Aswan Heart Center, Cairo

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About Aswan Heart Center, Cairo

Aswan Heart Center is one of the prominent cardiac specialty centers established by the Magdi Yacoub Foundation (MYF) in 2009.
Initially, the facility comprised two surgical suites, one catheterization suite, and 12 intensive care unit (ICU) beds.
For the initial phase, twelve young Egyptian doctors and nurses were recruited.
Over subsequent years, the operational model underwent refinement, and the Aswan Heart Centre evolved from a concept into a state-of-the-art hospital.
The Centre conducts approximately 1100 open heart surgeries, 2800 cardiac catheterizations, and over 25,000 outpatient consultations.
Pediatric patients constitute 60% of the surgical cases, with 20% of the total surgical activity focused on treating Rheumatic Heart Disease.
AHC serves as a referral hub for Transposition of the Great Arteries (TGA) cases, both in neonatal and neglected patient populations.
The center also handles numerous cases of inherited heart muscle diseases and channelopathies, including those resulting from recessive genetic disorders due to high rates of consanguinity.
These aspects highlight the uniqueness of the clinical program and its significant potential for research, particularly in areas such as disease management (utilizing imaging, biomarkers, and 3D technology) and uncovering disease mechanisms.

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Address: St. off, 7 Aziz Abaza, 26 July St, Zamalek, Cairo Governorate, Egypt
Airport: 21.4 Km

Currently, the Aswan Heart Center boasts over 600 dedicated Egyptian personnel, including 100 doctors and 270 nurses, contributing to its esteemed reputation as one of Egypt's and the world's premier medical institutions.

The Aswan Heart Centre (AHC), a 100-bed facility, is situated approximately 1,000 kilometers south of Cairo in Upper Egypt. It has provided medical evaluation to over 300,000 underprivileged outpatients.
Additionally, AHC has conducted more than 35,000 heart procedures.
The center is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, including a well-equipped catheterization lab, ICUs, NICUs, PICUs, wards, etc.
It has the latest technology equipment, such as transthoracic and trans-esophageal 2D and 3D echocardiography, exercise ECG, exercise and dobutamine stress echocardiography, cardiopulmonary exercise testing, and heart rhythm monitoring.

The AHC initiative was designed to ensure medical and financial viability, functioning 24/7.
Its primary aim is to cater to the healthcare needs of the most marginalized communities.
The center offers top-notch medical services from proficient local healthcare professionals who undergo rigorous training.
They also offer an observership and fellowship program for the medical graduates, helping them stay up-to-date with the latest technologies.
The center has a free Wi-Fi and food facility and a well-equipped room for admitted patients.
The center provides comprehensive support and aid throughout the treatment process, starting from initial inquiries to assisting with visa procedures and arranging accommodations for patients traveling from abroad.

The AHC research program is closely aligned with clinical operations and encompasses studies spanning from Population to Disease-Based research.
A multidisciplinary approach at AHC enables teams with diverse backgrounds and expertise to collaborate seamlessly.
The Clinical Program is a valuable and unique resource for research endeavors, contributing significantly to nearly all projects.
The Research Laboratories at AHC, equipped with Life Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Platforms, are managed by highly skilled scientists and PhDs.
This integrated research program at AHC encompasses population science, translational research, and basic science studies, focusing on diseases relevant to Egypt, Africa, and globally, particularly neglected diseases like Rheumatic Heart Disease and Pulmonary Hypertension.
By establishing state-of-the-art investigative platforms, including Next-Generation Sequencing, advanced microscopy, molecular and cellular biology techniques, biochemical assays, and biomedical engineering, AHC has laid a strong foundation for translational research.

Patient Care Philosophy

Aswan Heart Center provides a comprehensive range of heart facilities with the aim of treating and managing the complex heart conditions of the Egyptian people.

Quality and Safety Measures

To maintain high-quality standards, the center consistently provides quality training for clinical and non-clinical staff.

Patient Satisfaction Initiatives:

The Aswan Heart Centre presents an innovative cardiovascular surgery, treatment, and research advancement.
Its objective is to impart knowledge, expertise, and experiences to future generations and neighboring regions.
Additionally, the center strives to foster the establishment of a biomedical and innovation knowledge repository that can be shared and beneficial globally.