01
Theory module
Lectures and live remote procedures, with a multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment.
375 hoursSecond-level University Master's programme · A.Y. 2026/27
Advanced Biliopancreatic
Diagnostic & Therapeutic Endoscopy
Advanced clinical education and practical training in endoscopic ultrasound and ERCP.
Applications open 22 September–16 November 2026Places available: 8
01 / The Master's
From understanding
to technical mastery.
A one-year programme designed to develop a robust, up-to-date diagnostic and therapeutic approach to benign and malignant biliopancreatic diseases.
The programme integrates anatomy, imaging, clinical indications and operative methods for pancreatic and biliary endoscopic ultrasound, including focal lesion sampling.
Clinical activity allows participants to observe and, where appropriate, perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under qualified supervision.
02 / The programme
Theory, observation,
clinical practice.
02
Observation module
Small groups in the endoscopy suite, real-time procedures and practical exercises on artificial models.
475 hours03
Practical module
Supervised hands-on endoscopic activity tailored to each participant's individual abilities.
400 hoursJan–FebTheory and live procedures
MarchObservation and simulation
Apr–JunHands-on activity
SummerTeaching break
Sep–NovHands-on activity
03 / Skills
A specialist profile
with intensive clinical training.
- 01
Imaging and indicationsSelect appropriate radiological techniques and define indications for endoscopic ultrasound and ERCP.
- 02
Operative techniquesDevelop expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic ultrasound, EUS-guided drainage and ERCP.
- 03
Clinical managementManage patients before and after procedures, including follow-up and adverse events.
- 04
Multidisciplinary decisionsIntegrate gastroenterological, surgical, oncological and radiological perspectives.
04 / Faculty
Expertise across specialties
Expertise becomes
collaboration.
A multidisciplinary faculty from Policlinico San Matteo, joined by experts from leading Italian clinical centres.
Internal experts
Policlinico San Matteo
Endoscopy 6
Prof Andrea Anderloni
Director · Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit
Dr Aurelio Mauro
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit
Dr Stefano Mazza
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit
Dr Marco Bardone
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit
Dr Francesca Torello Viera
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit
Dr Letizia Veronese
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit
Surgery 4
Prof Lorenzo Cobianchi
General Surgery Unit 1
Prof Luca Ansaloni
Director · General Surgery Unit 1
Prof Andrea Pietrabissa
Director · General Surgery Unit 2
Prof Andrea Peri
General Surgery Unit 2
Dr Luigi Pugliese
General Surgery Unit 2
Anaesthesia and intensive care 3
Prof Alessandro Locatelli
Anaesthesia and Post-surgical Intensive Care Unit
Prof Mauro Panigada
Director · General Intensive Care Unit
Dr Raffaella Picchioni
Anaesthesia and Post-surgical Intensive Care Unit
Oncology 2
Prof Paolo Pedrazzoli
Director · Oncology Unit 1
Dr Anna Pagani
Oncology Unit 1
Radiology 2
Prof Lorenzo Preda
Director · Diagnostic Imaging Unit 1
Dr Anna Gallotti
Diagnostic Imaging Unit 1
Interventional radiology 2
Dr Pietro Quaretti
Acting Director · Diagnostic Imaging Unit 4
Dr Riccardo Corti
Interventional Radiology
Dietetics 1
Prof Riccardo Caccialanza
Director · Clinical Dietetics and Nutrition Unit
Pathology 1
Prof Alessandro Vanoli
Pathology Unit
Infectious diseases 1
Prof Raffaele Bruno
Director · Infectious Diseases Unit 1
External experts
Leading Italian centres
Prof Carlo Fabbri
Director · Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Forlì-Cesena, AUSL Romagna
Dr Cecilia Binda
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy Unit, Forlì-Cesena, AUSL Romagna
Dr Ilaria Tarantino
Digestive Endoscopy and Gastroenterology-Hepatology, IRCCS ISMETT-UPMC, Palermo
Dr Marco Spadaccini
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (Milan)
Dr Silvia Carrara
Gastroenterology and Digestive Endoscopy, IRCCS Humanitas Research Hospital, Rozzano (Milan)
Admissions
A programme designed
for specialists.
A degree in Medicine and Surgery, professional registration and licence to practise, and specialisation in Gastroenterology, General Surgery or Internal Medicine are required. Candidates must be able to perform basic digestive endoscopy independently.
Download the official call for applications ↓Tuition fee
€9,500
€5,700upon enrolment
€3,800by 31 May 2027
Scholarships funded by external organisations may become available, subject to final agreements.
Applications open on 22 September 2026