CLINICAL SITES

PI: Dra. Patricia Sánchez-Velázquez | psanchezvelazquez@psmar.cat

Hospital Clínico de Valencia in Spain is recognized for its expertise in hepatic surgery. The hospital has a diverse team of surgeons with access to liver transplant teams. The hospital is involved in various research studies related to liver diseases, including acute on chronic liver failure. It serves a population of about 321,793 inhabitants, and its health area has 16 health centers, 16 clinics, two points of continuous care, a specialty center, the El Grao Specialty Center, a complementary hospital, the Malvarrosa Hospital and an INCLIVA Health Research Institute.

PI: Dr. Dimitri Dorcaratto |  dorcaratto.dimitri@gmail.com

HOSPITAL SANCHINARRO, Madrid (SPAIN)

It is a general medical-surgical hospital under the management of four clinics. It has a 24-hour emergency room, 12 state-of-the-art operating rooms, almost all specialties and a consultation area. It has more than 13 years of experience in robotic surgery with the latest generation of Da Vinci and Hugo RAS surgical robots. Together with the Centro Integral Oncológico Clara Campal HM CIOCC, it is the first hospital in Europe to have a Hyperearly Oncological Diagnostic Unit.

PI: Dr. Emilio. Vicente | correo@emiliovicente.es

Hospital Reina Sofía de Córdoba in Spain is recognized for its expertise in hepatic surgery and liver transplantation. The hospital houses a dedicated unit for Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation. It is also known for its advancements in minimally invasive liver surgery. The hospital’s team includes renowned professionals like Rubén Ciria Troisi. The hospital also engages in various research and clinical studies.

PI: Dr. Rubén Ciria |  rubenciria@gmail.com

The Josep Trueta Hospital offers specialized care to a potential population of approximately 800,000 people. In addition, it is the reference hospital for seven Basic Health Areas with a population of more than 156,000 inhabitants. The Hospital Josep Trueta’s activity is based on three lines: assistance, research and teaching. It offers all the medical and surgical specialties of a second level hospital, is part of the Institute of Biomedical Research of Girona and houses the University School of Nursing.

PI: Dr. Santi. Lopez-Ben | santilb@msn.com

Hôpital de Beaujon in Paris is a prominent center for hepatic surgery and liver diseases. It houses a dedicated Hepatology Service and a Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation Service. The hospital is recognized for its multidisciplinary team of experts in vascular liver diseases, including hepatology and liver transplantation. It also has a reputation for advancements in major hepatectomies and is involved in various research and clinical studies.

PI: Prof. Lesurtel | mickael.lesurtel@aphp.fr

Hospital Paul Brousse in Paris is a leading center for hepatic surgery, known for its multidisciplinary approach to liver and biliary diseases. It has performed over 1400 liver transplants, maintaining an annual activity of 80-90 transplants. It also participates in numerous clinical research programs in post-transplant immunosuppression and hepatic cancer treatment.

PI: Gabriela Pittau | gabriella.pittau@gmail.com

A group of six hospitals in the metropolitan area of Strasbourg. The university hospitals are associated with the University of Strasbourg (UDS) in the training of physicians, dental surgeons and pharmacists. The Hôpital de Strasbourg in France is known for its advancements in hepatic surgery. The hospital has been involved in major hepatic resections and prioritizes minimally invasive techniques. It also has a focus on quality control and safety in medical treatment. The HUS also houses a nursing training institute (IFSI), a regional institute of childcare and a training institute for healthcare executives.

PI: Patrick Pessaux | patrick.pessaux@chru-strasbourg.fr

Hospital Tor Vergata in Rome, Italy, is a leading university hospital that stands out for its medical services in various specialties, such as internal medicine, surgery, oncology and pediatrics. In addition, its focus on medical research and its commitment to the local community make it a high-quality, comprehensive care center. Hospital Tor Vergata in Rome, Italy, is recognized for its expertise in hepatobiliary surgery. The hospital is part of the Policlinico Tor Vergata, a significant university hospital compound.

PI: Prof. Alessandro Anselmo | alessandroanselmo.ptv@gmail.com

Hospital San Raffaele in Milan, Italy, is renowned for its Hepatobiliary Surgery Unit, which focuses on the treatment of malignant and benign liver diseases of surgical interest. The hospital is a multi-specialty center with over 50 clinical specialties available. It houses experts like Luca Antonio Maria Aldrighetti, who conducts regular training courses on hepatic surgery. The hospital is also known for its advancements in minimally invasive surgery. The hospital is also recognized as an IRCCS for its research in molecular medicine and the application of innovative treatments, such as gene therapy.

PI: Prof. Luca Aldrigetti | aldrighetti.luca@hsr.it

Ospedale Miulli in Acquaviva delle Fonti, Italy, is a leading hospital center that stands out for its wide range of high quality medical services. With advanced medical equipment and highly trained professionals, it offers specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, oncology and more, providing comprehensive care to the local community. Its commitment to medical excellence and patient wellness makes it a benchmark in the Apulia región.

PI: Dr. Memeo | info@drmemeoriccardo.com

The largest oncology hospital of the IRCCS in southern Italy and is the reference center of the national and regional oncology network. The Institute predominantly pursues clinical and applied research in the biomedical field and in that of the organization and management of health services, devoting itself to the broader problems of the oncological patient, ranging from psychological assistance to nutritional problems, pain therapy, palliative care in general and the most delicate phases of the disease.

PI: Dr. Francesco Izzo | f.izzo@istitutotumori.na.it

Medical care center of reference with a wide range of medical specialties. It stands out for its focus on research and medical education, its high quality care and its prestige as a reference in the city. It has advanced medical equipment and highly trained staff to provide comprehensive and reliable care to patients. This hospital pioneered internal radiation therapy for pancreatic cancer for the first time in Italy.

PI: Dr. Ettore | gmettore@scamilloforlanini.rm.it

The University Medical Center Ljubljana or UMC Ljubljana is the largest hospital center in Slovenia and one of the largest hospital centers in Central Europe. It is the main training base for the Faculty of Health Sciences of the University of Ljubljana and the Faculty of Medicine. The University Hospital of Ljubljana in Slovenia has over 15 years of experience in performing liver and pancreatic transplants. The hospital’s Department of Abdominal Surgery is particularly involved in these procedures. The hospital also contributes to health care, education, and research.

PI: Prof. Trovtosek  | blaz.trotovsek@kclj.si

An important hospital center located in Zielona Góra, Poland. It stands out for offering a wide range of medical services in various specialties, with advanced medical equipment and highly trained professionals. In addition, as part of a university, it has a focus on medical research and academic training, which makes it an important reference in the field of medicine in Poland.

PI: Prof. Dawid Murawa | dmurawa@gmail.com

Norbert Barlicki Memorial University Hospital No. 1. of the Medical University of Lodz, Poland, stands out as the largest university hospital in the region. It offers a wide range of state-of-the-art medical services and has modern diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. It is known for performing innovative medical procedures worldwide and for providing professional and high-quality medical care. In addition, the hospital focuses on the care of veterans, providing them with specialized services and a welcoming environment.

PI: Prof. Piotr Hogendorf | Piotr.hogendorf@umed.lodz.pl

Warsaw (POLAND)

The Medical University of Warsaw is one of the largest and oldest medical schools in Poland. The first academic department of medicine was established in 1809. It is one of the most prestigious medical science schools affiliated with several major hospitals in Poland.

PI: Prof. Grat | Michal.grat@gmail.com

Mielecki Hospital of the Medical University of Silesia, located in the city of Katowice, Poland, is a clinical and academic center of reference in the region. It offers high quality services in various medical specialties, including general, vascular and transplant surgery, oncology, interventional radiology, internal medicine, nephrology, hepatology, transplantology and more. It is the largest transplant unit in southern Poland, performing kidney, liver and bone marrow transplantations. Its highly trained and committed medical team ensures exceptional medical care to the local community and beyond. The hospital has modern facilities and state-of-the-art equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

PI: Prof. Robert Król| robertk@hot.pl 

KSW provides basic medical care in the Winterthur region as well as specialized care services to hospitals in the surrounding area. In addition, KSW fulfills an important and broad educational mandate. KSW is a leader in terms of quality and efficiency and offers patients comprehensive medicine in a well-developed infrastructure.

PI: Dr Philip Grochola | lukaszfilip.grochola@ksw.ch  

ATHENS NATIONAL AND KOPODISTRIEN UNIVERSITY, Athens (GREECE)

It has been in continuous operation since its foundation in 1837 and is the oldest institution of higher education in the modern Greek state and the first contemporary university in both the Balkan peninsula and the eastern Mediterranean[4]. It is currently one of the largest universities by enrollment in Europe, with over 69,000 students enrolled.

PI: Dr. Machairas| nmachair@gmail.com