Training & Research
Surgery informed by research
At Palazzo Manzoni, the surgeons who operate on you are the same surgeons who publish in peer-reviewed journals, teach trainees, and advance the field.
The Palazzo Manzoni surgical teams are active in clinical research, in university teaching with Prof. Edoardo Cervi, and in international scientific societies. Dr. Andrea Russo’s research on refractive surgery and ocular imaging has been cited more than 1,200 times in the international literature. The plastic surgery team has been writing for years on aesthetic practice and patient safety. All our physicians attend international conferences and continuing education programs.
Why research matters for patients
A clinic that publishes is a clinic that thinks
Surgery is not static. The techniques that work well today were developed yesterday by surgeons who asked questions, tested ideas, and published their results so other surgeons could learn.
When you choose a surgeon, you’re choosing not just their technical skill but their intellectual approach: do they do what they learned in training, or do they stay current with what the field has learned? Do they measure their outcomes and adjust their technique when needed?
At Palazzo Manzoni, the surgeons who operate on you are the same surgeons who participate in research, publish in medical journals, and present at international conferences. This is not a guarantee of perfection. It is a guarantee that the person planning your surgery is thinking at the level of evidence, not just routine.
Surgery is not static
You choose a surgeon’s intellectual approach
Research, publications and international conferences
Ophthalmology Research
Research and invention in refractive surgery and ocular imaging
Dr. Andrea Russo
Ophthalmology research
Academic Affiliation
Dr. Andrea Russo conducts research at the University of Brescia. His work focuses on refractive surgery — laser vision correction — and on the development of new imaging techniques for the retina and optic nerve.
Published Research
His research, published in international peer-reviewed journals — more than 60 papers — has been cited over 1,200 times by other researchers: a concrete indicator of its relevance to the international ophthalmic community. The main areas: refractive surgery techniques (LASIK, SMILE, PRK, Presbyond) – corneal imaging and topography – retinal imaging and OCT technology – cataract surgery outcomes – management of surgical complications.
The D-Eye Innovation
Dr. Russo is the inventor of D-Eye, the device that turns a smartphone into a high-resolution retinal camera, bringing fundus examination where traditional ophthalmic equipment cannot reach.
Professional Society Memberships
Training. Dr. Russo trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, one of the world’s leading centers for ophthalmology: a school of surgical excellence he now brings to Palazzo Manzoni.
The Plastic Surgery Team
Surgeons who publish,
surgeons who teach
The plastic surgery team at Palazzo Manzoni—Dr. Enrico Motta, Dr. Stefano Di Nonno, and Dr. Luana Salvagni—are the authors of the “Bellezza” column in Profilo Salute, a major Italian medical and patient education publication.
Why This Matters. Surgeons who write for patient and professional audiences are held accountable in a way that surgeons who do not are not. Publishing requires honesty about what can and cannot be achieved. It requires staying current with the literature. It requires thinking carefully about the ethical dimensions of aesthetic surgery.
The same clinical judgment that produces honest, thoughtful articles also produces careful, measured surgical recommendations and excellent patient outcomes.
The column’s articles are published regularly in the magazine and collected on the Profilo Salute website.
The articles discuss:
Realistic expectations in aesthetic surgery
How to choose a qualified plastic surgeon
Safety standards and complication management
The ethical responsibilities of aesthetic medicine
Evolution of techniques and technologies
Case studies and patient experiences
Continued Professional Development
Staying current with the field
Every member of the Palazzo Manzoni surgical team participates in ongoing medical education:
Conference attendance
Surgeons attend major international conferences in their specialty (ophthalmology, plastic surgery, fertility, vascular surgery) annually to learn about new techniques, emerging evidence, and best practice updates.
Wet labs and hands-on training
Surgeons participate in practical training on new equipment and techniques, ensuring competency before introducing new methods to patient care.
Journal review
The surgical team maintains regular review of current literature in their field, ensuring that patient care is informed by the latest evidence.
Visiting professionals
Every week we host visiting colleagues and surgeons from around the world, to learn and grow together.
Continued Development
Staying current with the field
Every member of the Palazzo Manzoni surgical team participates in ongoing medical education:
Conference attendance
Surgeons attend major international conferences in their specialty (ophthalmology, plastic surgery, fertility, vascular surgery) annually to learn about new techniques, emerging evidence, and best practice updates.
Wet labs and hands-on training
Surgeons participate in practical training on new equipment and techniques, ensuring competency before introducing new methods to patient care.
Journal review
The surgical team maintains regular review of current literature in their field, ensuring that patient care is informed by the latest evidence.
Visiting professionals
Every week we host visiting colleagues and surgeons from around the world, to learn and grow together.
Editorial Heritage
Published voices in medical education
Ophthalmology Column — Dr. Andrea Russo
Dr. Russo has written a regular ophthalmology column in Profilo Salute and other patient-education publications, dedicated to: – the most common eye conditions and their effects on vision – prevention and early diagnosis of eye disease – understanding your prescription and correction options – refractive surgery: what it is, who it is for and what to expect – cataracts and their treatment – age-related macular degeneration – dry eye
The “Bellezza” Column — Plastic Surgery
Dr. Enrico Motta, Dr. Stefano Di Nonno and Dr. Luana Salvagni author the “Bellezza” (“Beauty”) column in Profilo Salute, known for its candid, clinically first-hand perspective on aesthetic surgery. It has covered: – realistic aesthetic outcomes – how to evaluate a plastic surgeon – recovery timelines and expectations – the ethics of aesthetic medicine – body dysmorphia and when surgery is not the answer – pre- and post-operative care
Why teaching matters
The responsibility of expertise
Surgeons who teach are surgeons who have to articulate why they do what they do. Teaching forces clarity. It requires evidence. It prevents shortcuts.
This commitment to teaching and training reflects a commitment to the future of the specialty and to the next generation of surgeons.
At Palazzo Manzoni, surgeons teach because it is part of the professional responsibility that comes with expertise.
Training younger surgeons.
International fellowships and mentoring for young surgeons.
University affiliation.
Prof. Edoardo Cervi holds a professorship at the University of Brescia.
Surgical societies.
Surgeons participate in the work of professional organizations, setting and maintaining standards for the field.
Innovation and Technology Adoption
Leading, not following
Palazzo Manzoni adopts surgical and diagnostic technologies early in their lifecycle, once the evidence of efficacy and safety is well established. Examples include the femtosecond laser in ophthalmology, InMode Quantum RF in aesthetic medicine, and cryosclerotherapy in vascular surgery.
Critical evaluation of new techniques
The surgical team reviews emerging technologies against published evidence, not against marketing.
Training and competency
Before a new technique or device is used on patients, the surgical team completes appropriate training and demonstrates competency.
Informed patient consent
Patients are clearly informed about whether a procedure or technology is standard practice or newer, and what evidence supports its use.
Outcomes and Quality Metrics
Measuring what matters
Research-oriented surgeons measure their outcomes. This data is not collected for marketing: it serves to identify room for improvement and to keep our practice calibrated to the best possible results.
Complication rates
<1%: on average, better than the published literature
Patient satisfaction
Over 97% of our patients report being satisfied and would choose the same path again
Functional outcomes
Professional requalifications achieved after our procedures (law enforcement and competitive selections)
Revision rates
Refinement is included: the 7% of patients who need it are never left behind
How Research Informs Your Care
Evidence at the bedside
Here is how the research culture at Palazzo Manzoni translates into your care:
Your diagnosis is informed by evidence. Diagnostic protocols are based on published guidelines, not convenience. Tests are performed because they answer a clinical question, not because they are standard routine.
Your treatment plan is individualized. Surgical technique is tailored to your anatomy and goals, not standardized to one approach. If published evidence shows that a specific variant is superior for your presentation, that variant is offered.
You receive transparent counseling about options. Every option—surgical and non-surgical, conventional and emerging—is discussed honestly with you, with clear information about evidence, risks, and alternatives.
Your outcomes are monitored. You are followed with appropriate intervals and testing to ensure that your surgical result is stable and meets your goals. If adjustment is needed, it is discussed and planned.
Research in Your Care
Evidence at the bedside
Here is how the research culture at Palazzo Manzoni translates into your care:
Your diagnosis is informed by evidence
Diagnostic protocols are based on published guidelines, not convenience. Tests are performed because they answer a clinical question, not because they are standard routine.
Your treatment plan is individualized
Surgical technique is tailored to your anatomy and goals, not standardized to one approach. If published evidence shows that a specific variant is superior for your presentation, that variant is offered.
Transparent counseling about your options
Every option—surgical and non-surgical, conventional and emerging—is discussed honestly with you, with clear information about evidence, risks, and alternatives.
Your outcomes are monitored
You are followed with appropriate intervals and testing to ensure that your surgical result is stable and meets your goals. If adjustment is needed, it is discussed and planned.
Collaborative Research and Teaching Programs
Building the future of surgery
Research collaborations with universities and hospitals
Palazzo Manzoni takes part in numerous international studies For refractive surgery, the clinic is part of the Gruppo Refrattivo Italiano network.
Visiting professor programs and international lecture series
Training rotations for fellows
Surgical technique courses and workshops hosted at the facility
Industry partnerships for technology development and evaluation
Further Learning
Explore the research and evidence base
For patients interested in learning more about the evidence behind treatments at Palazzo Manzoni:
For healthcare professionals interested in collaboration:
Contact & Consultation
Bringing research into your care
Every patient at Palazzo Manzoni benefits from the research culture and evidence-based approach of the surgical team—whether or not they have a particular research question.
To schedule a consultation with a surgeon who operates informed by research and evidence: