The former rector of Unife, Giorgio Zauli, was also there yesterday morning at the table convened by the Minister of University and Research, Anna Maria Bernini, dedicated to the reform of access to medical courses. Chaired by Andrea Lenzi, professor emeritus of Endocrinology at the Sapienza University of Rome, the group of experts will have the task, in implementation of the legislative delegation, of contributing to defining the methods of reviewing access and training in the study courses of area of Health Sciences.
In particular, in the first instance, it will formulate proposals for the harmonization of the study courses of the first semester. Last 16 October, the Public Education and Cultural Heritage Commission of the Senate of the Republic gave the green light to the enabling bill which revises the methods of access to degree courses in Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry and Dental Prosthetics and Veterinary Medicine, guaranteeing fairer selection, based on the skills acquired by students. The new access system will therefore overcome the limited number and will abolish entrance tests. The measure is now expected to be examined in the chamber. “We will leave behind a system that did not valorise the aspirations of students, frustrated by quizzes and tests that resembled more a coin toss than a real selection system – said Minister Bernini – We want to ensure that all students are assessed on basis of characterizing subjects, with questions related to the skills acquired. And it must be done as soon as possible. For this reason I have set up an immediately operational working group, chaired by Professor Andrea Lenzi, which will immediately, well before the final approval of the text. part of Parliament, will work for the harmonization of the study paths of the degree courses involved, so that the reform is not only incisive, but also timely. We have a great responsibility towards the girls and boys, as well as the country be able to not disappoint the expectations of the former, who are looking for a professional future worthy of their aspirations. And we must offer concrete and structural solutions suited to the needs of the Italian National Health Service”. Also participating at the table are David Della Morte Canosci, professor of Internal Medicine at Tor Vergata; Angela di Baldassare, professor of Human Anatomy in Chieti-Pescara; Daniele Gianfrilli, professor of Endocrinology at Sapienza University; Giuseppe Pizzo, professor of Odontostomatological Diseases in Palermo; Brunella Restucci, professor of General Pathology and Veterinary Pathological Anatomy at Federico II; Roberta Siliquini, professor of Hygiene in Turin and Gianluca Cerracchio, general director of the Higher Education Regulations and the Right to Education of the Mur.
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## World Today News Interview: Reforming Access to Medical Courses in Italy
**Welcome to World Today News!** Today we’ll be discussing the recent developments regarding the reform of access to medical courses in Italy. We have two distinguished guests joining us:
* **Professor Giorgio Zauli**, former rector of Unife and participant in the expert group convened by Minister Bernini.
* **Professor Angela di Baldassare**, Professor of Human Anatomy at the University of Chieti-Pescara, also a member of the expert group.
We’re thrilled to delve into this important topic with you both.
**Section 1: Setting the Stage: The Need for Reform**
* **Interviewer:** Minister Bernini has presented this reform as a way to move away from a system that doesn’t fully recognize students’ aspirations. Could you both elaborate on the shortcomings of the existing system? What specific problems does it perpetuate?
**Section 2: The New Approach: Focus on Skills and Harmonization**
* **Interviewer:** The proposed reform emphasizes assessing students based on skills acquired rather than relying solely on entrance tests. Professor Zauli, as a participant in the expert group, could you provide insight into how this shift in focus will be implemented? What specific skills will be prioritized, and how will they be evaluated?
* **Interviewer:** Professor di Baldassare, how do you envision this new approach affecting the students’ learning experience? Do you anticipate any challenges in harmonizing the study paths across different medical faculties?
**Section 3: Impact and Implications: Looking Ahead**
* **Interviewer:** Minister Bernini emphasizes the urgency of enacting this reform, citing the need to meet the expectations of aspiring medical professionals and the needs of the Italian National Health Service. Professor Zauli, what are some of the potential long-term benefits of this reform for both the individual student and the healthcare system as a whole?
* **Interviewer:** Professor di Baldassare, this reform represents a significant shift in how medical education is approached. What potential unintended consequences, if any, do you foresee, and how might we mitigate them?
**Section 4: Open Discussion: Diverse Perspectives**
* **Interviewer:** We’ve heard about the rationale and potential benefits of this reform.
Let’s open the floor for a broader discussion. What are your thoughts on the proposed changes? What concerns or hopes do you have regarding the implementation of this reform?
**Closing Remarks:**
Thank you, Professor Zauli and Professor di Baldassare, for sharing your valuable insights. This conversation highlights the significant changes underway in Italy’s medical education landscape. We look forward to seeing how this vital reform shapes the future of healthcare in the country.
**We encourage our viewers to join the conversation online and share their thoughts.**
