Panagiotis Economides

Panagiotis Economides serves as Associate Professor in Endocrinology/Pathophysiology at the Faculty of Medicine, European University Cyprus. His clinical and research career spans over two decades with significant contributions to thyroid cancer diagnostics and diabetes vascular complications, including leadership roles at Harvard Medical School (2002-2003) and as Director of Economides Nicosia Endocrinology Center (2003-2019).

His academic credentials include:

• MD (1995), University of Athens, School of Medicine
• Diploma in Internal Medicine (1999), American Board of Internal Medicine
• Diploma in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism (2002), American Board of Internal Medicine
• PhD (2009), University of Athens, School of Medicine

Dr. Economides' research focuses on translational endocrinology, particularly thyroid cancer diagnostics using high-resolution ultrasound and thyroglobulin measurement, and vascular complications in diabetes involving endothelial function, kidney oxygenation, and therapeutic interventions. His work bridges clinical practice with advanced imaging techniques to improve diagnostic protocols for thyroid disorders and understand microvascular damage in diabetic patients.

Analysis of his 2002-2007 publications reveals consistent emphasis on thyroid nodule characterization and diabetes-related vascular pathophysiology, with methodological strengths in ultrasound imaging and physiological measurements. His research demonstrates strong clinical applicability in Cypriot and international endocrine practice.

His professional recognition includes:

• Research Fellow, William Randolph Hearst Foundation (2000-2001)
• Joslin Prestigious Award, Mary K. Iacocca Foundation (2002-2003)
• Research Award, New England Hellenic Medical Society (2002)
• Fellow, American College of Endocrinology (2008)
• Endocrine Certification in Neck Ultrasound (2016)

As Principal Researcher for multiple Cyprus-focused studies (2009-2019), he secured grants investigating thyroid cancer prevalence and ultrasound predictive value. His leadership extended through advisory roles in the Cyprus Endocrinology Society (serving as former President), American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, and European/American Thyroid Associations, where he contributed to clinical guidelines and educational initiatives.

Through his Economides Nicosia Endocrinology Center (2003-2019), he established a specialized clinical research environment integrating advanced diagnostics with patient care, particularly advancing neck ultrasound protocols for thyroid disorders in the Cypriot population.