Dr. Jordi Xercavins, former head of the Gynecology of Vall d'Hebron University Hospital left us on Monday. The farewell ceremony will take place today at 11:30h at the Monastery of Sant Cugat.We express our sincere condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time, as well as all professionals who worked with him over these years.Jordi Xercavins Montosa was head of Gynecology from 1993 until 2013, when he retired and became a senior consultant and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB). Until 2013 he also presided the Section of Gynecology Oncology and Mammary Pathology of the Spanish Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics. Beyond the great contributions he made in the Gynecology Hospital, such as the creation of the various subspecialities that are still valid, and the commitment to research and teaching, Dr. Xercavins always noted for his great human qualities and for always showing empathy towards all that surrounded him.Rest in peace.