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Dr. Roberto Bassani has performed over 2,500 major spinal surgical operations in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine.

The doctor is the Director of the Radiation Oncology Unit and holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Rome, Italy. With a specialization in Radiology, the doctor focuses on oncological imaging and interventional techniques, particularly in the breast area.

From 2005 to 2021, the doctor taught the course 'Radiology Professional Training' at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. A member of the radiology residency program, the doctor has authored over 100 peer-reviewed journal articles and numerous publications in international journals.

The doctor is a member of SIRM and ESR and serves as a co-editor of an international journal.

The doctor is the Director of the Radiation Oncology Unit and holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from Università La Sapienza, Rome, Italy, with a specialization in Radiation Oncology from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.

Specializing in high-tech applications in Radiation Oncology, the doctor is proficient in Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy, Stereotactic Radiation Therapy, Adaptive Radiation Therapy, and Brachytherapy. The doctor focuses on optimizing radiation treatments using advanced imaging for target volume delineation and integrating radiotherapy with surgery and chemotherapy, particularly for Upper Gastro-intestinal, Prostate, and Lung cancers.

The doctor serves as an Assistant Professor in Radiation Oncology at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and is a faculty member at the ESTRO Teaching Course.

The doctor serves as the Director of the Orthopedics and Traumatology Complex Operational Unit at Mater Olbia Hospital. Holding a degree in Medicine and Surgery and a Certificate of Specialist in Orthopedic Surgery from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, the doctor also completed a PhD in Experimental Methodologies and Technological Applications in Angiology, Vascular Surgery, and Orthopedics.

Specializing in hip and knee prosthetic surgery, sports traumatology, and arthroscopic knee surgery, the doctor has performed over 5500 surgical procedures, with over 2500 as the primary operator. From 2009 to 2020, the doctor taught Orthopedic and Traumatology at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore.

The doctor serves as the Director of the Neurosurgery Unit at Mater Olbia Hospital and is an Assistant Professor at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Rome. With a degree in Medicine and Surgery from Università G. D’Annunzio in Chieti and a specialization in Neurosurgery from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, the doctor focuses on neuro-oncological, vascular, and spinal pathologies. Emphasizing minimally invasive techniques, the doctor utilizes cutting-edge technology such as intraoperative CT scans, ultrasounds, and neuronavigation. The doctor has performed over 4000 surgical procedures, including more than 2000 as the primary surgeon.

The doctor serves as the Director of Gynecology and Breast Care Center at Mater Olbia Hospital and leads the Women’s Care Center there. Specializing in minimally-invasive and multimodal guided-surgery techniques for Breast Cancer, the doctor is committed to oncoplastics and Gynecologic Oncology, with a research focus on vulvar malignancies, having performed over 2000 surgical procedures. The doctor is an Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Catholic University in Rome and a faculty member at the Royal College of Surgeons, England. The doctor coordinates research projects on women's cancer treatment technologies and prognostic markers in rare gynecological tumors.

The doctor is the Director of the General Surgery Unit at Mater Olbia Hospital and holds a Medical Degree with Honors from the Catholic University in Rome, Italy. Specializing in general surgery, the doctor completed a residency and obtained a Certificate of Specialist in General Surgery from the same institution.

With extensive experience, the doctor has performed over 1300 surgical procedures as the first operator, including liver, pancreas, and kidney transplants, and more than 500 oncologic operations, primarily laparoscopic, as well as over 370 emergency surgeries.

The doctor has also contributed to academia as a teacher of general surgery and is an active member of the Italian Society of Surgery and the Italian Society of Oncologic Surgery.

The doctor is the Director of the Endocrine and Bariatric Surgery Unit at Mater Olbia Hospital Bariatric Center. The doctor graduated from the School of Medicine, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Rome, Italy, with a degree in Medicine and Surgery and a Certificate of Specialist in General Surgery. Specializing in laparoscopic surgical approaches to morbid obesity and endocrine gland diseases, the doctor emphasizes minimally invasive techniques. With over 4500 surgical procedures, including more than 1500 as the primary surgeon, the doctor has extensive experience in elective and emergency surgeries.

From 2015 to 2020, the doctor taught "General surgery professional training" at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and was a teacher at the National School of Endocrine Surgery of the Italian Society of Surgery from 2013 to 2018.

The doctor is a distinguished gastroenterologist and clinical researcher specializing in gastrointestinal endoscopy and gastroenterology. Graduating from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Belgrade, the doctor completed a fellowship in gastroenterology and earned both MSc and PhD degrees there. The doctor led the GI endoscopy at University Clinic in Belgrade from 2007 to 2012 and served as Assistant Medical Director of the Center of Digestive Endoscopy at the Academic Hospital Center Udine from 2013 to 2019.

Clinical interests include therapeutic and interventional endoscopy, colorectal diseases, chronic pancreatitis, and gastrointestinal oncology. Research focuses on innovative therapeutic endoscopy techniques, CRC screening, pancreatic carcinogenesis, and personalized therapy for obesity.

The doctor is a specialist in Gastroenterology and Bariatric Surgery at the Madonnina Clinic in Milan, Italy. With a clinical focus on conditions such as Gastritis, Ascites, Obesity, Stomach Ulcer, and Colon Cancer, the doctor is dedicated to providing expert care in these areas.

Prof Spiezia works for our private clinic in Naples, Clinica Ruesch. He is also the Head of the Endocrine Surgery Operative Unit at Ospedale del Mare Hospital, specializing in surgical procedures related to endocrine disorders, particularly thyroid and adrenal surgeries. He is also the Head of the Endocrine Surgery Regional Network, and consultant in the field of diagnostics and ultrasound-interventional therapy. 

Professor specializes in all endocrine pathologies with minimally invasive thyroid-saving interventions, on the parathyroids and lymph nodes, through video-assisted techniques, thermoablation with radio frequency for thyroid nodules, microwave thermoablation, and with laser.

He diagnoses the thyroid and lymph nodes by means of ultrasound-guided needle aspiration. Qualified as a robotic surgeon, coordinates training schools in endocrine ultrasound and has promoted various scientific meetings and training courses, emphasizing the care pathways for patients with thyroid pathologies. 

EDUCATION

Prof Stefano Spiezia holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Naples, graduating cum laude in 1981. He specialized in Emergency Surgery at the same university, obtaining his diploma in 1986. In 1993, he completed a six-month specialization course in Minimally Invasive Surgery, followed by a managerial course in 1996 focused on healthcare organization management. He received accreditation for ultrasound units in 1997 and achieved a II level University Master’s Degree in Endocrine Surgery from the Seconda Università degli studi di Naples in 2007. This extensive educational background underscores his expertise in surgical practice and healthcare management.

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY

Stefano Spiezia has held several significant roles both in Italy and internationally, including:

• Head of the Endocrine Surgery Operative Unit, Naples, Italy
• Adjunct Professor at the University of Turin, Italy (2011-2025)
• Professor at Second University of Naples for Endocrine surgery, and Interventional diagnostics of the neck (1998-2014)
• Coordinator of the Training School at the Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (SIUMB).
• Director and founder of the "Save Your Thyroid" International School of SIUMB, operating in Naples, Italy, and Cairo, Egypt
• Consultant in the Visiting Professor program at the Saudi German Hospital in Cairo, Egypt.
• Speaker and Organizer at various international congresses, including the ACTA Congress in Taipei, and the American Thyroid Association Congress in Chicago 

RESEARCH, PUBLICATIONS, MEMBERSHIP

Prof. Stefano Spiezia's research primarily focuses on endocrine disorders, particularly in the context of thyroid and adrenal surgeries: the development and application of minimally invasive surgical techniques, particularly for thyroid and adrenal surgeries, and is recognized as an expert in thermal ablation of the thyroid. 

In Clinical Trials, he is the Principal Investigator (PI) of the first in-human clinical trial (NP-TF-024) aimed at treating benign thyroid nodules, which highlights his commitment to advancing treatment options in endocrine surgery.

Stefano Spiezia is a member of several professional societies, including:

• Founder member of the EUROMIT in Minimally Invasive Thyroid Treatments
• American Thyroid Association: A leading organization focused on thyroid health and research.
• North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology: This society is dedicated to advancing the field of interventional thyroidology.
• Italian Society of Endocrine Surgery (SIUEC): He is a member and serves as a regional delegate in this society, which focuses on endocrine surgical practices in Italy.
• Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (SIUMB): He is a member and currently serves as the General Secretary of this society, which promotes the use of ultrasound in medical practice

His  Editorial Roles:  Review Editor on the Editorial Board of Thyroid Endocrinology and a member of the Video Endocrinology editorial board in the ATA. 

Author of 7 books and 68 scientific publications.

His work has been cited 3,466 times across 2,256 documents, indicating a significant impact in his field.

The doctor specializes in Cardiology and Cardiovascular Surgery, focusing on minimally invasive and noninvasive valvular surgeries. With a distinguished career, the doctor has contributed significantly to the field through research, publications, and active participation in professional organizations.

Graduating with honors from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart Rome, the doctor further specialized in Cardiac Surgery at La Sapienza University. Currently, the doctor serves as the Director of Cardiac Surgery at Santa Maria Hospital and Anthea Hospital, and is the Vice President of GVM Care & Research.

The doctor is a neurologist specializing in cerebrovascular diseases, Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, and neuromuscular pathologies. He graduated with honors in Medicine and Surgery and specialized in Neurology at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome. He also completed a Master in Cerebrovascular Diseases from La Sapienza University, Rome, and is a Certified Instructor in Advanced Simulation Applied to Medical Education. His professional roles include Director of the Operating Unit at Mater Olbia Hospital and Neurologist assistant at IRCCS E.Medea, with significant research contributions in Clinical Neurophysiology and Clinical Neurology.

The doctor is a specialist in Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases with a Degree in Medicine and Surgery and a PhD from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome. The doctor's research encompasses a wide range of endocrinological and metabolic conditions, including Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders, Hypothalamic-pituitary disorders, Adrenal disorders, Osteoporosis, Menstrual cycle dysfunctions, Neuroendocrine tumors, Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes, and dyslipidemia.

The doctor is a leading plastic surgeon in Italy, directing nine Doctor’s Equipe Microfat Clinical Centers specializing in regenerative medicine. He is renowned for developing the Microfat and Nanofat procedures, which are ISO certified and based on over 2,000 fat transfers. The doctor is an expert in oral and maxillofacial surgery, regenerative medicine, and aesthetic procedures, some of which he has personally invented.

The doctor is also the editor of Springer's 'Atlas of Aesthetic Treatments', a comprehensive guide on aesthetic procedures. He graduated from the International Medical School of the University of Milan with a degree in medicine and surgery, specializing in maxillofacial surgery, and has worked at prestigious institutions in the UK, USA, France, and Italy.