Doctors in Italy — Page 3

Dr. Marcello Deraco has treated over 1,200 patients with peritoneal cancer. He directs the Peritoneal Surface Malignancies Unit at Maria Cecilia Hospital. Dr. Deraco specializes in cytoreductive surgery and heated chemotherapy. He is a professor of surgery at Milan University.

• Uses HIPEC and PIPAC techniques for abdominal cancer treatment.
• Published over 250 scientific articles and 25 book chapters.
• Completed fellowships at Gustave Roussy, Royal Marsden, and Washington Cancer Institute.
• Served as the lead physician for the Peritoneal Surface Malignancies Program.

Dr. Arnaldo Filippini is a general surgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He specializes in oncological surgery for tumors and multi-organ resections. Dr. Filippini trained at Memorial Sloan Kettering and the City of Hope Oncology Center. He has published over 100 scientific works on reconstructive and oncological surgery techniques.

• Performs complex resections of the stomach, esophagus, and large intestine.
• Expert in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted oncology procedures.
• Treats bladder cancer, esophageal cancer, and adrenal tumors.
• Works at the JCI-accredited Maria Cecilia Hospital.

Dr. Emanuele Della Torre is a world expert in IgG4-related disease at San Raffaele Hospital. He contributed to the first characterization of this rare autoimmune condition. Dr. Della Torre is a senior consultant in immunology and rheumatology. He also serves as an assistant professor at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University.

• Recognized as a world expert on Expertscape for IgG4-related disease.
• Authored over 100 scientific publications with 6,000+ citations.
• Heads the clinics for autoimmune pancreatitis and retroperitoneal fibrosis.
• Coordinates European working groups for rare connective tissue diseases.

Dr. Alessio Lovi is an orthopedic surgeon at IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi – Sant'Ambrogio in Milan. He holds a European Diploma in Spine Treatment from the Spine Society of Europe. Dr. Lovi specializes in treating spinal deformities and degenerative pathologies in children and adults. He uses endoscopic techniques to treat complex conditions like scoliosis and herniated discs.

• Performs specialized procedures including vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Served as a member of the Eurospine Membership Council.
• Sits on the Scientific Board of the Euromediterranean Society of Pediatrics in Orthopedic Disease.
• Treats specific spinal conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis and osteoporosis.

Dr. Stefano Spiezia is the Principal Investigator for the first in-human trial treating benign thyroid nodules. He works as an endocrinologist at Ruesch Clinic in Naples. Dr. Spiezia is also the Head of the Endocrine Surgery Operative Unit at Ospedale del Mare. He is a qualified robotic surgeon and a founder member of EUROMIT.

• Specializes in thyroid-saving interventions including radio frequency, microwave, and laser thermoablation.
• Uses ultrasound-guided needle aspiration for precise diagnosis of thyroid and lymph nodes.
• Authored over 60 scientific publications with more than 3,400 citations in his field.
• Served as a professor at the Second University of Naples for 16 years.
• Acts as General Secretary for the Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology.

Dr. Roberto Nonni is a gastroenterologist and wellness specialist at the Lucia Magnani Health Clinic. He focuses on digestive health, preventive medicine, and longevity. Dr. Nonni has over 30 years of experience managing medical teams and patient care. He performs diagnostic ultrasound and evaluations for personalized health check-up programs.

• Specializes in Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, anemia, and gallstones.
• Serves as a Medical Tutor for wellness and long-term prevention programs.
• Former Head of General Medicine and Ultrasound Services.
• Works at a clinic rated best for medical screening by Bookimed.

Dr. Carlo Savini is a cardiac surgeon at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He specializes in mitral restorative surgery and minimally invasive heart procedures. Dr. Savini serves as an Associate Professor at the University of Bologna. He has practiced at top cardiac institutions in Belgium, Spain, and Holland.

• Performs percutaneous aortic valve replacement and thoracic aortic surgery.
• Expert in atrial fibrillation surgery and heart transplant procedures.
• Member of the International Society of Minimal Invasive Cardiac Surgery.
• Works at Maria Cecilia Hospital, which handles over 15% of Italy's cardiac surgeries.

Dr. Giuseppe Speziale is a cardiac surgeon and Director of Cardiac Surgery at Santa Maria Hospital. He lives and works in Rome. He focuses on minimally invasive and noninvasive valvular surgeries. Dr. Speziale serves as the Vice President of GVM Care & Research. He treats complex conditions like atrial fibrillation and mitral valve prolapse.

• Coordinator of the GVM Care & Research Cardiac Surgery Department.
• Active member of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
• Member of the International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Scientific Director of the Italian Association of Cardiopaths onlus.

Dr. Serena Piacentini is an endocrinologist at Mater Olbia Hospital in Sardinia. She holds a PhD from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome. Dr. Piacentini manages complex metabolic diseases and hormonal imbalances. She works within a joint venture involving Rome's Gemelli University Hospital.

• Specializes in thyroid, adrenal, and hypothalamic-pituitary disorders.
• Treats metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemia.
• Provides pediatric endocrinology for children with growth or hormonal issues.
• Expertise includes osteoporosis and menstrual cycle dysfunctions.

Dr. Paolo Profice directs the Operating Unit at Mater Olbia Hospital in Sardinia. He specializes in Parkinson's disease, movement disorders, and cerebrovascular pathology. Dr. Profice graduated with honors from the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Rome. He holds a Master in Cerebrovascular Diseases from La Sapienza University.

• Serves as a certified instructor in advanced medical simulation.
• Treats complex neuromuscular pathologies and cerebrovascular diseases.
• Conducts clinical research in neurophysiology and neurology.
• Works at a facility backed by Qatar Foundation and Gemelli University Hospital.

Dr. Enrico Motti performs over 500 Gamma Knife procedures per year at Maria Cecilia Hospital. He specializes in treating inoperable intracranial tumors, vascular lesions, and trigeminal neuralgia. Dr. Motti holds a patent for interfacing stereotaxic equipment with CT scanning methods. He coordinates the Gamma Knife unit at a JCI-accredited facility in Italy.

• Performed the first brain implantation of dopaminergic cells for Parkinson's in Italy.
• Authored about 100 publications in national and international medical journals.
• Organized the first European Meeting of Gamma Knife Users.
• Instructs new Gamma Knife centers globally, including UC Davis in California.

Dr. Saverio Iacopino is a cardiologist at Maria Cecilia Hospital in Italy. He was among the first surgeons in Italy to implant the Micra TPS. This is the smallest pacemaker in the world. It requires no surgery for implantation. Dr. Iacopino specializes in treating complex cardiac arrhythmias and heart failure.

• Uses DiamondTemp technology for minimally invasive cardiac ablation.
• Introduced CardioInsight to Italy for 3D heart rhythm mapping.
• Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and European Society of Cardiology.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital performing 15% of Italy's cardiac surgeries.