Davide Cattano

Davide Cattano is a Professor at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), holding multiple academic appointments including Adjunct Professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology and School of Dentistry. He serves as Medical Director of the Anesthesia Clinic and Service Chief of Head and Neck Anesthesia at Memorial Hermann - TMC, with additional affiliation as Adjunct Faculty in the AA MS Program at Case Western Reserve University.

Dr. Cattano's educational background includes:

• Doctor of Medicine from Faculty of Medicine and Surgery Universita Campus Bio Medico of Rome (1993-1999)
• Anesthesiology, Pain and Intensive Care Residency from University of Pisa (1999-2003)
• Doctor of Philosophy from University of Pisa-Department of Human Morphology and Applied Biology School of Medicine (2004-2006)

His research focuses on practical applications in clinical anesthesia with particular expertise in airway management, coagulation monitoring, and pain management. Dr. Cattano has led numerous research projects investigating preoperative assessment protocols, anticoagulation effects, and surgical planning optimization, with consistent emphasis on improving patient safety through evidence-based approaches.

His publication record demonstrates strong clinical relevance with recent work examining airway dimensions, preoperative assessment methodologies, and alternative pain management approaches following sinus surgery. The research shows a clear pattern of addressing practical challenges in anesthesia practice through rigorous investigation and protocol development.

Dr. Cattano has received research funding for multiple significant projects including:

• Safety Implications of Patients Receiving Preoperative Antiplatelet Therapy
• Functional Fibrinogen In Pediatric Patients Undergoing Cardiopulmonary Bypass
• Effect of Dabigatran on Coagulation as measured by Thromboelastography
• Comparative effectiveness of video laryngoscopy in predicted difficult airways
• Effectiveness of IV Acetaminophen in reducing postoperative opiate use

As Medical Director of the Anesthesia Clinic and Service Chief for Head and Neck Anesthesia, Dr. Cattano bridges academic research with clinical leadership, implementing evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes in specialized anesthesia services.