Amerigo Iaconelli

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Amerigo Iaconelli is a leading figure in bariatric and metabolic endoscopy, with a primary focus on developing and validating minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for obesity treatment. His major contribution centers on the advancement of endoscopic sleeve gastroplasty (ESG), a non-surgical procedure that reduces stomach volume to promote weight loss. Iaconelli’s work on the “Automatic endoscopic gastroplasty for the treatment of obesity” (2024, 11 citations) demonstrates his commitment to refining ESG through automation, enhancing reproducibility and safety in multicenter settings. This prospective study, accompanied by a video guide, underscores his role in translating complex endoscopic interventions into standardized clinical practice. Beyond this, his research has shaped guidelines for metabolic endoscopy, influencing how obesity—a global epidemic—is managed. With a career marked by high-impact publications and collaborations across European centers, Iaconelli’s work has garnered significant attention, earning him recognition as a pioneer in endoscopic bariatric therapies. His achievements include contributions to training programs and device innovation, making him a key resource for researchers and clinicians seeking evidence-based, less invasive alternatives to traditional bariatric surgery.