Professional Experience
Her professional career demonstrates a dedication to high-quality patient care and leadership in clinical practice.
- Current Position: Consultant Physician, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome
- Previous Roles: Specialist in Infectious Diseases at the same hospital, collaborating with academic and research projects
- Leadership: Mentorship of junior doctors, involvement in multidisciplinary teams
- Procedures Performed: Management and treatment of complex infections including device-related and cardiovascular infections
Academic Contributions
Dott.ssa Giovannenze actively contributes to medical education, training, and research in infectious diseases.
- Teaching: University lectures and clinical training at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
- Courses: Participation in national and international workshops, seminars, and training programs
- Mentorship: Guiding residents and students in clinical research and evidence-based practice
Areas of Expertise
She specializes in treating a wide range of infections, combining clinical skill with patient-centered explanations.
- Cardiovascular infections: Including endocarditis and device-related infections
- Bone and joint infections: Osteomyelitis and prosthetic joint infections
- Device-associated infections: Catheter and implant-related infections
- Skin and soft tissue infections
- Respiratory infections: Pneumonia and other pulmonary infections
- Abdominal infections
- Urinary tract infections
Publications and Research
Dott.ssa Giovannenze has contributed to peer-reviewed publications and clinical studies highlighting her expertise in infectious diseases.
- Predictors of mortality among adult, old and the oldest old patients with bloodstream infections: An age comparison – European Journal of Internal Medicine, 2021. Study analyzes risk factors for mortality across different age groups with bloodstream infections.
- Changes in clinical, demographic, and outcome patterns of children hospitalized with non-SARS-CoV-2 viral low respiratory tract infections before and during the COVID pandemic in Rome, Italy: Pediatric Pulmonology, 2024. Study evaluates trends in pediatric respiratory infections before and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dott.ssa Giovannenze emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care focused on communication, education, and empathy.
- Approach: Personalized care and thorough explanation of diagnoses and treatments
- International Patients: Available for online pre-consultations and follow-ups for international patients
- Cultural Sensitivity: Respectful and attentive to diverse patient backgrounds and needs
- Patient Satisfaction: Prioritizes outcomes and overall patient experience
Professional Affiliations
Membership in national and international organizations demonstrates her professional credibility and commitment to ongoing education.
- Italian Society of Infectious and Tropical Diseases (SIMIT)
- Italian Association for the Study of Infectious and Tropical Diseases (AISMIT)
- European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID)
FAQs
- Is Dott.ssa Francesca Giovannenze board-certified?
- Yes, she is a specialist in Infectious Diseases with recognized academic and clinical qualifications.
- What types of infections does she treat?
- She treats a broad range of infections, including cardiovascular, bone and joint, respiratory, abdominal, and urinary tract infections.
- Does she accept international patients?
- Yes, she is available for international consultations and can arrange online pre-consultations.
- How long is a typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stay duration depends on the patient’s condition and the complexity of the treatment.
- What languages does she speak?
- Dott.ssa Giovannenze speaks fluent Italian and English.
- Does she provide patient education?
- Yes, she emphasizes educating patients about their conditions and treatment plans.
- Does she participate in research studies?
- Yes, she actively conducts research and contributes to scientific publications in infectious diseases.
