17 May 2022 | OnLarissa
The Faculty of Medicine at the University of Thessaly has made a landmark decision. It will establish an English-taught Medical Degree Program exclusively for international students.
The significance of this initiative was highlighted during a press conference on Tuesday, 17 May 2022. The event took place at the Hippocrates Amphitheatre, Faculty of Medicine, Biopolis Campus, Larissa.
The Faculty of Medicine is the first regional university medical department in Greece to establish an English-taught medical program.
A Major Step Towards International Academic Excellence
Professor Athanasios Giannoukas, Head of the Faculty of Medicine and Professor of Vascular Surgery, emphasized:
“New students will come to Larissa, bringing fresh energy to the Medical School. The initiative will also create opportunities for research collaborations with international universities. Emeritus professors will contribute to teaching and share their knowledge and experience. The Faculty of Medicine in Larissa ranks among the world’s top 300–400 universities. Our goal is to further enhance the quality of the Faculty.”
Professor Zisis Mamouris, Rector of the University of Thessaly, stated:
“This initiative will serve as an example for other departments of the University of Thessaly. It will encourage them to establish similar programs and help promote the University internationally. It is a major undertaking. This is the fourth such program in Greece, and I believe it will be highly successful.”
Larissa as an Attractive Destination for International Medical Students
Professor Theofilos Karachalios, Professor of Orthopaedics at the Faculty of Medicine, highlighted the advantages of Larissa:
“Larissa offers a safe environment. Its status as a medium-sized city makes it particularly attractive. Both medical programs feature highly advanced educational approaches, offering multiple benefits for everyone involved.”
Professor Alexandros Daponte, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the Faculty of Medicine, stressed the importance of local community support:
“It is very important for the city of Larissa to embrace this initiative.”
Strengthening Medical Education and International Collaboration
Professor Dimitrios Bogdanos, Professor of Immunology at the Faculty of Medicine, commented:
“The Faculty of Medicine in Larissa is one of the fastest-developing medical departments in Greece. We must continue building on this remarkable progress.”
Finally, Professor Ioannis Tsougos, Professor of Medical Physics and Vice Head of the Faculty of Medicine, underlined:
“This decision was the result of extensive collaboration and interaction. We call upon the local community of Larissa to welcome these students. This will help ensure that everyone benefits from the initiative.”
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