November 30, 2025

Assiut University, under the leadership of Professor Ahmed Al-Minshawy, inaugurated today the Scientific Day titled “Presidential Initiatives and Sustainable Health Development” under the motto “Healthy Individual = Strong Nation”, organized by the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector in collaboration with the Egyptian Thyroid Association and the Sustainable Development Center. The event was held under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, with the participation of Dr. Mohamed Hassani.

The event was part of efforts to support the state’s initiatives to develop the healthcare system and integrate academic and medical efforts to serve society. It was attended by Professor Mohamed Zein, Assiut Governorate Health Director, Professor Hoda Makhlouf, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for Community Service and Environmental Development, Professor Ghada El-Khatib, Head of the Endocrinology and Diabetes Unit at Assiut University and President of the Egyptian Thyroid Association, Professor Saleh Mahmoud, Director of the Sustainable Development Center, along with a number of deans, university physicians, Ministry of Health and Interior officials, and other academic and executive leaders.

At the opening, Professor El-Minshawy welcomed the university’s guests and praised the role of presidential initiatives in improving the quality of healthcare services, early detection rates, and specialized care. He emphasized the university’s commitment to supporting national development efforts across various sectors, particularly healthcare as a pillar in building the Egyptian individual.

Professor El-Minshawy highlighted the university’s efforts to strengthen cooperation with all healthcare institutions in the governorate, including Manfalout Central Hospital and Dairout Oncology Hospital. He added that the new University Oncology Hospital represents a model for an advanced, comprehensive medical center, stressing the importance of supporting this vital institution to enhance the healthcare system in line with the highest standards of quality.

He also affirmed that the Scientific Day reflects the Egyptian state’s vision of prioritizing citizens’ health as a national priority. The presidential health initiatives have created a qualitative leap in healthcare service quality, early detection, and specialized care. The university plays an essential role in supporting these national efforts across all development sectors, particularly in the healthcare domain.

The university president explained that the motto “Healthy Individual = Strong Nation” reflects the fundamental truth that human health is the cornerstone of societal progress and national prosperity. The national health initiatives aim to provide comprehensive medical care, raise health awareness, and encourage a healthy lifestyle across all community segments.

Professor El-Minshawy emphasized the university’s role as a knowledge hub and a key driver in supporting state plans and strategic vision, highlighting its distinguished medical and scientific staff, major university hospitals, and advanced research laboratories. These resources have contributed to raising health awareness, providing advanced services, and actively participating in national health initiatives, particularly in Upper Egypt.

He also outlined the university’s efforts in completing the new University Oncology Hospital, the largest medical, therapeutic, and research center in Egypt, which aims to provide the latest diagnostic and treatment services for cancer patients in Upper Egypt.

Professor Mohamed Hassani expressed his appreciation for participating in the Scientific Day, emphasizing that the health of Egyptian citizens is a pillar of national security and fundamental to building the human capital of the New Republic. He reviewed the major healthcare challenges from ten years ago, current economic and regional challenges, and the launch of major health projects. He noted that the implementation of national health initiatives and the comprehensive health insurance system has effectively restructured the healthcare sector, improving health indicators and expanding services for citizens.

Professor Hassani praised Assiut University for its active role in supporting the healthcare sector, highlighting that the university is a leading model among Egyptian universities in participating in presidential health initiatives and expanding services offered to citizens.

Professor Mohamed Adawy emphasized that health policies are a top priority for any country, noting that sustainable development cannot be achieved without health. He pointed out that health initiatives are a central tool to address real risks in favor of citizens and society, and that the event provides an opportunity to analyze existing health policies, follow ongoing work, and present visions for future development.

Professor Mohamed Zein, Assiut Governorate Health Director, expressed his appreciation for Assiut University’s vital role in providing scientific expertise and consultancy to the healthcare sector, commending its support for projects such as Assiut General Hospital, Manfalout Central Hospital, and Dairout Oncology Hospital, as well as providing ventilators, incubators, and intensive care units, which have significantly contributed to improving healthcare services and medical staff.

Professor Hoda Makhlouf expressed her gratitude to everyone involved in the Scientific Day, highlighting the role of Assiut University hospitals and the Faculty of Medicine in national health initiatives, including efforts to eliminate waiting lists, the Hayah Karima initiative, and early detection of breast and gynecological cancers through medical convoys and awareness campaigns, which have strengthened community health and service quality.

Professor Ghada El-Khatib stressed that the presidential health initiatives embody the state’s vision of investing in human capital as a key element for the nation’s future. She highlighted the role of the Egyptian Thyroid Association in supporting these efforts by raising health awareness and developing medical staff skills through seminars, workshops, and international conferences in collaboration with health and research institutions in Egypt and globally.

The inauguration included videos showcasing presidential initiatives and the achievements of Assiut University Medical City, including hospitals, specialized units, and new infrastructure and medical services.

The Scientific Day featured four specialized sessions addressing key topics for building a modern healthcare system: integrating health initiatives to achieve Egypt 2030 Vision, child health and investing in the future, women’s health towards comprehensive and sustainable care, and chronic diseases and obesity towards a healthy and sustainable society.

Specialized medical teams also participated in early cancer screening, general health assessments, diabetes testing, women’s health checkups, and awareness campaigns on healthy marriage and hereditary diseases, enhancing health education and familiarizing the university community with various health initiatives and programs.

The event concluded with the presentation of Assiut University shields to Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, Professor Mohamed Hassani, and the Egyptian Thyroid Association in recognition of their efforts to support national initiatives and promote community health.