Important statements by Adonis Georgiadis on the future of healthcare in Greece
The Minister of Health, Adonis Georgiadis, recently participated in the 16th "Future of Healthcare" conference, where the challenges and prospects of the Greek healthcare system were discussed. At the center of his speech was the government's effort to balance fiscal discipline with the need to upgrade the services provided to citizens.
One of the main topics that occupied the discussion was the issue of "clawback," i.e., the automatic refund of money from pharmaceutical companies to the State when expenditures exceed predetermined limits. Mr. Georgiadis acknowledged that the clawback remains at high levels, which constitutes a significant challenge for the pharmaceutical market.
However, the Minister emphasized that, despite these difficulties, the government has managed to create the necessary "fiscal space." The goal of this policy is to strengthen innovation in the healthcare sector so that Greek patients have access to new, modern treatments and medicines that meet the needs of the times.
This position underscores the importance the Ministry of Health places on attracting investments and encouraging research. The government seeks to maintain the sustainability of the healthcare system while ensuring that technological progress ultimately reaches the citizens who need it most.