A new €7-million investment in the booming field of longevity medicine is setting the stage for Greece to enter one of the fastest-growing sectors in global healthcare. Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis visited the newly established longevity clinic in Glyfada, created by a major foreign investor who chose Greece to develop a state-of-the-art center targeting patients from the Middle East, Europe, and beyond.
Following his visit, Minister Georgiadis stated:“I fully support this type of investment. As Minister of Health, I will do everything I can to help it grow. Greece is entering a new, exciting era — and we will be a leading player in longevity.”
A cutting-edge investment bringing the future of medicine to Greece
The new center brings together some of the most advanced technologies and practices in longevity and preventive medicine, offering:
- high-end medical check-ups
- functional medicine protocols
- regenerative and anti-aging treatments
- primary care services
- same-day surgical procedures
The Minister emphasized the global momentum of the sector:
“Wherever I travel — the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Northern Europe, North America — longevity is the fastest-growing segment of global medical services. Greece can play a major role and attract significant investments.”
Designed for international patients — not the local market
This clinic was built with one clear objective: to attract medical travelers.
According to the management team:
- The facility includes 20 medical specialties
- It is designed to serve patients from the Middle East, Europe, and the United States
- Global medical tourism in longevity is growing by over 15% annually
- The sector is projected to surpass $600 billion by 2030
The investment is expected to create high-skilled jobs and strengthen Greece’s presence in a highly lucrative industry.
Minister Georgiadis: “The Ministry of Health will fully support such projects”
The Minister made clear his intention to encourage similar investments:
“The Ministry of Health will stand behind this initiative. Our doors are open. We will welcome investors and patients from all countries — and of course, these services will also be available to Greek citizens.”
He added that Greece’s geographical position, climate and medical expertise make it a natural destination for longevity tourism.
Why longevity medicine is booming worldwide
Longevity medicine focuses on extending not only lifespan but healthspan: the number of years one lives in good health. Its approach combines:
- regenerative therapies
- anti-aging treatments
- personalized preventive medicine
- advanced biomarker analysis
- functional nutrition
- high-tech medical screening
Global trends show:
- Over 40 million people traveled for health services in 2023
- Medical tourists spend on average €8,000 per trip
- Gulf countries invest billions in longevity and wellness hubs
- Europe shows 20% annual growth in longevity-related services
Greece, with its safety, climate, Mediterranean lifestyle and high-standard private healthcare, is well positioned to attract this market.
A strategic opportunity for Greece’s future
This new clinic is more than just an investment — it is a sign of where global healthcare is heading. With the political backing of the Health Ministry, Greece aims to become:
- a regional longevity hub
- a top-tier medical tourism destination
- an attractive entry point for Middle Eastern and European patients
- a country capable of hosting large-scale international health investments
As Adonis Georgiadis concluded:“In the new era of longevity medicine, Greece will not follow — Greece will lead.”
Source: pagenews.gr