Niguarda Hospital leadership transition announced in Milan

The Lombardy Region has announced a leadership transition for Milan’s Niguarda Hospital. Alberto Zoli will continue to lead the facility as extraordinary commissioner until December 31, 2026.

This decision follows Zoli’s resignation due to reaching the age of 70. Lombardy Governor Attilio Fontana stated that the regional government decided unanimously to appoint Zoli as extraordinary commissioner to ensure management continuity and stability for the hospital, which serves as a national and international healthcare reference point.

Starting in January 2027, leadership of the hospital will be handed over to Mario Melazzini. Fontana expressed gratitude to Zoli for accepting the extraordinary commissioner role on a pro bono basis to prevent periods of institutional uncertainty.