M, Crosbie E, Cunha M, Doulias T, Fleming C, Heinrich H, Hüneburg R, Metras J, Nagtegaal I, Negoi I, Nielsen M, Pellino G, Ricciardiello L, Sagir A, Sánchez-Guillén L, Seppälä TT, Siersema P, Striebeck B, Sampson JR, Latchford A, Parc Y, Burn J, Möslein G
Br J Surg. 2024 May 3;111(5) doi: 10.1093/bjs/znae070.
Recurrent volvular herniation of the ileal pouch: a case report and literature review.
Cárdenas G, Bravo R, Delgado S, Jiménez M, Martínez A, Díaz del Gobbo G, de Lacy B, Lacy AM
Int J Colorectal Dis. 2016 Mar;31(3):749-50 doi: 10.1007/s00384-015-2242-6.
In 2007, Dr. James Rosser demonstrated a remarkable connection between video game skills and laparoscopic surgery proficiency. Over the years, research has evolved, diving deeper into this correlation and exploring whether gaming can actively enhance surgical skills. Today, gamification and serious games are revolutionizing laparoscopic and robotic training.
With Laptitude
Published
Sep 2026
Exploring Surgical Excellence: A Vision from Instituto Quirúrgico Lacy In this installment of "Robotics Redefined," we are joined by Dr. Borja de Lacy, Oncologic Surgeon and CEO of IQL (Instituto Quirúrgico Lacy). Through an in-depth and analytical conversation, Dr. de Lacy shares his vast experience in addressing complex gastrointestinal and oncologic pathologies, highlighting how robotic technology has redefined standards of safety and radicality in the operating room. The interview not only emphasizes the direct clinical benefits for the patient but also offers a strategic perspective on the role of leading institutions at the forefront of surgical innovation. Toward Universal Precision Surgery Beyond technical skills, Dr. de Lacy addresses the critical challenges of technological implementation, analyzing the institutional and personal barriers surgeons face when adopting robotic systems. From his dual perspective as both a clinician and a leader, he explores the necessary path to transform robotic precision from a premium service into a universal and sustainable standard of care. This session provides an essential roadmap for understanding how education, accessibility, and the ethical principles of innovation will shape the future of surgery over the next decade.
With Rob Surgical
Published
Dec 2025
Laparoscopic surgery is renowned for its challenges: the change in viewpoint, limited access, the mastery of the long instruments… On top of the technical skills, there are a range of human-factors dynamics that change. If you want to be the best laparoscopic surgeon you can be, what does the training journey look like? How do you know when you are performing well?
With Laptitude
Published
Mar 2025
Every year, 1.5 million lives are lost due to the lack of access to essential surgery; an epidemic that claims as many lives as HIV, malaria, multi-drug resistant TB, and complications from pregnancy combined. The time for change is now, and minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is the key to unlocking safer surgery for all. This episode explores how MIS, particularly laparoscopy, has the potential to revolutionize access to safe surgery worldwide.
With Laptitude
Published
Feb 2025
During this session, Dr. Borja de Lacy from Spain carried out a complex laparoscopic cholecystectomy on a 72-year-old male patient, who had a BMI of 26 and a history of hypertension and previous right inguinal hernia surgery. The patient had been diagnosed with cholelithiasis and chronic cholecystitis, experiencing recurrent biliary colic episodes. Providing remote support, Dr. Sudeepta Swain from India guided Dr. de Lacy through the surgery using the 4RemoteHealth platform by Zerintia Healthtech and the AIS Telesurgeon. Despite being miles away, Dr. Swain stayed fully connected, offering real-time advice, surgical tips and expert guidance directly through his mobile device. This groundbreaking approach is reshaping surgical education, increasing access to expert mentorship, and fostering a new era of collaborative, connected surgery worldwide. PROGRAM: 4RemoteHealth Platform Demonstration - Difficult Cholecystectomy - Dr. Borja de Lacy (Spain) and Dr. Sudeepta Swain (India)
With Zerintia HealthTech
Published
Feb 2025
Anastomotic leak is the most feared complication in colorectal surgery. In 2008, a new treatment modality was introduced, which consists of endoscopic placement of a vacuum sponge into the abscess cavity, connected to a negative pressure device, referred to as endoscopic vacuum therapy. A recent meta-analysis has reported an anastomotic healing rate as high as 85%. Moreover, there is a complementary new concept defined as early surgical closure, which consists of a re-approximation of the bowel edges of the defect. Evidence is still required, but the surgical community believes that the addition of early surgical closure may improve outcomes further. In this SOC we will review the current status of the endoscopic vacuum therapy for colorectal anastomotic leak, together with early surgical closure.
With B. Braun
Published
Jul 2022
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