Dr Fabrizio Panaro

Oncological Surgery

Dr Fabrizio Panaro

Specialist in
  • Major liver surgery and complex resections.
  • Liver and pancreas transplants.
  • Minimally invasive laparoscopic and advanced robotic surgery.
«My aim is to use the most advanced surgical technology to improve the prognosis and quality of life of patients with hepatobiliary cancers.»
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Professional profile

A specialist in oncological surgery with an international career focused on complex hepatic and hepatobiliary surgery, organ transplantation and the application of advanced surgical techniques in the treatment of cancer.

His clinical practice combines technological innovation, minimally invasive surgery and evidence-based decision-making, with a focus on safety, personalised treatment and supporting patients through highly complex oncological processes.

Education

His academic background combines an undergraduate degree and medical specialisation with a strong track record in research in the fields of surgery, microbiology and immunology.

2012 | Qualification to supervise research (HDR). University of Montpellier.
2008 | PhD in Microbiology and Immunology. University of Genoa.
2004 | Specialist in General Surgery. University of Genoa.
1992–1998 | Bachelor’s degree in Medicine. University of Genoa. First-class honours and academic medal.

Professional experience

He has carried out his clinical, surgical and research work at leading hospitals and university centres, taking on clinical and leadership responsibilities.

2025 – Present | Chair of General and Visceral Surgery, Princess Grace Hospital, Monaco.
2024 – Present | Head of the Department of General and Robotic Surgery, University Hospital of Alessandria.
2010 – 2012 | Assistant Surgeon, Montpellier University Hospital.
2007 – 2010 | Senior Registrar (Chef de Clinique). Hautepierre Hospital, Strasbourg.
2004 – 2007 | General and Transplant Surgeon. San Martino University Hospital, Genoa.
2002 – 2004 | Clinical Researcher. University of Illinois at Chicago.

Scientific publications

He is the author and co-author of scientific articles published in leading international journals on robotic surgery, liver surgery and transplantation.

2024 | Palucci M, Giannone F, Panaro F, et al. Robotic liver parenchymal transection techniques: a comprehensive overview and classification. Journal of Robotic Surgery. 2024. doi:10.1007/s11701-024-02200-5
2024 | Giannone F, Cassese G, Panaro F, et al. Robotic versus laparoscopic liver resection for difficult posterosuperior segments: a systematic review with a meta-analysis. Surgical Endoscopy. 2024. doi:10.1007/s00464-024-11428-z
2024 | Bader Al Taweel B, Panaro F, et al. Assessment of segmental hypertrophy of the future remnant liver following hepatic venous deprivation. Cancers. 2024;16(11):1982. doi:10.3390/cancers16111982
2023 | Ferrari C, Leon P, Panaro F, et al. Multi-visceral resection for left-sided pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma. Langenbeck’s Archives of Surgery. 2023;408:440. doi:10.1007/s00423-023-03110-0
2023 | Cassese G, Troisi RI, Panaro F, et al. Liver venous deprivation versus portal vein embolisation before major hepatectomy. Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery. 2023;27(2):296–305. doi:10.1007/s11605-022-05551-2

Areas of special focus

The clinical areas in which we specialise most include the following:

  • Malignant liver disease.
  • Liver metastases from colorectal cancer.
  • End-stage liver failure.
  • Biliary-pancreatic cancer.

Techniques and procedures

The techniques and procedures he routinely performs include the following:

  • Major liver surgery and complex resections.
  • Liver and pancreas transplants.
  • Minimally invasive laparoscopic and advanced robotic surgery.
  • Normothermic perfusion of liver grafts.

Accreditations and memberships

He plays an active role in international scientific societies.

  • International Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association (IHPBA) – Research Committee and Finance Committee.
  • International Pancreas and Islet Transplant Association (IPITA).
  • European Society for Organ Transplantation (ESOT).

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