Egypt Ministry of Health explores robotic surgery and medical technology localization

Egypt's Minister of Health and Population, Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, held meetings to advance the integration of robotic surgery and advanced medical technologies into the national healthcare system. Discussions with Technowave focused on establishing a specialized training center at the Princess Fatma Academy for Continuing Medical Education to qualify medical staff in robotic surgical techniques. Preparations are also underway to install surgical robots at the Nasser Institute.

Further discussions with international medical technology representatives aimed at utilizing advanced techniques to treat cardiovascular diseases, specifically targeting heart failure at the National Heart Institute. The ministry seeks to establish Egypt as a regional training hub for African medical professionals in robotic surgery.

Additionally, during a seminar at the American University, the Minister highlighted the National Health Strategy 2024–2030, noting that government health spending has increased significantly since 2014. He emphasized the importance of international partnerships with organizations like the WHO and UNICEF to support digital transformation, primary care, and the localization of medical device manufacturing.