Doctors in Milan, Italy — Page 2

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.

Spine Neurosurgeon

Dr. Francesco Montorsi has performed over 8,000 urological and andrological surgeries at San Raffaele Hospital. He serves as the Scientific Director of the San Raffaele Scientific Institute. Dr. Montorsi is recognized among the most influential researchers of the past decade. He developed a specific vein patching method to correct occlusive vein dysfunction.

• Specializes in robotic-assisted surgeries for bladder, prostate, and kidney cancer.
• Authored over 1,000 scientific papers in the field of urology.
• Received the Frans Debruyne Lifetime Achievement Award for global contributions.
• Holds an honorary fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

Dr. Alberto Margonato is the Head of the Clinical Cardiology Unit at San Raffaele Hospital. He has performed over 3,000 cardiac catheterizations and coronary angiographies. Dr. Margonato serves as a Full Professor of Cardiology at Vita-Salute University. He specializes in treating coronary artery disease and managing complex heart conditions.

• Performed over 2,000 coronary angioplasties and 1,000 stent implants.
• Expertise in pacemaker implantation and interventional cardiology procedures.
• Member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
• Works at San Raffaele, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Neurology

Dr. Nadia Di Muzio heads the Radiotherapy Department at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan. She is the Italian Coordinator of the Brachytherapy Italian Group. Her work focuses on high-precision radiotherapy for prostate and lung cancer. Dr. Di Muzio has published 200 studies in radiation oncology research. She teaches as a professor at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University.

• Specializes in tomotherapy and high-precision hypofraction techniques.
• Completed a clinical internship at the University of Madison in the USA.
• Is a member of the European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology.
• Works at San Raffaele, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Endocrinologist

Dr. Ottavio Alfieri is a heart surgeon at San Raffaele Research Hospital in Milan. He developed the Alfieri Mitral Repair technique. This is now a global standard for treating mitral regurgitation. Dr. Alfieri has performed over 15,000 cardiac procedures during his career.

• Served as President of the European Society of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery.
• Authored over 600 peer-reviewed articles and several books on heart surgery.
• Holds multiple patents for heart valve treatment devices.
• Winner of the Gold Medal from the European Society of Cardiology.

Cardiologist

Dr. Luca Aldrighetti is the Head of Hepatobiliary Surgery at San Raffaele Hospital in Milan. He is a pioneer in minimally invasive liver techniques. Dr. Aldrighetti has performed over 3,000 liver resections. More than 1,000 of these procedures were performed laparoscopically.

• Scientific Director of the Italian Group of Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery.
• Treats colorectal liver metastases, hepatocellular carcinoma, and cholangiocarcinoma.
• Author of over 650 scientific research works.
• Former President and founder of the Italian Group of Minimally Invasive Liver Surgery.

Dr. Francesco Grecchi is a maxillofacial surgeon at IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopedic Institute in Milan. He serves as the primary referent for the National Ectodermal Dysplasia Association. Dr. Grecchi specializes in complex reconstructive surgery and bone grafting. He works at a Newsweek-ranked hospital known for specialized orthopedic and surgical care.

• Specializes in mandibular osteotomy and oral-maxillofacial reconstruction.
• Co-authored over 100 scientific publications in national and international journals.
• Founding member of the Italian Group for the Study of Osseointegration and Synthesis.
• Consultant for the maxillofacial surgery department at the Italian Stomatological Institute.

Dr. Stefano Boriani is the Head of Spine Tumor Surgery at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi Sant'Ambrogio. He has performed over 3,000 surgeries for spinal tumors, trauma, and degenerative conditions. Dr. Boriani developed the WBB staging system, now a global standard for spinal tumor surgery.

• Invented a patented Carbon Fiber System for post-surgical spinal reconstruction.
• Authored over 430 research articles on bone oncology and spine surgery.
• Former Head of Spine Surgery departments at the Rizzoli Institute and Ospedale Maggiore.
• Honorary Member of regional spine societies in Israel, Hungary, Columbia, and Venezuela.

Head of the Orthopedics Department, Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopedist, Oncologist, Specialist in osteosarcoma treatment

Orthopedic Surgeon

Dr. Giampiero Negri heads the Functional Unit of Mini-Invasive Thoracic Surgery at San Raffaele Institute. He specializes in treating lung cancer, pleural diseases, and mediastinal disorders. Dr. Negri serves as an Associate Professor of Thoracic Surgery in Milan. He is a recognized member of the European Board in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.

• Performs complex procedures including lobectomy, pneumonectomy, and lung cancer surgery.
• Authored over 200 scientific publications and a specialty monograph.
• Member of the Italian Society of Thoracic Surgery and Italian Society of Thoracic Endoscopy.
• Works at San Raffaele, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Spine Surgeon

Dr. Roberto Bassani is an orthopedic spine surgeon at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi - Sant'Ambrogio in Milan. He has performed over 3,500 operations on the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. Dr. Bassani is the Director of the II Spine Unit at his institute. He also serves as a Professor at the University of Turin.

• Specializes in non-fusion techniques including total disc replacement and dynamic stabilization.
• Winner of the first prize at the International ARGOS Spine Symposium in Paris.
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society and Eurospine.
• Expert in anterior and minimally invasive approaches to the spine.

Dr. Luca Carmignani is the Head of Urology at San Donato Hospital in Milan. He has performed over 10,000 surgeries focusing on kidney, prostate, and bladder conditions. Dr. Carmignani is an Associate Professor at the University of Milan and a specialized andrologist.

• Serves as President of the Foundation of the Italian Society of Urology.
• Expert in robotic laparoscopy and endoscopic laser surgery for urologic cancers.
• Performs precise prostatic biopsies using MRI guidance for accurate diagnosis.
• Member of the American Urological Association with over 100 research publications.

Dr. Giovanni Nano is the Head of the Vascular and Endovascular Surgery Unit at San Donato Hospital in Milan. He serves as an Associate Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Milan. Dr. Nano focuses on the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and angiology. He works at San Donato, Italy’s top hospital for cardiac and vascular operations.

• Authored over 150 scientific publications in journals like Annals of Vascular Surgery.
• Completed surgical training at the Arizona Heart Institute in the USA.
• Coordinated surgery courses at prestigious universities in Italy, Greece, and Tunisia.
• Member of the Italian Society of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery.