Doctors in Italy — Page 2

Dr. Luigi Masoni is a general surgeon at Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy in Rome. He specializes in oncological surgery and minimally invasive colorectal procedures. Dr. Masoni created a new laparoscopic bilio-intestinal bypass technique. He also developed a three-trocar method for total proctocolectomy.

• Specialized in colorectal surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in the USA.
• Treats pelvic floor disorders and colorectal cancer using minimally invasive techniques.
• Former lecturer and scientific council member at the University of Rome La Sapienza.
• Works at a hospital accredited by the Italian National Health Service.

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.

Dr. François Lechanoine is a neurosurgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He has performed over 2,500 surgeries. This includes 1,600 procedures as the lead surgeon. He specializes in complex brain and spine conditions. Dr. Lechanoine founded the UBE surgical training center at his hospital.

• Holds diplomas from the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies and Eurospine.
• Expert in minimally invasive spine procedures like Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy.
• Treats complex cases including brainstem conditions and pituitary adenomas.
• Works at Maria Cecilia Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Italy.

Dr. Fausto Castriota is an interventional cardiologist at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He is the principal investigator for the Protected TAVR study on brain protection. He serves as a Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC). Dr. Castriota holds dual specializations in cardiology and radiology.

• Authored over 150 full-length publications and 20 chapters in specialized medical volumes.
• Treats coronary artery disease and performs transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI).
• Member of the international editorial board for the journal Eurointervention.
• Works at JCI-accredited Maria Cecilia Hospital, which handles 15% of Italy’s cardiac surgeries.

Dr. Ismail Ayman is a specialist in bariatric and general surgery at Maria Cecilia Hospital. He focuses on obesity management through minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Ayman performs sleeve gastrectomies and various gastric bypass techniques. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility designated as a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence.

• Active member of the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity (IFSO).
• Member of the Italian Society of Obesity Surgery and Metabolic Disorders (S.I.C.OB.).
• Specializes in mini laparoscopic bypass and metabolic surgery.
• Expert in emergency surgical interventions and complex proctology procedures.

Dr. Carlo Saltutti is a urological surgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for prostate, kidney, and bladder cancers. Dr. Saltutti treats disorders of the male and female urinary and reproductive systems. He uses a personalized approach to ensure effective, high-quality patient care.

• Performs robotic da Vinci prostatectomy and minimally invasive nephrectomy.
• Treats urological conditions including kidney stones, incontinence, and sexual dysfunction.
• Member of the Italian Society of Urology.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Maria Cecilia Hospital, part of the GVM Care Research network.

Dr. Antonio Braun has performed over 12,000 gastrointestinal interventions at Maria Cecilia Hospital. He is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in bariatric and digestive surgery. He completed a two-year training internship at Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Braun uses laparoscopic techniques to improve patient recovery and safety.

• Completed over 500 successful fundoplication procedures for GERD treatment.
• Member of the Italian Society of Obesity Surgery (SICOB).
• Performs Da Vinci robotic surgeries for gastric sleeve and gastrectomy.
• Works at JCI-accredited Maria Cecilia Hospital, a bariatric center of excellence.

Dr. Nicola Vione has performed thousands of procedures in functional and facial plastic surgery. He is a specialist in otorhinolaryngology at Santa Caterina da Siena clinic in Turin. Dr. Vione serves as a Professor of Functional and Aesthetic Surgery of the Nose.

• Serves on the scientific committee of the Micheli–Pellegrini Study Center.
• Uses preservation rhinoplasty techniques to protect nasal anatomy and speed recovery.
• Maintains membership in the Italian Association of Aesthetic and Functional Surgery of the Face.
• Treats complex conditions including deviated septums, nasal polyps, and sleep apnea.

Dr. Maria Doria directs the Nephrology and Dialysis Unit at San Donato Hospital in Milan. She oversees a unit that performs approximately 11,000 dialysis treatments every year. Dr. Doria specialize in clinical nephrology with a focus on conservative and pre-dialysis therapies. She works at a facility ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

• Performs distal arteriovenous fistula interventions and tunneled CVC placements.
• Conducts continuous dialysis treatments for patients with acute renal failure.
• Collaborates with intensive care and coronary units for complex renal cases.
• Practices at the IRCCS-accredited San Donato Hospital, a national research center.

Dr. Roberto Danchise is an orthopedic surgeon at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio in Milan. He performed the first meniscus transplant in Italy. Dr. Danchise has completed 16,000+ arthroscopic procedures. He has also performed over 2,100 knee replacements. He specializes in sports injuries, joint diseases, and traumatology.

• Serves as Chair of the Italian Society for Knee Surgery.
• Founder and editor-in-chief of the Artroscopia e Ginocchio journal.
• Co-founder of the Italian society for arthroscopy and sports injury (SIGASCOT).
• Former board member for the Lombardy Region cartilage transplantation guidelines.

Dr. Caterina Lania is a consultant in andrology and urology at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan. She authored over 150 scientific articles on the genitourinary system. Dr. Lania specializes in treating both male and female urogenital conditions at an IRCCS-accredited research center. She treats complex pathologies of the male genital organs and bladder tumors.

• Performs diagnostic procedures for male infertility and impotence.
• Expertise covers general surgery, andrology, and urological interventions.
• Treats patients at a hospital ranked among the world's best by Newsweek.
• Conducts laboratory research on the pathophysiology of the genitourinary tract.

Dr. Riccardo Rosati heads the Gastrointestinal Surgery Department at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan. He leads a high-volume center that treats approximately 2,000 surgical cases every year. Dr. Rosati specializes in minimally invasive surgery for esophageal and large bowel diseases. He has authored over 300 scientific publications on digestive tract disorders.

• Expert in open and minimally invasive surgery for esophageal and stomach cancer.
• Former Director of the University Center for Esophagogastric Diseases.
• Member of the American College of Surgeons and European Surgical Association.
• Works at San Raffaele, a Newsweek-ranked top hospital and IRCCS research center.

Dr. Roberto Chiesa is a vascular surgeon at San Raffaele Research Hospital in Milan. He specializes in thoracic and thoracoabdominal aortic diseases. Dr. Chiesa is known for his work on the frozen elephant trunk technique. He holds specializations in general, vascular, and cardiac surgery. His expertise includes treating vascular graft infections and complex aortic conditions.

• Served as President of the Italian Vascular Surgery Society (SICVE).
• Former President of the French Vascular Surgery Society (SCVE).
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery guideline committees.
• Scientific coordinator for the Vascular Update Journal.

Dr. Fabio Ciceri heads the Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplantation Unit at San Raffaele Research Hospital. He is a primary investigator in clinical trials for cell and gene therapies. These trials treat hematological cancers, immune deficiencies, and neuromuscular disorders. Dr. Ciceri works at San Raffaele, the hospital that achieved the world's first stem cell therapy for ADA-SCID.

• Performs allogeneic and autologous bone marrow transplants and CAR T-cell therapy.
• Authored over 180 scientific papers on hematology and oncology.
• Is a member of the European Hematology Association and the International Cardio-Oncology Society.
• Treats complex blood conditions including leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma.

Dr. Claudio Vicini is a specialized ENT surgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He is an expert in robotic-assisted treatment for obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Vicini co-developed the Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE) technique. He also specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of Eagle syndrome.

• Trained at Stanford, Johns Hopkins, and the University of Pennsylvania.
• Winner of the Top Cited Paper Impact Factor Award for robotic sleep surgery research.
• Former Director of the Department of Head and Neck Surgery for regional health authorities.
• Leads the Kalypnos Project for the comprehensive diagnosis of sleep disorders.

Dr. Fabio Meneghini specializes in ultrasonic rhinoplasty at Maria Cecilia Hospital. He uses ultrasound instruments to sculpt nasal bones without rasps or chisels. This technique reduces bleeding, swelling, and bruising for his patients. Dr. Meneghini acts as Co-Head of the Maxillofacial Surgery Unit.

• Expert in reconstructive and functional rhinoplasty using conservative surgical methods.
• Member of the Rhinoplasty Society of Europe and the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery.
• Serves as a lecturer at the University of Padua.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy.

Dr. Vito Chiantera has performed over 10,000 surgeries at Ruesch Clinic in Naples. He is a gynecologic oncologist specializing in deep endometriosis and pelvic neurosurgery. Dr. Chiantera serves as Vice President of the International Society of Neuropelveology in Zurich. He also holds a role as a Professor at the University of Palermo.

• Uses laparoscopic and robotic systems like the Da Vinci Xi.
• Treats complex conditions like ovarian cancer and uterine prolapse.
• Pioneered neuromodulation techniques for chronic pelvic pain management.
• Held clinical and academic roles at Charité Berlin and Cornell University.

Cardiology

Dr. Tommaso Lupattelli has performed over 3,000 embolization procedures at Maria Cecilia Hospital. He is a specialist in urological surgery, interventional radiology, and vascular surgery. Dr. Lupattelli was named the European Community Physician of the Year. He earned this award for advancing mini-invasive embolization techniques.

• Trained for two years in top-tier university hospitals in London.
• Author of over 200 scientific publications on endovascular treatments.
• Specializes in embolization for varicocele and uterine fibroids.
• Former professor of radiology and interventional radiology in Perugia.

Dr. Oreste Gentilini has performed 5,000+ breast cancer surgeries at San Raffaele Research Hospital. He specializes in procedures that preserve the breast and lymph nodes. Dr. Gentilini is a leader in preventive surgery for women with high genetic risks. He focuses on treating young women and pregnant patients.

• Heads the Breast Unit and Research Unit at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan.
• Sits on the board of the Italian National Association of Senologists and Surgeons.
• Vice President and founding member of the EU-BREAST organization.
• Authored over 100 scientific papers on breast tumor management.