Dr. Riccardo Annibali, Co-consulting

Proctologist Surgeon

Dr. Riccardo Annibali has an impressive career in the field of healthcare, providing high-quality medical care and making significant improvements in the lives of his patients. With extensive experience and extensive knowledge in healthcare, he is recognized as an expert in his specialty.

Dr. Riccardo Annibali stands out for his exceptional diagnostic and treatment skills. He is known for his meticulous approach to evaluating patients' symptoms and his ability to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

Another remarkable aspect of his career is his passion for medical research and innovation. Dr. Annibali has actively contributed to advancements in healthcare through his participation in advanced studies and research, providing updated and effective treatment options to his patients.

With open communication and attentiveness to the needs of his patients, Dr. Riccardo Annibali is respected not only for his medical abilities but also for his empathy and understanding of those under his care. He strives to provide clear explanations and emotional support to make patients feel comfortable and understood.

Overall, Dr. Riccardo Annibali is a remarkable figure in the medical world, a dedicated and passionate physician who makes significant contributions to improving the health of his patients and the continuous progress of medicine. Through his tireless dedication and expertise, he serves as an inspiration to his colleagues and a blessing to those he serves.

Specializations:

1. Minimally Invasive and Laparoscopic Surgery: Dr. Annibali has received training in minimally invasive procedures through internships at Creighton University in Omaha (Nebraska, USA) and Samaritano Hospital in Goiania (Goias, Brazil), as well as specific courses in the USA. He is skilled in laparoscopic surgeries such as inguinal hernia repair, ventral hernia repair, cholecystectomies, segmental and total colectomies, fundoplications for hiatal hernias, appendectomies, varicocele interventions, removal of ovarian and biliary cysts, and pelvic lymphadenectomies.

2. Colorectal Surgery: He has received training in colorectal surgery at Mayo Clinic under the guidance of Prof. Roger Dozois (Rochester, Minnesota, USA) and further perfected his skills at the 2nd Surgical Clinic of the University of Gothenburg (Sweden) under Prof. Leif Hulten. Dr. Annibali has extensive experience in the treatment of chronic inflammatory bowel diseases (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease) and colorectal cancer, with a focus on sphincter-saving techniques.

3. Proctology: He has expertise in proctological procedures, including innovative techniques performed under local anesthesia, with minimal discomfort for patients and rapid discharge. His experience includes over 2500 cases performed on both an outpatient and day surgery basis. He has introduced techniques for the treatment of obstructed defecation, repair of rectoceles, and correction of mucosal prolapse through a transanal approach.

4. Abdominal Wall Surgery and Ventral Hernias: Dr. Annibali was among the first Italian surgeons to perform inguinal hernia repairs with a prosthetic mesh under local anesthesia and on a day surgery basis. He initiated innovative cooperation between the Departments of Surgery and Anatomy while coordinating the Experimental Surgery Laboratory at Creighton University (Omaha, Nebraska, USA), leading to the identification of a critical anatomical area for laparoscopic hernia repair, known as the "Pain Triangle," now present in surgical manuals worldwide. He is also known for his research on the biological behavior of prosthetic materials in this field.

5. Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy: He has regularly performed diagnostic and operative endoscopies of the upper and lower gastrointestinal tract for approximately 25 years. He has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating gastroesophageal reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel diseases, and intestinal dysbiosis. Dr. Annibali has developed an original program for the intestinal rehabilitation of fermentative dysbiosis, based on a special diet combined with medication (both allopathic and herbal) and hydrocolonic therapy. This protocol has shown promising results in restoring normal flora in approximately 80% of patients within three months, based on research studies and personal observations accumulated over 20 years and the treatment of around 1500 patients.