The competition announced for 14 directorates of UOC in 5 hospitals («the objective is to assign them to “masters” who are attractive to young doctors») and the prospects of new hospital network (“we would like the Sciacca hospital to be a Hub of the Stroke Network, to guarantee timely interventions in cases of stroke also in South-Western Sicily”).
These are two of the topics covered by Giuseppe Capodieci, general director of the ASP of Agrigento, during the interview on “Insanity on Tv”our format broadcast on Video Region (channel 14) from Monday to Saturday at 12.50 and recorded in the studios of Collage. A program dedicated to health policies which helps to understand what the institutions do to guarantee the right to health of Sicilians, conducted by Francesca Landolina with the intervention of Michele Ferraromanaging director of Insanitas.
Capodieci also addressed the topic of shortage of doctors persistent for years (“also leads to a worsening of working conditions”) and that of the structures provided for by Pnrr with 19 construction sites underway to complete Community houses e Community hospitals and the activation of the 4 Territorial Operations Centers.
BELOW HERE IS THE INTERVIEW WITH DG GIUSEPPE CAPODIECI
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**How does Dr. Capodieci’s plan to make Agrigento an appealing destination for medical professionals address the root causes of the doctor shortage?**
## Agrigento’s Healthcare Future: Dr. Capodieci Discusses Hospital Network and Doctor Shortage
**Sicily’s health policies take center stage.** In a recent episode of ”Insanity on Tv,” hosted on Video Region, Dr. Giuseppe Capodieci, General Director of the ASP of Agrigento, joined Francesca Landolina and Michele Ferraro, managing director of Insanitas, to discuss pressing healthcare issues facing the region.
**Addressing the Doctor Shortage**
Dr. Capodieci highlighted the persistent shortage of doctors in Agrigento, a problem that has been plaguing the region for years.
> “The doctor shortage not only impacts patient care but also leads to a worsening of working conditions for existing staff,”
stated Dr. Capodieci. He discussed several initiatives designed to attract and retain doctors, including:
* A competition announced for 14 directorates of UOCs in 5 hospitals. The goal is to attract “masters” who can mentor and train young doctors, making Agrigento an appealing destination for medical professionals.
**Building a New Hospital Network**
Dr. Capodieci also outlined ambitious plans for a new hospital network in Agrigento.
> “We would like Sciacca Hospital to become a Hub of the Stroke Network, guaranteeing timely interventions for stroke patients in Southwestern Sicily,”
emphasized Dr. Capodieci. This network is expected to improve access to specialized care and ultimately lead to better health outcomes for Sicilians.
**Progress Made Through the Pnrr
Complementing the hospital network plans, Dr. Capodieci highlighted the progress made through the Pnrr (National Recovery and Resilience Plan):
* **Community Houses and Hospitals**: 19 construction sites are underway to complete these crucial facilities, bringing healthcare closer to communities.
* **Territorial Operations Centers**: The activation of 4 Territorial Operations Centers will streamline healthcare coordination and services.
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**Looking Ahead**
The interview underscores the commitment of the ASP of Agrigento to tackling significant healthcare challenges. The doctor shortage, the development of a robust hospital network, and the ongoing progress through the Pnrr all represent key steps towards ensuring access to quality healthcare for Sicilians.
