Prof. Alessandro Castagna
Specialization: Shoulder dislocation
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Workplace: Italy, Rome,
Prof. Alessandro Castagna is a leading orthopedic surgeon specialized in shoulder surgery, with over twenty years of exclusive experience in this field. He performs approximately 800 shoulder surgeries per year, covering both arthroscopic and open techniques. He completed his specialization in Orthopedics and Traumatology at the University of Milan and later earned a specialization in Sports Medicine from the University of Brescia. Prof. Castagna refined his expertise in arthroscopic shoulder surgery at the world-renowned Southern California Orthopaedic Institute (SCOI) under Prof. Stephen J. Snyder. He also trained in open shoulder surgery under Prof. Mario Randelli in Milan. Today, his clinical, surgical, and research activity is entirely focused on shoulder disorders and their advanced treatment. Clinical Expertise Prof. Castagna is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of shoulder conditions, including: Rotator cuff tears Shoulder instability Impingement syndrome Labral injuries Tendon and ligament injuries Degenerative shoulder disease Frozen shoulder Arthritic conditions requiring prosthetic replacement Complex and revision shoulder surgeries He uses both arthroscopic and open surgical techniques, selecting the optimal approach for each patient based on pathology, anatomy, and functional needs. Surgical Activity Performs ~800 shoulder surgeries annually Over 20 years dedicated almost exclusively to shoulder surgery Expert in: Advanced arthroscopy Open reconstructive surgery Shoulder prosthesis Revision surgery Biological and functional shoulder preservation techniques Scientific Contributions Prof. Castagna has an extensive academic and scientific background: 60+ publications in national and international journals Multiple contributions to monographs and surgical textbooks Research focused on: Improving surgical and therapeutic techniques in shoulder pathology Biological and functional mechanisms of shoulder disorders Development of new surgical materials, implants, and instruments Leadership Roles Prof. Castagna holds prestigious roles in international orthopedic associations: President, Italian Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (SICSeG) – 2010–2012 President, European Society for Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (SECEC) – 2012–2014 Board Member, International Congress of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery (ICSES) – 2013–2022 These positions underscore his international reputation as one of Europe’s most respected shoulder surgeons. Areas of Interest Shoulder pathology Arthroscopic shoulder surgery Open shoulder reconstruction Shoulder biomechanics and functional recovery Development of innovative surgical techniques, implants, and tools
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Specialist in orthopaedics and accident surgery, sports medicine Medical Director ATOS Clinic Munich Prof. Dr. med. Mark Tauber provides the entire spectrum of modern shoulder surgery. His main focus is on the minimally invasive treatment of upper arm head fractures and the arthroscopic treatment of shoulder pathologies Range of Services: Implantation and replacement of shoulder prostheses Arthroscopic suture of the rotator cuff Revisions after failed rotator cuff rupture Care of upper arm head fractures and long-term consequences Arthroscopic and open shoulder stabilisation after dislocation Dislocations of the shoulder joint Early osteoarthritis of the shoulder, cartilage regeneration Calculus shoulder Frozen shoulder
Location: Rome, Italy
Workplace: Villa Stuart
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