Francesca Pennucci

Francesca Pennucci serves as a Post-doc Research Fellow at the Institute of Management, Sant'Anna School of Advanced Studies in Pisa, specializing in patient-centered healthcare innovation. Her work bridges academic research and practical healthcare delivery through active participation in Tuscan regional health initiatives.

Education Background:

• Ph.D. in Management of Innovation, Sustainability and Healthcare

Research Focus: Dr. Pennucci investigates how patient and public involvement reshapes healthcare value chains, with emphasis on behavioral therapy adherence, caregiver support systems, and co-production methodologies in health promotion. Her work develops methodological tools for studying public impact on healthcare outcomes, particularly through patient-reported measures (PROMs/PREMs) in chronic disease management and digital health interventions.

Publication Trends: Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2021-2025) reveals three dominant trajectories: (1) Systematic implementation of PROMs/PREMs across Tuscan healthcare pathways (orthopedics, cardiology, primary care), (2) Adolescent-focused co-produced health promotion (notably the “beFood” project), and (3) Digital health solutions for sustainable care delivery and rural access. Her work consistently connects behavioral science with healthcare management to optimize patient experiences.

Project Leadership: She contributes to high-impact regional initiatives including the PROXIMITY-CARE e-Health framework for Tuscany’s inner areas, systematic “Case della Salute” monitoring, and PROMs collection for chronic heart failure pathways. Her research demonstrates strong integration with Tuscan public health infrastructure while addressing global challenges in value-based healthcare.