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All of the Clinics of the Athens Medical Group were inspected and certified by TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD), confirming the Group’s commitment to adopting sustainable practices and environmental management procedures. The relevant certificates were awarded at a special event that took place in the Athens Medical Group’s amphitheater.

The leading inspection and certification body in Greece, TÜV HELLAS, completed the inspection of all the Clinics of the Athens Medical Group, and subsequently proceeded with their certification according to the international standard EN ISO 14001:2015, which concerns the Group’s Environmental Management System, as well as the verification of the Group’s greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint according to the international standard ISO 14064:2018, which concerns the Emissions Management System.

from left: Mr. Georgios Zerdilas, General Manager of Iatriko Athens Group, Ms. Maria Pitsika, Chief Inspector of TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD), Mr. Christos Apostolopoulos, Executive Vice President of Iatriko Athens Group, Mr. Savvas Peltekis, CEO of TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD)

This is a particularly important certification, as it demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the Athens Medical Group to sustainable development, and the fact that the Athens Medical Center has taken a series of actions, practically upgrading its environmental footprint.

Specifically, the Athens Medical Group limited direct and indirect greenhouse gas emissions, investing in new mechanical and biomedical equipment, upgrading its clinics in terms of energy efficiency and constructing new structures (Thessaloniki International Oncology Center), in accordance with new technologies of sustainable development, reducing its carbon footprint and targeting a reduction in energy and thermal consumption in the medium term.

from left Mr. Nikos Vamvakaris, Chief Inspector TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD), Mr. Christos Apostolopoulos, Executive Vice President of Iatriko Athens Group

This environmental management certification and the verification of the carbon footprint are part of the long-term cooperation between the Athens Medical Group and TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD), which includes its inspection and certification in a number of application areas, which cover its core activities, risk management, food services, and its organizational and operational structures.

It is noted that the Athens Medical Group has completed 40 years of contribution and pioneering work, having contributed decisively to upgrading the level of health services offered in our country, holding for many years a series of certifications of its services provided, with the continuous investment in cutting-edge medical technology and know-how, the top human resources, Brain Gain and continuous training, as well as the largest corporate social responsibility program in the industry.

Ms. Vasiliki Kazasi, Managing Director TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD)

Commenting on the issuance of the new environmental management certification and carbon footprint verification, Executive Vice President of Athens Medical Group, Mr. Christos Apostolopoulos stated: “This universal certification and the verification of the Group’s carbon footprint is an important milestone on our path towards sustainability. It reflects our continuous efforts to reduce our environmental footprint and enhance our operational efficiency through responsible environmental practices. For 40 years, at Athens Medical Group we have been ensuring the quality of leading healthcare services, adopting and implementing best practices, always with respect for people and the environment.”

from left: Ms. Maria Pitsika, Chief Inspector TÜV NORD, Mr. Yannis Kalofysoudis, Director of Quality Management Systems & Clinical Efficiency Measurement of Athens Medical Group

Ms. Vasiliki Kazazi, Managing Director of TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD), said: “We are particularly happy to expand our cooperation with Athens Medical Group, certifying their environmental management systems. Ensuring sustainability is crucial for all companies, but it takes on particular importance in a critical sector such as healthcare. The Athens Medical Group has undertaken a series of initiatives in this direction, practically confirming its commitment, a fact that is also reflected through the successful certification according to two extremely demanding standards.

A few words about TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD)

TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD) is an Inspection, Certification and Training Organization, a member of the German TÜV NORD GROUP. It has been operating in Greece since 1987, providing independent Inspection and Certification services (Third Party Inspection-Certification) to the entire spectrum of businesses, both in the private and public sectors, in the fields of Technology, Quality, Safety, Energy and Environment. To date, it has certified more than 10,000 Quality Systems and provides internationally recognized certificates that constitute a passport of validity in international markets. In the field of Inspections, it participates and decisively determines the present and future of the Quality of Technical Works, having undertaken the inspection and certification of the largest infrastructure projects in our country.

TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD) has offices in Thessaloniki, Heraklion Crete and Ioannina, subsidiaries in Cyprus and Egypt and a global presence through the certification and inspection of projects around the world.

For more information, please contact Mr. George Friggas (6936028853, press@tuv-nord.com)

Executives of the Athens Medical Group and TÜV HELLAS (TÜV NORD)

A few words about the Athens Medical Group

The Athens Medical Group was founded in 1984 by Dr. G. Apostolopoulos with the vision to stem the flow of Greek patients who sought medical destinations in Western Europe and the USA.

Today, Athens Medical Group is the leading Greek Group for the provision of Healthcare Services, with 7 ultra-modern hospitals, which operate according to the strictest international quality criteria. The mission of Athens Medical Group is to provide high-quality, person-centered healthcare services.

It collaborates with highly specialized doctors and has a well-trained and experienced nursing staff and continuously invests in state-of-the-art biomedical equipment, with the latest technology.

The Athens Medical Group is the first hospital group in Europe to join the International Network of Collaborating Hospitals of the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. The two leading institutions will exchange experience, specialization, medical know-how and knowledge, promoting the common goal of providing medical excellence and top-notch services worldwide.