
Italy
Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Milan, Italy — teaching family medicine, medical education.
EURACT Council — Director of Communications.
+39 335269622
Prof. Francesco Carelli
Address:
Via Ariberto 15 Milan, Italy.
Research Interests:
- Medical Education
- Family Medicine / General Practice Education
- Assessment and appraisal of medical teachers
- Early clinical exposure in medical students
- Evidence-based and training standards in primary care
Biography:
Prof. Francesco Carelli is an Italian academic in general practice / family medicine with substantial involvement in medical education, curricula development, and professional teaching in Europe. He is affiliated with the University of Milan where he contributes to integrating undergraduate and postgraduate education in Primary Care. Prof. Carelli has published work on topics such as “Undergraduate-Postgraduate Integration in Family Medicine,” early clinical exposure in medical education across Europe, and evaluation of teacher appraisal frameworks in family medicine. His research emphasizes evidence-based teaching, continuing professional development for family doctors, and communication between educational bodies and general practice. Additionally, he serves on committees (EURACT) for family medicine faculty development and curriculum formulation. While recent publication frequency appears mild, his contributions reflect ongoing interest in educational policy, training standards, and enhancing the role of general practice in healthcare education.
Professional Background
- Professor (or senior faculty) in Clinical Medicine / Family Medicine at University of Milan — working on teaching, curricula, assessment.
- EURACT Council Director of Communications (milestone role in family medicine education across Europe).
Current Research Projects / Ongoing Work
- Educational research: exploring early clinical exposure in undergraduate medical education across Europe.
- Study of teacher appraisal in general practice/family medicine (e.g., standards, assessment).
- Integration of family medicine curricula (undergraduate to postgraduate transition) in certified GP practices.
Publications:
Francesco Carelli’s recent works still show activity in medical education and family medicine teaching. Below are some of his more recent publications drawn from ResearchGate and education journals.
Selected Publications
- Carelli F., Mesina M. Undergraduate - Postgraduate Integration. Continuous Curriculum in Family Medicine to Take Place in Certified GPs’ Practices. Education Research Applications, 2022. DOI: 10.29011/2575-7032.100195
- Carelli F. An Experience on Deciding National Projects and Developments.British Journal of Healthcare & Medical Research, 2023; Vol 10(3): 284-285.
- Simmenroth A., Harding A., Vallersnes O.M., Dowek A., Carelli F., …Early Clinical Exposure in Undergraduate Medical Education: A Questionnaire Survey of 30 European Countries. Published recently
Last Published on October 12, 2025