At the ceremony marking the delivery of two LUCAS 3 automated external chest compression systems to the Rhodes branch of EKAΒ, which took place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, the President of the Rhodes Medical Association, Marios Klonaris, was in attendance. Mr. Klonaris delivered a greeting, expressing the Medical Association’s support for any initiative that strengthens emergency medical services in the Dodecanese.
The event took place in the presence of EKAB President Georgios Charalambous, as well as Dodecanese MPs Mika Iatridis and Vasilis Ypsilantis. The event was hosted and organized by the EKAB Employees’ Union of Rhodes, chaired by Panagiotis Spanos, thereby demonstrating in practice the importance of collective effort in upgrading EKAB’s operational capabilities and supporting the work of emergency responders.
In his remarks, the President of the Rhodes Medical Association described the donation of the two LUCAS 3 systems as a particularly significant act of social contribution and a substantial investment in the protection of human life. As Marios Klonaris emphasized, “In prehospital emergency care, time is a critical factor. Especially in cases of cardiac arrest, every minute is precious, and the use of modern technological tools can significantly enhance rescuers’ capabilities when performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
He made special mention of the contribution of the Region of South Aegean—and personally of Regional Governor George Hatzimarkos—to strengthening the healthcare infrastructure of the Dodecanese, through significant initiatives and funding for the procurement of ambulances, modern medical equipment, and the upgrading of essential infrastructure.
At the same time, he emphasized that the unique geographical and health conditions of the island region make the need for coordination and cooperation between the State, local government, scientific institutions, and civil society.
Finally, the President of the Rhodes Medical Association warmly congratulated the Rhodes EKAB Employees’ Union, as well as the Lions Clubs of Ilioussa, Rhodes, and Halki, for their commendable initiative and their tangible contribution to strengthening EKAB’s equipment.