Egypt partners with Zimmer Biomet to upgrade orthopedic care

EGYPT—Egypt’s Ministry of Health and Population has taken a significant step to enhance orthopedic and prosthetic care in public hospitals by signing a cooperation agreement with Zimmer Biomet, a leading US-based medical technology company, and its local distributor AZM.

The signing ceremony took place at the Ministry’s headquarters in Egypt’s New Administrative Capital on Monday, marking a milestone in the country’s healthcare development.

This partnership aims to introduce advanced orthopedic implants and prosthetic technologies into government-run healthcare facilities, ensuring that treatments meet international standards.

The initiative is expected to improve the quality of care for patients suffering from orthopedic conditions, such as joint problems and limb loss.

Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Health Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, who attended the ceremony, described the collaboration as a major advancement for Egyptian healthcare.

He emphasized that the partnership will speed up patient access to innovative treatments while easing the burden of orthopedic diseases on individuals and the healthcare system as a whole.

According to Ministry spokesperson Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the focus will be on improving orthopedic surgical procedures, particularly joint replacements, and increasing the availability of high-quality prosthetic limbs.

The project will adopt international best practices and state-of-the-art technologies to achieve these goals.

Zimmer Biomet was represented by Erik Antos, Vice President for Emerging Markets, while Amr Zekry, CEO of AZM, signed on behalf of the local distributor.

Antos expressed strong support for the partnership, reaffirming Zimmer Biomet’s commitment to sharing global medical expertise with Egypt.

He highlighted the company’s goal of empowering local medical professionals and enhancing patient outcomes across the country.

This agreement is part of Egypt’s broader efforts to modernize its healthcare system, which include upgrading infrastructure and fostering international collaborations to improve public healthcare services.

 The partnership with Zimmer Biomet and AZM is expected to play a key role in elevating orthopedic care standards and expanding access to advanced medical solutions for Egyptian citizens.

By integrating cutting-edge orthopaedic implants and prosthetics into public hospitals, Egypt aims to provide better treatment options for patients, reduce recovery times, and improve overall quality of life for those affected by musculoskeletal conditions.

This initiative also supports the government’s vision of aligning healthcare services with global benchmarks, ensuring sustainable and equitable access to high-quality care.

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