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Daily News Egypt
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt issues nearly 20 million digital treatment approvals as health insurance digitalisation accelerates
Egypt's Ministry of Health and Population announced on Saturday that nearly 20 million electronic treatment approvals were issued during the 2024/2025 fiscal year through the General Authority for Health Insurance, marking a major step forward in the country's healthcare digitalisation efforts. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, spokesperson for the ministry, described the development as a 'significant breakthrough' in digital transformation. He noted that over 13 million online appointments have been made across 250 clinics, with a further 120 clinics currently undergoing digital conversion and receiving new technical infrastructure. In addition, 160 clinic archives have been fully digitised, with work ongoing on another 247. The authority has also automated 239 medical warehouses, as well as several specialised medical committees—including those for cardiology, cochlear implants, blood, and growth hormone treatments. Hospitals have been integrated into the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), streamlining the management and sharing of medical imaging. Ahmed Mostafa, Head of the Health Insurance Authority, announced that the digital platform of the New Administrative Capital Hospital has been successfully linked to the National Unified Emergency and Safety Network. He added that preparations are underway to activate artificial intelligence (AI) services and upgrade the digital infrastructure across affiliated hospitals. Mostafa reaffirmed the Authority's commitment to Egypt's national digital strategy, emphasising that digitalisation is a central pillar of ongoing healthcare reform. He stressed that these efforts aim to enhance service quality, operational efficiency, and patient outcomes across the country.
The Citizen
09-06-2025
- Health
- The Citizen
Gauteng hospitals get major tech overhaul to slash scan backlogs
New MRI machines have been successfully installed at Steve Biko Academic Hospital and George Mukhari Academic Hospital. The Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has ramped up the installation of new MRI machines at key hospitals across the province in a bid to modernise diagnostic services and reduce lengthy waiting times. This follows growing pressure on public health facilities due to outdated equipment, high demand, and historic staff shortages. Gauteng Health and Wellness MEC Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko said upgrades are well underway, with several hospitals now operating new MRI units as part of a broader turnaround strategy. 'We have taken steps to ensure that MRI machines are supported by service-level agreements to prevent lengthy downtimes and ensure quick resolution of technical faults,' said Nkomo-Ralehoko. Key hospitals equipped with new machines New MRI machines have been successfully installed early this year at Steve Biko Academic Hospital, Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital, and Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. 'These machines were commissioned in early 2025, enabling significant improvements in service delivery and reducing reliance on older, often faulty equipment.' Steve Biko recently replaced a decommissioned MRI unit, while Charlotte Maxeke commissioned a new machine in March. Chris Hani Baragwanath also has a functional MRI machine, completing the rollout across Gauteng's four central hospitals. At the tertiary level, Helen Joseph, Kalafong, and Rahima Moosa hospitals also provide MRI services. Meanwhile, installation at Tembisa Hospital is ongoing following delays caused by a fire in the imaging section. ALSO READ: Health MEC says Tembisa Hospital still operational after fire, confirms no injuries [PICS] Backlogs and emergency prioritisation Despite improvements, Charlotte Maxeke Hospital has a backlog of 2 347 patients awaiting MRI scans, followed by 450 at Dr George Mukhari. To ease these pressures, the department has extended imaging hours, improved booking systems and increased radiology staffing. 'Urgent and emergency scans are prioritised across the province,' the department said, noting that hospitals such as Steve Biko and Dr George Mukhari offer same-day MRIs for emergency cases. Where facilities lack MRI machines, patients are referred to nearby hospitals based on clinical urgency. This referral model is monitored daily to avoid missed cases. ALSO READ: Operations continue at Tembisa hospital after second fire in less than a week Tech upgrades and safety measures In addition to equipment upgrades, the department is enhancing digital systems like PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) to streamline image storage and reporting. It is also exploring helium-free MRI technology to prevent disruptions caused by cable theft. 'The Department reiterates its commitment to ensuring equitable access to diagnostic services across all regions. 'We will continue to communicate transparently with the public on service availability and improvements,' said Nkomo-Ralehoko. NOW READ: Gauteng health urges parents to take children for immunisation
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
NEIGRIHMS gets advanced med tech for better treatment
1 2 Shillong: Director of the North Eastern Indira Gandhi Regional Institute of Health and Medical Sciences ( NEIGRIHMS ), Dr. Nalin Mehta, on Wednesday inaugurated a Biplane Digital Subtraction Angiography (DSA) system and a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)."This state-of-the-art technology enhances the hospital's capabilities in diagnosing and treating complex neurological and blood vessel conditions. This will be the second biplane DSA in the northeast, a boon not only for the people of Meghalaya, but for the entire region," a NEIGRIHMS statement newly installed Biplane DSA system offers high-resolution, real-time imaging from two perpendicular angles, providing comprehensive views of blood vessels in the brain and other critical areas, thus adding precision in neurovascular imaging . The dual-plane imaging facilitates accurate diagnosis and precise guidance during interventional procedures such as aneurysm coiling, arteriovenous malformation treatment, and stroke interventions. The integration of the PACS system enables healthcare professionals to access patient images and reports instantly from any location within the hospital network, facilitating timely and accurate diagnoses.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
BHU Trauma Centre unveils digital initiatives
Varanasi: For patient-centric healthcare , the Trauma Centre of the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), Banaras Hindu University (BHU), on Wednesday unveiled a suite of pioneering digital initiatives designed to redefine trauma care delivery . The inauguration ceremony was attended by Mayor Ashok Tiwari, BHU ex-officiating VC and rector professor VK Shukla and BHU VC professor Sanjay Kumar, among others. Professor Saurabh Singh, professor in-charge, Trauma Centre, gave a briefing on the groundbreaking developments under the theme 'Transforming Trauma Care: A Paradigm Shift as PACS and Digital Integration Redefine Medical Imaging.' He said that at the heart of this revolution lies the full-scale deployment of the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) - an advanced digital imaging technology that eradicated the reliance on outdated, film-based diagnostics. The trauma centre launched several other patient-centric initiatives like mobile PACS integration and the 'e-X-Ray' initiative, an app-based grievance redressal mechanism, empanelment and integration with National Digital Health Infrastructure , a Trauma Centre website, and a seamless e-payment gateway.
