Greece Health Minister addresses bio-resonance equipment controversy

Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis has addressed a controversy regarding the use of bio-resonance machines at the medical practice of Maria Karystianou in Thessaloniki. The issue arose after the Medical Association of Thessaloniki requested an official opinion from the Central Health Council (KESY) to determine if such practices violate the Code of Medical Ethics.

KESY’s findings state that bio-resonance machines lack scientifically proven therapeutic effectiveness and that the term ‘quantum medicine’ is not a recognized medical science. The Council concluded that using this equipment for medical purposes is unacceptable and that terms like ‘quantum medicine’ and ‘holistic medicine’ do not correspond to recognized medical specialties in Greece.

Georgiadis clarified that the process is being handled within institutional frameworks and is not a personal targeting of the practitioner. Karystianou has maintained that her use of the equipment is legal and that previous inspections of her practice were completed without issues. The final decision regarding potential disciplinary actions now rests with the Medical Association of Thessaloniki.