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Giovanni Nano
29 years of experience
4.8
39 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Donato Hospital

Giovanni Nano

29 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Giovanni Nano is a renowned vascular surgeon with over 25 years of experience, specializing in cardiovascular diseases, vascular and endovascular surgery, and angiology. He is recognized as one of the first doctors in Italy to treat endovascular aneurysms. His professional expertise also includes handling cases related to aortic aneurysms, stent placement, and carotid artery disease.Read more
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Carlo Pappone
4.8
39 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Donato Hospital

accreditations:

European Society of Cardiology
American College of Cardiology

Prof. Carlo Pappone is the Head of the Operative Unit of Clinical Arithmology and the Electrophysiology Laboratory at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato in Milan and an experienced Fellow in numerous international cardiology societies. He has a specialization in Cardiology from 1990 and a PhD in Cardiovascular Diseases from 1995, and has been involved in all electrophysiology procedures. He has also developed a new epicardial ablation procedure to identify and eliminate the mechanisms that trigger sudden death in Brugada syndrome patients. He has been an invited speaker and moderator at major national and international congresses in the field of cardiology and arrhythmology, and has a total of 184 scientific articles, 30 book chapters and 184 papers with 16,814 citations and an H-Index of 50. He is also a reviewer of numerous journals and has won an Elite Reviewer Award from the Editorial Board of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC) in 2006.

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Massimo Falconi
4.5
59 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Raffaele

accreditations:

The International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
The European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society
The European Society of Medical Oncology

Professor Massimo Falconi is a gastrointestinal oncologist with over 30 years of experience specializing in pancreatic diseases. He practices at Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan and has led 3,600 surgeries, including distal, total, middle pancreatectomies , pancreatic resections, and enucleations. He is the Director of the Pancreatic Surgery and the Pancreas Translational and Clinical Unit at IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele with international experience in Japan, Spain, Germany, and Sweden. Prof. Falconi has written over 330 articles and taken part in 350+ Italian and 220+ international conferences, and is a member of several organizations.

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Lorenzo Menicanti
4.8
39 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Donato Hospital
Professor Lorenzo Menicanti is a world-renowned cardiac surgeon with a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Catholic University of Rome (Italy) and specialisations in Urology, Paediatric Surgery, and Cardiac Surgery from universities in Italy. He is a member of multiple medical associations, has performed over 15,000 heart operations, is the author of the technique of surgical reconstruction of the left ventricle, and has authored more than 160 scientific papers with a high citation rate.Read more
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Maria Doria
23 years of experience
4.8
39 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Donato Hospital

Maria Doria

23 years of experience

She performs interventions for the establishment of distal arteriovenous fistulas in collaboration with the vascular surgeon and autonomously performs procedures of tunneled CVC placements for the execution of the dialysis treatment.

Collaborates with intensive care units and coronary arteries for continuous dialysis treatments (CRRT) in patients with acute renal failure and chronic dialysis patients.

She manages the Centre of clinical nephrology and dialysis at San Donato Hospital with particular interest in conservative therapy and pre-dialysis.

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Marco De Angelis
31 years of experience
Italy, Bologna
Lucia Magnani Health Clinic

Marco De Angelis

31 years of experience
Dr. Marco De Angelis is a researcher affiliated with the Department of Psychology at the University of Bologna, focusing on sustainable mobility, travel satisfaction, and psychosocial factors influencing commuting behaviors.Read more
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Oreste Gentilini
25 years of experience
4.5
59 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Raffaele

Oreste Gentilini

25 years of experience

accreditations:

EU-BREAST

Doctor Oreste Gentilini is an Italian specialist in breast cancer treatment with over 20 years of experience, providing over 5,000 breast cancer surgeries. He is the head of the Breast Unit in San Raffaele Hospital and the SOUND study at the European Institute of Oncology of Milan. He has authored over 100 papers on breast tumors treatment, with a focus on breast cancer management in young women and pregnant patients. He is a founding member and Vice President of EU-BREAST, and a member of the board of directors of the Italian National Association of Senologists and Surgeons (ANISC).

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Alessandro Giovanelli
31 years of experience
5.0
14 reviews
Italy, Milan
IRCCS OSPEDALE GALEAZZI - SANT'AMBROGIO

Alessandro Giovanelli

31 years of experience
Dr. Alessandro Giovanelli is a seasoned bariatric surgeon with 39 years of experience, specializing in obesity and general surgery. He is renowned for his expertise in high-complexity procedures such as gastric sleeve resection, gastric bypass, and gastric banding. He has performed over 9,000 open general surgical operations, utilizing video-assisted techniques. Dr. Giovanelli has also made significant contributions to the field with 70 publications in international medical journals.Read more
5.0
14 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Discectomy $11445.58
Laminectomy $11445.58
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction $12535.63 - $13080.66
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Giuseppe Speziale
27 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Italy, Rome
Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy

Giuseppe Speziale

27 years of experience
Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is a highly experienced Cardiologist and Cardiovascular Surgeon from Italy. He specializes in cardio surgery, minimally-invasive and noninvasive valvular surgery for mitral, aortic, and tricuspid valves, as well as surgery for cardiac arrhythmias, Thoraortic atrium, myocardial surgery, and heart failure. He is known for performing procedures such as Coronary Artery Stenting, Heart Bypass Surgery (CABG), Valve Replacement, Implantation of Artificial Pacemaker, Mitral Valve Repair, Balloon Valvuloplasty, Interatrial Septum Defect Closure, Interventricular Septum Defect Closure, Heart Valve Repair Surgery, Balloon Plastic of Heart Valves, and Opened Foramen Ovale Closure.Read more
5.0
1 review
Doctor's visit price on request
Facelift surgery $10900.55 - $26161.32
Laminectomy $18530.93
Breast lift $6540.33 - $8720.44
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Giulio Boscarino
16 years of experience

Giulio Boscarino

16 years of experience
Italy, Bologna
Lucia Magnani Health Clinic
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Pasquale Totaro
31 years of experience
Italy, Bari
Ospedale Santa Maria

Pasquale Totaro

31 years of experience

Since January 1993, Dr. Totaro holds the role of the Coordinator of the MAP (Medically Assisted Procreation) Center and of the Obstetrics-Gynecological Ultrasound Center at the Ospedale Santa Maria at the Maternal and Child Department. Under his supervision the Center, one of the leading MAR centers in Italy, performs more than 1,000 procedures a year. Ospedale Santa Maria - is in first position, for number of cycles of IUI, intrauterine insemination (586) - level I technique, while for the number of oocyte thawing procedures - level II and III technique - the hospital of Santa Maria from Bari occupies the 4th place in the national ranking.

In 1986 Dr. Totaro graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bari, Italy with full marks, where 4 years later he specialized in Gynecology and Obstetrics. He then completed his diploma with participation at numerous professional courses, such as "Biophysical and biochemical monitoring of the fetus" (one year course, 1991, Bari) and obtaining a diploma in Clinical Sexuology from the ELEUSIS – International Center for the study, research and therapy of female, male and couple sexual dysfunctions (two years course, 1996, Bari). 

In order to broaden his knowledge in the obstetrics-gynecological scientific field, Dr. Totaro participates, both as moderator and speaker and as organizer, in numerous conferences, symposiums, congresses and courses (over 40 national and international congresses) and is the author of more than 30 scientific publications. 

 

Dr. Totaro is an active member of the following organizations:

ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology)

SIRU (Italian Society of Human Reproduction)

SIGO (Italian Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics)

AOGOI (Italian Association of Hospital Obstetricians and Gynecologists)

SIMOP (Italian Society of Private Hospital Doctors)

ESG (European Society of Gynecology).

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Jacopo Peccatori
27 years of experience
4.5
59 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Raffaele

Jacopo Peccatori

27 years of experience

accreditations:

The European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation

Dr. Jacopo Peccatori is the Head of Bone Marrow Transplant Department in San Raffaele Scientific Institute and one of the top lymphoma doctors. He has been in this position since 2006 and has written over 70 studies on allogeneic bone marrow transplantation, acute leukemia, and multiple myeloma. He has a degree in general medicine from the University of Milan and specialties in internal medicine and haematology and is a member of The European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation and The Italian Group for Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation and Cell Therapies.

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Antonio Braun
14 years of experience
Italy, Bari
Ospedale Santa Maria

Antonio Braun

14 years of experience

Dr Braun's primary responsibilities include direct leadership and execution of complex surgeries, including gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, and other advanced metabolic and bariatric procedures. He has developed solid experience in managing the different clinical challenges present in obese patients, providing them with personalized and optimized care to ensure positive long-term outcomes.

His surgical practice is based on an in-depth methodology and a careful look at the latest technological innovations in the field of bariatric surgery. He has actively worked to implement advanced protocols and continually improve operational techniques, while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and care.

With over 2000 operations performed as a surgeon specializing in oncology, he has developed extensive experience and expertise in laparoscopic and robotic surgery applied to the care of cancer patients.

As a primary operator, he has successfully conducted a wide range of laparoscopic and robotic surgeries for the treatment of oncological conditions, including gastrointestinal, urological, gynecological and other solid tumors. His surgical practice has focused on the application of advanced techniques, using cutting-edge laparoscopic instruments and robotic systems

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Luigi Masoni
35 years of experience
5.0
1 review
Italy, Rome
Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy

Luigi Masoni

35 years of experience
Prof. Dr. Luigi Masoni is a seasoned general surgeon with a specialty in Oncology and General Surgery. His expertise lies in minimally invasive colorectal surgeries, proctological, and pelvic floor surgery. With 35 years of experience, Dr. Masoni has innovated a new bilio-intestinal bypass technique and won an award for performing a total proctocolectomy with a three trocars technique.Read more
5.0
1 review
Doctor's visit price on request
Facelift surgery $10900.55 - $26161.32
Laminectomy $18530.93
Breast lift $6540.33 - $8720.44
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François Lechanoine
12 years of experience
Italy, Bologna
Maria Cecilia Hospital

François Lechanoine

12 years of experience

Dr. Lechanoine is a highly accomplished neurosurgeon with extensive international experience, currently serving as a senior consultant at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. With over 2,500 surgeries performed, including 1,600 as the lead surgeon, Dr. Lechanoine has built a distinguished career specializing in complex brain and spine surgeries. His areas of expertise include brainstem conditions, intraventricular neuroendoscopy for hydrocephalus and tumors, transsphenoidal surgery for pituitary adenomas, and minimally invasive spine procedures such as UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy).

His medical journey has taken him across Europe and beyond, with positions at prestigious institutions such as CHU de Grenoble Alpes and CHRU de Tours in France, and Ospedale Santobono in Naples, Italy. In addition, his dedication to pediatric neurosurgery has led to international collaborations, including at the General Peltier Hospital in Djibouti and the Meyer Children’s Hospital in Florence.

Dr. Lechanoine’s education is equally impressive. He graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Caen, France, in 2012 and specialized in neurosurgery at the University of Tours under the guidance of renowned professors Stéphane Velut and Patrick François. His specialization focused on innovative endoscopic treatments for intracranial arachnoid cysts in children. Throughout his career, Dr. Lechanoine has pursued numerous advanced training courses, earning prestigious certifications, including the Diploma of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS) and the European Diploma of Spine Surgery (Eurospine).

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Lechanoine has contributed significantly to the field of neurosurgery through research and education. He has authored numerous scientific publications in leading international journals, with a total impact factor of 71.46. He is also a dedicated educator, serving as a tutor at international workshops on brain and spine endoscopy, and he recently founded a UBE surgical training center at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

 

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Doctor's visit price on request
Discectomy $11990.6 - $27251.37
Laminectomy $11990.6 - $18530.93
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Alessio Lovi
20 years of experience
5.0
14 reviews
Italy, Milan
IRCCS OSPEDALE GALEAZZI - SANT'AMBROGIO

Alessio Lovi

20 years of experience
Dr. Alessio Lovi is a specialist in orthopedics, traumatology, and spine surgery, with a focus on both adult and pediatric patients. He is known for his expertise in various operations like vertebral plastic, conservative treatment of scoliosis, surgical treatment of scoliosis, kyphoplasty, anterior cervical discectomy, and endoscopic discectomy. He is an active member of several medical societies and has significantly contributed to the field with his research work, having authored numerous publications in national and international scientific journals.Read more
5.0
14 reviews
Doctor's visit price on request
Discectomy $11445.58
Laminectomy $11445.58
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction $12535.63 - $13080.66
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Ismail Ayman
19 years of experience
Italy, Bologna
Maria Cecilia Hospital

Ismail Ayman

19 years of experience

Dr. Ayman is a Medical Doctor and Surgeon specializing in General and Bariatric Surgery, with extensive training and experience in minimally invasive surgery and obesity management.

Doctor earned his Master's Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Brescia in 2005. He then completed his specialization in General Surgery at the same university in 2016, with a thesis titled "Fast track in minimally invasive colon surgery. He has complete autonomy in the clinical management of complex patients and extensive experience in performing a variety of surgical procedures, including major surgeries. His expertise includes gastric and colorectal surgery, bariatric surgery, abdominal wall surgery, videolaparoscopic (VLC) and laparotomic (VLA) procedures, and proctology. He is particularly skilled in performing medium and major surgeries in emergency settings.

Currently, he practices at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Bologna, where he evaluates the degree of obesity and associated conditions. Based on these assessments, he determines the most suitable surgical intervention, such as sleeve gastrectomy, gastric bypass, and mini laparoscopic bypass.

He has advanced training in colorectal and abdominal wall surgery from top institutions in Italy and Belgium.

He is an active member of the Italian Society of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Disorders (S.I.C.OB.) and the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders (IFSO), contributing to the advancement of bariatric surgery on an international level.

Dr. Ayman is distinguished by his dedication to patient care and his advanced skills in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery.

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Doctor's visit price on request
Discectomy $11990.6 - $27251.37
Laminectomy $11990.6 - $18530.93
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Fabio Ciceri
34 years of experience
4.5
59 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Raffaele

Fabio Ciceri

34 years of experience

accreditations:

The Italian Society of Hematology

Professor Fabio Ciceri is the Head of the Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit at San Raffaele Research Hospital and the Blood Transfusion Centre. He has over 180 papers published and has held various Medical and Teaching positions since 1989. He is a member of multiple organizations related to Hematology and was awarded a Merit Recognition Award at the University of Ferrara. He is a Principal Investigator in Cell and Gene Therapy clinical trials for haematological cancers, immune-deficiencies, and neuromuscular disorder.

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Bianchini Giampaolo
19 years of experience
4.5
59 reviews
Italy, Milan
San Raffaele

Bianchini Giampaolo

19 years of experience
Doctor Giampaolo Bianchini is a medical oncologist with 15 years of clinical experience in breast cancer treatment. He has been a co-investigator in over 100 clinical trials and is the Head of the Breast Cancer Group and the clinical translational and immunotherapy research group at the Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan. He has a degree in general medicine and surgery and a specialization in medical oncology and has published over 45 papers on breast cancer.Read more
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Nicola Vione
27 years of experience
Italy, Turin
Santa Caterina da Siena

Nicola Vione

27 years of experience

Dr. Nicola Vione specializes in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Pathology.

He began his training at the University of Turin where, in 1996 he obtained a degree in Medicine and Surgery, and in 1997 the qualification to practice. Subsequently, in 2001 he obtained the specialist diploma in Otorhinolaryngology and Head and Neck Pathology. 

Over the years of his career he has attended various prestigious hospitals, perfecting himself in Functional and Aesthetic Surgery of the nose, performing thousands of operations and obtaining excellent results. He regularly attends specialization courses and national and international congresses, learning the most avant-garde techniques of the moment such as preservation rhinoplasty which allows primary rhinoplasty operations to be performed, guaranteeing respect for the anatomy of the nose and obtaining extremely natural and a shorter post-operative period.

Since 2015, he has been collaborating with the "Micheli-Pellegrini" Study Center, one of the most prestigious schools in Italy of rhino-cervical-facial reconstructive surgery, as a member of the scientific committee and as a Professor of Functional and Aesthetic Surgery of the Nose. He currently works at the San Luigi Gonzaga public hospital in Orbassano (Turin), as Medical Director of the Otolaryngology Operative Unit. He also works in some private clinics, such as Santa Caterina da Siena GVM and the Fornaca Clinic in Sessant.

Dr Vione is a member of numerous national scientific societies such as AICEFF (Italian Association of Aesthetic and Functional Surgery of the Face), AOOI (Association of Italian Hospital Otorhinolaryngologists), AIOCC (Italian Association of Head and Neck Oncology) and SIOeChCF ( Italian Society of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery). Registered, since 1997, in the Provincial Order of Surgeons of Asti

Dr. Nicola Vione is an established professional in the field of Otolaryngology and particularly expert in Functional and Aesthetic Surgery of the nose.

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