Cino Bendinelli

Dr. Cino Bendinelli is a Conjoint Associate Professor at the University of Newcastle's School of Medicine and Public Health and a double-certified General Surgeon specializing in trauma and endocrine surgery at John Hunter Hospital. He obtained his Medical Degree with honours from the University of Pisa, Italy, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. Dr. Bendinelli serves as coordinator and lecturer of the Torso Trauma module in the Master of Traumatology program at the University of Newcastle.

Dr. Bendinelli's educational background includes a Doctor of Philosophy from the University of Newcastle, a Bachelor of Medicine from the University of Pisa, and a Post Graduate Diploma in General Surgery from the University of Pisa. His primary research interests focus on trauma management, surgical outcomes, and thyroid/parathyroid diseases. As a surgeon-scientist, he maintains an active clinical practice while leading multiple research initiatives.

His research portfolio demonstrates significant expertise across several domains of surgical science. Current projects include leadership of the COOL trial (Closed Or Open after Laparotomy for severe complicated intra-abdominal sepsis), investigation of rib fracture fixation outcomes, and principal investigator roles for studies examining thyroid surgery techniques and post-thyroidectomy hypoparathyroidism prevention. His publication record shows consistent contributions to high-impact surgical journals with particular emphasis on trauma surgery, endocrine procedures, and evidence-based guidelines.

Dr. Bendinelli has published extensively with 93 journal articles, 8 conference presentations, and 5 book chapters to his credit. His work frequently appears in leading surgical journals including World Journal of Emergency Surgery and ANZ Journal of Surgery. His research demonstrates a clear progression from foundational work in trauma management to more specialized investigations in thyroid and parathyroid surgery outcomes.

As an educator, Dr. Bendinelli plays a vital role in the Master of Traumatology program and contributes to surgical training through his clinical work at John Hunter Hospital. His international collaborations, particularly with the World Society of Emergency Surgery, demonstrate his standing within the global surgical community. His research interests span trauma systems, surgical techniques, and endocrine surgery outcomes with particular emphasis on evidence-based approaches to complex surgical problems.

Dr. Bendinelli maintains active involvement in multiple clinical trials and research collaborations, with particular emphasis on improving outcomes in trauma patients and those undergoing endocrine procedures. His work bridges clinical practice and academic research, contributing significantly to evidence-based surgical care in Australia and internationally.