Egypt’s Health Ministry prepares to launch new health tourism platform

EGYPT— Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Deputy Prime Minister for Human Development and Minister of Health and Population, has met with executives from the company in charge of implementing Egypt’s new electronic health tourism platform.

The discussion at the ministry’s offices in the New Administrative Capital is a crucial step towards the platform’s planned introduction in the near future.

In a statement, Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the Ministry of Health and Population, emphasised that this meeting was convened in alignment with directives from the President of the Republic.

These directives highlight the need to expedite efforts to launch the electronic platform, a critical component of Egypt’s Vision 2030 for sustainable development.

The platform aims to showcase Egypt’s capabilities in the health tourism sector, thereby positioning the country as a premier destination for global medical tourism.

During the meeting, the Minister of Health and Population received a comprehensive presentation detailing the services that the platform will offer.

Among the most notable features is the integration of artificial intelligence technology, which will enhance the user experience by providing personalized recommendations to platform users.

This innovative approach places Egypt at the forefront of health tourism and highlights the country’s commitment to leveraging advanced technologies to attract international patients.

Additionally, the platform will be equipped with multilingual capabilities, ensuring that users from diverse linguistic backgrounds can easily navigate it.

This will significantly enhance the overall experience for visitors, making Egypt a more accessible and attractive destination for medical tourists.

Khaled Abdel Ghaffar also stressed the importance of involving Egyptian doctors working abroad in the platform’s operations.

He directed the ministry to initiate contracts with these doctors, who will provide specialized health services to international patients.

However, the Minister also highlighted the necessity of rigorously verifying the credentials of doctors who wish to join the platform, ensuring that only qualified professionals are permitted to offer their services.

The Ministry’s spokesperson further elaborated on the platform’s features, noting that it will offer comprehensive booking services.

Patients will be able to search for healthcare providers, specialists, and medical centers that align with their specific needs.

The platform will provide detailed information about hospitals and treatment services, enabling patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare options.

Moreover, the platform will include telemedicine services, such as virtual consultations, allowing patients to connect with healthcare providers from their homes.

These services will be particularly valuable for follow-up care, as they enable patients to maintain contact with their healthcare providers even after returning to their home countries.

The platform’s multilingual customer service will further enhance its user-friendliness by addressing all patient inquiries promptly and effectively.

In addition to healthcare services, the platform will provide patients with educational resources, such as information on local tourism destinations near their treatment centres.

This element not only improves the patient experience but also promotes Egypt’s rich cultural legacy, which adds to the country’s attraction for health tourism.

As the platform approaches its official launch, Egypt is making major advances toward becoming a top destination for global health tourism.

Egypt intends to attract an increasing number of international patients by integrating cutting-edge technology, comprehensive healthcare services, and a strong emphasis on patient experience.

This will contribute to the country’s economic growth and global reputation in the medical tourism business.

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