Press Release: Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Athens Medical Group and the Ministry of Health of Egypt – 14/09/23
From left: Dr. Hatem Amer, Deputy Minister of International Relations, Mr. Omar Youssef, Ambassador of Egypt to Greece, U.N. Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Health & Population of Egypt, Dr. Vasilis G. Apostolopoulos, CEO of the Athens Medical Group, Mr. George Zerdilas, General Manager of the Athens Medical Group
In Athens today, 14/09, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Athens Medical Group and the Ministry of Health and Population of Egypt,
signaling the start of a new partnership between a private and public entity (PPP) and a transitional step forward in the cooperation between the countries in the health sector.
This strategic partnership stems from the shared vision of the two sides for the continuous development and improvement of the health system, improving medical services and the quality of life of their peoples every day.
From left: H.E. Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Health & Population of Egypt,Dr. Vasilis G. Apostolopoulos, CEO of the Athens Medical Group
The collaboration specifically concerns the transfer by the Athens Medical Group of its specialized know-how in the provision of medical services and its leading medical technologies to the already existing infrastructures of Egypt in the health sector.
This will result in the provision of high-quality health services, which will extend from diagnostic tests and treatments to the management of healthcare units and research in the health sector.
The Memorandum of Understanding highlights the strategic areas of cooperation between the two parties, emphasizing the development of centers of excellence in health, the exchange of know-how
as well as the joint pursuit in the field of research and innovation in health.
From top left and clockwise: Mr. Omar Youssef, Ambassador of Egypt to Greece, H.E. Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Health & Population of Egypt, Mr. George Zerdilas, General Manager of the Athens Medical Group, Dr. Vasilis G. Apostolopoulos, CEO of the Athens Medical Group, Dr. Hatem Amer, Deputy Minister of International Relations
This new partnership establishes a framework for a sustainable partnership, allowing both parties to work closely together under the same framework.
This partnership will bring enormous benefits to the healthcare sector, improving access to specialized medical services, and improving the resilience of the existing healthcare system in Egypt.
By combining the high-level capabilities of the Athens Medical Group with the Ministry’s commitment to improving public health, we aim to create a healthcare ecosystem that is responsive,
adaptable and focused on the well-being of every Egyptian citizen.
From left: Mr. George Zerdilas, General Manager of the Athens Medical Group, Dr. Hatem Amer, Deputy Minister of International Relations, Mr. Omar Youssef, Ambassador of Egypt to Greece, H.E. Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Health & Population of Egypt, Dr. Vasilis G. Apostolopoulos, CEO of the Athens Medical Group, Ms. Genoveva Chronopoulou, Biopathologist, Director of the Biopathology Laboratory of the Athens Medical Center, Ms. Ioanna Michou, Director of the Nursing Service of the Athens Medical Center, Dr. Anastasia Paglali, MD, PhD, former Director of the Biopathology Laboratory, President of the Nosocomial Infections Committee of the Athens Medical Center, Mr. Ioannis Kalofysoudis, Director of Quality Management Systems & Athens Medical Group Clinic Efficiency Measurement.
The Minister of Health of Egypt, Prof. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, after signing the MoU, stated:
“As we embark on this journey, we are committed to achieving a continuous improvement in the provision of healthcare in Egypt, ultimately improving the health and quality of life for all our citizens.
Together, we look forward to a future where excellence in healthcare knows no borders”.
The CEO of the Athens Medical Group, Dr. Vasilis Apostolopoulos, stated for his part:
“As the leading Greek healthcare group, we are ready to invest and proceed with the transfer of know-how with the aim of contributing to the promotion of the health of the friendly Egyptian people.
Through the sensitive sector of health, we also wish to contribute to the geostrategic cooperation and friendship of the two countries, which is stronger than ever today”.
