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Dr. Alfonso Scarpa is an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology at the University of Salerno, Italy, and a leading specialist in phonosurgery and gender-affirming voice surgery.
He completed his medical degree and ENT residency at the University of Naples, followed by a clinical fellowship at the University Hospital of Modena, where he refined his expertise across the full spectrum of otolaryngologic surgery.
His focus on laryngeal procedures has been enriched by advanced training in cadaver dissection, surgical workshops, and international courses in phonosurgery and transgender voice care.
He has developed substantial experience in the surgical management of transgender voice dysphoria, routinely performing Wendler glottoplasty and other procedures for both voice feminization and masculinization.
His clinical practice is strongly multidisciplinary, involving close collaboration with speech-language pathologists and endocrinologists to provide comprehensive care for gender-diverse patients.
His research activity spans the entire field of otolaryngology, with a particular interest in otology, laryngeal surgery, and head and neck disorders. He has authored numerous scientific articles and recently published a paper on Wendler glottoplasty.
He frequently lectures at national and international conferences, and participates in advanced training events on phonosurgical and gender-affirming techniques.
The Italian Ministry of Health officially lists him as a certified surgeon for glottoplasty procedures.

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