What Creu Blanca does

CreuBlanca is a private healthcare group headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, founded in 1950 and operating four main medical centers across the Barcelona and Maresme regions — Clínica CreuBlanca (24/7), CreuBlanca Tarradellas, Diagnosis Médica, and Hospital CreuBlanca Maresme in Mataró (24/7) — together with additional coverage in Aragón via Paracelso Sagasta. The group delivers integrated private healthcare services spanning 20+ medical specialties, advanced diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, PET-CT, mammography, ultrasound, capsule endoscopy), preventive medical check-up packages, surgical and inpatient services, and 24/7 emergency care, supported by approximately 500 medical professionals.

Its core technology stack centers on advanced diagnostic imaging and minimally invasive procedural capability, anchored by the Robot Artemis robotic fusion prostate biopsy system (described as unique in Spain), 3 Tesla multiparametric MRI protocols for prostate imaging with PI-RADS classification, AI-assisted medical image analysis, and minimally invasive surgical techniques such as HoLEP for benign prostatic hyperplasia. The group holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for its clinical and administrative operations and operates under GDPR-compliant data handling.

CreuBlanca generates revenue through a combination of professional service fees (consultations, diagnostics, surgery, inpatient care), insurance and mutual society agreements (national and international providers), corporate health contracts via the CreuBlanca Empresas division, package sales of preventive check-ups, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce sales through its online store. Distribution is multi-channel: physical medical centers, online appointment portal, phone and WhatsApp scheduling, insurance billing arrangements, and a B2B corporate channel, complemented by the Club CreuBlanca membership program and a strategic diagnostic imaging alliance with FC Barcelona.

Name

Creu Blanca

Legal name

CREUBLANCA

Website

https://creu-blanca.es

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

CreuBlanca is a Barcelona-based private healthcare group founded in 1950, operating four medical centers across Catalonia and Aragón that deliver specialist consultations, advanced diagnostic imaging, robotic prostate biopsy, preventive check-ups, and 24/7 emergency care to individual insured and self-pay patients and corporate clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Medical Consultations and Specialist Services: Revenue from specialist consultations across all medical specialties (cardiology, urology, gynecology, dermatology, etc.) charged to patients directly or billed through insurance/mutual societies.
2. Diagnostic Imaging Services: Revenue from diagnostic tests including MRI, CT, PET-CT, ultrasound, mammography, densitometry, and capsule endoscopy. Billed per test to patients or insurance providers.
3. Medical Check-ups and Health Screening Packages: Pre-defined and customizable health check-up packages (Basic, General, Full Body, Onco Full Body) sold as one-time services or through the online store.
4. Surgical and Inpatient Services: Revenue from surgical procedures, inpatient admissions, and 24/7 emergency services at Hospital CreuBlanca Maresme and Clínica CreuBlanca.
5. Insurance/Mutual Society Agreements: Coverage agreements with national and international insurance providers (mutuas) covering consultations, surgeries, and emergency services.
6. CreuBlanca Empresas - Corporate Health Services: Corporate health programs and services for businesses, including occupational health assessments and medical check-ups for employees.
7. Online Store: Direct-to-consumer sales of medical tests, check-ups, specialist consultations, and health services through the online store (store.creublancaonline.com), with promotional discounts (e.g., 10% with code SALUDCB).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

CreuBlanca is a private healthcare group operating multiple medical centers in Barcelona and the Maresme region, offering specialist medical consultations across 20+ specialties, advanced diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, PET-CT, mammography, ultrasound), preventive health check-up packages, robotic-guided prostate biopsy (Robot Artemis), minimally invasive surgery, and 24/7 emergency services. The group serves individual patients and corporate clients, complemented by an online appointment portal, a digital results platform, and an online store for purchasing tests and check-ups.

Product overview

CreuBlanca is a healthcare group operating since 1950 (celebrating 75 years in 2025) across multiple medical centers in Barcelona and Maresme. Its offering is organized as a platform of four main facilities — Clínica CreuBlanca (24-hour general hospital), CreuBlanca Tarradellas, Diagnosis Médica, and Hospital CreuBlanca Maresme — supported by a suite of digital services: an online patient portal for accessing medical results, an online appointment booking system, and an e-commerce store. Core clinical services span medical specialty consultations, diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, PET-CT, mammography, ultrasound), and preventive health check-ups. Differentiating technology includes the Robot Artemis fusion biopsy system (the only such robotic system in Spain) for precision prostate cancer diagnosis, AI-integrated 3T prostate MRI protocols, and specialized units in areas such as urology, hand surgery, and podiatric sports medicine. The group also operates patient loyalty (Club CreuBlanca), corporate health (CreuBlanca Empresas), and a private foundation (Fundación Privada Imhotep). A strategic partnership with FC Barcelona in diagnostic imaging is noted.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CreuBlanca Empresas: Business healthcare services for corporate clients
• Club CreuBlanca
• Fundación Privada Imhotep

Products and services

• Medical Specialties Services Outpatient and inpatient specialty consultations covering cardiology, dermatology, urology, gynecology, gastroenterology, podiatry, and other specialties, available for individual patients and billed directly or via insurance mutuas.
• Diagnostic Imaging Services Advanced diagnostic imaging including MRI, CT, PET-CT, mammography, ultrasound, bone densitometry, and capsule endoscopy, used for early detection and diagnosis, billed per test to patients or insurance providers.
• Medical Check-ups and Health Reviews Pre-defined and customizable preventive health screening packages including Basic, General, Full Body, and Onco Full Body check-ups, sold as one-time services or through the online store.
• Robot Artemis Fusion Prostate Biopsy Robotic fusion biopsy service unique in Spain that combines real-time MRI and ultrasound imaging via software and robotic arm to precisely target prostate cancer lesions with millimeter accuracy and 3D coordinate mapping.
• Surgical and Inpatient Services Surgical procedures, inpatient admissions, and 24/7 emergency services at Clínica CreuBlanca and Hospital CreuBlanca Maresme, including specialized units for hand and upper extremity surgery, uro-radiology, and prostate pathology.
• CreuBlanca Empresas Corporate Health Programs Corporate health division providing occupational health assessments, employee medical check-ups, preventive health programs, and workplace wellness solutions for business clients.
• Club CreuBlanca Membership Patient loyalty program offering commercial advantages, benefits, and informational updates to members of the CreuBlanca group.

Quantifiable outcome

• Prostate cancer survival rate exceeds 95% when detected at localized stage
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• FC BarcelonaflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCreuBlanca and FC Barcelona maintain a strategic alliance in diagnostic imaging. CreuBlanca provides advanced medical diagnostic imaging services to FC Barcelona, leveraging its state-of-the-art technology and specialized medical professionals. This partnership reflects CreuBlanca's positioning as a leading diagnostic imaging provider in Catalonia.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Affidea: European outpatient diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy operator with multiple Spanish centers offering MRI, CT, and PET-CT services. Directly comparable to CreuBlanca's diagnostic imaging business (Diagnosis Médica and CreuBlanca Tarradellas) on modality mix and outpatient delivery model.
• Centro Médico Teknon: Barcelona-based private multi-specialty hospital within the Quirónsalud network offering advanced diagnostics, specialty consultations, and surgical services. Most direct geographic peer to CreuBlanca's Clínica CreuBlanca, competing for the same Barcelona private patient base across similar specialties.
• Hospital Universitari Dexeus: Barcelona private hospital and diagnostic center, part of the Quirónsalud group, known for sports medicine, women's health, and advanced imaging. Directly competes with CreuBlanca in Barcelona for private specialty consultations, imaging, and surgical cases.

Broad incumbents

• Quirónsalud: Largest private hospital group in Spain (Fresenius-owned), operating a national network of general hospitals and specialty centers including a flagship Barcelona facility. Directly comparable as a private multi-specialty provider, but with a national footprint, broader inpatient capacity, and significantly larger scale than CreuBlanca.
• Vithas: National Spanish private hospital group with 20+ centers across Spain offering multi-specialty private care, advanced diagnostics, and surgical services. Comparable business model to CreuBlanca (private multi-specialty), but with broader geographic reach and a larger hospital footprint.
• HM Hospitales: Spanish private hospital group with a national network of general hospitals, oncology centers, and advanced diagnostic facilities. Comparable to CreuBlanca in offering integrated private multi-specialty care, though operating at national rather than regional scale.
• Sanitas Hospitales: Private healthcare arm of Sanitas (part of Bupa) operating hospitals and specialty centers in Spain, including premium Barcelona facilities. Comparable integrated payor-provider model and multi-specialty offerings that compete with CreuBlanca for insured private patients.

Regional players

• Hospital Ruber Internacional: Madrid-based private hospital known for premium specialty care, advanced diagnostics, and high-acuity surgery. Comparable to CreuBlanca as a flagship private multi-specialty provider serving a major Spanish city, though operating in a different regional market.
• Clínica Universidad de Navarra: Private-academic multi-specialty hospital with campuses in Pamplona and Madrid, recognized for advanced diagnostics, oncology, and complex surgery. Comparable to CreuBlanca as a private multi-specialty provider with an academic-grade reputation and advanced imaging capability, though anchored in Pamplona rather than Catalonia.

Emerging players

• IDOVEN: Spain-based health technology company applying AI to cardiac diagnostics (cloud-based ECG analysis). Comparable to CreuBlanca in its use of AI in clinical image/signal interpretation, but operates as a software/AI vendor rather than a center-based diagnostic provider.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/creublanca
• Facebookfacebook.com/CENTROSMEDICOSCREUBLANCA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/creublanca
• Instagraminstagram.com/creublanca/?hl=es

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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