Raphael di Paula

Raphael di Paula is the head of the oncology surgery department at the Centro Especializado em Oncologia do Hospital Alemão Oswaldo Cruz in Brazil. He has expertise in treating patients with complex abdominal conditions and has been involved in the care of former president Jair Bolsonaro, who has experienced multiple intestinal surgeries and related complications. Dr. di Paula provides insights into the medical challenges faced by patients with histories of abdominal surgery, particularly regarding the formation of adhesions and their impact on gastrointestinal function.