Scientific conference on trauma management held in Nicosia

On Thursday, October 22, 2026, a scientific conference titled 'Trauma Center: The Battle of the First Hour' took place at the Shacolas Educational Centre for Clinical Medicine in Nicosia. The event was co-organized by the Trauma Center of Nicosia General Hospital and the Pancyprian Society of Trauma and Emergency Surgery 'MACHAONAS'.

The primary focus of the conference was the critical nature of the 'first hour' following a severe injury. Experts emphasized that effective trauma management requires immediate mobilization, precise clinical assessment, and seamless coordination among medical teams. Attendees exchanged knowledge on modern techniques for hemorrhage control and critical decision-making processes necessary to improve patient outcomes in complex trauma cases.

Nicosia General Hospital hosts the only Level 1 Trauma Center in Cyprus. The symposium served as a professional platform for healthcare providers to review current practices and enhance the specialized knowledge required to operate effectively within this high-stakes medical environment.