Francesco Sintoni Takes the Helm at Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital: A New Era for Forlì’s Healthcare
At just 41 years old, Francesco Sintoni has been appointed as the new director of the Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital in Forlì, marking a meaningful milestone in his already impressive career. This appointment follows the promotion of Mattia Altini, who previously held the position.Sintoni, who also serves as the director of the Health District of Forlì and Rubicone, is among the youngest leaders within the Ausl Romagna healthcare company.
Sintoni’s journey to this role is a testament to his dedication and expertise. After graduating in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bologna, he spent several years in Brazil, where he honed his skills in community health projects and social innovation.Returning to Italy in 2014,he joined the Center for International and Intercultural Health Research at the University of Bologna,focusing on research,training,and the institution of health services.In 2018,Sintoni joined Ausl Romagna,working in the Public Health Department of Cesena. By May 2021, he had taken on the role of director for the Districts of Cesena-Valle del Savio and Valle del Rubicone, and in March 2022, he assumed leadership of the socio-health district of Forlì. additionally, he is a professor of epidemiology at the University of Bologna’s Rimini Campus.
When asked about his unexpected appointment, Sintoni shared, “The proposal initially came to me unexpectedly. However, analyzing the trajectory of development and implementation of the Ausl Romagna structure, I think it can respond to two impelled needs.” He emphasized the importance of consolidating district governance to tailor services to the specific needs of local communities and integrating hospital care wiht primary and intermediate care processes.Sintoni’s dual role as director of both the hospital and the District of Forlì presents a unique challenge.He described the Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital as a “great organization, populated by professionals of undisputed value and reference at national and international level.” He highlighted the hospital’s high-tech capabilities and its potential for integration with other Ausl Romagna facilities, such as the Faenza garrison and the Bufalini Hospital in Cesena.
One of the key projects under Sintoni’s leadership is the ongoing construction of the CAU (Centro di Assistenza Urgente). While the renovation of the Allende Pavilion has faced delays due to heritage preservation requirements, the goal is to complete the works by March-April. Sintoni envisions the CAU as a critical component of the primary assistance model, offering timely responses to low-complexity urgent needs and reducing the burden on first aid services.
| Key Highlights |
|———————|
| New Director | Francesco Sintoni |
| Previous Role | Director of Health District of Forlì and Rubicone |
| Hospital | Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital |
| Key Focus | Integration of hospital and district services |
| CAU Project | Expected completion by March-April |
Sintoni’s vision for the future of Forlì’s healthcare is clear: “the structuring of a more structured primary assistance model is planned, divided into territorial functional aggregations which will also have to guarantee the continuity of assistance in urgent situations.”
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Francesco Sintoni’s leadership promises to bring innovation and integration to Forlì’s healthcare system, ensuring that it remains responsive to the evolving needs of its citizens.
Francesco Sintoni Takes the Helm at Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital: A New Era for Forlì’s Healthcare
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At just 41 years old,Francesco Sintoni has been appointed as the new director of the Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital in forlì,marking a meaningful milestone in his already extraordinary career. this appointment follows the promotion of Mattia Altini, who previously held the position. Sintoni, who also serves as the director of the Health District of Forlì and Rubicone, is among the youngest leaders within the Ausl Romagna healthcare company.
Francesco Sintoni’s Career Journey
senior Editor: Dr. Sintoni, your career trajectory has been remarkable. Could you share more about your journey leading up to this role?
dr. Sintoni: Thank you. after graduating in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Bologna, I spent several years in Brazil, where I focused on community health projects and social innovation. Returning to Italy in 2014, I joined the Center for International and intercultural Health Research at the University of Bologna, focusing on research, training, and the institution of health services. In 2018, I joined Ausl Romagna, working in the Public Health Department of Cesena. By May 2021, I had taken on the role of director for the Districts of Cesena-Valle del Savio and Valle del rubicone, and in March 2022, I assumed leadership of the socio-health district of Forlì. Additionally, I am a professor of epidemiology at the University of Bologna’s Rimini campus.
Leading morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital
Senior Editor: What are your immediate goals as the new director of Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital?
Dr. Sintoni: My immediate focus is on consolidating district governance to tailor services to the specific needs of local communities and integrating hospital care with primary and intermediate care processes. The hospital is a great organization,populated by professionals of undisputed value and reference at national and international levels. Our high-tech capabilities provide a strong foundation for integration with other Ausl Romagna facilities, such as the Faenza garrison and the Bufalini Hospital in Cesena.
The CAU Project and Allende Pavilion Renovation
Senior Editor: One of the key projects under your leadership is the construction of the CAU (Centro di Assistenza Urgente). Can you elaborate on its meaning and the challenges faced during the renovation of the Allende Pavilion?
Dr. Sintoni: The CAU is a critical component of our primary assistance model, offering timely responses to low-complexity urgent needs and reducing the burden on first aid services. The renovation of the Allende Pavilion has faced delays due to heritage preservation requirements, but our goal is to complete the works by March-April. This facility will play a pivotal role in our healthcare system,ensuring that we can provide efficient and effective care to our community.
Vision for Forlì’s Healthcare
Senior Editor: What is your vision for the future of Forlì’s healthcare?
Dr. sintoni: My vision is to structure a more robust primary assistance model,divided into territorial functional aggregations that will also guarantee continuity of assistance in urgent situations. This approach will ensure that our healthcare system remains responsive to the evolving needs of our citizens, providing integrated and innovative solutions.
conclusion
Francesco Sintoni’s leadership promises to bring innovation and integration to Forlì’s healthcare system, ensuring that it remains responsive to the evolving needs of its citizens. With key projects like the CAU and a clear vision for the future, Sintoni is poised to lead Morgagni-Pierantoni Hospital into a new era of healthcare excellence.
