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From artificial intelligence to precision medicine — new opportunities in patient care take centre stage at the medical conference in Limassol Advances in modern medicine, the role of artificial intelligence and new prospects for…

19 October 2026 · 12:15

From artificial intelligence to precision medicine — new opportunities in patient care take centre stage at the medical conference in Limassol

Advances in modern medicine, the role of artificial intelligence and new prospects for patients in Cyprus were at the heart of Hadassah’s first medical conference in Europe. Leading scientists shared their insights with Cyprus Times.

Leading professors and physicians from the Hadassah Medical Organization in Jerusalem highlighted the developments shaping the future of medicine during their visit to Limassol for the organisation’s first medical conference in Europe.

As part of the conference, distinguished medical experts spoke to Cyprus Times on camera about key developments in their respective fields of expertise, as well as the significance of their presence in Cyprus.

Hadassah Presents “The Future of Medicine” in Limassol at Its First International Medical Conference in Europe

The conference, entitled “Hadassah’s Distinguished Professors and Physicians Live in Limassol,” took place at St Raphael Resort, under the auspices of the Cyprus Oncology Society and with the support of the Government of Israel.

Under the central theme “The Future of Medicine Is Here: Artificial Intelligence, Precision Medicine and the Transformation of Patient Care,” the conference introduced Cyprus’s medical community to the latest developments in oncology, orthopaedics, cardiology and neurology.

Particular emphasis was placed on the growing role of artificial intelligence in clinical practice and the potential of precision medicine to improve patient care.

The conference preceded the official inauguration of Hadassah Medical Centre Limassol, which took place later that evening.

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Professor Yoram Weiss, Director General of the Hadassah Medical Organization, discussed the use of artificial intelligence in developing new treatments and identifying the most appropriate therapy for each patient.

Cardiologist Dr Lakis Anastasiades highlighted the opportunities for knowledge exchange and collaboration with Hadassah specialists, particularly in the field of cardiology.

Yigal Molad Hayo, President of Hadassah Medical Limited, outlined the prospects arising from Hadassah’s presence in Cyprus, identifying the establishment of a hospital in cooperation with local partners as a long-term objective.

Professor Ram Mosheiff focused on advances in orthopaedics, including robotics and research into cartilage regeneration, while Professor Aron Popovtzer discussed efforts to develop personalised cancer immunotherapies.

Professor Offer Amir highlighted the use of sensors in monitoring heart failure patients, as well as ongoing research into the microbiome.

Dr Panayiota Petrou addressed the development of new biomarkers, identified through MRI scans and blood tests, aimed at improving the monitoring and management of multiple sclerosis.