The certification of the General Cancer Hospital “Agios Savas” by the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) was announced by the Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, in a post on X.

On the occasion of this certification, Georgiadis commented: “No, the NHS is not collapsing; it is progressing and improving.”

He explained that this certification “proves the hospital meets the most stringent European standards of quality and safety. At the same time, it paves the way for further international collaborations, participation in European research networks, and—most importantly—offers patients access to high-quality services equal to those of Europe’s leading oncology centers.”

The General Cancer Oncology Hospital “Agios Savas” has successfully completed the accreditation process by the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI).

Accreditation by the OECI is one of the most demanding and recognized quality standards in Europe for cancer centres. It covers not only the provision of clinical services but also the holistic treatment of cancer, including research, education, prevention, and psychosocial support for patients. The fact that a Greek public hospital—specifically “Agios Savas”—has achieved this distinction is a significant milestone for the National Health System.

This accreditation confirms that the hospital meets the highest European standards for quality and safety. Furthermore, it opens the door to international collaborations, participation in European research networks, and, most importantly, enables patients to access care on par with that of Europe’s top oncology centres.

This success would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts of the hospital’s entire staff—medical, nursing, administrative, and technical. It serves as a model for other healthcare facilities, proving that excellence can be achieved within the public sector.

It is also important to note the financial support of €2,000,000 from the Ministry through the PDE—a contribution directly linked to patient quality of life, the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions, and the international reputation of the national healthcare system.

I would like to especially congratulate Mrs. Olga Balaura, who, as the administrator of “Agios Savas,” initiated this process, as well as her successors, Hospital Administrators Mr. Karandreas and Mr. Fasianos.

So no—the NHS is not collapsing; it is progressing and getting better.