Leading Doctors in the world

Prof. Dr. Luigi Masoni is a famous general surgeon in Italy with over 40 years of extensive surgical experience. He leads the General Surgery Operating Unit at Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy in Rome, part of the GVM Health Group. Renowned for his expertise in minimally invasive and robotic abdominal surgery, he performs over 600 elective and emergency procedures annually, making him one of the top general surgeons in Italy. His work spans complex surgeries involving the colon, small intestine, liver, gallbladder, and adrenal glands, as well as coelioscopic gynecological and proctologic interventions. Prof. Masoni is especially noted for his contributions to colorectal cancer surgery, pelvic floor surgery, and for developing a pioneering bilio-intestinal bypass technique via laparoscopy in 2000—a world first.

Prof. Dr. Francesco Bandello is a world-renowned ophthalmologist and one of the top retina specialists in Europe, with over four decades of clinical and academic excellence. He currently serves as the Director of the Ophthalmology Unit at IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan and is a Full Professor and Director of the School of Specialization in Ophthalmology at the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. He is widely respected for his leadership in ophthalmological research and education, and for his groundbreaking work in retinal diseases such as macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal vein occlusion. With over 1,000 peer-reviewed publications and involvement in numerous clinical trials, Prof. Bandello is an authority in the field. His academic, research, and organizational contributions have earned him prestigious accolades, including the Gabriel Coscas Medal and the SOI Scientific Research Award. His expertise makes him one of the leading ophthalmologists in Italy and internationally.

Dr. Lorenzo Monti is a top orthopedic and trauma surgeon in Italy, renowned for his work in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery. Currently serving as Assistant in the Hip and Knee Prosthetic Surgery Unit at both IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital in Milan and Villa Aprica Clinical Institute in Como, he is widely respected for his precision in hip and knee arthroplasty, bone and joint infection surgery, and complex hand and foot procedures. A popular figure in the Italian orthopedic field, Dr. Monti is also recognized for his academic work and expertise in forensic medicine.

Dr. Giulia Berzero is a leading neurologist in Italy with over a decade of experience in neuro-oncology. She currently practices at the IRCCS Galeazzi-Sant'Ambrogio Hospital and the IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital in Milan. With an academic background from the prestigious University of Pavia and advanced training in Paris, Dr. Berzero is highly regarded for her expertise in diagnosing and treating primary brain tumors and neurological complications associated with systemic cancers. She is considered one of the top neurologists in Italy for her clinical precision and strong academic contributions in neuro-oncology.

Professor Alessandro Castiglioni is a leading cardiac and thoracic surgeon in Italy with over three decades of experience and more than 6,000 cardiac surgeries performed. He heads the Cardiac Surgery Unit of Aortic Pathology at IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital in Milan and is a contract professor at the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. Internationally recognized for his pioneering work in minimally invasive and hybrid surgical techniques, Professor Castiglioni is widely regarded as one of the top cardiac surgeons in Italy. His expertise spans complex aortic procedures, valve repair and replacement, and beating-heart surgery techniques.

Prof. Dr. Luigi Ferini-Strambi is a world-renowned and leading neurologist and sleep medicine specialist based in Milan, Italy. He serves as Head of the Sleep Medicine Center at IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital and as a Full Professor of Neurology at the Vita-Salute San Raffaele University. A pioneer in the study of sleep-related neurological disorders, he has dedicated over four decades to clinical research, academic leadership, and patient care. He is globally acknowledged as one of the top sleep medicine specialists and neurologists in the world, particularly for his work in REM sleep behavior disorder, neurodegeneration, and Alzheimer's disease.

Dr. Alessandro Oldani is a renowned neurologist and sleep medicine specialist with over 30 years of dedicated experience. He currently serves as the Head of the Functional Unit at the Sleep Medicine Center of the IRCCS San Raffaele Turro Hospital in Milan, under the direction of Prof. Luigi Ferini-Strambi. A graduate of the University of Milan with top honors in both medicine and neurology, Dr. Oldani has devoted his entire professional life to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders. His longstanding commitment and academic contributions have made him one of the leading sleep medicine specialists in Italy.

Dr. Marianna Volpe is a leading cardiologist in Italy, currently serving as the Head of the Cardiological Rehabilitation Unit at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato in Milan. With over 20 years of experience, she is recognized for her expertise in cardiovascular disease management, clinical cardiology, and cardiac rehabilitation. During her career, she has developed a specialization in both pediatric and adult congenital heart conditions and is highly skilled in non-invasive diagnostics such as echocardiography and stress testing. Dr. Volpe is considered one of the best cardiologists in Italy for her leadership in cardiac rehabilitation and her contributions to clinical research and patient care

Prof. Dr. Giovanni Nano is a leading vascular and endovascular surgeon in Italy, currently serving as Head of the Vascular Surgery Unit at IRCCS Policlinico San Donato and Full Professor of Vascular Surgery at the University of Milan. With over 30 years of clinical and academic experience, he is recognized as one of the top vascular surgeons in Europe. Prof. Nano is renowned for his contributions to the evolution of endovascular aneurysm repair in Italy, having trained with pioneers like Prof. Parodi and Dr. Dietrich. His extensive background in academic teaching, surgical leadership, and research has made him a famous name in vascular and phlebological care.

Dr. Alberto Albertini is a leading cardiothoracic surgeon in Italy with over 23 years of distinguished experience in cardiac and vascular surgery. Currently the Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Hesperia Hospital in Modena and adjunct professor at the Universities of Ferrara and Brescia, Dr. Albertini is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in mitral valve repair and aortic valve reconstruction. He is one of the top cardiac surgeons in Italy and among the few experts worldwide qualified to teach both the NeoChord technique for mitral valve repair and the Ozaki procedure for aortic valve reconstruction. Known for his innovation in minimally invasive heart surgery, Dr. Albertini has performed over 8,000 cardiac procedures, including 3,000+ minimally invasive operations.