We’re honored to begin the fourth day of ESAO 2025 with a plenary lecture by Dr. Cristiano Amarelli, a leading expert in cardiac surgery and mechanical circulatory support. With a medical degree from the Second University of Naples and specialized training in aortic and transplant surgery, Dr. Amarelli brings a wealth of clinical and academic experience to the forefront of cardiovascular innovation. Join us from 8:30 to 9:15 AM CEST as Dr. Amarelli shares his vision for the future of organ replacement therapy, highlighting the transformative potential of ex-situ organ perfusion and the next wave in myocardial preservation. Prepare for a session that blends surgical precision with bold innovation!
Biography
Cristiano Amarelli graduated in 1998 as a medical doctor at the Second University of Naples. In 2003, he graduated as a cardiac surgeon. After finishing his residency in cardiac surgery, he completed his training focused on aortic valve surgery, aortic surgery, and Transplantation and MCS, which gradually became his main interest. Currently, he is a Staff Surgeon at the Monaldi Hospital, Azienda Ospedaliera dei Colli, and Adjunct Professor at the Vanvitelli Faculty of Medicine for the residency course in Cardiac Surgery on the Mechanical Circulatory Support. His areas of interest and publication are Myocardial Preservation, clinical implementation of LVADs in the local program, and donor allocation in Heart Transplant. During the last 10 years, he worked within the ESOT to develop a European network for Cardiothoracic transplant professionals (ECTTA), which is serving as chair and with the ASAIO becoming editor of the Journal and Board of Trustees. He is an active reviewer and editor for many Journals and Meetings in the field. He advocates the upcoming revolution of myocardial preservation and ex-situ organ perfusion as a potential game-changer for organ replacement therapies.