Best Doctors in Italy — TOP 108

Dr. Massimo Falconi has performed 3,600+ surgeries at Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan. He is the Director of the Pancreas Translational and Clinical Unit. Dr. Falconi specializes in organ-preserving techniques for complex pancreatic diseases. He has a massive research background with over 330 published scientific articles.

• Performs distal, total, and middle pancreatectomies and tumor enucleations.
• Maintains membership in ESMO and the European Neuroendocrine Tumor Society.
• Gained international experience at Japan's Tokyo Women's Medical University.
• Works at San Raffaele, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Francesco Bandello heads the Ophthalmology Department at San Raffaele University Hospital in Milan. He is a primary authority on retinal diseases and has authored several textbooks. Dr. Bandello acts as Editor-in-Chief for the European Journal of Ophthalmology. He works at San Raffaele, a research hospital ranked among the world’s best by Newsweek.

• President of the Academia Ophthalmologica Europea and the ESASO Foundation.
• Former President of EURETINA and a past Gabriel Coscas Medal winner.
• Principal investigator for several clinical trials in retinal disease treatment.
• Member of the blindness prevention board for the Italian Ministry of Health.

Dr. Carlo Pappone heads the Clinical Arrhythmology Unit at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato in Milan. He developed a unique epicardial ablation procedure to prevent sudden death in Brugada syndrome patients. With an H-Index of 50, Dr. Pappone is a globally recognized authority in interventional cardiology. He has authored over 180 scientific articles with more than 16,800 citations.

• Specializes in radiofrequency ablation and complex electrophysiology procedures.
• Fellow of the American Heart Association and the European Society of Cardiology.
• Received the Elite Reviewer Award from the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
• Practices at San Donato Hospital, Italy's top center for cardiac surgeries.

Dr. Massimo Candiani is the head of Gynecology and Obstetrics at San Raffaele Hospital. He performed the first surgery in Europe to treat spina bifida in an unborn child. Dr. Candiani is a co-founder and vice president of the Italian Endometriosis Association. He teaches at the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University Faculty of Medicine and Surgery.

• Specializes in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis and ovarian cysts.
• Authored over 200 international scientific articles and two surgical manuals.
• Treats complex cases of infertility, uterine fibroids, and urinary incontinence.
• Member of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and ESGE.

Dr. Andres Jose Maria Ferreri is the Deputy Director of Hematology Oncology at San Raffaele. He leads the Lymphoma Unit at this Newsweek-ranked research hospital in Milan. Dr. Ferreri founded the Italian Lymphoma Foundation to advance clinical studies. He is a recognized authority on both Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin lymphomas.

• Authored over 300 scientific papers focused on lymphoma treatment.
• Performs autologous and allogeneic bone marrow transplantations.
• Holds membership in the American Society of Hematology and ESMO.
• Served as Deputy Director of the Medical Oncology Unit between 2007 and 2010.

Dr. Jacopo Peccatori leads the Bone Marrow Transplant Department at San Raffaele Scientific Institute. He oversees one of Italy's largest units, performing 90 allogeneic transplants annually. Dr. Peccatori specializes in lymphoma and treatments for acute leukemia and multiple myeloma. He works at a Newsweek-ranked hospital known for pioneering stem cell therapies.

• Authored over 70 studies on bone marrow transplantation and hematologic cancers.
• Performs allogeneic transplants from both related and unrelated donors.
• Member of the European Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation.
• Treats patients at an IRCCS-accredited research hospital in Milan.

Dr. Pietro Mortini is a neurosurgeon at Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan. He leads the Experimental Neurosurgery Unit at San Raffaele Scientific Institute. Dr. Mortini focuses on minimally invasive spine and brain operations. He uses neuronavigation and neuromapping to improve patient recovery and precision. Dr. Mortini is also a Visiting Professor at George Washington University.

• Performs radiosurgery and Gamma Knife procedures for brain tumors and glioblastomas.
• Patented a medical device used for regenerating biological tissues.
• Performed a unique spina bifida surgery on an unborn child.
• Collaborates on research with the Max Planck Institute of Psychiatry in Germany.
• Treats complex conditions like Arnold Chiari syndrome and medulloblastoma.

Dr. Alessandro Giovanelli is a bariatric surgeon at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio in Milan. He has performed over 9,000 open general surgical operations. Dr. Giovanelli specializes in obesity treatment and laparoscopic procedures. He uses robotic systems for complex gastric bypass and sleeve resections.

• Member of the International Federation of Surgery for Obesity (IFSO).
• Published 70 articles in international medical journals.
• Certified in robotic surgery by institutions in Italy, Belgium, and the USA.
• Works at a Newsweek-ranked hospital recognized for its cardiovascular and obesity expertise.

Dr. Luigi Massimo Zagra is the Head of Hip Surgery at IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi in Milan. He has performed over 5,000 major orthopedic operations. Dr. Zagra focuses on complex hip primary and revision surgeries. He is a visiting professor at the University of Milan.

• Specializes in hip replacement for congenital dysplasia and post-traumatic malformations.
• Chairs the Scientific Committees of both the European Hip Society and Italian Hip Society.
• Uses ceramic and titanium implants for revision cases involving worn or painful prostheses.
• Authored over 130 articles and spoken at more than 500 medical congresses.
• Works at an institution that performs 75% of Italy's revision orthopedic surgeries.

Dr. Daniele Caviglia is an experienced orthopedic specialist with 8 years in clinical practice. He focuses on fracture care and orthopedic surgeries. He also provides diagnostic services such as x-rays and MRI scans.

Dr. Caviglia is dedicated to patient-centered care. He offers both in-person and telemedicine consultations. He has a strong record of successful treatments for various orthopedic conditions. He ensures careful follow-up and rehabilitation for every patient.

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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.

Cardiology

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. Ignazio Borghesi heads the Neurosurgery Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital. He has performed over 4,500 complex cranial and spinal procedures. His team completes approximately 1,000 surgeries every year. Dr. Borghesi uses 4K 3D digital imaging for enhanced surgical precision. He focuses on minimally invasive techniques for brain and spinal conditions.

• Treated over 400 cases of trigeminal neuralgia and cranial nerve disorders.
• Specialize in complex spinal surgery including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar procedures.
• Trained at the Brain Institute in Florida and Schulthess Klinik in Zurich.
• Works at JCI-accredited Maria Cecilia Hospital, a major Italian cardiac and neurosurgery hub.