Clinical and intensive cardiology

Dr Francesco Starnazzi Medical Doctor Cardiologist

Dr Francesco Starnazzi works in clinical and intensive cardiology, basic and advanced echocardiography and cardiovascular prevention, with a human approach rooted in continuous scientific development.

  • Specialist in Cardiovascular Diseases Training across Florence, Padua and L'Aquila
  • Hospital Medical Officer ASL Toscana Sud Est since 1 September 2025
  • Patient-centred approach Listening, clarity and multidisciplinary collaboration
Portrait of Dr Francesco Starnazzi, cardiologist
Hospital location Santa Maria alla Gruccia Hospital

Montevarchi, Arezzo

Professional profile

Who I am and what I do:

I am Dr Francesco Starnazzi, a medical doctor specialised in cardiovascular diseases. My work focuses on clinical and intensive cardiology, basic and advanced echocardiography and the management of cardiovascular patients, with attention to diagnostic quality and therapeutic precision.

During my specialist training I developed a strong focus on critically ill patients in intensive cardiac care, gaining experience in advanced haemodynamic support. Today I bring that method to daily practice through clarity, precision and closeness to the patient.

Clinical cardiology

Comprehensive cardiology assessment, prevention and evaluation of the main cardiovascular conditions.

Intensive cardiology

Experience in critical patient management and intensive cardiac care pathways.

Echocardiography

Skills in basic and advanced echocardiography to support diagnosis and long-term follow-up.

Continuous development

Regular participation in courses, congresses, scientific abstracts and multidisciplinary exchange.

Journey

My professional curriculum:

2012

Graduated from F. Redi Scientific High School in Arezzo with a score of 95/100.

2019

Medical degree from the University of Florence with highest honours.

2020

Registered with the Medical Association of the province of Arezzo.

2024

Second-level Master's degree in Intensive Cardiac Care from the University of Padua.

2025

Specialisation in Cardiovascular Diseases at the University of L'Aquila with highest honours.

2025

Since 1 September 2025 working as Cardiologist and Hospital Medical Officer at ASL Toscana Sud Est.

Additional certifications:

BLSD and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association; member of SIC and ANMCO.

Where I work

I carry out my professional activity at:

Hospital location

Santa Maria alla Gruccia Hospital

Piazza del Volontariato, 2, 52025 Montevarchi (AR), Italy

Cardiology department, third floor of the Valdarno hospital.

The hospital is easy to reach by car and is a key referral point for cardiology services in the Valdarno area.

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