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Francesco Bandello

Ophtalmologist

41 years of experience
Dr. Francesco Bandello is a distinguished ophthalmologist, known for his extensive research and contributions in the field of retinal diseases. He has authored numerous articles and books, and has been honored with several awards for his outstanding work. He has been a principal investigator in multiple clinical trials and is actively involved in various professional organizations.

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San Raffaele ,Milan , Italy
4.561 reviews

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Italy, Milan

Dr. Francesco Bandello's contributions to ophthalmology, especially in retinal diseases, include being a principal investigator in clinical trials and publishing extensively. His work has earned him prestigious awards and leadership roles in professional organizations.

Awards

  • Gabriel Coscas Medal for outstanding contributions in the field of retinal diseases, 2011
  • SERV Award (Sociedad Española de Retina y Vitreo), 2016
  • BOA Award (Bombay Ophthalmology Association)
  • Cunha-Vaz Award, 2017
  • Euretina Lecture, 2019
  • Guest Lecture Gabriel Coscas of the Société Francaise d’Ophthalmologie, 2022

Membership

  • President of the Association of Italian University Professors of Ophthalmology (CONPROSO)
  • President of the ESASO Foundation (European School for Advanced Studies in Ophthalmology)
  • President of Academia Ophthalmologica Europea
  • Vice President of EuroLam
  • Former President of EURETINA
  • Editor-in-Chief of the European Journal of Ophthalmology
  • Active Member of The American Ophthalmological Society (AOS)
  • Board Member of the Commission of Prevention of Blindness and Low Vision (Italian Ministry of Health)
  • Executive Board Member of SISO (Società Italiana Scienze Oftalmologiche)
  • Member of the Academia Ophthalmologica Internationalis

Education

  • Degree in Medicine and Surgery, University of Pavia, 1980
  • Specialization in Ophthalmology, University of Milan, 1984
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Jan 20, 2025
Thyroid disease

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Nov 7, 2018
Stomach cancer surgery

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Anonymous
Jan 2, 2020
Consultation with an oncologist

We received a remote consultation at the San Rafael Clinic, for us this format was not suitable, because the second opinion is for those who either confirm the diagnosis or ask for another alternative... Read more

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Shakiha
Aug 27, 2021
Meningioma

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Anonymous
Oct 21, 2022
Consultation with an orthopaedist

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Jan 24, 2025
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Anonymous
Feb 8, 2020
In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

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Anonymous
Aug 16, 2024
Consultation with a urologist

I had a visit to a urologist, treatment did not help, the next recommendation was to visit in a month. Alas, the pain has not gone away.

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Anonymous
Feb 25, 2019
Biopsy

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Елена
Jan 6, 2020
Ophthalmology

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