Egypt's Health and Population Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar announced the launch of a National Health Tourism Platform, aiming to position the country among the top 10 global destinations for medical and wellness tourism by 2030. The announcement came during the second meeting of the National Council for Health Tourism, emphasizing efforts to boost Egypt's international healthcare reputation. The digital platform is set to debut in November, streamlining bookings for medical and wellness services.
In a move to bolster the health tourism sector, Health and Population Minister Khaled Abdel Ghaffar announced on Wednesday the launch of the National Health Tourism Platform. Abdel Ghaffar stated that the platform would play a pivotal role in fostering trust among international patients, highlighting Egypt's blend of skilled medical professionals, state-of-the-art healthcare facilities, and unique natural resources as key factors making it an attractive medical tourism destination.
The digital platform will provide a streamlined, user-friendly system for booking medical and wellness services, allowing non-Egyptian patients to plan and manage their treatment journeys from arrival to departure while ensuring strict data protection and patient rights. During the meeting, proposals for the platform's logo were reviewed, and accreditation standards for healthcare providers were discussed to ensure compliance with international quality and safety standards.
Scheduled for launch in November, the platform aims to increase service transparency and accessibility. This initiative aligns with Egypt's National Health Tourism Strategy for 2030, which focuses on enhancing digital infrastructure, developing human resources, boosting international marketing efforts, and promoting sustainability in the sector.
Youth and Sports Minister Ashraf Sobhi emphasized the government's view of health tourism as a key pillar for sustainable development, integrating sports and wellness programs alongside medical treatment. Local Development Minister Manal Awad added that her ministry is working on upgrading infrastructure in key regions with natural and therapeutic assets to attract more international patients and tourists.