It is estimated that between 150 and 200 new cases of lymphoma are diagnosed annually in the Balearic Islands. Nationally, non-Hodgkin lymphoma is the most common hematologic cancer in Spain.
With more than 1,100 diagnoses, nearly 500 radiotherapy treatments, and a decade of unwavering commitment to patients, the Lymphoma Unit at Son Espases University Hospital celebrates ten years of service, having become a key pillar in hematologic cancer care in the Balearic Islands.
Since its establishment in October 2014, the Unit has demonstrated that modern medicine relies not only on technology and knowledge, but also on teamwork, swift decision-making, and, above all, compassionate care. Over the past decade, more than 5,400 PET/CT scans have been performed for staging and follow-up, and hundreds of patients facing a lymphoma diagnosis have received comprehensive care.
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Over 1,100 Diagnoses and Nearly 500 Radiotherapy Treatments
Each year, between 150 and 200 new cases of lymphoma are identified in the Balearic Islands—a complex disease that demands an immediate and coordinated response. In this context, the Lymphoma Unit has created a robust collaborative network among various specialities, including haematology, nuclear medicine, radiotherapy, surgery, dermatology, pathology, hospital pharmacy, nursing, and many more. This synergy has enabled the delivery of personalised, evidence-based care focused on the individual needs of each patient.
A Tribute to Those Who Make It Possible
This tenth anniversary also serves as an opportunity to honour the professionals who have made the Unit’s work possible. Under the leadership of Dr. Antonio Gutiérrez, the Unit has benefited from the dedication of many specialists: for urgent diagnostics, Dr. Julio Rama (ENT), Drs. Elena Rocandio, Laura Fernández, and Berta Parés (General Surgery), Drs. Asunción Pastor and Héctor Lajusticia (Radiology); for treatment, the Hematology team—Dr. Gutiérrez, along with Drs. Leyre Bento and Sandra Pérez—with support from Dr. Francesc Mestre (Radiotherapy), Dr. Núria Orta (Nuclear Medicine), Dr. Paloma López (Radiology), Drs. Adriana Quintero and Marco Martínez (Pathology), Dr. Juan Garcías (Dermatology), and teams from Hospital Pharmacy, Thoracic Surgery, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, the Cell Therapy Unit, and the nursing staff of the Day Hospital and inpatient wards. Their dedication, coordination, and passion have been essential in delivering fast, effective, and compassionate care.
Beyond clinical care, the Unit has also made a significant contribution to research and education, with 47 international publications, 21 clinical trials, 5 doctoral theses, 3 scientific books, and 3 clinical guidelines reflecting its ongoing commitment to advancing medical knowledge.
To mark the occasion, the team presented the Unit’s journey and accomplishments in a special clinical session held at the hospital. During this event, experiences, lessons learned, and future perspectives were shared. It was a moment of collective recognition and a reaffirmation of the Unit’s dedication to excellence in patient care.