Fausto Catena is the Chief of the Department of Emergency Surgery at Parma University Hospital, and graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bologna, Italy. He also serves as the General Secretary of the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES) and directs the WSES Educational Program. With a wealth of experience, he has held positions such as Consultant General Surgeon at the St. Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, University of Bologna, Italy. His editorial roles include being Editor-in-Chief of the World Journal of Emergency Surgery and serving on the editorial boards of multiple esteemed journals. His extensive contributions to academia are underscored by over 450 scientific papers, multiple book chapters, and three books. Notably, he has been honored with 13 national and international scientific prizes for his outstanding work, reflecting his significant impact in the field of surgery. His diverse research interests encompass colorectal surgery, emergency surgery, hernia surgery, kidney transplantation, sarcoma and carcinomatosis, and minimally invasive surgery, showcasing his broad expertise and dedication to advancing surgical care.
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Short Biography
Fausto Catena is the Chief of the Department of Emergency Surgery at Parma University Hospital, and graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bologna, Italy. He also serves as the General Secretary of the World Society of Emergency Surgery (WSES) and directs the WSES Educational Program. With a wealth of experience, he has held positions such as Consultant General Surgeon at the St. Orsola-Malpighi University Hospital, University of Bologna, Italy. His editorial roles include being Editor-in-Chief of the World Journal of Emergency Surgery and serving on the editorial boards of multiple esteemed journals. His extensive contributions to academia are underscored by over 450 scientific papers, multiple book chapters, and three books. Notably, he has been honored with 13 national and international scientific prizes for his outstanding work, reflecting his significant impact in the field of surgery. His diverse research interests encompass colorectal surgery, emergency surgery, hernia surgery, kidney transplantation, sarcoma and carcinomatosis, and minimally invasive surgery, showcasing his broad expertise and dedication to advancing surgical care.