Eduard-Alexandru Bonci

Eduard-Alexandru Bonci

Surgical Oncologist

Breast Oncology

Champalimaud Clinical Centre

Location Portugal, Lisbon

Dr. Eduard-Alexandru Bonci is a breast surgical oncologist and clinical researcher with a focus on breast cancer, surgical oncology innovation, and the integration of artificial intelligence in clinical decision-making. His work emphasizes patient-centered care, education, and advancing surgical oncology practices globally, particularly in resource-limited settings.

Current Position

  • Clinical Research Fellow, Breast Unit, Champalimaud Clinical Centre, Lisbon, Portugal
  • Breast Surgical Oncology Fellow, Champalimaud Foundation, Lisbon, Portugal
  • Assistant Lecturer, Department of Surgical Oncology and Gynecologic Oncology, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Education

  • PhD in Medicine, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • MD, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • General Surgery Residency, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Certificate of Competence in Breast Cancer, Universität Ulm, Germany

Area of Specialization

  • Breast surgical oncology
  • Breast cancer
  • Surgical oncology
  • Artificial intelligence in oncology
  • Gynecologic oncology
  • Thyroid cancer

Professional Experience

  • Research Scientist, “Prof. Dr. Ion Chiricuță” Oncology Institute, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
  • Resident Doctor & Chief Resident, Oncology Institute Cluj-Napoca
  • Clinical and research training at international institutions including UZ Leuven and Mount Sinai Health System

Research & Clinical Activity

  • Clinical research in breast cancer, including AI-based decision-support tools (CINDERELLA project)
  • Focus on improving surgical outcomes, aesthetic results, and quality of life
  • Interest in digital health, surgical education, and global oncology

Publications & Editorial Work

  • Editorial roles including Associate Editor, OncoDaily Medical Journal
  • Editorial Board Member and contributor to oncology-focused journals and platforms

Leadership & Memberships

  • Active member of major international societies including:Society of Surgical Oncology (SSO)
  • European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO)
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
  • Leadership roles in Young ESSO and ESO College Council
  • Contributor to international oncology education and training initiatives

Awards & Recognition

  • European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Merit Travel Grant
  • Multiple academic excellence awards

All information is sourced from publicly available materials.