Pasquale Totaro

Specialization: Reproductive endocrinologist
33 years of experience
Speaks:
English, Italian
Workplace: Italy, Bari, Ospedale Santa Maria
Coordinator of a leading Italian MAR center performing over 1,000 procedures a year; Ospedale Santa Maria ranks 1st in Italy for IUI cycles under this supervision.
Dr. Pasquale Totaro is a reproductive endocrinologist at Ospedale Santa Maria in Bari. He coordinates a fertility center performing 1,000+ procedures every year. Under his leadership, the hospital ranks first in Italy for intrauterine insemination (IUI) cycles. Dr. Totaro specializes in medically assisted procreation and obstetrics-gynecological ultrasound.
- Ranks 4th nationally for oocyte thawing procedures.
- Authored over 30 scientific publications on reproductive medicine.
- Active member of the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).
- Performs complex procedures including IVF, egg cryopreservation, and robotic myomectomy.

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Qualifications

Dr. Pasquale Totaro is a reproductive endocrinologist and obstetrician-gynecologist at Ospedale Santa Maria in Italy. He coordinates a medical assistance center that performs over 1,000 fertility procedures annually. Under his leadership, the facility ranks first in Italy for intrauterine insemination (IUI) cycles.

Fertility and Gynecological Care

The physician treats medically assisted procreation and performs obstetrics-gynecological ultrasound. He performs 586 IUI cycles per year, which is the highest volume in the country. Dr. Totaro also oversees level II and III techniques, including oocyte thawing. His department ranks fourth nationally for these procedures. Additionally, he treats conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and polycystic ovaries.

Clinical Expertise & Methods

Dr. Totaro performs a wide range of surgical and fertility treatments. He uses the Da Vinci robotic system for myomectomies and hysterectomies. This robotic platform allows for high precision during the removal of fibroids or the uterus. The doctor also provides monitoring and therapy for sexual dysfunctions. His approach includes:

In Vitro Fertilization (IVF) and Embryo Transfer
Testicular sperm aspiration (TESA) and extraction (TESE) — procedures to collect sperm directly from the testicle for use in IVF
Laparoscopic surgery for ovarian cysts and endometriosis
High intensity focused ultrasound ablation (HIFU) — a non-invasive treatment that uses ultrasound waves to destroy tumors or growths
Cryopreservation of eggs and sperm

Work Experience

1993–present — Coordinator of the MAP Center, Ospedale Santa Maria, Bari
1993–present — Coordinator of the Obstetrics-Gynecological Ultrasound Center, Ospedale Santa Maria

Education and Training

1986 — University of Bari — Degree in Medicine and Surgery with full marks, Italy
1990 — University of Bari — Residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics, Italy
1991 — University of Bari — Course in biophysical monitoring of the fetus
1996 — ELEUSIS International Center — Diploma in Clinical Sexuology, Bari

Research and Publications

The doctor contributes to the advancement of reproductive medicine through clinical research. He has authored over 30 scientific publications in his field. Dr. Totaro also participates in more than 40 national and international congresses. He serves as a moderator, speaker, and organizer for these professional symposiums.

Professional Memberships

European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
Italian Society of Human Reproduction (SIRU)
Italian Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics (SIGO)
Italian Association of Hospital Obstetricians and Gynecologists (AOGOI)
Italian Society of Private Hospital Doctors (SIMOP)
European Society of Gynecology (ESG)