American Medical Center highlights Nicosia and Limassol expansion amid 25th anniversary celebrations

AMC’s expansion plans were highlighted during a recent ceremony celebrating the 25th anniversary of The American Medical Center (AMC)/American Heart Institute (AHI).

Welcoming the guests to the celebration ceremony for the 25 years of service of the American Medical Center, Dr. Marinos Soteriou, one of the founders of the American Medical Center, made special mention of the future plans for the expansion of AMC's facilities in Nicosia.

More specifically, he mentioned the construction of a multipurpose tower, which will be connected to the rest of the buildings with flyovers and underground corridors, for unhindered access for patients. At the same time, he noted, the new facilities will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology while the most modern medical and therapeutic services will be provided.

Dr. Marinos Soteriou

Dr. Soteriou also focused on the under construction AMC Limassol, the new model Private Hospital in Limassol, which is anticipated to be a point of reference for Cyprus.

He noted it will operate on the basis of the most modern international standards and become one of the largest and most advanced Private Hospitals in the wider region.

In a brief history of American Medical Center, Dr. Soteriou, also referred to AMC milestones, noting that the beginning was made with the first heart surgery at American Heart Institute in July 1999, to reach, as he said, 2024 and the signing of an agreement with the Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG) for cooperation in the private sector of health services.

The actions of the American Medical Center in the field of health over the years, have essentially contributed to saving many human lives, Dr. Soteriou emphasised.

Also speaking at the event, co-founder of American Medical Center Dr.​ Christos Christou, an interventional cardiologist with 35 years of experience, noted that the founders’ vision was to provide top-notch cardiac care, combining the latest advances in cardiology and cardiac surgery with an unwavering commitment to human-centered care.

Dr. Christos Christou

He said that there had been many challenges and successes over the years, enabling a significant number of patients in Cyprus and the wider region to receive top quality care locally, without having to seek treatment abroad.

Dr. Christou noted that thousands of patients had been treated and many lives saved, establishing AMC’s reputation as one of the leading medical centers.

US Ambassador to Cyprus, Julie Fisher, speaking at the event, spoke of an extremely important day, which marks, as he said, 25 years of AMC's care and dedication to society. For 25 years, Ambassador Fisher pointed out, the American Medical Center has been a hospital in which a very large part of the population trusts the health of their family, while at the same time knowing that the lives of their loved ones are in good hands.

US Ambassador Julie Fisher

Also speaking at the celebration, Sir Paul Dujardin, a distinguished art historian and Director General of the BOZAR Fine Arts Center in Brussels, analysed the important relationship between art and the well-being of patients, a philosophy which he said was adopted by the American Medical Center, which houses important works of art in its premises, creating an atmosphere of euphoria and peace. which contributes to the recovery of patients.

Sir Paul Dujardin

It is impressive, noted Sir Paul Dujardin, to be here as it all ties in with what he envisions, he said, a world where hospitals and art galleries work hand in hand and doctors and artists work together to heal both body and soul.

As noted in a press release following the celebration, the American Medical Center currently serves more than 120,000 patients and performs more than 4,500 operations annually. It has 80 beds, eight operating theatres, state-of-the-art diagnostic infrastructure and a helipad, while it employs specialized medical, paramedical, scientific and administrative staff. Centered on people and the most precious commodity - Life, American Medical Center has received a significant number of local and international awards during its 25 years of operation.

Responding to the demands of the modern era, it invests in cutting-edge technologies, applies pioneering and innovative treatments and performs specialized and complex operations. The perfection of the infrastructure, the know-how and the excellent training of the staff, are a trademark of American Medical Cente .

It is also recognised as one of the most technologically advanced Private Hospitals in Europe. It is a green building that is friendly to people and the environment, while adopting the most modern ecological culture trends in its design and decoration.

The celebration event took place in the presence of the President of the Republic Nikos Christodoulides, the former President of the Republic Nicos Anastasiades, Ministers, Members of Parliament, officials and select guests from the political, business and medical world.

The guests who flooded the gardens of the American Medical Center were welcomed by the Center’s founders and initiators, enjoying a cocktail and concert featuring the works by famous composers, by the 50-member Orchestra of the Cyprus Music Academy, under the direction of Maestro Yiannis Hadjiloizou.