Adonis Georgiadis: Greek NHS Transformed – Telemedicine, Pharmacies, and Prevention Nationwide in 2026!

“We will not let a single euro from the Recovery Fund go to waste,” declares Adonis Georgiadis, emphasizing that 2026 will be a milestone year for the Greek NHS. “We want a healthcare system that reaches everywhere and saves lives.”

Fund Utilization and Leadership

“In 2025, we exceeded all expectations – disbursing over €600 million!”

• The target of €500 million was surpassed by €100 million.
• Projects include hospital renovations, digital systems, and infrastructure modernization.
• Goal: no euro wasted, every project leaving a lasting impact.

“Greece shows it can use every available resource for citizens’ health,” the Minister says.

Surgery – Reducing Waiting Times

From 88,000 on waiting lists to under 30,000!

• Evening surgeries and online appointments have brought thousands of patients closer to needed care. “Better to wait 1-12 months than 5 years,” stresses Adonis Georgiadis.

Prevention that Saves Lives

The “Prolavo” program is changing prevention in Greece:

• 765,000 mammograms
• 808,000 cervical cancer screenings
• One in two citizens has used at least one preventive service.

“One life saved is worth more than a thousand statistics,” the Minister says, highlighting the human impact.

In the colorectal cancer program:

• 7,000 early cancers detected and treated thanks to preventive screenings.

Mental Health – New Strategy

• Major psychiatric reforms
• Counseling and helplines
• National self-harm prevention program
• Law prohibiting minors in bars with alcohol/tobacco

“Mental health is not a luxury; it’s a priority,” Adonis emphasizes.

Telemedicine and Pharmacies – A Nationwide Network

• 360 telemedicine centers across Greece
• Pharmacies as healthcare service hubs
• Access to diagnostic tests and medical advice without replacing doctors

“Pharmacies are not a burden; they are a social asset,” Georgiadis notes.

Supporting Domestic Pharmaceutical Industry

• Stable expenditure on generic medicines
• 10% of EU drug exports despite only 2% of population
• New-generation factories through 2026 investment plans

“Greece proves it can produce, export, and invest in the future,” he states.

2026 Goals – Comprehensive Plan

• 100% utilization of the Recovery and Resilience Fund
• Reduce staffing gaps in islands and remote areas
• Incentives for doctors in underserved regions
• Telemedicine integrated with pharmacies

“By 2026, we will deliver an NHS that is stronger, more efficient, and digitally advanced than ever before,” concludes Georgiadis.

Through projects, technology, and prevention, Adonis Georgiadis is transforming the Greek NHS into a modern, accessible, and effective healthcare system.Greece is winning the healthcare battle with Adonis Georgiadis leading the change.

Source: pagenews.gr