Professional Experience
Dr. Bassani leads spinal surgery efforts at a leading orthopedic research hospital and brings extensive surgical experience.
- Current role: Head of the Department of Spine Surgery II, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi – Sant’Ambrogio, Milan
- Collaborates with Casa di Cura La Madonnina Clinic
- Performed over 3,500 surgical operations on the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine
Academic Contributions
Dr. Bassani contributes significantly to surgical education and international training.
- Teaching clinical anatomy and anterior spinal approaches at the University of Milan’s School of Specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology (since 2018–19)
- Speaker at international congresses on minimally invasive spinal surgery and symposia (e.g., JPSSSTSS in Japan)
- Active faculty member in international training programs
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Bassani specializes in both traditional and minimally invasive surgical techniques for spinal disorders.
- Anterior approach surgery: Including anterior lumbar interbody fusion (ALIF) and minimally invasive “disc prosthesis” techniques
- Minimally invasive spine surgery: Including endoscopic thoracic techniques and “non-fusion” modalities
- Conditions treated: Scoliosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, spinal infections, metastatic tumors, segmental instability
Publications and Research
Dr. Bassani’s research focuses on advancing anterior spine surgery and minimally invasive techniques.
Key peer-reviewed publications include:
- “Functional and radiological outcome of anterior retroperitoneal versus posterior transforaminal interbody fusion in the management of single level lumbar degenerative disease” – Neurosurgical Focus, 2020
- “Video-assisted anterior retroperitoneal approach to the lumbar spine…” – J Biol Regul Homeost Agents, 2019
- “A new ‘keyhole’ approach for multilevel anterior lumbar interbody fusion: the perinavel approach” – European Spine Journal, 2018
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Bassani emphasizes patient-centered care and surgical precision.
- Prioritizes minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery time and preserve spinal function
- Focuses on clear communication and patient understanding of procedures and outcomes
- Supports international patients through structured consultation and treatment pathways
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Bassani holds memberships in several leading spine and orthopedic societies.
- Italian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (SIOT)
- Italian Society for Spine Surgery (GIS)
- European Association of Research Groups for Spinal Osteosynthesis (ARGOS)
- Fellow, Scoliosis Research Society (SRS)
- Member, AOSpine International
- Member, Eurospine
FAQs
- Is Dr. Roberto Bassani board-certified?
- Yes, he holds recognized specialist qualifications in orthopedics and traumatology from Italy and leads a major spinal surgery department in Milan.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs both traditional and minimally invasive spinal surgeries, including anterior approaches (ALIF), endoscopic techniques, and disc prosthesis procedures.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, he collaborates through the hospital’s international office and welcomes patients from abroad to Milan for advanced spine care.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The stay varies based on procedure complexity; minimally invasive surgeries often allow shorter hospital stays and faster recovery.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Bassani speaks Italian and English, facilitating clear communication with local and international patients.
- Where does he currently practice?
- He practices at the Department of Spine Surgery II, IRCCS Ospedale Galeazzi – Sant’Ambrogio in Milan, with additional surgical activity at Casa di Cura La Madonnina.
