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Dr. Prof. Santo Raffaele Mercuri

Dr. Prof. Santo Raffaele Mercuri

Dermatologist ·
, milan, Italy

17+ of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English, Italian

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Specialises in:

VitiligoPsoriasis and its clinical variantsBullous pemphigoidActinic keratosisBasal cell carcinoma

About Dr. Prof. Santo Raffaele Mercuri

  • Prof. Santo Raffaele Mercuri is the Head of the Department of Dermatology at IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele in Milan, Italy.
  • He is a Visiting Professor for the Master’s Degree in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University in Milan.
  • He specializes in dermatology and venereology, with professional and research interests spanning inflammatory skin diseases, pigmentary disorders, laser-based dermatological treatments, and skin conditions requiring specialist assessment.
  • He graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Messina and completed his specialization in Dermatology and Venereology with honors.
  • He has teaching experience in medicine and surgery, dental hygiene, dentistry, pediatrics, infectious diseases, and tropical diseases.
  • His academic activities have included postgraduate and continuing education programmes in pediatric dermatology at the University of Parma and the University of Rome Tor Vergata.
  • His research interests include innovative treatments for vitiligo, ablative and non-ablative laser techniques for skin diseases, and the causes and development of different clinical forms of psoriasis.
  • He has served as the principal investigator and scientific director of multicentre clinical trials and observational studies.
  • He has authored or co-authored more than 60 articles in national and international scientific journals, along with numerous book chapters, according to the supplied biography.
  • Since 2011, he has served as an expert in dermatology for Italy’s Supreme Council of Health, as stated in the supplied profile.

Conditions treated by Prof. Santo Raffaele MERCURI

  • Vitiligo
  • Psoriasis and its clinical variants
  • Bullous pemphigoid
  • Actinic keratosis
  • Basal cell carcinoma
  • Grover disease
  • Pseudoxanthoma elasticum-like papillary dermal elastolysis
  • Selected pediatric skin conditions

Area of Interest

  • Dermatology and venereology
  • Vitiligo and innovative treatment approaches
  • Psoriasis and its clinical variants
  • Pediatric dermatology
  • Ablative and non-ablative laser techniques in dermatology
  • Laser treatment for selected skin lesions

Qualification

  • Degree in Medicine and Surgery – University of Messina, Italy.
  • Specialization in Dermatology and Venereology – University of Messina, Italy, completed with honors.

Work Experiences

  • Head of the Department of Dermatology - IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, Milan, Italy.
  • Visiting Professor - Master’s Degree in Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy.
  • University Teaching - Teaching activities across Medicine and Surgery, Dental Hygiene, Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics, Paediatrics, and Infectious and Tropical Diseases at Vita-Salute San Raffaele University.
  • Postgraduate and Continuing Education - Lectured in pediatric dermatology continuing education courses at the University of Parma and in second-level specialisation and master’s programmes at the University of Rome Tor Vergata from 2013 to 2015.
  • Clinical Research - Principal investigator and scientific director of multicentre clinical trials and observational studies.
  • Dermatology Research Collaboration - Participates in specialist research groups studying vitiligo treatments, laser techniques, and psoriasis.

Memberships (3)

  • Supreme Council of Health, Italy - Expert in dermatology since 2011, as stated in the biography.
  • Association of Dermatologists of Magna Graecia - Head and member of the Board of Directors of its Lombardy regional division.
  • Milan Society of Aesthetic Medicine - Member of the Scientific Committee.

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FAQ's Related to Dermatologist

A dermatologist is a medical specialist who diagnoses and manages conditions affecting the skin, hair, and nails. Depending on their training and practice, dermatologists may also assess certain sexually transmitted infections and other venereological conditions.

Ablative lasers remove or vaporise targeted layers of skin, while non-ablative lasers aim to affect deeper skin structures with less direct removal of the surface. The choice depends on the condition being treated, the patient's skin type, the expected result, and the potential risks and recovery time.

Consider seeing a dermatologist for a persistent or worsening rash, unexplained changes in skin colour, a changing mole, recurring itching, unusual blisters, a non-healing sore, or skin symptoms that do not improve with usual care. Seek prompt medical assessment for rapidly changing lesions, signs of a serious infection, or other concerning symptoms.

No. Laser therapy is appropriate only for selected conditions. Many skin diseases are better managed with topical or oral medicines, phototherapy, surgery, or other treatments. A dermatologist can assess whether laser treatment is suitable and explain alternatives, expected outcomes, and possible side effects.

Bring previous dermatology reports, biopsy results if available, a list of current and recent medicines, information about allergies, details of previous treatments, and any relevant photographs showing how the skin condition has changed. This information can help the dermatologist understand your history and plan the next steps.

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