Stefano Palomba | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Stefano Palomba | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Department of Medical-Surgical Science and Translational Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynecology Sapienza University of Rome Italy

Professor Stefano Palomba is a renowned Italian medical doctor and academic in the field of gynecology and obstetrics, born on October 23, 1971, in Naples, Italy. He is currently affiliated with Sapienza University of Rome, where he contributes to clinical, teaching, and research excellence. Married with one child, Prof. Palomba is widely recognized for his leadership in reproductive medicine and women’s health, and he has made significant contributions to evidence-based gynecological practices worldwide. 📍

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🎓 Education

Prof. Palomba’s academic journey began with a Scientific High School Diploma in 1989, followed by an enriching ERASMUS experience in Brussels in 1992. He earned his Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery (110/110 cum laude) in 1995 from the University of Naples “Federico II”, with an experimental thesis on postmenopausal skin and bone health. He went on to gain multiple advanced certifications including Integrated Medicine, Internal Ultrasound, Breast Ultrasound, and Fetal Echocardiography, solidifying his expertise across clinical diagnostics and therapeutic domains. 🎓🩺

🏥 Professional Experience

Prof. Palomba has held prestigious clinical, academic, and leadership roles. He served as a Medical Director in multiple public healthcare competitions and was President of Commission for the Grande Ospedale Metropolitano di Reggio Calabria. He has been deeply involved in clinical governance, research evaluation, and mentoring at institutions like the University of Catanzaro “Magna Graecia” and San Servolo. His dedication spans over two decades, emphasizing innovation in gynecological endocrinology, minimally invasive surgery, and integrated reproductive health. 🔬💼

🔬 Research Interests

His scientific pursuits revolve around reproductive endocrinology, gynecologic surgery, menopause management, uterine fibroids, natural family planning, and ultrasound diagnostics. Prof. Palomba’s interdisciplinary research bridges clinical gynecology with endocrine and metabolic health, aiming to enhance women’s quality of life and fertility outcomes. His projects often integrate both medical and surgical strategies to develop tailored therapeutic protocols. 🌡️🧬

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Prof. Stefano Palomba has been recognized for his scientific contributions and teaching excellence across Italy and internationally. Notable accolades include invitations to lecture at leading specialization schools and honors for high-impact publications. His academic leadership has earned him roles in evaluation commissions and post-specialist courses, especially in gynecologic endocrinology and minimally invasive therapies. 🏅📚

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Prof. Palomba has authored 278 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals, achieving a total impact factor (IF) of 1332.99 (2024) and an average IF of 4.85. Below are some highlights with hyperlinks and citation data:

Pregnancy complications in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

Evidence-based and potential benefits of metformin in the polycystic ovary syndrome: a comprehensive review

Three-dimensional atomic-scale structure of size-selected gold nanoclusters

Early impairment of endothelial structure and function in young normal-weight women with polycystic ovary syndrome

The cardiovascular risk of young women with polycystic ovary syndrome: an observational, analytical, prospective case-control study

Prospective parallel randomized, double-blind, double-dummy controlled clinical trial comparing clomiphene citrate and metformin as the first-line treatment for ovulation …

Structured exercise training programme versus hypocaloric hyperproteic diet in obese polycystic ovary syndrome patients with anovulatory infertility: a 24-week pilot study

Complications and challenges associated with polycystic ovary syndrome: current perspectives

The increase of leukocytes as a new putative marker of low-grade chronic inflammation and early cardiovascular risk in polycystic ovary syndrome

Beneficial effects of a three-month structured exercise training program on cardiopulmonary functional capacity in young women with polycystic ovary syndrome

 

Pasquale Viggiano | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Pasquale Viggiano | Medicine and Health Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Ricercatore University of Bari: Universita degli Studi di Bari Aldo Moro Italy

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Pasquale Viggiano, born on January 31, 1990, in Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Italy, is a distinguished ophthalmologist and researcher. With a robust academic background and practical expertise, he is currently a researcher in Ophthalmology at the Department of Biomedicine Translation and Neuroscience, University of Bari “Aldo Moro.”

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Education

🎓 Residency in Ophthalmology (2016-2020): University G. D’Annunzio Chieti-Pescara, Italy, guided by Prof. Leonardo Mastropasqua and Prof. Paolo Carpineto.
🎓 Medical Degree (2009-2015): Catholic University of Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy. Graduated on October 19, 2015.
🎓 Fellowship in Cataract Surgery (2023): Eye Research Center and Dr. Agarwal’s Eye Hospital, Chennai, India.

Experience

🔬 Current Position:

  • Since 2022: Researcher Ophthalmologist, University of Bari “Aldo Moro.”
    🩺 Past Roles:
  • 2021: Researcher at IRCCS-Fondazione Bietti, Rome.
  • 2014-2015: Internships in Ophthalmology and Anesthesiology at Catholic University of Sacred Heart, Rome.

Research Interests

🔍 Dr. Viggiano’s research focuses on:

  • Advanced optical coherence tomography (OCT).
  • Vascular changes in macular diseases.
  • Innovations in cataract and retinal surgery.

Awards

🏆 Nominee for excellence in clinical ophthalmology and scientific research.

Publications Top Notes:

📚 Highlighted Publications:

Borrelli E, Viggiano P et al., “In Vivo Mapping of the Choriocapillaris in Healthy Eyes.” Ophthalmology Retina, 2019. DOI.

Cited by: Numerous retinal imaging studies.

Borrelli E, Viggiano P, Mastropasqua R., “Vascular Changes in Age-Related Macular Degeneration.” Ann Eye Sci, 2019.

Cited by: Over 20 AMD-focused articles.

Boscia G, Viggiano P et al., “Choroidal Remodeling Following Different Anti-VEGF Therapies in Neovascular AMD.” Scientific Reports, 2024.

Cited by: Studies on anti-VEGF therapies.