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Dr. Filippo Familiari

Dr. Filippo Familiari

Orthopedic Surgeon ·
Catanzaro, Italy

8 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: English,Italian

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Specialises in:

Sports-related musculoskeletal injuriesKnee, shoulder, and elbow joint conditionsOrthopaedic trauma and fracturesLigament and cartilage injuriesOsteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases

About Dr. Filippo Familiari

  • Dr Filippo Francesco Familiari is an accomplished Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon and Associate Professor at Magna Graecia University and Renato Dulbecco University Hospital, Italy.
  • With extensive experience in clinical practice, academic leadership, and research, he has made significant contributions to the fields of orthopaedic surgery, sports medicine, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
  • He currently serves as Residency Program Director and Deputy Director of the Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery Unit at Magna Graecia University and Renato Dulbecco University Hospital.
  • Dr Familiari also leads academic programs as PhD Programme Coordinator in Musculoskeletal and Rehabilitation Sciences, and formerly as PhD Programme Coordinator in Physical Exercise and Sport Sciences, demonstrating his dedication to advancing orthopaedic education and research. Before his current academic appointments, he worked as an Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon at Villa del Sole Clinic in Catanzaro.
  • His global exposure includes prestigious international fellowships — as an ISAKOS Teaching Centre Scholar at The Steadman Clinic and Steadman Philippon Research Institute (USA), Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Fellow at Universitätsklinik Balgrist (Switzerland), and Clinical Intern and Research Fellow at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (USA).
  • Recognised for his excellence in teaching, research, and clinical expertise, Dr Familiari continues to contribute to the advancement of orthopaedic surgery, focusing on sports injuries, joint reconstruction, trauma care, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation.
  • His work reflects a strong commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and improving patient outcomes through evidence-based practice.

Conditions treated by Dr Filippo Familiari

  • Sports-related musculoskeletal injuries
  • Knee, shoulder, and elbow joint conditions
  • Orthopaedic trauma and fractures
  • Ligament and cartilage injuries
  • Osteoarthritis and degenerative joint diseases
  • Post-surgical musculoskeletal rehabilitation

Area of Interest

  • Arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the knee and shoulder
  • Meniscus and cartilage repair techniques
  • Orthopaedic trauma and sports injury management
  • Musculoskeletal biomechanics and rehabilitation
  • Translational research in joint preservation and regeneration

Qualification

  • Doctor of Medicine (110/110) – Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy (2004–2011)
  • Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon (70/70 cum laude) – Magna Graecia University, Catanzaro, Italy (2012–2017)
  • Qualified as Full Professor of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery – Italian Ministry for Universities and Research (MUR), 2023–2033
  • Advanced Course in Quality Organisation and Personnel Management in Public Health (CODISAN) – Magna Graecia University (2024)

Work Experiences

  • Dr. Filippo Francesco Familiari is an accomplished orthopaedic and trauma surgeon with extensive experience in clinical practice, academic leadership, and research.
  • He currently serves as Associate Professor of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery at Magna Graecia University and Renato Dulbecco University Hospital, where he also holds the positions of Residency Program Director and Deputy Director of the Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery Unit.
  • He is actively involved in academic development as the PhD Programme Coordinator in Musculoskeletal and Rehabilitation Sciences at Magna Graecia University and previously coordinated the PhD Programme in Physical Exercise and Sport Sciences.
  • Earlier in his career, he practised as an Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon at Villa del Sole Clinic in Catanzaro and completed prestigious international fellowships, including at The Steadman Clinic (USA), Universitätsklinik Balgrist (Switzerland), and Johns Hopkins University (USA).

Certifications (5)

  • ISAKOS Teaching Centre Scholar – The Steadman Clinic, USA
  • Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Fellow – Universitätsklinik Balgrist, Switzerland
  • Clinical Research Fellowship – Johns Hopkins University, USA
  • Qualified Full Professor of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery – MUR, Italy
  • Advanced Training Certificate – CODISAN (2024)

Memberships (15)

  • Società Italiana di Ortopedia e Traumatologia (SIOT)
  • Associazione Italiana degli Specializzandi in Ortopedia e Traumatologia (AISOT)
  • Società Polispecialistica Italiana dei Giovani Chirurghi (SPIGC)
  • Società Italiana del Ginocchio Artroscopia Sport Cartilagine Tecnologie Ortopediche (SIGASCOT)
  • European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy (ESSKA)
  • Federation of Orthopaedics Trainees in Europe (FORTE)
  • International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (SICOT)
  • International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS)
  • European Shoulder Associates (ESA) (Section of the European Society for Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy - ESSKA)
  • European School for Training in Orthopaedics (ESTRO)
  • Shoulder Club International (SCI)
  • Società Italiana di Artroscopia (SIA)
  • Società Italiana Artroscopia, Ginocchio, Arto Superiore, Sport, Cartilagine, Tecnologie Ortopediche (SIAGASCOT)
  • Società di Ortopedia e Traumatologia dell’Italia Meridionale ed Insulare (SOTIMI)
  • Italian Orthopaedic Research Society (IORS)

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FAQ's Related to Orthopedic Surgeon

Orthopaedic and trauma surgeons manage injuries and disorders of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and cartilage. Typical cases include fractures, ligament injuries, joint dislocations, sports injuries, and degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis.

Orthopaedic surgery focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions, while trauma surgery deals specifically with acute injuries caused by accidents or other emergencies. Many orthopaedic surgeons specialise in both areas.

Standard procedures include joint reconstruction, arthroscopy, ligament repair (e.g., ACL reconstruction), fracture fixation, meniscus and cartilage repair, shoulder and elbow surgery, and corrective surgeries for musculoskeletal deformities.

Minimally invasive techniques, such as arthroscopy, allow surgeons to treat joint problems using small incisions. This approach reduces recovery time, minimises scarring, and decreases the risk of complications.

Rehabilitation includes physiotherapy, targeted exercises, and sometimes orthotic support to restore mobility, strength, and function. Recovery plans are personalised based on the type of surgery and the patient's needs.

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