Prof. Ettore Dinoto | Vascular Surgery | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Ettore Dinoto is an accomplished vascular surgeon and clinical researcher at the Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria Policlinico Paolo Giaccone in Palermo, Italy, recognized for his extensive contributions to endovascular therapy and vascular medicine. With 50 scientific publications, over 400 citations, and an h-index of 12, he has established a strong academic and clinical reputation within the global vascular research community. His work spans critical domains including aortic and peripheral vascular disease management, minimally invasive interventions, emergency and elective endovascular procedures, and advanced access techniques. Prof. Dinoto’s recent research includes mid-term outcomes of internal carotid artery dissection treatment, minimally invasive management of chronic venous insufficiency in complex patients, optimization of femoral access strategies in emergency EVAR, and early experience with drug-eluting balloon–assisted angioplasty for arteriovenous fistula maturation. He also contributes to multicenter registries, such as outcome analyses of unibody stent-graft systems in spontaneous infrarenal acute aortic syndromes, underscoring his commitment to collaborative, evidence-driven clinical inquiry. His extensive network of international co-authors reflects both the interdisciplinary relevance and widespread engagement of his work. Through high-impact publications and open-access contributions, Prof. Dinoto advances clinical practice by promoting safer, more effective, and innovative solutions to complex vascular challenges. His research continues to shape contemporary vascular surgery, improving patient outcomes and contributing to the global development of minimally invasive vascular care.