Hadassah Medical Organization Expands Operations to Cyprus
Translated & summarized from Maariv by baba
The Hadassah Medical Organization has opened a new medical center in Limassol, Cyprus, and plans to build a hospital in Nicosia, expanding its operations internationally. Israeli President Isaac Herzog hailed the initiative as a significant new chapter in Israel-Cyprus relations. This marks the first time an Israeli medical center has established a presence abroad under its own name, strengthening bilateral ties in healthcare.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hadassah Medical Organization opened a new medical center in Limassol, Cyprus.
- Plans are underway to establish a new Hadassah hospital in the Nicosia region.
- Israeli President Isaac Herzog attended the opening ceremony in Cyprus.
- This is the first Israeli medical center established abroad under its own name.
- The expansion strengthens cooperation between Israel and Cyprus in healthcare.
The Hadassah Medical Organization has inaugurated a new medical center in Limassol, Cyprus, marking a significant expansion of its activities beyond Israel. The center, named HADASSAH MEDICAL CENTER CYPRUS, offers advanced medical services including imaging, cardiology, neurology, and specialized clinics, leveraging Hadassah's expertise and quality standards. This move deepens the cooperation between Israel and Cyprus, with plans also underway to establish a new hospital in the Nicosia region.
During the opening ceremony, Israeli President Isaac Herzog described the event as a new and significant chapter in the partnership between the two nations, stating that the center symbolizes a bridge between their peoples and dedicated professionals committed to improving human lives. This expansion into Europe represents a historic milestone for Israeli medicine, as it is the first Israeli medical center established abroad bearing the name of a leading Israeli institution.
The initiative comes amid strengthening relations between Israel and Cyprus, extending beyond energy, security, economy, innovation, research, and tourism to now include healthcare. The Limassol center, which opened its doors a few weeks prior to the report, operates in continuous professional collaboration and consultation with medical teams from Hadassah in Jerusalem. The planned Nicosia hospital is expected to be a central component of Hadassah's operations in Cyprus, enhancing access to advanced medical care.
