1. University of Bologna (Alma Mater Studiorum)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Bologna is Italy’s oldest university and hosts one of its largest medical schools (Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia), with direct ties to Policlinico Sant’Orsola-Malpighi.

Departments/Specialties:

• Internal Medicine (cardiology, oncology, endocrinology, nephrology, gastroenterology, infectious diseases, geriatrics)
• Surgery (general, vascular, cardiac, neurosurgery, orthopedics, urology, plastic, pediatric)
• Pediatrics, Gynecology, Psychiatry, Neurology, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Pathology, Laboratory Medicine

Fellowship/Clinical Pathways:

1. Postgraduate Specialty Training (“Scuole di Specializzazione”)

• Italy’s formal specialist training, equivalent to residency/fellowship.
• Duration: 4–6 years, full-time, highly competitive, usually for EU/Italian citizens; rare but possible for non-EU doctors with full recognition (Ministero della Salute) and Italian language.
• Eligibility:
  • Medical degree recognized by Italian Ministry of Health (process: “equipollenza”)
  • Pass Italian national medical licensing exam (“Esame di Stato”)
  • Pass competitive specialty entrance test (“Concorso”)
  • Fluent Italian (C1 minimum, often B2 as a threshold)
• Structure:
  Clinical rotations, academic modules, research, on-call, end-of-program state exam.
• Funding:
  Fully salaried: ~€1,700–2,000/month after tax; social benefits included.

1. Clinical Fellowships (Research Fellow, “Assegno di Ricerca”, or Short-Term Clinical Fellow)

• Target: International MDs, post-residency doctors, or researchers seeking subspecialty exposure (e.g., interventional cardiology, oncologic surgery, advanced endoscopy, transplant, molecular medicine).
• Duration: 6–24 months (short-term fellow or observer roles possible, sometimes 1–6 months).
• Eligibility:
  • Medical degree (recognized for hands-on, not required for observership)
  • For hands-on clinical: full Italian registration (Ministero della Salute + Ordine dei Medici) and proof of insurance; for observership, no license but limited to non-patient-contact activities
  • Good Italian language (B2–C1) required for clinical; English may suffice for research-only
• Structure:
  Mentored by full professors or consultants, integrated into clinical teams or research labs, expected to participate in audits, seminars, and sometimes teaching.
• Assessment:
  Regular evaluation by supervisor; for formal research fellowships, project-based milestones.
• Funding:
  “Assegno di Ricerca” and similar fellowships are grant-funded (€1,200–€2,000/month pre-tax, varies). Clinical observers are usually unpaid, but may get expense support.

1. Research Doctorates (PhD in Clinical/Translational Medicine)

• Duration: 3–4 years; integrated research and, sometimes, clinical exposure.
• Eligibility:
  MD or equivalent, usually English is acceptable; competitive selection process.
• Funding:
  Scholarship: €1,200–1,400/month net, may be higher for international collaborations.

Departmental Strengths:

• Oncology:
  Advanced cancer research (IRCCS, Istituto di Ematologia “L. e A. Seràgnoli”), large clinical trial units.
• Cardiology:
  Renowned electrophysiology, advanced heart failure, interventional labs.
• Transplant:
  Liver, kidney, pancreas, and heart transplant programs.
• Pediatrics/Neonatology:
  National leader in rare diseases and congenital heart disease.

Application Process:

• Specialty Schools:
  Apply via national competitive exam (April–July); non-EU candidates must secure degree recognition and full Italian registration well in advance.
• Clinical Fellowships/Observers:
  Contact host department/professor directly, provide CV, degree, motivation letter, language certificate, and proposed dates. Formal offer required for visa.
• PhD/Research Fellow:
  Apply via university’s research office and Doctoral School calls.

Certification:

• On completion, receive detailed certificate outlining duties, duration, supervisor, and skills/procedures; for specializzazione, official state diploma.

Support & Integration:

• International Office:
  Assists with visa, housing, and bureaucracy.
• Language Courses:
  Offered to incoming international staff/students.

Unique Features:

• Historic tradition, major clinical research hub, and a gateway for advanced subspecialty skills.
• Language is critical for patient care.

2. Sapienza University of Rome (Università degli Studi di Roma “La Sapienza”)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Sapienza is one of Europe’s largest medical schools, with several teaching hospitals including Policlinico Umberto I.

Departments/Specialties:

• Medicine (oncology, cardiology, nephrology, infectious disease, geriatrics), Surgery (general, cardiac, neurosurgery, pediatric, plastic), Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Anesthesiology, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Urology.

Fellowship/Clinical Pathways:

1. Postgraduate Specialty Schools (Scuole di Specializzazione)

• Structure and eligibility as for Bologna (see above).
  Strong international profile, but hands-on training requires Italian registration and language.
• Funding:
  Fully salaried for successful applicants; open via annual national “concorso”.

1. Clinical Fellowships/Research Grants (“Assegno di Ricerca”, Short-Term Fellowship)

• Available in all major clinical departments, often with an emphasis on oncology, neurology, cardiology, surgery, or transplant.
• Eligibility:
  Medical degree; Italian license for hands-on, or observer for non-patient roles.
• Language:
  Italian required for patient contact, English may be accepted for research-only.
• Funding:
  Research grant (€1,200–2,000/month); short-term observerships usually unfunded.

1. PhD in Clinical or Biomedical Sciences

• Duration: 3–4 years.
• Eligibility:
  Competitive selection, English often accepted.
• Funding:
  ~€1,300/month; possible top-up for international partnerships.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology:
  Major cancer center (Istituto Regina Elena).
• Cardiology:
  Advanced heart disease, imaging, and electrophysiology.
• Neurosciences:
  Epilepsy, stroke, neurodegeneration research.
• Transplant:
  Multiorgan programs (liver, kidney, pancreas, heart).

Application:

• Specialty: Via national exam, after degree recognition and language proof.
• Fellowship: Direct to professor/department, with full documentation.
• PhD: Apply through doctoral school.

Certification:

As per Bologna; formal certificates upon completion.

Support:

• Sapienza International Office, visa/housing assistance, Italian language courses.

3. University of Milan (Università degli Studi di Milano, “La Statale”)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Milan is a major medical research and teaching institution, closely linked with Policlinico di Milano, Ospedale San Paolo, and several IRCCS research hospitals.

Departments/Specialties:

• Medicine (cardiology, nephrology, endocrinology, infectious disease, geriatrics), Surgery (vascular, cardiac, general, neurosurgery, urology, pediatric), Oncology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Emergency Medicine, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Dermatology, Pathology.

Fellowship/Clinical Pathways:

1. Postgraduate Specialty Schools (“Scuole di Specializzazione”)

• Structure, eligibility, funding as in previous entries.

1. Clinical Fellowships/Research Posts (“Assegno di Ricerca”, Visiting Fellow)

• Popular in cardiovascular, metabolic, oncologic, and surgical fields.
• Eligibility:
  Recognized degree for hands-on; observers need only proof of degree and health/insurance.
• Language:
  Italian for patient care; English or Italian for research.
• Funding:
  Research fellows: €1,200–2,000/month; observers/visitors usually unpaid.

1. PhD (Dottorato di Ricerca) in Clinical Sciences

• 3–4 years, English often accepted.
• Funding: €1,200–1,400/month.

Departmental Strengths:

• Oncology:
  Multiple IRCCS cancer institutes, molecular research.
• Cardiology:
  World-class electrophysiology, interventional, heart failure programs.
• Transplant/Immunology:
  Multi-organ transplant and immunology labs.

Application:

• Specialty: National exam, after credentialing and language exam.
• Fellowship: Direct inquiry to professors or departments.
• PhD: Through doctoral school calls.

Certification:

Detailed clinical and research certificates, logbooks.

Support:

International Office, language and integration programs.

4. University of Padua (Università degli Studi di Padova)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Padua (Padova) is one of Europe’s oldest medical schools, affiliated with the Policlinico Universitario di Padova and several specialized hospitals (e.g., Istituto Oncologico Veneto).

Departments/Specialties:

• Internal Medicine (cardiology, gastroenterology, infectious diseases, geriatrics, nephrology)
• Surgery (cardiac, vascular, thoracic, general, neurosurgery, plastic, pediatric, urology)
• Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Emergency Medicine, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Dermatology

1. Specialty Training (“Scuole di Specializzazione”)

• Duration: 4–6 years (residency-equivalent), salaried (~€1,700–2,000/month after tax).
• Eligibility:
  • Italian/EU degree or foreign degree recognized by Italian Ministry of Health
  • National licensing exam (“Esame di Stato”)
  • Entrance exam (“Concorso”)—highly competitive and mostly for EU citizens, but some places for non-EU
  • Fluent Italian (B2 minimum; C1 for full clinical)
• Structure:
  Rotations, academic modules, research, on-call duties, thesis and final exam.

1. Clinical Fellowships / Research Fellow (“Assegno di Ricerca”, “Borsa di Studio”)

• Duration: 6–24 months (sometimes shorter for observers)
• Eligibility:
  • Medical degree (recognition needed for hands-on, not for observer roles)
  • For clinical work: Italian license and registration with Ordine dei Medici
  • Italian language required for clinical work; English possible for research
• Funding:
  Grant or university-funded fellowships, usually €1,300–2,000/month. Observers usually unpaid.
• Structure:
  Supervised clinical integration, subspecialty training (e.g., advanced cardiac intervention, oncology, rare diseases), participation in research and teaching.

1. PhD in Clinical or Translational Medicine

• Duration: 3–4 years, project-based
• Eligibility:
  Competitive selection; English increasingly accepted.
• Funding:
  Scholarships ~€1,300/month.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology:
  Leading role in national cancer networks, advanced molecular oncology, and immunotherapy.
• Cardiac Surgery:
  Renowned for adult and pediatric cardiac programs.
• Transplant:
  One of Italy’s largest organ transplant centers.

Application Process:

• Specialty schools: National application, degree recognition, language exam.
• Fellowship/Research: Direct contact with department/professor; CV, motivation letter, diploma, references, language certificate.
• PhD: Via Doctoral School annual call.

Certification:

Detailed logbook and certificate; for specialty, official Italian “Diploma di Specializzazione”.

Support:

International office, language courses, visa help.

5. University of Turin (Università degli Studi di Torino)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Turin operates with major university hospitals such as Città della Salute e della Scienza di Torino, Molinette, Regina Margherita, and San Giovanni Battista.

Departments/Specialties:

• Internal Medicine (oncology, endocrinology, cardiology, infectious disease, geriatrics), Surgery (cardiac, thoracic, general, neurosurgery, pediatric), Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training (Scuole di Specializzazione)

• Duration: 4–6 years; highly competitive, Italian/EU degree and recognition for non-EU.
• Eligibility:
  • Medical degree (Ministero della Salute recognition)
  • Esame di Stato (Italian license exam)
  • National specialty entrance exam
  • B2/C1 Italian
• Structure:
  Rotations, research, on-call, thesis, final qualifying exam.
• Funding:
  Fully salaried, €1,700–2,000/month.

1. Clinical Fellowships / Research Fellow

• Duration: 6–24 months; observer roles 1–6 months
• Eligibility:
  • Medical degree (recognition for hands-on)
  • Italian registration for clinical, otherwise observer
  • Italian language for clinical, English for research/observation
• Funding:
  Research fellowships €1,300–2,000/month; observer posts generally unpaid.

1. PhD (Dottorato di Ricerca)

• Duration: 3–4 years, competitive
• Funding:
  Scholarship, usually €1,300–1,400/month.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology:
  National leader (Institute for Cancer Research, IRCCS Candiolo), immunotherapy and precision medicine.
• Pediatrics:
  Regina Margherita hospital—a reference for rare diseases.
• Cardiology:
  Electrophysiology, heart failure, congenital disease.

Application:

Specialty via national competition; fellowships via direct contact. PhD via annual calls.

Certification:

Detailed, including logbook and supervisor validation.

Support:

International office, housing, language classes, onboarding.

6. University of Naples Federico II (Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Naples Federico II operates the major Policlinico Federico II and a wide range of affiliated hospitals.

Departments/Specialties:

• Internal Medicine (cardiology, infectious diseases, oncology, endocrinology), Surgery (general, cardiac, thoracic, vascular, neurosurgery, pediatric), Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Neurology, Radiology, Dermatology, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training (Scuole di Specializzazione)

• Duration: 4–6 years; for Italian/EU and some non-EU with full degree recognition.
• Eligibility:
  Degree, Italian licensing, language (B2+)
• Funding:
  €1,700–2,000/month

1. Clinical/Research Fellowships

• Duration: 6–24 months (hands-on) or 1–6 months (observer)
• Eligibility:
  Recognition and Ordine dei Medici for clinical, none for observer/research only
• Funding:
  “Assegno di Ricerca” or similar: €1,300–2,000/month

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English increasingly accepted; €1,300–1,400/month scholarship.

Departmental Highlights:

• Infectious Disease:
  Key research in HIV, hepatitis, and tropical medicine.
• Oncology/Cardiology:
  Advanced research and clinical trials, interventional programs.

Application:

National exam or direct contact; credentialing process strict.

Support:

International Office, language integration, housing support.

7. University of Florence (Università degli Studi di Firenze)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Florence’s medical school is anchored at Careggi University Hospital and other major centers.

Departments/Specialties:
Full spectrum—medicine, surgery, pediatrics, gynecology, oncology, neurology, etc.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years; Italian/EU (non-EU via strict recognition), B2+ Italian, salaried.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, research/clinical (hands-on with license), English for research, Italian for clinical, €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, project-based, scholarship.

Departmental Highlights:

• Transplant Medicine:
  Renal/liver/pancreas transplant programs.
• Oncology:
  Leading breast and colorectal cancer research.

Support:

International office, language courses.

8. University of Pisa (Università di Pisa)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

University of Pisa operates a top teaching hospital and numerous research centers.

Departments/Specialties:
All major clinical fields; particular strengths in endocrinology, surgery, neurology.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Clinical/Research Fellowship

• 6–24 months, hands-on with license, observer/research with degree only; Italian/English as above; €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive, scholarship.

Departmental Highlights:

• Endocrinology:
  International center for thyroid/parathyroid diseases.
• Neurology:
  Stroke, neuroimaging, neurodegenerative research.

Support:

International Desk, accommodation help, language classes.

9. University of Genoa (Università degli Studi di Genova)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Genoa’s medical school is based at Policlinico San Martino.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, surgery, pediatrics, oncology, neurology, etc.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above; strict on degree/language.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, hands-on with license; €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive, scholarship.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology:
  Leading national cancer institute.
• Neurology:
  ALS/motor neuron disease expertise.

Support:

International office, Italian classes.

10. Catholic University of the Sacred Heart (Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Affiliated with Policlinico Gemelli (Rome), one of Italy’s largest hospitals.

Departments/Specialties:
Full spectrum, notable for oncology, transplant, and cardiac surgery.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, EU/non-EU (if recognized), B2–C1 Italian, fully salaried.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, grant or hospital-funded (€1,200–2,000/month); observer roles possible.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, with focus on translational medicine; competitive, scholarship.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology:
  Gemelli ART proton therapy center.
• Transplant/Cardiac Surgery:
  Advanced programs in heart/lung/liver.

Support:

International Desk, integration and visa help, language support.

11. University of Pavia (Università degli Studi di Pavia)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Pavia is one of Italy’s oldest medical schools and home to the historic Collegio Borromeo, with clinical training based at Policlinico San Matteo.

Departments/Specialties:
Internal Medicine (cardiology, nephrology, infectious diseases), Surgery (cardiac, vascular, neurosurgery, transplant, pediatric), Pediatrics, Oncology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training (“Scuole di Specializzazione”)

• Duration: 4–6 years, fully salaried (~€1,700–2,000/month).
• Eligibility:
  • Degree recognized by Ministero della Salute
  • Pass Italian licensing exam (“Esame di Stato”)
  • National specialty entrance (“Concorso”)
  • B2/C1 Italian
• Structure:
  Rotations, seminars, clinical audits, final thesis and exam.

1. Clinical Fellowships / “Assegno di Ricerca” / Observerships

• Duration: 6–24 months (clinical/research), 1–6 months (observer).
• Eligibility:
  • Clinical: Full Italian license, registration with Ordine dei Medici
  • Observership/research: degree, proof of insurance
  • Italian for clinical, English often accepted for research
• Funding:
  Research fellow: €1,200–2,000/month, grant-funded.
• Structure:
  Mentored clinical/research activities, integration into multidisciplinary teams, research encouraged.

1. PhD (Dottorato di Ricerca)

• 3–4 years, competitive, project-based, scholarship ~€1,300/month.

Departmental Strengths:

• Transplant Medicine:
  National leader in kidney and liver transplant.
• Infectious Disease:
  Renowned virology/HIV and rare disease research.
• Oncology/Cardiology:
  Strong translational and clinical research programs.

Support:

International Desk, language support, housing, onboarding.

12. University of Bari Aldo Moro (Università degli Studi di Bari)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

University of Bari works closely with Policlinico di Bari and Ospedale Pediatrico Giovanni XXIII.

Departments/Specialties:
Internal Medicine, Surgery (general, vascular, thoracic), Oncology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years; as described above.

1. Clinical Fellowships / Research

• 6–24 months, grant-funded; clinical with license, observer/research with degree.
• Italian required for patient care.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, scholarship, project-based.

Departmental Highlights:

• Pediatric Oncology:
  Pediatric hospital specialization.
• Surgery:
  Minimally invasive, oncologic, and vascular programs.

Support:

International Desk, Italian courses, visa/housing help.

13. University of Verona (Università degli Studi di Verona)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Verona’s medical school is anchored by Ospedale Policlinico G.B. Rossi.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Clinical/Research Fellowships

• 6–24 months, clinical with license, observer with degree.
• Grant: €1,200–2,000/month.
• Strong international research collaborations, especially in oncology.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive, English accepted.

Departmental Strengths:

• Oncology:
  Internationally recognized cancer research.
• Gastroenterology:
  Advanced endoscopic procedures and research.

Support:

International Office, language courses, accommodation help.

14. University of Perugia (Università degli Studi di Perugia)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

University of Perugia includes Ospedale Santa Maria della Misericordia and IRCCS Fondazione per l’Oncologia.

Departments/Specialties:
Internal Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Neurology, Pediatrics, Radiology, Psychiatry, Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as per national standard.

1. Clinical Fellowships / Research

• 6–24 months, clinical with Ordine dei Medici registration, observer with degree.
• Grant: €1,200–2,000/month, observer unpaid.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive, English increasingly accepted.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology/Immunology:
  Strong in immunotherapy, rare disease, and hematology.

Support:

International Office, integration services, language programs.

15. University of Catania (Università degli Studi di Catania)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

University of Catania trains at Policlinico Vittorio Emanuele and Ospedale Garibaldi.

Departments/Specialties:
Full spectrum; particularly strong in infectious diseases, oncology, and pediatrics.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months; research/observer with degree, clinical with Italian license.
• Grant: ~€1,200–1,900/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, project-based, competitive, English accepted.

Departmental Highlights:

• Infectious Diseases:
  HIV, tuberculosis, emerging pathogens.
• Oncology:
  Multidisciplinary tumor boards.

Support:

International Desk, language courses.

16. University of Modena and Reggio Emilia (UNIMORE)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

UNIMORE is based at Policlinico di Modena.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, standard requirements.

1. Clinical/Research Fellowships

• 6–24 months, research/observer or clinical with license.
• Grant: €1,300–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English available.

Departmental Highlights:

• Oncology:
  Leading clinical research and trial center.

Support:

International Office, language support, integration help.

17. University of Palermo (Università degli Studi di Palermo)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Based at Policlinico Paolo Giaccone and other hospitals.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, fully salaried.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months; observer/research or clinical with license.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive, project-based.

Departmental Strengths:

• Tropical Medicine:
  Infectious diseases and epidemiology.
• Oncology:
  Multidisciplinary clinical and research.

Support:

International Desk, language/visa support.

18. University of Parma (Università degli Studi di Parma)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Based at Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Parma.

Departments/Specialties:
Full clinical spectrum.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months; clinical (license), observer/research.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English accepted.

Strengths:

Transplant and hematology.

Support:

International Desk, accommodation, language classes.

19. University of Siena (Università degli Studi di Siena)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Based at Policlinico Le Scotte.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Pediatrics, Neurology, Hematology, Radiology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Clinical Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, clinical with Italian license, observer/research roles possible.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive, English possible.

Strengths:

Hematology, immunology, and rare diseases.

Support:

International Desk, onboarding, language courses.

20. University of Ferrara (Università degli Studi di Ferrara)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Based at Arcispedale Sant’Anna.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Oncology, Surgery, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Anesthesiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, fully salaried.

1. Clinical/Research Fellowships

• 6–24 months; clinical (license) or observer/research (degree).
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, scholarship.

Strengths:

Oncology, clinical epidemiology, neurosciences.

Support:

International Office, housing, language help.

21. University of Brescia (Università degli Studi di Brescia)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Brescia operates with the Spedali Civili di Brescia, one of northern Italy’s major teaching hospitals.

Departments/Specialties:
Internal Medicine (cardiology, nephrology, infectious disease), Surgery (general, cardiac, orthopedic), Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Anesthesiology, Ophthalmology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training (“Scuole di Specializzazione”)

• Duration: 4–6 years, salaried (~€1,700–2,000/month).
• Eligibility:
  Degree recognized by Ministero della Salute, national licensing exam, B2–C1 Italian, national specialty entrance test.
• Structure:
  Rotations, research, clinical audits, thesis.

1. Clinical Fellowships / Research Positions

• Duration: 6–24 months (clinical/research), 1–6 months (observer).
• Eligibility:
  Clinical roles require full Italian license and Ordine dei Medici registration; observers need only degree and insurance.
• Funding:
  Research fellowships: €1,200–2,000/month; observer roles are unpaid.
• Language:
  Italian for clinical, English often accepted for research.

1. PhD (Dottorato di Ricerca)

• 3–4 years, project-based, competitive, scholarship.

Strengths:

Infectious disease, nephrology, emergency medicine, oncology.

Support:

International Desk, language programs, housing support.

22. University of Trieste (Università degli Studi di Trieste)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Trieste trains at Ospedale Maggiore and IRCCS Burlo Garofolo.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months; clinical with license, research/observer with degree.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English possible, scholarship.

Strengths:

Pediatric medicine, rare diseases, oncology.

Support:

International Office, language classes.

23. University of Udine (Università degli Studi di Udine)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

The University of Udine operates at Ospedale Santa Maria della Misericordia.

Departments/Specialties:
Full clinical spectrum.

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, salaried.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, research/clinical (with license), observer (degree only).
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English available.

Strengths:

Gastroenterology, metabolic diseases, emergency medicine.

Support:

International Desk, accommodation, language courses.

24. University of Salerno (Università degli Studi di Salerno)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Salerno’s medical faculty operates at Ospedale San Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi d’Aragona.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as national standard.

1. Clinical/Research Fellowships

• 6–24 months, clinical/research; observer roles.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, project-based, competitive.

Strengths:

Oncology, trauma surgery, neurology.

Support:

International Office, language support.

25. University of Calabria (Università della Calabria)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

UniCal is more research- than hospital-focused, with biomedical sciences and public health.

1. Specialty Training

• No direct clinical residency, but collaborates on research training.

1. Research Fellowships

• For life sciences, biotechnology, epidemiology; 6–36 months.
• Grant: €1,200–1,900/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, competitive.

Support:

International office, housing, language classes.

26. Marche Polytechnic University (Università Politecnica delle Marche, Ancona)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Based at Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, standard.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, clinical/research; observer roles possible.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English possible, scholarship.

Strengths:

Oncology, transplant, cardiology.

Support:

International Office, onboarding, language courses.

27. University of Camerino (Università di Camerino)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Focuses on pharmacy, biomedical research, and veterinary medicine; no clinical hospital faculty.

1. Research Fellowships

• Biomedical research, life sciences, pharmacology.
• €1,200–1,900/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, project-based.

Support:

International Office, research support.

28. University of Cassino (Università degli Studi di Cassino e del Lazio Meridionale)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Biomedical research and public health focus, but no hospital-based clinical faculty.

1. Research Fellowships

• Biomedicine, public health, epidemiology.
• €1,200–1,900/month.

Support:

International Office.

29. University of Sassari (Università degli Studi di Sassari)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Sassari trains doctors at Azienda Ospedaliero-Universitaria di Sassari.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, as above.

1. Clinical/Research Fellowships

• 6–24 months, clinical (license), research/observer.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, English possible, scholarship.

Strengths:

Infectious diseases, nephrology, oncology.

Support:

International Desk, housing, language support.

30. University of Messina (Università degli Studi di Messina)

Medical & Clinical Fellowship Programs – Full Details

Based at Policlinico G. Martino.

Departments/Specialties:
Medicine, Surgery, Oncology, Pediatrics, Neurology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Anesthesiology, ENT, Gynecology, Urology

1. Specialty Training

• 4–6 years, salaried.

1. Fellowships/Research

• 6–24 months, clinical/research, observer roles.
• €1,200–2,000/month.

1. PhD

• 3–4 years, project-based.

Strengths:

Oncology, nephrology, trauma.

Support:

International Office, language support, accommodation.