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Dr Alberto Conde Taboada

Dermatology and Venereology

Dr Alberto Conde Taboada

Specialist in
  • Mohs surgery.
  • Melanoma.
  • Non-melanoma skin cancer.
«I have been treating skin cancer for almost 20 years, offering every patient the peace of mind that comes from being in expert hands, with a personalised and compassionate approach.»
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Professional profile

A dermatology specialist with a proven track record in oncological dermatology and dermatological surgery, with a particular focus on the diagnosis and treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer.

His professional practice combines solid clinical and surgical experience with active participation in multidisciplinary committees and clinical trials, maintaining an evidence-based approach that integrates technical precision, clinical listening and personalised care aimed at ensuring the patient’s peace of mind and quality of life.

Education

His academic background includes a university degree in Medicine, a specialisation in Dermatology and the award of a PhD.

2015 | Doctor of Medicine (PhD). University of Santiago de Compostela. Summa Cum Laude.
2003 | Specialist in Medical and Surgical Dermatology and Venereology.
2000 | Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery. University of Santiago de Compostela.

Professional experience

He has spent his professional career in the hospital sector, taking on responsibilities relating to patient care, clinical leadership and coordination in oncological dermatology.

2014 – Present | Head of the Dermatology Department. MD Anderson Cancer Centre, Madrid. Dermatological surgery, Mohs surgery and skin cancer.
2006 – Present | Specialist in Dermatology. San Carlos University Clinical Hospital, Madrid. Coordinator of the Skin Tumours and Melanoma Committee. Member of the Biological Therapies Committee. Researcher in phase II, III and IV clinical trials.
2005 – 2006 | Specialist in Dermatology. Pontevedra Hospital Complex.
2001 – 2005 | Resident in Medical-Surgical Dermatology and Venereology. Pontevedra Hospital Complex.

Scientific publications

He is the author and co-author of scientific publications focusing on oncological dermatology, skin cancer and dermatological surgery.

2025 | Martos-Cabrera L, Bonfill-Ortí M, Conde-Taboada A, et al. Safety of sonidegib in elderly patients with locally advanced basal cell carcinoma: A multicentre study. Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology. 2025. doi:10.1111/jdv.20835
2023 | Iglesias-Puzas Á, Conde-Taboada A, Aranegui-Arteaga B, et al. Patients’ characteristics and environmental factors affecting skin cancer detection: A multicentre prospective study. Acta Dermato-Venereologica. 2023;103:adv11933. doi:10.2340/actadv.v103.11933
2022 | Conde-Taboada A, Iglesias-Puzas Á, Sirgado A, et al. Influence of the COVID-19 lockdown on the size of malignant skin tumours surgically removed at a Spanish hospital. Clinical and Experimental Dermatology. 2022;47(3):578–580. doi:10.1111/ced.14957
2020 | Conde-Taboada A, Colorado L, González-Guerra E, et al. The keystone flap in the reconstruction of the back of the hand. Australasian Journal of Dermatology. 2020;61(1):65–66. doi:10.1111/ajd.13126
2019 | Conde-Taboada A, Croissier L, González-Guerra E, et al. Who detects skin cancer? Factors associated with the suspicion of malignancy in patients with skin tumours. Dermatology Practical & Conceptual. 2019;10(1):e2020012. doi:10.5826/dpc.1001a14

Areas of special focus

Among the clinical areas to which he devotes most of his time in his practice are the following:

  • Melanoma.
  • Non-melanoma skin cancer.
  • Psoriasis.
  • Melanocytic naevi.
  • Paediatric dermatology.

Techniques and procedures

The techniques and procedures he routinely performs include the following:

  • Mohs surgery.
  • Dermatological surgery involving complex grafts and flaps.
  • Digital dermatoscopy.
  • Photodynamic therapy.
  • Confocal microscopy.

Accreditations and memberships

He plays an active role in national and international scientific societies.

  • European Academy of Dermato-Oncology (EADO).
  • Spanish Academy of Dermatology and Venereology (AEDV).
  • International Society of Dermoscopy (ISD).

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