• Egypt's healthcare system is divided into two parts: public and private.
• For decades, the government has funded a subsidized healthcare system to ensure health care for people who cannot pay it.
• The system is based on four separate financial agents: the government and the public sector, private entities, and individual and family out-of-pocket contributions.
• Healthcare providers from many industries compete due to the pluralistic nature of the system.
• As a result, patients have the option of picking their doctor based on their financial situation.
• Due to a lack of funds and an inadequate workforce, the public healthcare system is generally of poor quality.
• The government's investment in the public healthcare system is minimal, accounting for about 1.5 percent of GDP.
• The provision of health care in primary institutions in rural areas and those available in a metropolitan city like Cairo differs significantly.
• The capital is where the majority of specialized operations are performed.

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Healthcare services provided by the government

• Although the government has attempted to modernize public healthcare, the system is of poor quality and far from what a Western expat would expect.
• Even though public hospitals are accessible to Egyptians and expats, many Egyptians avoid them due to obsolete equipment, long treatment lines, insufficient staff training, and poor hygiene.

A privately-owned company provides healthcare

• Egypt's private healthcare facilities are of a high grade, with medical personnel experienced in treating foreign nationals.
• Expats can also get insurance that covers evacuation to another country and advanced and specialized medical care.
• Medical personnel, doctors, and nurses are often bilingual, so communicating in English will not be a problem.

Medication and pharmacies

• Pharmacies may be found almost everywhere in Egypt.
• Larger chains, such as El Ezaby, offer 24-hour services, and most pharmacies now offer home delivery, which can be scheduled over the phone.
• Expats should study local counterparts before relocating to Egypt because international brands of medications are not always available.

Egypt's health risks

• Expats frequently require some time to acclimate to Egypt's scorching weather. As a result, they must stay hydrated.
• Poor sanitation is also a problem; therefore, it's better to avoid drinking tap water instead of bottled water.

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• Cairo is Egypt's central medical treatment hub, with some of the country's best hospitals and clinics providing world-class medical care.
• Doctors speak English fluently, and most practitioners are known to spend time abroad improving their abilities, with the best clinics in Cairo treating virtually all foreigners.
• The capital city's medical facilities are regarded as the greatest in the country and northern Africa.
• Cairo's healthcare is regarded as the best in the country.
• In the capital city, there are around 30 hospitals with doctors and practitioners specializing in various specialties.
• There are also several high-quality medical clinics located across the city.
• When it comes to medical facilities, the international medical center in Cairo is one of the top alternatives for foreigners.
• Pediatrics, cardiology, gastrointestinal, and obstetrics are among the surgical specialties offered at the center.
• In the city, there are dozens of high-quality hospitals and clinics of various sizes and features.
• You must choose from the available specializations or consult with your embassy.
• In Cairo, there are several globally recognized hospitals and clinics.
• You can visit practically any drugstore to suit your medical needs because they are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• In the city, you also don't need a prescription to buy essential medications.
• Orders can also be taken on demand.

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The most considerable hospitals are listed below so that you can choose the ideal one for you.

Behman Psychiatric Hospital

• The Behman Psychiatric Hospital is one of Cairo's most prominent medical centers.
• It is Egypt's first private mental hospital, having opened in 1940 and becoming its oldest.
• The Royal College of Psychiatrists designated the facility as a teaching center in 1999, and expertise obtained here can be used to sit for the MRCPsych exam in the United Kingdom.
• The facility became connected with Wayne State University's psychiatric department in Michigan, USA, in 2000.
• The Behman Hospital is a significant center for psychiatric care and education in the Middle East, providing more specialized services in Helwan, our main hospital, and satellite units throughout the Middle East.
• Emergency, imaging, pharmacy, laboratory, in-patient, and blood bank services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• The hospital is equipped with cutting-edge medical technology that has helped it become one of the best academic medical facilities in the country.
• General Adult Psychiatry, Old Age Psychiatry, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Substance Misuse Clinic, Psychological Offerings, Learning Disabilities, and Sleep Disorders are among the hospital's services.

Cairo Scan Radiology Center 

• CAIRO SCAN, founded in 1983, is a renowned private supplier of diagnostic and interventional imaging services in Egypt.
• The founders of Cairo Scan envisioned a place where all Egyptians could go to get the best medical advice, backed up by cutting-edge technology and exceptional service.
• Hormones, Drugs Unit, Immunology, Cytochemistry, Flow Cytometry, PCR, Microbiology, Clinical Chemistry, Tumor Markers, and Hematology are among the lab departments that make up the diagnostic facility.
• MR Angiography, CT Scan, X-Ray, Ultrasound-Echocardiography-Doppler, Breast Imaging, Contrast studies, Nuclear Imaging & PET CT, and Interventional Radiology are among the radiological services provided by the center.

• The specialty medical center is fully equipped with three operation theaters, providing comprehensive services while balancing conservative treatment modules and daycare facilities.
• The team consists of well-trained professionals and staff with extensive experience.
• The specialty medical center is fully equipped with three operation theaters, providing comprehensive services while balancing conservative treatment modules and daycare facilities.
• The primary goal of this diagnostic facility is to provide residents of the community with the highest quality diagnostic health services in the fields of imaging and lab.

Saudi German Hospital, Cairo

• The Saudi German Hospital in Cairo is part of the Saudi German Hospitals Group, one of the Middle East and North Africa's leading healthcare providers (MENA).
• The Saudi German Hospitals Group is a multi-functional healthcare developer that creates its hospitals and collaborates with various international organizations.
• It is a tertiary care hospital with 27 departments, including orthopedics, traumatology, and cardiothoracic surgery.
• With a commitment to prioritize individuals by providing international level healthcare services, it offers reasonable prices without sacrificing quality or the environment.
• As a result, two years after its founding, it was awarded the prestigious JCI accreditation. Canada has also recognized it for its high-quality care and service.

• It also got the Swiss food safety management system certification ISO 22000:2005.
• It also acquired Temos International Healthcare Accreditation for excellence in medical tourism and international patient treatment. It is the first institution in Africa to receive this recognition.
• It created the "Cure in Egypt" campaign for international patients interested in learning more about their health plans and services.

As-Salam International Hospital, Cairo

• As-Salam International Hospital, located near the Nile River, is a tertiary healthcare provider that provides high-quality medical care and services and cutting-edge technological equipment and innovations.
• It is the flagship of the Alameda Healthcare System, and it is one of Egypt's most prominent private tertiary healthcare providers. Cardiac Sciences, Neurosciences, Cancer Care, Orthopedics, GIT & Liver, and Renal Sciences are among the 6 Centers of Excellence, along with more than 30 other specialties.
• Its JCI accreditation, which it has held since 2015, attests to its high-quality healthcare.
• It is the first in the Middle East to be awarded the JCI for COPD.
• In 2019, it was also given the same accreditation for Acute Myocardial Infarction.
• In 2020, it achieved ISO 14001 accreditation for environmental safety and international certification for the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) System for food safety.
• Its highly specialized German Center for Rehabilitation, equipped with cutting-edge technology and well-trained physiotherapists, is the first of its kind in Egypt, offering physical therapy and other associated treatments to assist patients in regaining physical ability following an injury or sickness.

Andalusia Hospital Al Maadi, Cairo

• Andalusia Hospital is a hospital in Andalusia, Spain. Al Maadi, Cairo is a member of the Andalusia Group, which operates primary and secondary healthcare facilities in Saudi Arabia and Egypt, including general hospitals, dental clinics, and polyclinics.
• In addition to Cardiology, Cardiothoracic, General Surgery, Oncology, ENT, Urology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Pediatrics, Neonatology, Orthopedics, Internal Medicine, and Intensive Care, the hospital has a dedicated facility for open-heart procedures and cardiac catheterizations.
• It is the first hospital in the country to offer 15 ambulatory care clinics.
• It has cutting-edge technology such as MRI and dye X-rays, ultrasound machines, and CT scans.

Air Force Specialized Hospital

• Air Force Specialized Hospital is the first in this new territory, and it can accommodate any future expansions of the area and the resulting population growth.
• The hospital has 400 beds (including private wings), 41 ICU beds (including isolation beds), 11 operating theaters, and 100 outpatient clinics and provides world-class health services in all medical areas.
• A multidisciplinary team of the best health care professionals from the renal, vascular, diabetes, and hyperbaric oxygen departments supervise specialized clinics to treat diabetic foot and neuropathy at the Air Force Specialized Hospital.
• This hospital provides the best possible healthcare services based on the most recent scientific findings and everyone's help.
• This includes making the best use of all available resources and overcoming any obstacles.

Zohairy Hospital

• The objective of Zohairy Hospital began with a mission to improve the overall health and well-being of the residents of the local community by delivering focused, cost-effective, and high-quality healthcare services to patients.
• This hospital makes it a point to keep their patients, create trust, and reply quickly to any feedback they receive through their complaints form.
• Zohairy Hospital is the number one hospital choice for the target market and is regarded as one of Cairo's most prestigious private hospitals.
• The strategic aim for this hospital is to increase our target market and become a valued healthcare provider. 
• The staff is well-trained, enthusiastic, and cooperative.
• Because they treat every patient with extraordinary kindness, respect, care, compassion, and sensitivity, their professional ethics are the reason for their name and fame.
• This hospital wants to be the best, innovate, and always look forward to implementing Value-for-Money policies in all of its treatments.
• One of the values that they employ to strive in the industry is integrity and honesty in communication.

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In conclusion, medical tourism in Cairo is a viable option for those seeking quality healthcare at an affordable price. With a variety of hospitals and clinics to choose from, there is sure to be a facility that meets your needs. So if you are considering medical tourism, be sure to add Cairo to your list of potential destinations. Connect with us at Mespoir and get all your healthcare-related assistance in one place. Mail us: care@mespoir.com or call +91 8882202803.

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