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Hadassah Medical Centre Limassol Under Review by Cypriot and Israeli Authorities
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Core Examination of Services and Licences
The Cyprus Ministry of Health and the Cyprus Medical Association (PIS) are conducting separate investigations into the operations of Hadassah Medical Centre Limassol. The Ministry is assessing whether the centre’s remote medical opinions and other services comply with Cyprus legislation, while PIS is reviewing the presentation of a doctor on the centre’s website under the specialty “Preventive, Regenerative Medicine and Longevity,” which is not recognised in Cyprus.
Background and Regulatory Context
Hadassah’s sole licence, granted about a month before the investigations, covers an imaging centre only; the centre does not hold a hospital licence or a separate licence authorising broader healthcare activities. The Ministry is examining whether remote tele-conferencing for second opinions constitutes “direction of medical procedures,” a distinction that has not been confirmed. The Cyprus Medical Association became aware of the specialty-designation issue roughly two weeks before the current review.
Official Statements and Responses
Deputy Director General Dr Elisavet Constantinou told the Cyprus News Agency that officials are evaluating the relevant legal provisions and may seek cooperation from the Israeli Ministry of Health, though no request has been made public. A source within PIS confirmed the association’s review of the non-recognised specialty label. Hadassah Medical Centre issued a statement rejecting the allegations, asserting that it holds all required licences, has not performed plasmapheresis on any patient, and that its website is being updated to reflect current collaborators. Israel’s Ministry of Health said Hadassah did not notify it of the Cyprus project and has asked the hospital for clarification and additional information about the intended services.
Data and Operational Details
Hadassah reported providing a list of 15 doctors and two clinical dietitians, employing five licensed nurses and seven physiotherapy and exercise professionals, with additional discussions ongoing with another 15 doctors. The centre received state funding of 162 million shekels (over €46.5 million) in the previous year, though it stated that no funds were invested in the Limassol site. A plasmapheresis system and ozone-therapy unit were declared to the Ministry on 26 August after a meeting on 4 August; the equipment was moved to Nicosia offices and inspected on 29 September, as noted in a letter dated 16 October.
Ongoing Review and Future Steps
Both Cypriot bodies continue their examinations, and the Ministry may involve the Israeli health authority as the review progresses. The centre’s application to convert part of the facility into a day-care treatment unit received preliminary approval on 7 October (application 180049-EA15) but remains pending final approval. Further licensing decisions and any required corrective actions will be communicated to Hadassah as the investigations conclude.