Who I am
Dr. Andrea Cocci
The choice to devote my professional life to urology and in particular to andrological and reconstructive surgery was a natural continuation of my undergraduate studies, I have always nurtured a deep passion for anatomy, the art of surgery and in general the diagnostic therapeutic process leading to patient recovery.
Oncologic and reconstructive urologic surgery
Cancer pathology, infertility, erectile dysfunction, penile disease, or simply prostate disorders irreparably afflict not only the individual but also the couple dimension. The concept of the physician leader, accustomed to dragging the patient through a therapeutic procedure, has amply demonstrated its failure, so I have full conviction that listening to the patient, carping about his or her needs, and assessing his or her expectations is the only way to establish a therapeutic program of success and satisfaction for both physician and patient.
Cancer pathology, infertility, erectile dysfunction, penile disease, or simply prostate disorders irreparably afflict not only the individual but also the couple dimension. The concept of the physician leader, accustomed to dragging the patient through a therapeutic procedure has amply demonstrated its failure, which is why I have full conviction that listening to the patient, carping about his or her needs, and assessing his or her expectations is the only way to establish a therapeutic program of success and satisfaction for both physician and patient.
Professional training
2022
Head andrological and reconstructive surgery at Department of Urology and Andrology Careggi Hospital Florence, Italy
2021
Level II master ‘s degree in andrologic and reconstructive surgery
2021
Researcher at University of Florence with qualification as Associate Professor in Urology
2018
Assistive activity at Careggi University Hospital Company, Department of Urology, Andrology. Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgeries.
2018
Andrological surgical activity at Pisa University Hospital Company in the Scope of the project of “surgical sex reassignment”
2016
Ph.D. in clinical sciences with thesis in “clinical Sex Reassignment in Gender Identity Disorder: From reconstructive surgery until recovery of sexual power”
2017
EASY-SIA course in andrologic ultrasonography
2017
SIA certification shock wave use for the treatment of erectile dysfunction and chronic prostate.
2017
Surgical Fellow – UCLH London Surgical Fellowship Program; mentored by Dr. David Ralph; honorary contact medical doctor at Highgate Private Hospital, Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth (London)
2016-2017
Licensed to practice as a medical surgeon in England (GMC)
2016
Surgical Fellow – Bristol Southmead Hospital Surgial Fellowship Program; mentored by Prof. Marcus Drake, Prof. Hashim Hashim, Prof. Paul Abrams
2015
Certification as a Urodynamist conferred by Bristol University
2015
National Academy in Surgical Andrology training course on uro-andrological surgery.
2013
SIUMB National Diploma of Competency in Clinical Ultrasound
2013
SIUMB National Diploma of Competency in Clinical Ultrasound
2012-2017
Residency in urology at AOU Careggi, department of urology, andrology, and robotic and minimally invasive surgery.
2012
Italian license to practice as a medical surgeon.
2004-2011
Degree in Medicine from the University of Florence with thesis in Robotic-assisted extraperitoneal laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP): Surgical Technique and Analysis of Short-Term Oncological and Fuctional Results
2010
IFMSA fellowship with surgical fellow at “Hospital Cevil” in Santiago, Chile (“Placement” Project)
2008-2009
Erasmus Scholarship Program: Málaga, Spain
Professional Experiences
2018-2022
“Uro-Facilities” committee coordination (Italian Urology Society).
2018-2022
“Hands-On Training” committee member (Italian Urology Society).
2016-2022
“Web Committee” Coordinator (Italian Andrology Society).
2018-2022
Councilor Order of Surgeons and Dentists of Florence
2018-2022
SIGM National Representative for International Mobility (Italian Secretariat of John Doctors).
2015-2017
Coordinator – “Young Ordinists Commission Florence,” OMCeO
2016-2022
Physician representative in surgical training at “School of Human Health” (University of Florence)
2016-2017
Reviewer “Commission of State Examination Qualifying Medical Surgeon”
2014
Coordinator and founder “Italian Urology Residency Academic Senate”
2011
Founder Local Headquarters SIGN (Segretariato Italiano Giovani Medici, the Italian Secretariat of Young Medical Doctors)
2000
First-Level Emergency Medical Technician training instructor
Teaching activities
2014
Resident Day during the National Congress of The Italian Society of Urology
2016
Sex and Medicine: WHAT’S NEW, WHAT’S IN (OMCeO Florence) – chairman and scientific member
2015
SIA – Campus 2015: Look and Lear. (26-28/6/2015) Trieste
2016
Male sexual dysfunction and robotic urologic surgery: the latest evidence. (05/3/2016) Pistoia.
2015
Resident Day during the National Congress of The Italian Society of Urology (2015)
2016
Resident Day during the National Congress of The Italian Society of Urodynamics (2016)
2016
National Congress of the Italian Society of Andrology (2016)
2016
Resident Day during the National Congress of The Italian Society of Urology (2016)
2016
National Congress of the New Italian Society of Urology (2016)
2016
Resident Day during the National Congress of SIUD (Italian Society of Urodynamics).
2016
OMCeO congress “sex and web” (2016)
2017
WTOeO congress “what’s new in Andrology” (2017)
2017
STING Course: peniS Therapy Infiltration INduratio collagerase (Florence 2017)
2017
Examiner University of Florence “Urology Examination” 4th year Medicine and Surgery
2017
Member of the European guidelines in andology and infertility “EAU Sexual and Reproductive Health Guidelines Panel”
2017
Organizer of the congress “ALL YOU CAN EAT: EUROPEAN ANDROLOGY TREANING” the largest Italian congress in andrology
2017
Tutor for sex change surgery “Warsaw Polyclinic”
2017
NASA course leader: National School of Andrology of the Italian Society of Andrology (SIA)
Books
I am excited to present my books, which are the fruit of my hard work and passion.
These books explore different aspects in depth and offer a wide range of useful information and knowledge. I am sure that these books will be of great interest and an important contribution to the understanding of certain topics.
I hope these books will be useful to all who are interested in this world and serve as a source of inspiration for further research and discovery.
- PROSTATIS, URETHRITIS, ORCHITIS AND EPIDIDYMITIS.
- Forty years of SIA
- Diagnostic approach to the patient: what to do in everyday clinical practice?
- Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Adults
- Peyronie's Disease: Pathophysiology and Treatment
My specializations
Specialist in urology and andrology, master’s degree in andrological surgery and genital reconstructive surgery, PhD in experimental urology
Prostatic Hypertrophy
Benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH or BPH benign prostatic hyperplasia) is also known as prostatic adenoma. This is a condition characterized by enlarged prostate gland volume. It is quite common and manifests mainly from the age of 40 years and older. It is related to the natural aging of the prostate gland, which changes its volume over time, enlarging and thickening due to hormonal changes. It is therefore a process related to normal and inevitable aging.
BPH occurs in 8% of men, develops from age 40 onward, and is prevalent over age 50. The pathology is increasing as age advances and peaks between 70 and 80 years of age. In this age group, BPH affects about 80 percent of the male population.
Curved penis
Progression of the disease can generate erectile dysfunction and inability to have intercourse.
Erectile dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is the recurrent and persistent inability to have a viable erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. Considering mild forms, it is estimated that 50% of men suffer from this condition, an incidence that increases with age.
Erectile dysfunction can affect men at any age and depends on a variety of causes: hormonal, vascular, neurogenic, and psychological.
Prostate cancer
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in the Italian male population.
The tumor originates from cells within the prostate, which begin to grow uncontrollably. This gland is very sensitive to the action of hormones, particularly testosterone, which influence its growth.
Despite the high incidence, the risk of the disease having an inauspicious outcome is low, especially if action is taken in time.
Urological pathologies
These conditions can be caused by infections, urinary flow problems, kidney stones, tumors, and other factors. Timely diagnosis and treatment of urological conditions are important for the patient’s overall health and well-being.
Urinary infections
Any infection of the urinary system (kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra, external genitalia).
Incontinence
Urine loss associated with urgency or effort, in "urgency" or "exertion", sometimes mixed.
Prostatitis
It manifests with symptoms similar to those of cystitis and pelvic pain, sometimes associated with fever.
BPH
It is a rather common pathology and affects people over the age of 40-50.
Prostate cancer
The risk that the disease will have an unfortunate outcome is low, especially if you intervene in time.
Penile cancer
Disease characterized by the presence of cancer cells on the skin or in the internal tissues of the penis.
Testicular cancer
It usually manifests as a hard lump or bump on the testicle.
Bladder cancer
Common between the ages of 60 and 70, and is three times more common in men than in women.
Andrological pathologies
Erectile dysfunction
It is the recurrent and persistent inability to have an erection to permit sexual intercourse.
Curved penis
The progression of the disease can lead to erectile dysfunction and the impossibility of intercourse.
Phimosis / short frenulum
The presence of phimosis or short frenulum generates discomfort during erections and sexual intercourse.
Hypospadias
Malformation in which the urinary orifice does not open at the normal top of the penis but at a lower point.
Sexual diseases
They are a real social emergency as they are constantly spreading and often difficult to manage.
Premature ejaculation
It is a very common disorder, so much so that 1 in 4 men suffer from it. Treatment is based on the use of oral and local therapy.
Infertility
About 35% of infertility cases have a male cause, including environmental conditions and an unhealthy lifestyle.
Hypogonadism
Low testosterone level can be the cause of secondary conditions. The diagnosis is based on a blood test.
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Florence | Matteotti Medical Group
Viale Giacomo Matteotti, 42
50132 – Florence (FI)
Telephone: 055 570224
Florence Castello | Villa Donatello
Via Attilio Ragionieri, 101
50019 – Sesto Fiorentino (FI)
Telephone: 055 50975
Prato | Studi Medici Life
Viale della Repubblica, 141
59100 – Prato (PO)
Telephone: 0574 583501
Milan | Columbus Clinic Center
Via Michelangelo Buonarroti, 48
20145 – Milan (MI)
Telephone: 02 480801
Dr. Andrea Cocci
urologist and andrologist
The decision to dedicate my professional life to urology and in particular to andrological and reconstructive surgery is the result of a deep passion for anatomy , the art of surgery and in general the diagnostic-therapeutic process which leads to the recovery of the patient. Oncological pathology, infertility, erectile dysfunction, penile diseases or simply prostate disorders irreparably afflict not only the individual but also the couple dimension.
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