Stefano Spiezia

Prof. Stefano Spiezia is a founder member of EUROMIT in Minimally Invasive Thyroid Treatments. He served as the Principal Investigator for the first in-human trial for benign thyroid nodules. He leads the Endocrine Surgery Operative Unit at Ospedale del Mare Hospital in Italy.

Specialization and Minimally Invasive Techniques

Prof. Spiezia specializes in thyroid-saving interventions and endocrine pathologies. He utilizes video-assisted techniques for parathyroid and lymph node surgeries. The doctor performs thermal ablation using radiofrequency, microwave, and laser technologies for thyroid nodules. He also conducts ultrasound-guided needle aspirations for precise diagnoses.

As a qualified robotic surgeon, Dr. Spiezia uses robotic systems for endocrine disorders. His approach preserves healthy tissue while treating nodules and tumors. He coordinates training schools to teach endocrine ultrasound to other medical professionals. Additionally, he has promoted various scientific meetings to improve care pathways for patients with thyroid pathologies.

Notable Achievements and Research

Dr. Spiezia has 3,400+ citations across 2,256 documents in his field. He has authored seven books and 68 scientific publications on endocrine surgery. The specialist led the NP-TF-024 clinical trial, which was the first in-human trial for benign thyroid treatment. He founded the "Save Your Thyroid" International School with branches in Italy and Egypt.

Work Experience

• Head of the Endocrine Surgery Operative Unit – Ospedale del Mare Hospital, Italy
• Head of the Endocrine Surgery Regional Network – Italy
• Consultant – Ruesch Clinic, Naples
• Adjunct Professor – University of Turin (2011–2025)
• Professor of Endocrine Surgery and Interventional Diagnostics of the Neck – Second University of Naples (1998–2014)
• General Secretary – Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (SIUMB)
• Coordinator of the Training School – Italian Society of Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (SIUMB)
• Director of the "Save Your Thyroid" International School – Naples, Italy, and Cairo, Egypt
• Visiting Professor – Saudi German Hospital, Cairo, Egypt
• Speaker and Organizer – International congresses including ACTA Congress in Taipei and American Thyroid Association Congress in Chicago

Education and Training

• 1981 – Degree in Medicine and Surgery – University of Naples (graduated cum laude)
• 1986 – Specialization in Emergency Surgery – University of Naples
• 1993 – Specialization Course in Minimally Invasive Surgery
• 1996 – Managerial Course in Healthcare Organization Management
• 1997 – Accreditation for Ultrasound Units
• 2007 – II Level University Master’s Degree in Endocrine Surgery – Second University of Naples

Professional Memberships and Editorial Roles

• Founder Member – EUROMIT in Minimally Invasive Thyroid Treatments
• Member – American Thyroid Association (ATA)
• Member – North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology
• Regional Delegate – Italian Society of Endocrine Surgery (SIUEC)
• Review Editor – Thyroid Endocrinology
• Editorial Board Member – Video Endocrinology (ATA)