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Best spinal surgeons in Italy: TOP 4 doctors

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Francesco Lolli

  • New
  • 23 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Bologna
  • Clinic:Maria Cecilia Hospital

  • 3,000+ spine surgeries performed – Dr. Lolli specializes in complex spinal deformities at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

    • 23 years of experience of experience in spine surgery
    • Expert in scoliosis and kyphosis corrections
    • Trained at Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute – Europe's top orthopedic center
    • Active member of AO Spine association
    • Published 30+ papers in leading medical journals
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Package price from $12,860.39

François Lechanoine

  • New
  • 14 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Bologna
  • Clinic:Maria Cecilia Hospital

  • Performed 2,500+ surgeries, including 1,600 as lead surgeon – Dr. Lechanoine specializes in complex brain and spine procedures at Maria Cecilia Hospital.

    • Expert in minimally invasive spine techniques like UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy)
    • Trained at top European institutions including CHU de Grenoble Alpes
    • Holder of European Diploma of Spine Surgery (Eurospine)
    • Founded a UBE surgical training center at Maria Cecilia Hospital
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Ignazio Borghesi

  • New
  • 31 years of experience
  • Location: Italy, Bologna
  • Clinic:Maria Cecilia Hospital

  • Dr. Borghesi has performed 4,500+ complex spinal surgeries at Maria Cecilia Hospital – one of Italy's leading neurosurgical centers.

    • Specializes in cervical, thoracic, and lumbar procedures
    • Uses advanced 4K 3D imaging for precision
    • Trained at top international spinal surgery units
    • Focuses on minimally invasive techniques
    • Published author in neurosurgical journals
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Package price from $12,860.39

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

Bookimed has coordinated 10630 requests for Spinal Surgery in Italy, collaborating with 4 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
Francesco Lolli
23 years of experienceSpinal deformities and scoliosisSpecializes in complex spinal deformities with 3,000+ surgeries. Trained at Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute and active in AO Spine research.
Maria Cecilia Hospital
Italy
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#2
François Lechanoine
14 years of experienceMinimally invasive spine proceduresPioneer in UBE techniques – one of few surgeons with European Diploma of Spine Surgery. Founded a dedicated training center for advanced spine endoscopy.
Maria Cecilia Hospital
Italy
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#3
Ignazio Borghesi
31 years of experienceComplex spinal conditionsLeads neurosurgery unit performing 1,000+ procedures annually. Trained at Schulthess Klinik Zurich and École de Chirurgie Paris. Uses 4K 3D imaging for precision.
Maria Cecilia Hospital
Italy
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