Chairman of Egypt Healthcare Authority: Over 11 Million Medical Services Delivered by EHA Hospitals in Luxor — A Milestone Reflecting the Success of Universal Health Insurance in Upper Egypt
Dr. Ahmed El-Sobky: More than 349,000 successful surgeries performed in Luxor hospitals — delivering world-class healthcare to Egyptian citizens
Dr. El-Sobky: Luxor’s hospitals are a pioneering model for integrated healthcare in Upper Egypt — supported by substantial investment and advanced medical technologies
Dr. Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairman of the Egypt Healthcare Authority (EHA) and General Supervisor of the Universal Health Insurance Project, announced that over 11 million medical and therapeutic services have been provided through EHA hospitals in Luxor Governorate — the first Upper Egyptian governorate to implement the Universal Health Insurance system.
He emphasized that this achievement underscores the success of the national health reform in enhancing the quality of healthcare services and boosting the performance and efficiency of affiliated hospitals in meeting the health needs of citizens with professionalism and excellence.
Dr. El-Sobky revealed that more than 349,000 surgeries and procedures have been successfully performed across EHA hospitals in Luxor, including advanced and complex operations in various specialties such as cardiac surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and cochlear implants. This reflects both the readiness of these facilities with world-class equipment and the high competency of the medical teams.
He described Luxor’s hospitals as a flagship model for comprehensive healthcare delivery in Upper Egypt, providing a full range of diagnostic and therapeutic services with a strong focus on enhancing patient experience and satisfaction.
EHA operates six hospitals in Luxor:
All facilities are equipped with the latest medical technologies, advanced laboratories, and state-of-the-art intensive care units, ensuring top-tier integrated care for all residents.
Dr. El-Sobky highlighted that the success of the Universal Health Insurance system in Luxor reflects the government’s commitment to a transformative shift in the healthcare landscape of Upper Egypt. He affirmed that the EHA continues to move steadily towards achieving universal health coverage, expanding access to high-quality services and improving clinical performance in line with global healthcare standards.
He further noted that major investments in Luxor’s health infrastructure have significantly improved hospital performance, with ongoing upgrades driven by new capital infusion and adoption of cutting-edge technologies. These advancements have enabled the delivery of specialized medical services to broader segments of the population.
Dr. El-Sobky also emphasized the growing reputation of Luxor’s hospitals as a premier destination for medical tourism, citing their service quality and sophisticated infrastructure. This evolution supports Egypt’s broader strategy to position itself as a regional hub for medical tourism, with EHA playing a central role by offering comprehensive healthcare packages and collaborating with stakeholders to promote this vital sector.
In closing, Dr. El-Sobky reiterated that Luxor’s EHA hospitals exemplify a progressive model for medical care, utilizing the latest treatment protocols and technologies to transform the healthcare experience and elevate the standard of services available to the people of Upper Egypt.
