Professional Experience
Prof. Alfieri combines clinical leadership with high surgical volume in a tertiary referral environment. He is recognized for leading complex surgical teams and training the next generation of surgeons.
- Current role: Head of the Complex Operational Unit of Digestive Surgery at Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Rome.
- Previous roles: Progressive positions in digestive surgery units, university hospitals and research centres.
- Surgical volume (notable figures): Several thousand operations performed, thousands as lead surgeon, including hundreds of laparoscopic and robotic procedures.
- Leadership: Coordinator of specialized centres, director of postgraduate master programmes and mentor for residents and fellows.
Academic Contributions
- Teaching positions: Faculty for undergraduate and postgraduate medical education in surgery.
- Course development: Director of advanced master programs in oncologic digestive surgery and in robotic & digital surgery.
- Training and mentorship: Regular lecturer, surgical trainer and mentor for surgical trainees.
- Research interests: Minimally invasive and robotic surgery, surgical oncology for pancreas, stomach and colon, and perioperative optimization.
- Conference and guideline work: Speaker at international meetings and contributor to educational guidelines for robotic colorectal surgery.
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Alfieri treats a broad range of complex digestive conditions and focuses on patient-centered surgical solutions that employ advanced techniques.
- Pancreatic disease: Surgical management of pancreatic cancer and benign pancreatic conditions, including distal pancreatectomy and complex pancreatic resections.
- Colorectal surgery: Treatment of colorectal cancer and benign colorectal conditions using open, laparoscopic and robotic approaches.
- Gastric and upper GI surgery: Surgical care for gastric cancer and upper gastrointestinal tumours.
- Emergency and elective abdominal surgery: Management of complicated abdominal conditions including severe biliary disease and chronic pancreatitis.
- Patient-facing description: These procedures aim to remove tumours or damaged tissue using techniques that reduce pain, shorten hospital stay and speed recovery.
Publications and Research
Prof. Alfieri has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals on topics relevant to digestive surgical oncology and minimally invasive techniques. His research supports evidence-based improvements in surgical care.
- Meta-analyses and clinical studies on colorectal anastomosis techniques and outcomes.
- Clinical research on anatomical variations and outcomes in periampullary and pancreatic surgery.
- Studies assessing the impact of neoadjuvant therapy on surgical and oncologic outcomes in gastric cancer.
Institutional research profiles (ORCID / university repositories) list complete bibliographies and confirm sustained scholarly activity in pancreatic and colorectal surgery.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Alfieri combines surgical expertise with a compassionate, multidisciplinary approach. He prioritizes transparent communication and patient education so that patients can make informed decisions.
- Communication: Clear, honest discussion of risks, benefits and expected recovery.
- Empathy: Respectful and patient-centred approach to complex diagnoses.
- Multidisciplinary care: Collaboration with oncology, radiology, gastroenterology and rehabilitation teams.
- International patients: Experience managing international referrals within a major tertiary referral centre.
- Recovery focus: Use of minimally invasive and robotic techniques when appropriate to reduce complications and support faster recovery.
Professional Affiliations
Prof. Sergio Alfieri holds memberships in prestigious national and international surgical societies, participates in guideline development, and contributes to education and research in digestive and robotic surgery. His affiliations support his clinical credibility and ongoing engagement with the global surgical community.
- Full Professor, Department of Medicine and Translational Surgery, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore
- Founding member and active participant in European groups focused on robotic colorectal surgery
- Member and former scientific leader in national surgical societies and working groups
- Reviewer for major surgical journals and contributor to international educational guidelines
- Licensed and certified to practice surgery in Italy with appropriate academic appointments
FAQs
- Is Prof. Sergio Alfieri board-certified?
- Yes. He completed specialist training in General Surgery with highest honors and holds a full professorship in General Surgery, qualifying him to perform major digestive surgical procedures.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He performs complex digestive surgeries including pancreatic resections, colorectal cancer resections, gastric cancer surgery, and both emergency and elective abdominal operations using open, laparoscopic and robotic techniques.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He works at a major academic referral hospital in Rome that receives both national and international referrals and provides multidisciplinary care for complex cases.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Hospital stay depends on the procedure and the patient’s condition. Minimally invasive and robotic procedures often reduce length of stay, but major resections such as pancreatic surgery may require a longer inpatient recovery period. Exact estimates are provided during preoperative consultation.
- What languages does he speak?
- He primarily practices in Italian. Given his international academic activity and conference participation, he collaborates in English with international colleagues and is accustomed to managing international patients.
- Does he use robotic surgery?
- Yes. He has extensive experience in robotic surgery and leads teaching programs in robotic and digital surgical approaches.
- How can I arrange a consultation?
- Consultations are arranged through the outpatient services at Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli. International patients typically contact the hospital’s international office or outpatient scheduling to request an appointment and submit clinical records for triage.
