Lorenzo Ridola

Lorenzo Ridola is an Associate Professor at the Department of Medical-Surgical Sciences and Biotechnologies, affiliated with the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry at Sapienza University of Rome. He specializes in translational research on chronic liver diseases, cirrhosis, and gastrointestinal pathologies, with a focus on hepatic encephalopathy, portal hypertension, and cancer screening.

• MD and PhD in Experimental and Clinical Hepatology (2009-2012)
• Specialization in Gastroenterology (2005-2009)
• National Scientific Qualification in Gastroenterology (2018)

His research explores the gut-liver-muscle-brain axis, emphasizing pathogenesis, diagnostics, and treatment of hepatic encephalopathy, nutritional derangements, and endoscopic therapies. He participates in randomized clinical trials and collaborates internationally with institutions in Denmark and the USA.

Recent publications (2023-2025) include studies on TIPS outcomes, albumin therapy, and Covid-19 thrombosis, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to liver and gastrointestinal diseases. Awards include the National Scientific Qualification in Gastroenterology.

• Teaches Clinical Medical Scientific Methodology and Integrated Medical-Surgical Pathology at Sapienza University
• Member of ethics committees and therapeutic commissions