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Best Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease doctors in Italy: TOP 2 doctors

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Ottavio Alfieri

  • 4.6 Excellent • 64 reviews
  • 46 years of experience
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  • Italy, Milan, San Raffaele

  • Developed the 'Alfieri Mitral Repair' technique – now the most widely used method for mitral valve repair. Performed over 15,000 cardiac procedures.

    • Former President of the European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
    • Author of 600+ peer-reviewed articles on cardiac surgery
    • Recipient of the European Cardiology Society's gold medal
    • Senior Consultant at San Raffaele Hospital's Cardiac Surgery Unit
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Prof Giuseppe Speziale

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  • 34 years of experience
  • Italy, Bari, Ospedale Santa Maria

  • Prof Giuseppe Speziale specializes in minimally invasive surgical treatment of valve diseases, with a focus on mitral valve repair. He leads cardiac surgery departments at multiple prestigious hospitals.

    • Director of Cardiac Surgery at Anthea Hospital and Città di Lecce Hospital
    • Co-Founder and President of the Scientific Committee of Mitral Academy
    • Member of AATS and ISMICS, recognized for minimally invasive techniques
    • Author of over 90 publications in leading cardiology journals
    • Recipient of the 'Top Doctors Awards' in 2021
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Bookimed Insights: Top Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease Specialists in Italy

Bookimed has coordinated 55838 requests for Surgery for acquired valvular heart disease in Italy, working with 2 specialists. The doctors in this table consistently stand out for their credentials and expertise in addressing specific patient needs. All information comes from actual patient cases and treatment offers created by our partner clinics.
DoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
Ottavio Alfieri
46 years of experienceMitral valve repairInventor of the widely-used Alfieri Mitral Repair technique. Former President of EACTS with 600+ publications. Holds patents for heart valve treatment devices.
San Raffaele
Italy
from $350
Prof Giuseppe Speziale
34 years of experienceMinimally invasive valve repairPioneer in minimally invasive mitral valve repair – leads Mitral Academy for excellence in restorative surgery. Recognized with Top Doctors Awards 2021.
Ospedale Santa Maria
Italy
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