Our team

Our team in Spain consists of over 60 top professionals with extensive experience in over 6500 facial feminization procedures, for 2100+ patients from 47 countries (as of December 2021).

Combined, our FFS surgeons sum up 40+ years of experience, working together with your best interest in mind. Every professional of our multidisciplinary team plays an important role in your gender affirming journey. 

We put your well-being at center stage, so you feel confident at every step of the way. So, who are Facialteam’s facial feminization surgeons?

Facial Feminization Surgeons

We are not just one, but an integrated team of facial feminization surgeons who work together in different configurations, depending on the patient profile. This means your surgery is seen from the perspective of a variety of skilled experts, so both technical advancements and risk prevention are made easier. In addition, our team work allows tasks to be streamlined so each FFS surgeon can operate at their most efficient level. A group dynamic is considered best practice in any field because it also encourages innovation and avoids the problems associated with fatigue, important when considering the average time a facial feminization surgeon spends in the operating theater. Last but not least, our practice of hyper specialization permits FFS surgeons to focus on the minute specifics of a technique. This is yet another way our facial gender surgeons invest in developing methods for the ultimate benefit of patients, part of the foundation behind the scientific research activity conducted in parallel to our day-to-day operations. Let’s get to know the dedicated facial feminization experts behind the scenes:

Dr. Daniel Simon

Profile picture of Dr. Daniel Simon in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Expert at Facialteam.
DMD
Co-Founder & Co-Director
FFS Expert
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Dr. Luis Capitán

Profile picture of Dr. Luis Capitán in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Expert at Facialteam.
MD, PhD, OMFS
Co-Founder & Co-Director
FFS Expert
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Dr. Carlos Bailón

MD, OMFS
Technical Department Director
FFS Expert
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Dr. Raul J. Bellinga

Profile picture of Dr. Raul Bellinga in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, PhD, FEBOMS
Aesthetic Department Director
FFS Expert
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Dr. Javier Gutiérrez

Profile picture of Dr. Javier Gutierrez in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, PhD, FEBOMS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Jorge Masià

Profile picture of Dr. Jorge Masía in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, PhD, FEBOMS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Ildefonso Labrot

Profile picture of Dr. Ildefonso Labrot in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, OMFS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Miguel Ángel Juliá

Doctor Miguel Ángel Juliá, FFS Surgeon at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
MD, OMFS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Miguel Perceval

Profile picture of Dr. Miguel Perceval in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, MHA
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Ángel Penedo

Doctor Ángel Penedo, FFS Surgeon at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
MD, OMFS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Juan Molina

Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgeon, Juan Molina
MD, OMFS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert

Nurses

Facialteam’s nursing staff is outstanding for their positive, affirming and compassionate care. Specially trained in FFS patients, our team of 8 nurses play a vital role in the clinical protocols from preoperative testing to surgery and aftercare at the hotel. Professionals with a passion, our nurses are crucial in your healing process and the prevention of complications.

Isabel Martin

Facialteam Registered Surgical Nurse, Isabel Martin
Registered Surgical Nurse

Grassyt

Grassyt Gonzalez, Head Nurse at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Head Nurse

Antonia Ramírez

Antonia Ramirez, Registered Surgical Assistant at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Registered Surgical Nurse

Isabel Moya

Isabel Moya, Registered Surgical Assistant at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Registered Surgical Nurse

Serena Rodríguez

Serena Rodriguez, Nursing Assistant at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Registered Surgical Nurse

Isabel Ramírez

Isabel Ramirez, registered nurse at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Registered Surgical Nurse

Ariana Rodríguez

Ariana, registered nurse at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Registered Surgical Nurse

Pablo Soler

Pablo Soler, registered nurse at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Registered Surgical Nurse

Laura López

Facialteam Registered Surgical Nurse, Laura López
Registered Surgical Nurse

Inma Martín

Facialteam Nursing Assistant, Inma Martín
Nursing Assistant

Conchi

Concepcion Collado, Nocturnal Health Assistant at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Nocturnal Nursing Assistant

Bibi

Bibiana Benitez, Nocturnal Health Assistant at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Nocturnal Nursing Assistant

Susana Sanz

Susana Sanz, nursing assistant at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Surgical Nurse

Raquel Nicholls

Raquel Nicholls, Post Operative Nurse at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Post Operative Nurse

Hair Transplant Unit

The Simultaneous Hair Transplant method (SHT) involves a fine-tuned orchestration, conducted by leading hairline experts with eight years of experience in over 600 hair feminization cases. So your facial bone surgery may flow seamlessly into hair grafting, you will receive the attention of our team of 3 specialized dermatologist surgeons, 4 nurses and 5 trained technicians .

Dr. Teresa Meyer

Hair Feminization Specialist Doctor Teresa Meyer, specialized hairline feminization surgeon at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
MD, Dermatology. Hair Transplant Specialist
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Dr. Antonio J. Alcaide

Hair Feminization Specialist Doctor Antonio Alcaide, specialized hairline feminization surgeon at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
MD, Dermatology. Hair Transplant Specialist
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Dr. Ana Mota Burgos

Hair Feminization Specialist Doctor Ana Mota Burgos, specialized hairline feminization surgeon at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
MD, Dermatology. Hair Transplant Specialist
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Sonia Chinchilla

Sonia Chinchilla, Hair Transplant Technician at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Hair Transplant Technician

Andrea del Valle

Andrea del Valle, Hair Transplant Technician at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Hair Transplant Technician

Macarena Gonzalez

Macarena Gonzalez, Hair Transplant Technician at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Hair Transplant Technician

Miriam Rodríguez

Miriam Rodríguez, Hair Transplant Technician at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Hair Transplant Technician

Sara Ruiz

Sara Ruiz, Hair Transplant Technician at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Hair Transplant Technician

Sara Bueno

Facialteam Hair Transplant Technician, Sara Bueno
Hair Transplant Technician

Carlos Montiel

Facialteam Hair Transplant Technician, Carlos Montiel
Hair Transplant Technician

Sara Gómez

Facialteam Hair Transplant Specialist, Sara Gómez
Hair Transplant Specialist

Anaesthesiology Unit

Our crew of anesthesiologists have an accrued experience in trans healthcare that is unmet in the sector. These doctors form the foundation of patient safety in surgeries, taking on the responsibility of supervising your health status before and during the facial gender surgery process. We are proud to celebrate over a decade of success in prioritizing your wellbeing first.

Dr. Darío Ballesteros

Doctor Dario Ballesteros, Anaesthesiologist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Anaesthesiologist

Dr. Daniel Rodríguez

Doctor Daniel Rodriguez, Anaesthesiologist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Anaesthesiologist

Dr. Francisco Robles

Doctor Francisco Robles, Anaesthesiologist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Anaesthesiologist

Research & Education

The investigative powerhouses behind our scientific activity and educational events. Thanks to this work group’s collaborative, analytical and methodical talents, Facialteam has made significant contributions in surgical technology, literature and training in the field of facial feminization. Our work includes dozens of continuing education events and more than 22 academic publications, such as peer-reviewed papers and medical textbook chapters, with several new multi-center studies in the works. Important tools to help patients directly are also produced by the R&D team.

Dr. Fermín Capitán

Facial Feminization Researcher Doctor Fermín Capitán, specialized facial feminization scientist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
PhD
Research & Education Director
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Dr. Miguel Perceval

Profile picture of Dr. Miguel Perceval in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, MHA
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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The Foundation

The Foundation is an expression of our commitment to the cause of gender diverse people, particularly those from the trans and nonbinary community. It’s a manifestation of our belief that change begins with understanding, and understanding begins with conversation and education. It’s an embodiment of our dedication to not just discuss, but actively work towards a world where everyone, regardless of their gender identity, is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

Julia Simon

The Foundation, by Facialteam manager Julia Simon
The Foundation Manager

Lilia Koss

Lilia Koss, transgender activist and public relations manager at Facialteam, a surgical clinic specialized in Facial Feminization Surgery
Community & Public Relations Manager
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Post-op Care

Our comprehensive care system has the goal of assisting you along your surgical journey well after the operation, so healing may happen on many levels. From psychological support at all stages to therapeutics designed to promote a relaxing recovery, our affirming protocols have been developed with your best interest in mind.

Lorena Lima

Facialteam Postoperative Coordinator Lorena Lima
Postoperative Coordinator

Sonja Rehr

Sonja Rehr, Post Operative Care Manager at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Post Operative Care Manager

Dr. Javier Gutiérrez

Profile picture of Dr. Javier Gutierrez in surgical outfit, Facial Feminization Surgeon at Facialteam.
MD, PhD, FEBOMS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Dr. Ángel Penedo

Doctor Ángel Penedo, FFS Surgeon at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
MD, OMFS
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
FFS Expert
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Nina Boehm

Facialteam Post Op Coordinator Nina.
Postoperative Coordinator

Raquel Nicholls

Raquel Nicholls, Post Operative Nurse at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Post Operative Nurse

Antonio

Antonio Romero, Physiotherapist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Physiotherapist

Elisa Santos

Elisa Santos, Medical Consultant at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Medical Consultant

Manuel (Lolo)

Manuel Jimenez, Clinical Neurophysiology & Medical Acupuncturist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Clinical Neurophysiology & Medical Acupuncturist

Romina

Romina, Physiotherapist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Physiotherapist

Psychology

At Facialteam, our Psychology Department is an essential part of your FFS Journey. Our specially trained team of empathetic psychologists is dedicated to providing you with unwavering support and guidance, addressing the unique emotional aspects of your transformation. From preoperative counseling to postoperative care, our psychologists play a pivotal role in your well-being, ensuring you feel confident, empowered, and emotionally resilient throughout your FFS experience. We understand that FFS is not just about physical changes; it's a holistic journey, and our Psychology department is here to make it a positive and affirming one.

Carla Tornay

Facialteam Psychologist Carla Tornay
Psychologist

Dana Westermark

Dana Westmark, psychologist at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Psychologist

Patient Coordinators

Your primary contact once you have defined a surgical date, your coordinator will help you manage questions, schedules, testing and many other logistical or administrative tasks. They will be the first to greet you in Marbella, the one to inform your family that all is well and are warmly attentive to all the details related to your surgical stay.

Isabel Osuna

Isabel Osuna, Care Coordinator Manager at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Care Coordinator Manager

Silvana Ruiz

Silvana Ruiz, Care Coordinator at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Care Coordinator

Beatriz Puerto

Beatriz Puerto, Care Coordinator at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Care Coordinator

Cristina Castro

Cristina Castro, Care Coordinator at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Care Coordinator

Patricia Sarrias

Patricia Sarrias, Assistant Care Coordinator at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Assistant Care Coordinator

Ana Carabantes

Ana Carabantes, patient coordinator at Facialteam Facial Feminization Surgery
Assistant Care Coordinator

Management

At Facialteam, our Management Department is the driving force behind the seamless and efficient operation of our practice. Comprised of a dedicated team of experienced professionals, our management directors oversee every aspect of your FFS journey, from initial consultation to post-surgery follow-up. Their expertise ensures that your experience with us is well-organized, safe, and focused on your needs. We take pride in their commitment to excellence, which is instrumental in delivering the high standard of care you expect from Facialteam.

Milagros Herrera

Facialteam General Manager, Milagros Herrera
General Manager & HHRR

Carlos Martín

Facialteam General Manager, Carlos Martín
General Manager

Mentoring

Mentoría is a vital resource for our team's professional development and support. Our experienced mentor, deeply familiar with the unique challenges and intricacies of our work, is dedicated to providing guidance and assistance to our staff members. From onboarding to ongoing growth, our mentors play a pivotal role in ensuring our team feels supported, informed, and empowered, contributing to a harmonious and effective work environment. They are essential in helping us navigate the various aspects of our roles, providing us with a trusted resource to enhance our professional growth and overall success.

Jorge Laguna

Facialteam Mentor, Jorge Laguna
Mentor

Marketing & Sales

Our Marketing and Sales team are the first Facialteam staff you will speak with online, answering many random questions is part of our job! From being creative while managing our digital platforms and channels, organizing consultations, discussing the surgical proposal and reservations, we aim to set the tone with respect, kindness and efficiency when communicating with you.

Gabriel Smirne

Facialteam Marketing & Sales manager Gabriel Smirne
Marketing & Sales Manager

Laura Benítez

Laura Benitez, Patient Relations Specialist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Sales Coordinator Manager

Carmen Benítez

Carmen Benitez, Patient Relations Specialist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Sales Coordinator

Belén Gómez

Belén Gómez, Patient Relations Specialist at Facialteam, a clinic for FFS surgery.
Sales Coordinator

Sarah Goulding

Facialteam Sales Coordinator Sarah Gouldin
Sales Coordinator

Simon Beekman

Marketing Manager

Aurora Urbano

Virtual FFS

Fernando M-V

Facialteam Digital Marketing Executive Fernando Martínez-Villalobos
Digital Marketing Executive

Roberto Román

Facialteam Graphic Designer Roberto Román
Graphic Designer

Victoria Vera

Facialteam Social Media Specialist Victoria Vera
Social Media Specialist

Juan Barbieri

Graphic Designer

Lilia Koss

Lilia Koss, transgender activist and public relations manager at Facialteam, a surgical clinic specialized in Facial Feminization Surgery
Community & Public Relations Manager
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Financial

At Facialteam, our Financial Department is your trusted partner in managing the financial aspects of your FFS journey. Our skilled and knowledgeable financial team is here to assist you with transparent and efficient financial planning, ensuring you have a clear understanding of the costs involved and helping you navigate financial considerations related to your surgery. We are committed to making the financial aspect of your experience as smooth as possible, providing you with peace of mind and the support you need to achieve your transformation with confidence.

David Alcalá

Facialteam Financial Manager, David Alcalá
Financial Manager

Laura Llavero

Facialteam Financial Administrative, Laura Llavero
Financial Administrative

Laura Herrera

Facialteam Financial Administrative, Laura Herrera
Financial Administrative

Lorena Fernández

Facialteam Financial Administrative, Lorena Fernández
Financial Administrative

IT

Our IT Department is the backbone of our technology infrastructure, ensuring that all our systems run smoothly and securely. Our skilled IT professionals are dedicated to maintaining the digital framework that supports your FFS journey, from secure data handling to efficient communication systems. Their expertise and commitment to cybersecurity and reliability enable us to focus on providing you with the best care while keeping your information safe and secure throughout your experience with us.

Curra García

Facialteam IT Manager, Curra García
IT Manager

David Ballesta

Facialteam IT Technician, David Ballesta
IT Technician

Agenda

At Facialteam, our Agenda Department is responsible for the efficient coordination of your FFS journey. Our dedicated team of professionals ensures that every aspect of your schedule, from initial consultations to surgery dates and follow-up appointments, is seamlessly organized and optimized for your convenience. With their meticulous attention to detail and commitment to your well-being, they play a crucial role in making your experience with us as smooth and stress-free as possible, allowing you to focus on your transformation with confidence."

Ana González

Facialteam Agenda Manager, Ana González
Agenda Manager

Carmen González

Facialteam Planning Coordinator, Carmen González
Planning Coordinator

Human Resources

At Facialteam, our Human Resources Department is the cornerstone of cultivating and nurturing our exceptional workforce. This dedicated group is committed to supporting every member of our team, ensuring their talents are recognized and their professional development is continuous. From recruitment to training and beyond, our HR team focuses on creating a positive, inclusive, and empowering work environment. Its expertise is crucial in aligning our employees' goals with the organization's mission, thereby enhancing the overall patient experience. We honor the dedication to fostering a culture of respect, diversity, and excellence, which is vital in upholding the high-quality care our patients have come to expect from Facialteam.

Elena Cuesta

Facialteam Human Resources Manager, Elena Cuesta
Human Resources Manager