Orthopedist and Traumatologist – Specialist in Hip and Knee Surgery and Traumatology
“I always knew what I wanted to be when I grew up…”
A passion for medicine has accompanied Dr. Franceschini since he was very young. This is how he chose to become an orthopedist, determinedly pursuing his passion.
This dedication to medicine and orthopedics has been with Dr. Franceschini since his adolescence, as he followed in the footsteps of his father, who was also an orthopedist. It is a vocation that he has transformed into a career of excellence, characterized by dedication, continuous updating, and a drive for innovation.
After graduating with honors in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Milan, he went on to specialize with honors in Orthopedics and Traumatology at the same university. He then perfected his training at some of the world’s leading centers:
- Endoklinik in Hamburg (an international benchmark for prosthetic surgery and periprosthetic infections)
- Hospital for Special Surgery in New York
- Mayo Clinic in Rochester (Minnesota)
These international experiences not only elevated his technical and scientific expertise but also created a network of professional relationships with top global experts, with whom he still collaborates today on clinical studies and research projects.
Currently, Dr. Franceschini holds the position of Director of the Complex Operational Unit “Orthopedics and Traumatology I” at the “Gaetano Pini” Orthopedic Institute in Milan, one of the oldest and most prestigious orthopedic centers in Europe. He also practices privately at the Orthopedic Rehabilitation Center.
Achievements and International Recognition
In 2018, he was awarded the title of “Honorary Professor” by the Faculty of Medicine at the Universidad CLAEH in Montevideo (Uruguay) in recognition of his contribution to the field of Orthopedics and Traumatology.
In 2013 and 2018, he participated as an Italian delegate in the “Consensus Meetings on PJI” held in Philadelphia, which led to the publication of global guidelines for the diagnosis, prophylaxis, and treatment of periprosthetic infections.
Since 2011, he has incorporated regenerative medicine into his practice for treating joint and muscle-tendon pathologies, achieving brilliant results, especially as an alternative to surgery when it cannot or should not be performed.
Always looking for innovation, he believes that a minimally invasive approach to surgery plays a fundamental role not only in faster post-operative recovery but also in optimizing long-term outcomes. He utilizes minimally invasive techniques in both prosthetic surgery and traumatology.
Currently, Dr. Franceschini also serves as the Head of the UOS (Simple Operational Unit) of Formative Surgical Activities at the “Gaetano Pini” Orthopedic Institute in Milan. Founded in 1874, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious orthopedic centers in Europe. He also carries out his private practice at the Orthopedic Rehabilitation Center.
Scientific Contributions and Awards
As an active lecturer and researcher, he regularly participates as a speaker or moderator at major national and international congresses on orthopedics and traumatology. He serves as a Tutor for Orthopedic Residents at the University of Milan and, as noted, was appointed Honorary Professor at the “Facultad de Medicina dell’Universidad CLAEH” in Montevideo (Uruguay) in 2018.
In 2013, 2018, and 2025, he represented Italy at the “Consensus Meetings on Periprosthetic Joint Infection” (Philadelphia and Istanbul), from which global guidelines for the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of periprosthetic infections were derived.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Franceschini primarily focuses on:
- Hip and knee prosthetic surgery (primary implants and complex revisions)
- Joint reconstruction and deformity correction (congenital and acquired)
- Extremity traumatology
Believing that every patient deserves a tailor-made treatment plan, he seamlessly integrates advanced technologies with a personalized approach. He uses minimally invasive techniques in both prosthetic surgery and traumatology, reducing recovery times and improving long-term outcomes.
Since 2011, he has integrated regenerative medicine (mesenchymal cells, growth factors, PRP) into his practice, achieving excellent results, particularly in young, active patients who wish to avoid or postpone surgical intervention.
