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TOP 7+ cardiac surgeons in Italy

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Ottavio Alfieri

  • New
  • 46 years of experience
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  • Location: Italy, Milan
  • Clinic:
    4.6
    San Raffaele

  • Developed the 'Alfieri Mitral Repair' technique – now the standard for mitral valve repair – and performed over 15,000 cardiac procedures at San Raffaele.

    • 46 years of experience leading the Cardiac Surgery Unit at San Raffaele
    • Author of 600+ peer-reviewed articles on cardiac surgery
    • Former President of the European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
    • Recipient of the European Cardiology Society's gold medal
    • Trained in cardiovascular surgery at top US institutions
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Package price from $390

Giovanni Nano

  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Milan
  • Clinic:
    4.9
    San Donato Hospital

  • Prof. Dr. Giovanni Nano leads the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Unit at San Donato Hospital, specializing in cardiovascular diseases with over 150 publications.

    • Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery at University of Milan
    • Trained at Arizona Heart Institute and Instituto Cardiovascular de Buenos Aires
    • Member of Italian Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
    • Expert in advanced endovascular therapy techniques
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Package price from $14,951.73

Lorenzo Menicanti

  • New
  • Location: Italy, Milan
  • Clinic:
    4.9
    San Donato Hospital

  • Professor Lorenzo Menicanti has performed 15,000+ heart surgeries and pioneered the technique for surgical reconstruction of the left ventricle.

    • Specializes in cardiac surgery with of experience
    • Internationally recognized for innovative surgical techniques
    • Author of 160+ highly cited scientific papers
    • Member of multiple prestigious medical associations
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Package price from $14,951.73

Mario Carminati

  • New
  • Location: Italy, Milan
  • Clinic:
    4.9
    San Donato Hospital

  • Performs 200+ congenital heart surgeries annually – Dr. Carminati treats both children and adults at San Donato Hospital.

    • specializing in pediatric cardiology and congenital heart disease
    • Expert in atrial and ventricular septal defect repairs
    • Performs complex cases like Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Has operated on high-profile professional athletes
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Package price from $14,951.73

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Bookimed Insights: Top Heart Surgery Specialists in Italy (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 11321 requests for Heart Surgery in Italy, collaborating with 7 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#1
Ottavio Alfieri
46 years of experienceMitral valve repair and replacementPioneered the 'Alfieri Mitral Repair' technique used worldwide. Former President of EACTS with 600+ publications. Awarded for contributions to cardiology.
San Raffaele
Italy
from $350
#2
Giovanni Nano
31 years of experienceVascular and endovascular proceduresSpecializes in vascular surgery with extensive training in leading international institutes. Head of Vascular Unit with 150+ publications in top journals.
San Donato Hospital
Italy
from $350
#3
Lorenzo Menicanti
Left ventricle reconstructionPioneer of left ventricle surgical reconstruction technique – 15,000+ heart surgeries performed. Author of 160+ scientific papers with high citation rate.
San Donato Hospital
Italy
from $350
#4
Mario Carminati
Congenital heart defectsOne of Italy's most experienced congenital heart surgeons – handles complex pediatric and adult cases. Performs 200+ procedures yearly.
San Donato Hospital
Italy
Price on request
#5
Francesco Bedogni
Structural heart interventionsEuropean proctor for TAVI and MITRACLIP – trains other surgeons in these advanced techniques. Board member of Italian Society of Interventional Cardiology.
San Donato Hospital
Italy
Price on request
#6
Alessandro Frigiola
Complex cardiac proceduresRenowned for successful outcomes in complex heart surgeries. Active participant in international cardiac interventions with dual expertise in cardiology and surgery.
San Donato Hospital
Italy
from $350

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Famous Heart Surgery doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

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