-        Delivering 236 specialized educational programs and academic courses, benefiting 1,849 graduates.

By : Basel Khaled

Siemens Healthineers, a global leader in medical technology, commemorates the inaugural year of the Siemens Healthineers Academy, a leading institution in medical training.  The academy's mission is to offer tailored programs and specialized courses for healthcare professionals and university students, empowering them with advanced knowledge and practical skills. By harnessing cutting-edge digital educational solutions, the academy bridges gaps in the local medical landscape, addressing the shortage of trained professionals and fostering a skilled workforce across Africa and the Middle East.

Crafted by industry experts worldwide, Siemens Healthineers Academy programs equip participants with the expertise needed to tackle clinical and technological challenges, ensuring sustainable access to advanced healthcare, offering a diverse range of courses totaling 236 over the past year, including 11 dedicated to continuous support programs, in addition to 1,849 graduates  which underscores the academy’s role in nurturing a scientifically and practically adept technical workforce, driving progress in the medical sector.

 Throughout the past year, the academy's initiatives and collaborations in Egypt have yielded tangible benefits for the healthcare sector. Notably, it actively participated in the Ministry of Health and Population's Women's Health initiative, offering certified workshops and continuous medical education for healthcare specialists. Practical training sessions utilizing ultrasound breast simulation models were conducted across multiple provinces, including Cairo, Alexandria, Tanta, Menoufia, and Luxor, benefitting numerous radiology technicians.

Emphasizing the significance of hybrid learning, the academy provided training for 108 radiology technicians from 19 provinces, combining online theoretical sessions with hands-on practice using state-of-the-art simulation devices for mammography imaging.

Commenting on the academy's milestone, Amro Kandil, Managing Director of Siemens Healthineers Egypt, stated, "At Siemens Healthineers, we are proud of the achievements of our academy, and we look forward to continuing our efforts with our partners to enhance healthcare in Egypt and beyond." Kandil added “Thanks to joint efforts with our partners, SH academy has provided a wide range of courses within one year. We firmly believe that continuous education, heightened awareness, and the integration of cutting-edge medical technologies are pivotal in advancing the medical sector. These endeavors resonate with Egypt's ongoing vision to comprehensively enhance the medical industry.

Thanks to the collaborative efforts of our partners, SH Academy has delivered a diverse array of courses within just one year. We firmly believe that continuous education, heightened awareness, and the integration of cutting-edge medical technologies are pivotal in advancing the medical sector. These endeavors resonate with Egypt's ongoing vision to comprehensively enhance the medical industry.

Siemens Healthineers Academy in Egypt remains steadfast in its dedication to effective social responsibility, fostering meaningful partnerships with esteemed medical institutions and universities, such as Children's Cancer Hospital 57357 and Cairo University.  Additionally, the academy launched specialized programs such as the "Break into the Market" diploma in the biomedical engineering to enable new graduates to explore diverse career paths and gain real practical experience.

To support students, the academy offered a summer training program that provided hands-on learning opportunities for engineering students from various universities, empowering them to apply academic knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Internationally, the Siemens Healthineers Academy extends its support to several African countries through tailored training programs. From ultrasound training in Kenya and Senegal to technical expertise in breast imaging devices and clinical ultrasound in Sudan and beyond, the academy is committed to nurturing a skilled workforce across the region, furthering its mission of advancing healthcare on a global scale.