Riccardo Minola is a medical doctor and surgeon specializing in orthopedics, recognized for his integrated approach to the treatment of joint disorders, with particular focus on the shoulder and knee.
He carries out his clinical practice at the Istituto Auxologico Italiano, where he works in the Orthopedics Unit, and has gained extensive experience in leading Italian centers of excellence in orthopedic surgery. His approach is distinguished by a comprehensive view of the patient, combining accurate diagnosis, regenerative medicine, and surgery, with the goal of promoting not only joint healing but the patient’s full recovery.
Education & Credentials
- Degree in Medicine and Surgery with honors – University of Pavia
- Specialization with honors in Orthopedic Surgery – University of Milan
- Specialization with honors in Forensic Medicine – University of Milan
Professional Experience & Contributions
- Clinical and surgical activity in orthopedics, with a particular focus on arthroscopic, reconstructive, and prosthetic surgery
- Extensive experience in leadership roles at major healthcare institutions, including Istituto Clinico Humanitas, Policlinico di Monza, and Istituto Clinico Sant’Ambrogio
- Development and promotion of a progressive therapeutic approach integrating regenerative medicine, reparative surgery, and prosthetic surgery
- Research and international training activities, including experience at the University of Pittsburgh in biomechanics applied to surgery
- Organization and leadership of courses and conferences dedicated to orthopedic and arthroscopic surgery
Areas of Expertise
- Orthopedic surgery
- Arthroscopic surgery
- Prosthetic and reconstructive surgery
- Regenerative medicine
- Shoulder and knee disorders
Awards & Honors
- Winner of the European “Aldo Arienti” award for shoulder arthroscopic surgery
- Recognitions for scientific and educational contributions in orthopedics
Leadership & Affiliations
- Past President of the Italian Society of Arthroscopy
- Member of SIOT (Italian Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology)
- Member of SICSeG (Italian Society of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery)
- Member of European scientific societies focused on shoulder and knee research
- Medical Advisor for Yamaha Motor Racing
Publications & Media
- Author and co-author of scientific papers and editorial contributions in orthopedic surgery, including the manual “Surgical Techniques of the Shoulder”
- Actively involved in outreach and educational content, promoting awareness of prevention, rehabilitation, and musculoskeletal well-being
