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Dr. Rodolfo Gordigiani

Gynaecologist and Obstetrician in Florence

Dr. Rodolfo Gordigiani: Gynaecological Innovation

Innovative Gynaecological Advancement

Dr. Rodolfo Gordigiani has long been dedicated to the field of gynaecological and obstetric research. His passion for advancing medicine has led him to collaborate with research institutes and universities around the world. Through innovative studies and clinical trials, we aim to develop new therapies and approaches to improve women's health. Our research covers a wide range of topics, from the prevention of gynaecological diseases to reproductive health. We are proud to contribute to the progress of medicine and to provide women with effective solutions for their well-being.

After graduating from the University of Florence, Dr. Gordigiani specialized in Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the same University under the guidance of Prof. GB Massi. He obtained a research scholarship and a master's degree in gynaecological oncology at the Gynaecological Clinic of Graz (Austria) under the guidance of the renowned Oncologist Prof. E. Burghardt. He completed the master's program at the NGOC centre at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Newcastle (England), directed by Prof. J.M. Monaghan.

The Success of Medical Research on the Role of HPV in the Genesis of Cervical Cancer

As a gynaecologic oncologist, Dr. Gordigiani has dedicated much of his career to the study and treatment of ovarian, cervical, vaginal, and vulvar carcinomas, particularly focusing on the role played by specific viral strains (HPV, HIV) in the induction and progression of precancerous cervical lesions. His specialisation thesis, supported by the Colposcopy and Laser Surgery group at Careggi, led by Prof. M. Marchionni, asserted that the true promoter of cervical carcinoma is the human papillomavirus (HPV), a claim later definitively proven over the years. The first scientist to support this notion was Prof. H. zur Hausen, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 2008.

Since then, vaccines have been developed to protect young women from these dangerous infectious agents, resulting in a steady decline in cervical carcinoma incidence among the female population. Dr. Gordigiani has also served as a professor of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the University of Florence.

DR. RODOLFO GORDIGIANI

Expert in Female Surgery in Florence

Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience in traditional surgical techniques, laparoscopic procedures, and colposcopy-guided laser surgery. He has also addressed all aspects of women's health, with particular emphasis on the female reproductive system, as well as other issues including obstetrics (pregnancy and childbirth), menstrual problems and fertility, sexually transmitted infections, and hormonal disorders. He has held leadership roles at the S. Giovanni di Dio Hospital in Florence and S. Giuseppe Hospital in Empoli.

Professional Training and Masters
Dr Gordigiani won the Scholarship announced through National Competition by the Ministry of University and Scientific Research in 1988 for attending Italian Specialisation Schools and in 1991 won the Scholarship announced through National Competition by the Ministry of University and Scientific Research for attending Advanced Courses abroad at University level centres.
In April 1988, he participated in the "VII Basic Course of Colposcopy and Pathology of the Lower Genital Tract" organised by the University of Mantova.
In May 1990, he participated in the "Advanced Course of the 7th World Congress of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy" organised by the University of Rome.
In October 1991, he participated in the "Course of Colposcopy and Cervico-Vaginal Pathology" organised by the University of Milan.
From 1991 to 1992, he attended as a research fellow at the Clinic of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of the University of GRAZ - AUSTRIA, directed by Prof. E. Burghardt, as part of a specialisation course in Gynaecological Oncology, deepening the aspect of clinical research but above all that of radical surgery. In the 18 months he spent at this renowned institute, he approached, thanks to a long practical internship, minimally invasive laparoscopic surgical techniques.
In February 2001, he obtained a Master's Degree in Gynaecological Oncology from the NGOC of Queen Elizabeth Hospital (Regional Department of Gynaecological Oncology of the University of NEW CASTLE - ENGLAND).
In June 2002, he participated in the Practical Course of Gynaecological Laparoscopy: "Laparoscopic Treatment of Endometriosis" held at the Endoscopy and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Centre of the University of Bologna.
In May 2003, he obtained a Master's Degree in Gynaecological Endoscopy organised by Casa di Cura S. Pio X in collaboration with the University of Milan.
In April 2005, he participated in the XVI Practical Course of Update in Gynaecological Laparoscopic Surgery: "Laparoscopic Myomectomy and Hysterectomy" held at the Endoscopy and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Centre of the University of Bologna.
Teaching
From 6th to 9th March 1990, he was a LECTURER at the "I Basic Course in Pathophysiology of the Lower Genital Tract and Colposcopy" at the Polylecture Institute of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the University of Florence.
From 25th February to 1st March 1991, he was a LECTURER at the "II Basic Course in Pathophysiology of the Lower Genital Tract and Colposcopy" at the Polylecture Institute of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the University of Florence.
From 30th March to 2nd April 1993, he was a LECTURER at the "Advanced Course in Colposcopy and Cervico-Vulvo-Vaginal Pathology" at the Polylecture Institute of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the University of Florence.
Since 2003, he has been employed by the University of Florence as a PROFESSOR ON CONTRACT in the discipline of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at the Degree Course in Gynaecology and Obstetrics and Nursing Sciences.
Florence 2015 Lecturer in residential courses "Hands-on" in Laparoscopic Surgery.
Conferences and Congresses
Rimini, 25-27 May 1989, speaker at the V National Congress of the Italian Society of Colposcopy and Cervico-Vaginal Pathology: genital infections from viruses.
Rome, 13-17 May 1990, speaker at the 7th World Congress of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy.
Florence, 11 November 1993, speaker at the Study Day organised by the College of Midwives of the Province of Florence. "Birth: Maternity and Paternity in Comparison".
Florence, 10-12 December 1993, speaker at the VIII National Congress of the Italian Society of Colposcopy and Cervico-Vaginal Pathology.
Florence, 23 October 1998, speaker at the III National Congress of the New Frontiers in Medicine and Psychology Association with a presentation titled: "Physical, Psychological, Spiritual Pain, and the Ethics of Life".
Empoli, 17-18 November 2001, speaker at the "I Multidisciplinary Meeting on Cervico-Vaginal Pathology" with a presentation titled: "The Use of Laser in Gynaecology".
Empoli, 9-10 January 2004, speaker at the "II Multidisciplinary Meeting on Cervico-Vaginal Pathology" with a presentation titled: "Laser Treatment of Cervical Neoplasia".
Florence, 23-24 October 2014, speaker at the "SEGI Tuscany Congress" with a presentation titled: "Laparoscopic Approach to Genital Prolapse Treatment, Laparoscopic Colposacropexy".
Florence, 17 December 2014, speaker at the "Oncology and Assisted Reproduction Congress" with a presentation titled: "Cervical Adenocarcinoma: Diagnosis and Therapy Issues".
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Over the years, he has acquired in-depth skills in surgical and specifically oncological-surgical, laparoscopic, and reconstructive pelvic floor surgery, both abdominally and laparoscopically, as well as gynaecological laser surgery. He has performed (aggregated data): approximately 450 obstetric interventions, 1500 minor gynaecological interventions, 1070 major abdominal surgeries, approximately 160 urogynaecological interventions, approximately 600 level I laparoscopies, and 150 level II laparoscopies.

Thanks to his studies and practice in the profession, he has achieved decision-making autonomy and high operational specialization in the following fields:

• Obstetric Pathology and High-Risk Pregnancy
• Ambulatory surgical techniques performed using CO2 Laser (numerous national and international publications, national and international masters, presentations at national and international conferences, university teaching)
• Video laparoscopic surgical techniques such as level II surgeries (complex myomectomies, totally laparoscopic hysterectomies, treatment of severe stage III-IV endometriosis, lymphadenectomies in case of genital cancers) (presentations at national and international conferences, national level II masters, university teaching)
• Prosthetic pelvic floor surgery techniques including minimally invasive techniques
• Surgical techniques related to Gynaecological Oncology performed with classical methodology (presentations at national and international conferences, international masters, university teaching)