About Dr. William Alberto Baquero Iguarán
Dr. William Alberto Baquero Iguarán is a radiation oncologist with 12 years of experience treating cancer patients in Barranquilla and Santa Marta, Colombia. He earned his medical degree from Universidad del Norte in Barranquilla, completed his specialization in Radiation Oncology at the Universidad de Buenos Aires, Argentina, and received advanced clinical training at Clínica Alemana de Santiago, Chile.
Dr. Baquero treats breast, prostate, lung, and colorectal cancers, and is one of the few specialists in the region offering keloid treatment with radiotherapy — surgical removal followed by targeted radiation to reduce the chance of recurrence. He works with advanced techniques including intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), intracranial radiosurgery, and high-dose-rate brachytherapy, with PET-CT imaging support. He is a member of the Colombian Association of Radiation Oncology (ACRO), the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), and the Latin American Association of Radiation Oncology (ALATRO).
He consults in English, Spanish, and French, making him a natural choice for patients from the United States, Canada, and the French-speaking Caribbean. Through IMC, international patients send their records for review, receive a treatment plan and price within 24 hours, and get full concierge coordination in Barranquilla from first consultation through follow-up.
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Patient story: Mairita — keloid treated with surgery and radiotherapy
Mairita came in with a keloid that had already been removed once and grew back, with constant pain and itching. After resection and electron beam radiotherapy started within the first 24 hours, she has no symptoms three months later.
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Here I am with Mairita, a patient who came with us today. Mairita first came to the clinic with a keloid scar: it had already been removed once and it grew back. She was also treated with Kenacort injections and silicone patches, with no response — it returned, larger, with constant pain and itching. "It hurt and it itched a great deal, all day long," she says.
She underwent resection by plastic surgery and, within the first 24 hours after the operation, we started electron beam radiotherapy, tightly focused on the surgical bed.
Today, three months later: "No symptoms at all. No itching, no pain." It is important to know that alternatives exist for this kind of scar, and to discuss them with a specialist. Every patient is different and requires an individual assessment.
Juan David's story: a keloid scar on the chest
Juan David developed two keloid scars on his chest. Four months after the resection and three sessions of electron beam radiation therapy, the scar is flat, with no pain and no itching.
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This is Juan David's story.
Because of the sport he played for many years and the constant tension on the skin of his chest, Juanda developed two keloid scars on the upper front of the chest, which caused intense itching, pain and a great deal of discomfort.
After being assessed by plastic surgery, the decision was made to resect the upper scar, which was the larger of the two; the second will be treated later. After the surgery he received electron beam radiation therapy over three consecutive sessions, started within the first 24 hours after the operation.
Today, four months after the resection, Juanda came back to our clinic. The scar is flat, with slight redness, no signs of hypertrophy and an excellent recovery. He no longer has itching or pain, and he is very happy with the results.
If you have a keloid scar that is growing, hurting or itching, you can contact us. We will gladly assess your case and give you the best guidance we can on its treatment.
Every patient is different and requires an individual assessment.
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Frequently asked questions
What is keloid treatment with radiotherapy?
The keloid is surgically removed and the area receives targeted superficial radiotherapy shortly after surgery. Combining removal with radiotherapy is the approach with the lowest reported recurrence rates, and Dr. Baquero delivers the radiation component himself as a radiation oncologist.
Why travel to Colombia for keloid treatment?
Very few centers in the U.S. offer combined excision plus radiotherapy, and the cost there can run into many thousands of dollars. With Dr. Baquero in Barranquilla, surgery and radiotherapy are handled by one team, and IMC coordinates the entire trip. Send your case through the quote form for a personalized estimate.
Which cancers does Dr. Baquero treat?
He treats breast, prostate, lung, and colorectal cancer with radiation therapy, and evaluates other tumor types case by case. Treatment plans use IMRT, SBRT, intracranial radiosurgery, or high-dose-rate brachytherapy depending on the diagnosis.
What technology does he work with?
Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), stereotactic body radiation therapy (SBRT), intracranial radiosurgery, and high-dose-rate brachytherapy, supported by PET-CT imaging — the same generation of technology used in leading U.S. cancer centers.
Can I get a second opinion before traveling?
Yes. Send your records, pathology report, and imaging through the IMC quote form. Dr. Baquero reviews your case and you receive his assessment, a proposed treatment plan, and transparent pricing within 24 hours — free and with no obligation.
How long would I need to stay in Barranquilla?
It depends on the protocol. Keloid radiotherapy involves only a few sessions, SBRT is typically 1–5 sessions, and conventional IMRT courses can run several weeks. IMC arranges accommodation suited to your treatment length.
Does Dr. Baquero speak English and French?
Yes — he consults in English, Spanish, and French, which makes him especially accessible for patients from the U.S., Canada, and the French-speaking Caribbean.
Where does he treat patients?
In Barranquilla and Santa Marta, Colombia, in high-complexity facilities with PET-CT imaging support for staging and planning. IMC coordinates your appointment directly with Dr. Baquero's office.
How do I start?
Complete the IMC quote form with your diagnosis and records, or message us on WhatsApp. Our bilingual team replies within 24 hours with Dr. Baquero's assessment and a personalized plan.
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