Ahmed Elsobky, Chairperson of the Egypt Healthcare Authority, announced a significant surge in Egypt's medical tourism sector, driven by healthcare improvements. The sector generated about $8m in revenue in 2025, treating around 35,000 patients from 124 countries.
Ahmed Elsobky, Chairperson of the Egypt Healthcare Authority, announced that Egypt's medical tourism sector is experiencing a significant surge, supported by improvements in healthcare services and higher standards across the Authority's facilities. These advancements are bolstering international patient confidence and reinforcing Egypt's position as a prominent destination in the global medical tourism market.
The Authority reported approximately $8m in medical tourism revenue in 2025, providing medical and treatment services to around 35,000 patients from 124 countries. This reflects the diversity of target markets and the expanding international reach of Egypt's healthcare offerings.
Elsobky noted that medical tourism revenues grew by 76.67% compared to 2024, rising from $3.7m, highlighting strong momentum toward achieving more ambitious targets. The Authority's strategy focuses on establishing Egypt as a trusted global medical tourism destination under the brand “In Egypt, We Care”.
Key initiatives include attracting international patients, offering specialised treatment packages meeting global standards, and deploying an integrated digital system to manage the patient journey. Looking ahead, the Authority plans to expand strategic partnerships with private insurance providers and brokerage firms to attract more international patients, maximise economic returns, and strengthen Egypt's position as a leading regional and global medical tourism hub.