RT Journal Article SR Electronic T1 General practice in Italy. JF British Journal of General Practice JO Br J Gen Pract FD British Journal of General Practice SP 472 OP 474 VO 41 IS 352 A1 M Pringle YR 1991 UL http://bjgp.org/content/41/352/472.abstract AB General practitioners in Italy work as independent contractors in a national health service. There are, however, many differences between Italy and the United Kingdom regarding the status, contract and culture of primary health care. The similarities and differences offer valuable insights into the benefits and disadvantages of the position in the UK, and serve to highlight the significant gains made in the past 30 years. This account of Italian general practice is based on the author's personal experience gained during a one month sabbatical visit to Italy in 1990.