University of Nicosia medical school unveils cardiology history exhibition

On October 21, 2026, the University of Nicosia Medical School officially inaugurated a new permanent exhibition titled "The Evolution of Cardiology Diagnosis in Cyprus." The ceremony was led by Professor Adonis Ioannides, the Dean of the Medical School, in the presence of donors and academic staff. The exhibition showcases historical cardiac diagnostic instruments dating back to the 1930s.

The collection was donated by Dr. Lakis K. Anastasiades, Dr. Agis G. Antonopoulos, and Dr. Andreas A. Petsas, the founders of the Nicosia Cardiology Diagnostic Center. Established in 1977 as the first specialized diagnostic heart center in Cyprus, the center contributed various artifacts including early electrocardiographs and ultrasound systems. A notable highlight of the exhibition is the Ekoline 20 M-Mode echocardiograph, which served as the first ultrasound imaging system used in the country upon its installation at the center in 1977.

This initiative preserves the professional legacy of the Cypriot cardiology sector by documenting the progression from early portable devices to advanced ultrasound technologies. The exhibition now serves as a permanent educational resource for students and faculty, highlighting the significant milestones in local medical diagnostic history.