Dr. Pietro Mortini, Head of Neurosurgery at this leading European research hospital, pioneered the world's first in-utero spina bifida surgery in 2018. The ISO-certified clinic performs over 52,000 operations annually. Online consultations for second opinions may cost around 410 USD – requiring advance payment and complete medical documentation.
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