Orthopedic Surgeon
Prof. Fernando
Colao
Professor at European University of Rome · Specialist in Joint Replacement and Regenerative Medicine
- 30+Years of practice
- 100+Major joint replacements / year
- 300+Minor procedures / year
- 2010Florence Award, Palazzo Vecchio
- Physician and professor at the European University of Rome (UER), with proven experience and prestigious academic activity.
Specialisations
Prof. Colao's professional areas.
Joint Replacement
Specialised in lower limb joint replacement, capsulo-ligamentous and cartilage pathologies, with stem cell applications.
Read more →Orthopedic Surgery
Specialist in shoulder, foot, knee, elbow, hand, hip and spine pathologies, with mini-invasive and reconstructive techniques.
Read more →Traumatology
Acute musculoskeletal trauma: road accidents, sports injuries and complex fractures.
Read more →University Lecturer
Three decades of academic work across Florence, Chieti, Lyon, Geneva and European University of Rome.
Read more →Medical-Legal Consultant
Professional liability, road and private accident assessment, service injuries for civil and military personnel.
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Since I was a boy I have always believed that a day can end in two ways: with profound satisfaction and the sense of well-earned tiredness, or with a sense of idle routine and the absence of concrete results.
Clinical areas
Three decades of orthopedic surgery.
Joint replacement
Hip, knee, shoulder, elbow, ankle. Mini-invasive and reconstructive techniques.
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Complex fractures, joint injuries, orthopedic emergencies.
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Stem cells, growth factors, biological therapies.
DiscoverStem Cells and Regenerative Medicine
Autologous mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of degenerative osteo-articular pathologies.
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Patient journey
Five steps to full recovery.
- 01
First visit
Medical history and clinical records
- 02
Diagnostics and planning
MRI, CT scan, musculoskeletal ultrasound
- 03
Therapeutic proposal
Conservative, regenerative or surgical
- 04
Treatment
Outpatient, day hospital or surgery
- 05
Recovery and follow-up
Physiotherapy and scheduled check-ups
Scientific award
Scaglietti—Dini
A scientific recognition promoted by the Municipality of Pietrasanta on the initiative of Prof. Fernando Colao, dedicated to Oscar Scaglietti and Piero Dini, masters of the Florentine orthopedic school. The Award supports young physicians in clinical and orthopedic research.
On TV and in the media
Media & Recent Events
Rai 118 April 2026
Buongiorno Benessere
Prof. Colao on Buongiorno Benessere on Rai 1.
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Rai Radio 24 April 2026
Radio2 in forma
Radio conversation with Prof. Colao on prevention, orthopedics and well-being.
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Rai 33 March 2026
Verso l'immortalità · Le cellule staminali
Documentary broadcast on 3 March 2026 on Rai 3, dedicated to regenerative medicine and the potential of stem cells in treating neurodegenerative, respiratory, and orthopaedic diseases. Hosted and narrated throughout by Dr. Gemma Colao, psychologist and Director of Psychology Services at Villa Torri Hospital (GVM). Prof. Fernando Colao among the key contributors to this scientific account.
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A career
From the Florentine school to the lecture halls of European University of Rome.
1990
Medical degree
University of Florence, highest honours
1995
Specialization
Orthopedics and Traumatology, University of Florence
1995–2010
CTO Florence
Pupil of Prof. Piero Dini and Prof. Gabriele Stringa
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International training
Viladot in Barcelona, Bousquet in Marseille, Memorial for Special Surgery in New York
2010
Florence Award
Recognition for orthopedic surgery, Palazzo Vecchio
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UER teaching and Scaglietti–Dini Award
Lecturer in Human Physiology, President of the Award Scientific Committee
Where to book a visit
Four practices across Florence, Tuscany and Rome.
- Firenze
- Scandicci
- Pietrasanta
- Roma
