Overview
Dr. Raffaele Rocco is a cardiothoracic surgeon at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, specializing in both general and thoracic surgery. He completed his medical education at Università Campus Bio-Medico in Rome, Italy, graduating in 2015. Following medical school, Dr. Rocco underwent five years of general surgery training at Mayo Clinic, where he was board-certified and served as Chief Resident. He received the Chief Resident Teacher of the Year Award in 2022, recognizing his excellence in teaching . Dr. Rocco then pursued a thoracic surgery residency at Mayo Clinic, completing the program in 2024 .
His clinical expertise encompasses the management of both benign and malignant thoracic diseases, with a particular focus on robotic and uniportal surgical approaches.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Rocco is an active researcher and educator. He has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, contributing to advancements in thoracic surgery. His commitment to education was further acknowledged when he received the 2023 O.T. Clagett Travel Award, which supports study and skill development in cardiothoracic surgery .
His top areas of expertise are Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, Lung Nodules, Lung Cancer, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 30 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
8631 W 3rd St Ste 240E Office, Los Angeles, CA 90048
Clinical Research
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Areas of Expertise
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- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Rocco isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
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- Lung NodulesDr. Rocco isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
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