Andres Hanssen, MD

Andrés Hanssen Londoño, MD, FACS General Surgeon | Minimally Invasive, Bariatric & Robotic Surgery Specialist | Surgical Leader | Educator I am a general surgeon specialized in minimally invasive, bariatric, and robotic surgery, with over 30 years of clinical and academic experience in Venezuela and Colombia. My professional focus includes advanced techniques in abdominal wall reconstruction, colorectal surgery, and metabolic surgery, with a strong commitment to innovation, education, and surgical quality improvement. Currently, I serve as Chief of the Department of Surgery at Clínica Iberoamérica in Barranquilla, Colombia, and as an attending surgeon at Clínica Portoazul, leading initiatives in trauma and acute care surgery. I am certified in da Vinci robotic systems (Standard and Xi) and actively promote the safe and effective use of robotic platforms across Latin America. Throughout my career, I have held prominent academic and leadership roles, including Director of a Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship, Governor of the Venezuelan Chapter of the American College of Surgeons, and surgical faculty at major universities. My publications include peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters, and I’ve received multiple awards for contributions to surgical education and innovation. I am passionate about mentoring young surgeons, fostering international collaboration, and applying technological advancements to improve surgical outcomes and patient care.