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ArticleJournal of preventive medicine and hygiene2025

Italian Hygiene and Preventive Medicine Medical Doctor Residents' interest in a Preventive Medicine Physician: a national survey.

Gerardo Altamura, Antonio Lorenzon, Paola Fioretti, Giuseppa Granvillano, Emanuele Guarise, Emanuele LA Gatta, Elisa Lorenzini, Marco Uncini, Mario Cesare Nurchus

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Gerardo AltamuraDepartment of Health Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.
Antonio LorenzonDepartment of Biomedical, Metabolic and Neural Sciences, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy.
Paola FiorettiPublic Health Section, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Italy.
Giuseppa GranvillanoDepartment of Medical and Surgical Sciences and Advanced Technologies "G.F. Ingrassia", Section of Hygiene and Preventive Medicine, University of Catania, Italy.
Emanuele GuariseDepartment of Health Sciences (DISSAL), University of Genoa, Genoa, Italy.
Emanuele LA GattaDepartment of Health Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.
Elisa LorenziniPublic Health Section, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Perugia, Italy.
Marco UnciniSection of Hygiene, Department of Biomedical Science and Public Health, School of Medicine, Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona, Italy.
Mario Cesare NurchusDepartment of Health Sciences and Public Health, Section of Hygiene, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.

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Abstract

Introduction: The growing importance of Preventive Medicine is creating a need for specialised professional figures, that are often missing in the actual national and international contexts. This study aimed to assess attitudes, knowledge, and compliance with preventive measures of the Italian physicians specializing in this field, addressing the unrecognized significance of the figure of a prevention expert in Italy and the inadequate training in this Public Health branch. Methods: Between May 1 and May 31, 2023, an online survey was administered to approximately 200 Hygiene and Preventive Medicine Residents (HPMMDR), covering demographic data, health behaviours, training and interests in Preventive Medicine and in undergoing a visit of a "preventive doctor". The collected data were cross-referenced to understand which variables were most related to knowledge and interests in this field. Statistical analyses included parametric tests, hierarchical cluster analysis, and ordered logit regression. Results: Demographically, 57.0% were female, median age 31, with central Italy having the highest representation (52.3%). Analyses revealed associations between demographics, health behaviors, and attitudes. Ordered logit regression showed a significant correlation (OR = 11.3, p = 0.03) between a healthier lifestyle and belief in specialists' usefulness. Conclusion: Despite the lack of recognition and insufficient education, the study unveiled substantial interest and willingness to learn among HPMMDRs in Italy. Findings emphasize the need for recognizing shared priorities and implementing actions for effective Preventive Medicine interventions, guiding future research and policy decisions.

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Attitude of Health PersonnelHealth Knowledge, Attitudes, PracticeHygieneInternship and ResidencyPhysiciansPreventive MedicineAdultFemaleHumansItalyMaleMiddle AgedSurveys and QuestionnairesLifestyle medicinePreventionPrevention physicianPreventive medicinePublic health

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PMID40756196
PMCPMC12312714

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