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Daily News Egypt
22-07-2025
- Health
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt hosts international neurosurgery conference to drive medical innovation
Egypt's Minister of Health, Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, on Tuesday inaugurated the Excellence in Neurosurgery Conference—a major international scientific gathering that unites top specialists from Egypt and around the world to explore cutting-edge advancements and share expertise in neurosurgery. In his opening remarks, Abdel Ghaffar highlighted the significance of the conference, which comes amid major progress in a field that exemplifies the fusion of advanced technology, multidisciplinary collaboration, and skilled human resources to deliver superior patient care. He noted that the Ministry of Health has prioritized neurosurgery through its inclusion in the Presidential Initiative to Eliminate Waiting Lists, launched in 2018. This initiative has enabled over 183,000 neurosurgical operations and 14,000 cerebral catheterizations, ultimately saving thousands of lives. The minister also pointed to the establishment of seven internationally accredited stroke centers, with plans underway to expand the network so that every governorate has access to rapid intervention and improved outcomes. During the conference, Abdel Ghaffar witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Egyptian General Authority for Healthcare and the Egyptian Health Council. The agreement aims to unify training and specialization frameworks in line with Egypt's Vision 2030, which seeks to build a modern, high-quality healthcare system. Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairperson of the General Authority for Healthcare, congratulated Abdel Ghaffar on receiving the Distinguished Leadership Award from the European Council for African and Middle Eastern Companies (ECAM). The award recognizes his leadership of the Arab Health Ministers Council over four years and his efforts to advance Egypt's health sector. El-Sobky noted that under Egypt's Universal Health Insurance system, more than 10,000 neurosurgical procedures have been carried out—75% of which were complex, high-skill surgeries, including 6,000 performed in the past year alone. He credited these remarkable achievements to strong political backing and investment in modern technology, such as surgical microscopes and neuro-endoscopy systems, which have significantly enhanced patient outcomes and shortened recovery times. Hamdy Nabawy, conference chairman, underscored the importance of the event as a platform for scientific dialogue that will help raise standards of care in this highly specialized field. Professor Si-Hun Kim of Korea University expressed gratitude for the invitation, sharing his experience of performing spinal surgeries in Egypt. He emphasized that ensuring pain-free recovery and the best possible patient outcomes should remain at the heart of every neurosurgical practice.
New Straits Times
03-06-2025
- Business
- New Straits Times
WTCKL's Irmohizam honoured with global leadership award
KUALA LUMPUR: World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) group managing director and World Trade Centres Association (WTCA) board director Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim has become the first Malaysian to receive the Distinguished Leadership Award by Exhibition Showcase in conjunction with the Exhibition Excellence Awards (EEA) 2025. In a statement issued by WTCKL today, it said that Irmohizam was recognised for his contributions to industry growth and for spearheading strategic initiatives aimed at reshaping the future of the business events sector. The EEA, hosted by Exhibition Showcase, is the largest industry awards platform in India, honouring individuals within the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions (MICE) and Business Events (BE) industries who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and driven transformative change within the sector. The award was presented on May 31 by the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) chief executive officer Michael Kruppe. This prestigious accolade celebrates industry leaders who have made significant contributions through their vision, leadership, and dedication to advancing the MICE and BE industries.
Malaysian Reserve
03-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Irmohizam first Malaysian to receive top award at EEA 2025
KUALA LUMPUR — Group Managing Director of World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL) Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim (picture) has made history by becoming the first Malaysian to receive the Distinguished Leadership Award at the Exhibition Excellence Awards (EEA) 2025 in Navi Mumbai, India. WTCKL, in a statement, said the event was hosted by Exhibition Showcase, India's largest industry award platform and held at the CIDCO Exhibition & Convention Centre on May 31. It said the EEA celebrates key figures and acknowledges the contributions of the unsung heroes in the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) and Business Events (BE) industries. 'Datuk Seri Dr Irmohizam Ibrahim's unwavering dedication to reshaping the future of the BE industry while setting new benchmarks for continued growth was recognised with this award,' the statement read. The award was presented by Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC) chief executive officer Michael Kruppe, in recognition of Irmohizam's transformative leadership and his pivotal role in reshaping the future of the industry. 'I am deeply honoured to receive this prestigious award as it reflects my passion and unwavering commitment to the growth and transformation of the BE industry. 'I hope that in the future we can build a more resilient, innovative and inclusive ecosystem that empowers industry players to succeed and thrive in an evolving global landscape,' Irmohizam was quoted as saying. Irmohizam, who also serves on the Board of the World Trade Centers Association (WTCA), was commended for his vision and impact in positioning Malaysia as a central hub for business events in the Asian region and globally. Other recipients include Ray Bloom, founder and chairman of IMEX Group; Mala Dorasamy, CEO of the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre; and Adeline Vancauwelaert, chief operating officer of UFI – The Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. In the statement, WTCKL also congratulated Irmohizam on his milestone achievement, citing his dedication as an inspiration to the industry. — BERNAMA
