Professional Experience
Dr Bordin has a distinguished clinical and administrative track record:
- Current role: Head of ear surgery (“Responsabile Otochirurgia”) at Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy, Via Aurelia 275, Rome.
- Previously Director of the Complex Operational Unit of Otorhinolaryngology at the Civil Hospital of Venice (ULSS 12 Veneziana) from 19 March 2001 to 1 June 2017.
- Director of the Surgical Department of Venice (which encompassed ORL, general surgery and other specialties) from 2006 to 2014.
- He has performed more than 10,000 surgical interventions in the ENT field.
Academic Contributions
- Professor of ear surgery at the Institute de Otologia Garcia-Ibáñez, Barcelona.
- Published over 50 scientific papers in national and international journals.
- Instructor and lecturer in microscopic surgery and otoneurosurgery courses (e.g., micro-surgery of the temporal bone, cochlear implant training).
- Research interests include microsurgery of the ear, cochlear implants and skull-base surgery for ENT conditions.
Areas of Expertise
Dr Bordin’s areas of clinical strength include a wide range of ENT conditions:
- Ear surgery for chronic ear infections, cholesteatoma, otosclerosis and hearing restoration
- Cochlear implants and bone-anchored hearing systems for severe hearing loss
- Nasal and sinus surgery, including endoscopic approaches, for sinusitis, nasal congestion and deviated septum
- Otoneurosurgery and surgery of cranial nerves when they affect hearing, balance or facial function
- Paediatric ENT (ENT problems in children) and sleep-related breathing disorders (snoring, sleep apnoea)
Publications and Research
Dr Bordin’s scholarly output reinforces his expertise. He has authored more than 50 peer-reviewed journal articles, covering topics such as ear microsurgery, cochlear implant outcomes and skull-base approaches.
Examples:
- Study on the integration of cochlear implants and patient rehabilitation — improved hearing and quality of life after implant.
- Research on microsurgical techniques of the temporal bone — advanced approaches can reduce complications and preserve function.
- Work on minimally invasive nasal and sinus surgery — endoscopic methods lead to shorter recovery and effective resolution of symptoms.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr Bordin combines technical skill with patient-centred care:
- Emphasises effective communication and patient education.
- Provides empathy and personalised approach to every patient.
- Experienced in treating international patients; speaks Italian, English and Spanish.
- Works in culturally sensitive environments with focus on comfort, follow-up and satisfaction.
- Has achieved successful outcomes in hearing restoration, sinus surgery and sleep-related disorders.
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the North American Skull Base Association
- Member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS)
- Member of the American Telemedicine Association
- Holds Italian medical licensure as a specialist in ORL-Audiology-Otoneurosurgery
FAQs
- Is Dr Sandro Bordin board-certified?
- Yes — He holds specialist certifications in otorhinolaryngology (1981) and audiology (1989) in Italy.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs ear surgery (cochlear implants, otosclerosis, cholesteatoma), nasal and sinus surgery, cranial nerve/otoneurosurgery, paediatric ENT and sleep-breathing disorder treatments.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes — He works in Rome at a major hospital and speaks English, Spanish and Italian, making him accessible for international patients.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stay varies depending on the procedure and patient condition. Minimally invasive procedures may require short stays; complex surgeries may require longer recovery periods.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Italian, English and Spanish.
- Where is his practice located?
- His current clinical activity in Rome is at Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy, Via Aurelia 275, 00165 Rome, Italy.
- How many surgeries has he done?
- He has carried out over 10,000 surgical interventions in the ENT field.
