Michel-Yves Mourou, Esteemed Medical and Political Figure in Monaco, Passes Away
The former chief of radiology and National Council member is remembered for his dedicated service to the Principality.
Dr. Michel-Yves Mourou, a prominent figure in Monaco’s medical and political spheres, passed away on May 5, 2025. His death is noted as the loss of a ‘great servant of the Principality,’ whose medical and political career has left a lasting impact on Monegasque history.
Prince Albert II expressed his ‘sorrowful compassion’ upon Mourou's passing, honoring him as ‘a man devoted to the Principality, distinguished by the constancy and quality of his commitment to his fellow citizens.’ Mourou was a respected physician, known for his strong ethical values and dedication to dialogue.
Throughout his professional life, Mourou dedicated his services to the Centre Hospitalier Princesse Grace (CHPG), where he held the positions of head of the radiology department and later head of medical imaging.
He played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Medical Imaging Center of Monaco (CIMM) and co-founded the Monegasque Association for Alzheimer’s Research (AMPA).
In addition to his contributions in healthcare, Mourou was highly active in public life.
He served on the National Council for 20 years, later joining the Crown Council, which he presided over from 2009 to 2018. Following this period, he was appointed as a private advisor to Prince Albert II. An enthusiast of Monaco’s history, Mourou authored several works focused on the Grimaldi family and significant female figures in Monaco.
Thomas Brezzo, President of the National Council, also paid tribute to Mourou, stating, ‘Michel-Yves Mourou was not only an eminent physician appreciated by all, a great servant of the Principality, but also a valuable and respected member of our Assembly, notably as President of the Commission for Social Interests and Various Affairs (CISAD).
I extend, on behalf of the National Councilors, my sincere condolences to his family and close ones, with a more personal thought for his son Marc, our former colleague.’
Prince Albert II expressed his ‘sorrowful compassion’ upon Mourou's passing, honoring him as ‘a man devoted to the Principality, distinguished by the constancy and quality of his commitment to his fellow citizens.’ Mourou was a respected physician, known for his strong ethical values and dedication to dialogue.
Throughout his professional life, Mourou dedicated his services to the Centre Hospitalier Princesse Grace (CHPG), where he held the positions of head of the radiology department and later head of medical imaging.
He played a pivotal role in the establishment of the Medical Imaging Center of Monaco (CIMM) and co-founded the Monegasque Association for Alzheimer’s Research (AMPA).
In addition to his contributions in healthcare, Mourou was highly active in public life.
He served on the National Council for 20 years, later joining the Crown Council, which he presided over from 2009 to 2018. Following this period, he was appointed as a private advisor to Prince Albert II. An enthusiast of Monaco’s history, Mourou authored several works focused on the Grimaldi family and significant female figures in Monaco.
Thomas Brezzo, President of the National Council, also paid tribute to Mourou, stating, ‘Michel-Yves Mourou was not only an eminent physician appreciated by all, a great servant of the Principality, but also a valuable and respected member of our Assembly, notably as President of the Commission for Social Interests and Various Affairs (CISAD).
I extend, on behalf of the National Councilors, my sincere condolences to his family and close ones, with a more personal thought for his son Marc, our former colleague.’
