Dr. Veronica Gagliardi, Università degli studi di Padova, Italy
Dr. Veronica Gagliardi is an Italian Medical Doctor specializing in Anaesthesiology, Resuscitation, Intensive Care, and Pain Therapy. Born on August 22, 1996, in Spinea (VE), she is currently undergoing advanced clinical training at the University of Padua, where she has also undertaken a Level II Master in multimodal cardiac imaging. She combines academic excellence with frontline clinical experience in major regional hospitals, including Ospedale dell’Angelo in Mestre and Policlinico Universitario di Padova. Her work focuses on intensive care medicine, advanced echocardiography, and non-invasive ventilation strategies. Dr. Gagliardi is widely published, with a strong record in critical care, pain therapy, and ultrasound techniques. Her proactive involvement in clinical research and innovative therapies, including ECMO and auricular acupuncture, reflects a strong commitment to scientific advancement in patient care. She is a promising researcher and clinician, striving to integrate cutting-edge evidence with compassionate care.
Publication Profile:
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✅ Strengths for the Award:
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Extensive Research Portfolio:
Dr. Gagliardi has authored and co-authored over 10 peer-reviewed publications across respected international journals (Life, Medicina, Critical Care, Cureus, EJTM, Arch Clin Biomed Res), covering high-impact areas like ECMO, microcirculation, pain therapy, and non-invasive ventilation.
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Clinical-Research Integration:
Her ability to bridge clinical practice and research is a standout quality. From ECMO and PEEP titration in COVID-19 to auricular electroacupuncture and ultrasound-guided pain procedures, she applies science directly to bedside care.
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Strong Academic Record:
With a Medical Degree cum laude (110/110) and advanced training at the University of Padua, she demonstrates academic excellence, now furthered by a Level II Master in echocardiographic imaging.
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Leadership and Collaboration:
She has actively participated in multi-center projects and international symposia, indicating both team leadership and scientific communication skills.
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Innovation and Versatility:
Her research includes novel and multidisciplinary approaches—like capsaicin patch use for neuropathic pain and auricular diagnostics in oncology contexts.
⚙️ Areas for Improvement:
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Recognition and Awards:
While her work is highly impactful, Dr. Gagliardi may benefit from more formal recognition, such as national/international fellowships, grants, or young investigator awards.
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Independent Research Funding:
Securing her own research grants in the near future would further strengthen her research independence and global visibility.
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Broader Dissemination:
Increasing her presence through conference presentations, keynote talks, or editorial roles would amplify the visibility of her work and boost her academic footprint.
🎓 Education:
Dr. Veronica Gagliardi earned her Master’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery with 110/110 with Honours from the University of Padua, completing an experimental thesis under Prof. Paolo Navalesi on respiratory failure in COVID-19 patients. Since November 2021, she has been enrolled in a five-year residency program in Anaesthesiology, Resuscitation, Intensive Care, and Pain Therapy at the same institution, with rotations in several prominent hospitals. Starting November 2024, she will also undertake a Level II Master (ESTAV) in stress echocardiography, advanced transesophageal, and multimodal cardiac imaging, focusing on perioperative and interventional cardiac ultrasound techniques. Her education reflects not only clinical rigor but also a keen interest in research and innovation, particularly in areas like non-invasive ventilation, ultrasound diagnostics, and pain modulation. Her academic background is complemented by strong scientific output and peer-reviewed contributions in high-impact journals.
💼 Professional Experience:
Dr. Gagliardi has held the role of Medical Doctor specializing in Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care at Ospedale dell’Angelo in Mestre, starting in January 2025. Initially assigned to general anaesthesiology (UOS), she has since progressed to the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (UOS) from May 2025. Her residency training from November 2021 to January 2025 included rotations in premier institutions such as Policlinico Universitario di Padova, Ospedale S. Antonio, Ospedale Ca’ Foncello, and Ospedale SS Giovanni e Paolo, gaining experience in critical care, pain therapy, perioperative medicine, and emergency interventions. Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated clinical versatility, excelling in high-pressure ICU settings. She combines clinical competence with advanced procedural skills, including echocardiography and ultrasound-guided regional blocks. This diverse clinical exposure underpins her contribution to complex case management and patient-centered care.
🏅 Awards and Honors:
Dr. Veronica Gagliardi has not been explicitly listed with specific awards, but her academic and research profile clearly reflects recognition-worthy achievements. She graduated with honors (110/110 cum laude) in Medicine, which stands as an early testament to her dedication and excellence. Her first-author publications in indexed journals, such as Life, Medicina, Critical Care, and EJTM, highlight her as a leading contributor to translational and clinical research in anesthesiology and critical care. Her participation in international symposiums, including the 40th International Symposium on Intensive Care & Emergency Medicine, and collaborations with established experts like Prof. Navalesi, further underscore her growing reputation. While formal honors such as Best Researcher Awards are yet to be listed, her CV is aligned with the standards of excellence and would merit such recognition in academic and clinical research circles.
🔬 Research Focus:
Dr. Gagliardi’s research is deeply rooted in critical care medicine, with a strong emphasis on microcirculation, non-invasive ventilation, pain management, and echocardiographic imaging. Her work spans experimental and clinical domains—from animal models exploring systemic morphine’s anti-inflammatory effects, to human studies on ECMO efficiency and caudal epidural injections. She has delved into innovative diagnostics like diaphragm ultrasound for predicting extubation outcomes, and non-conventional therapies such as auricular electro-acupuncture for microcirculatory modulation. Her research extends into the perioperative and post-operative use of non-invasive respiratory support, and stress echocardiography, bridging imaging and intensive care management. She actively collaborates on multi-center reviews and pilot studies, showing both independence and teamwork. Dr. Gagliardi’s research consistently aims at improving patient outcomes through evidence-based and minimally invasive approaches, contributing significantly to the evolving landscape of modern anaesthesia and critical care.
📚 Publications Top Notes:
📄 The Effects of Levosimendan on Microcirculation and Peripheral Perfusion in Septic Shock: A Pilot Study
📄 Recirculation in Veno-Venous Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation
📄 A Possible Correlation Between Auricular Angiomas and Breast Cancer Through Auricular Acupuncture Diagnosis: An Observational Case-Control Study
📄 Ultrasound-guided caudal epidural injection to treat symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis: a retrospective study
📄 Effects of noninvasive respiratory support in post-operative patients: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
📄 Systemic Morphine but Not Local Administration Shows Preventive Anti-Inflammatory Effect in a Rat Model of Capsaicin-Induced Paw Edema
📄 Effect of Low- and High-Frequency Auricular Stimulation with Electro-Acupuncture on Cutaneous Microcirculation: A Cross-Over Study in Healthy Subjects
📄 Diaphragm Ultrasound: A Valuable Predictor of the Outcome of Extubation. An Observational Pilot Study in Covid-19 Related ARDS
📄 Persistent neuropathic pain treated with Capsaicin patches: a novel promising approach
📄 P101 Execution of percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy using the standard laryngeal mask airway for ventilation: a prospective survey study
📄 Positive end-expiratory pressure titration in COVID-19 acute respiratory failure: electrical impedance tomography vs. PEEP/FiO2 tables
🧾 Conclusion:
Dr. Veronica Gagliardi is an exceptional emerging researcher who combines clinical acumen with a robust scientific mindset. Her research is innovative, clinically relevant, and methodologically sound, spanning critical areas like sepsis management, ECMO, echocardiography, and noninvasive ventilation strategies.