Professional Experience
- Head of Endocrine Surgery Unit at Ospedale del Mare, Naples
- Operates at Clinica Ruesch, Naples
- Founder of the regional reference center for thyroid surgery in Campania
- Pioneer in thyroid thermal ablation techniques since 1998
- Launched the first human clinical trial using irreversible electroporation (IRE) for thyroid nodules in 2023
- Visiting Professor at Saudi German Hospital, Cairo
- Former lecturer at Second University of Naples (1998–2014)
Academic Contributions
- Professor of Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Thyroid Treatments, University of Turin
- Organizer of annual training courses in thyroid ultrasound and surgery
- Founder of the “Save Your Thyroid” educational initiative with branches in Europe and North Africa
- Developed live surgical masterclasses and simulation training programs
Areas of Expertise
- Minimally invasive thyroid surgery, including endoscopic and robotic techniques
- Radiofrequency, microwave, and laser ablation of thyroid nodules
- Adrenal and parathyroid gland surgery
- Ultrasound-guided diagnostics and needle aspiration
- Clinical trials using new technologies such as IRE for benign thyroid nodules
Publications and Research
Prof. Stefano Spiezia has authored over 68 peer-reviewed scientific papers and 7 books in the field of endocrine surgery. His work has been cited more than 3,400 times.
He is a Review Editor for the journal Thyroid Endocrinology and serves on the editorial board of Video Endocrinology, an official journal of the American Thyroid Association.
He is also the principal investigator in Europe’s first clinical trial of Nano Pulse Technology for the treatment of benign thyroid nodules.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Emphasizes lifestyle change as part of endocrine disease management, including healthy diet and daily movement
- Advocates non-invasive approaches that avoid surgical scars and long-term medication
- Promotes patient education and prevention as part of postoperative care
- Offers online consultations and services for international patients
- Known for combining advanced technology with personal and empathetic patient interaction
Professional Affiliations
- General Secretary of SIUMB (Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology)
- Member of SIUEC (United Italian Societies of Endocrine Surgery)
- Founding member of EUROMIT (European Minimally Invasive Thyroid Treatment)
- Member of the American Thyroid Association
- Member of the North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology
FAQs
- Is Dr. Stefano Spiezia board-certified?
- Yes, he is board-certified in Emergency Surgery and holds a master’s degree in Endocrine Surgery.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He specializes in minimally invasive thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal surgeries, as well as thermal and robotic procedures.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, he is available for online consultations and often works with international medical institutions.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Many of his procedures are outpatient. Traditional surgeries typically require minimal hospital time due to minimally invasive methods.
- What languages does he speak?
- Dr. Spiezia speaks Italian and English and provides consultations in both languages.
- Is online consultation available?
- Yes, he offers pre- and post-treatment consultations online for both local and international patients.
- Does he perform scarless thyroid treatments?
- Yes, he is a leader in thermal ablation techniques that avoid surgical scars and preserve thyroid function.
