Vodafone Business Partners with Magdi Yacoub Foundation to Digitize Cairo and Aswan Heart Centers
In a significant milestone for digital healthcare transformation in Egypt and the wider region, Vodafone Business announced a strategic, end-to-end partnership with the Magdi Yacoub Foundation for Heart Diseases and Research to fully digitize both the upcoming Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Center in Cairo—set to open in 2026—and the renowned Aswan Heart Center.
Under this agreement, Vodafone Business will deploy an advanced digital ecosystem that accompanies every patient throughout their entire clinical journey, from the moment they enter the hospital until discharge. The integrated platform will include cutting-edge communications systems, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity solutions, and state-of-the-art health information technologies designed to elevate both clinical operations and patient experiences.
A New Benchmark for Digital Healthcare in Egypt
The partnership reinforces Vodafone Business’ role as a leading digital transformation partner for the healthcare sector, enabling the Magdi Yacoub Foundation—widely regarded as a regional center of excellence—to deliver world-class specialized cardiac services through a secure, efficient, and fully digital model that integrates care delivery with research and clinical training.
Commenting on the partnership, Mahmoud El-Khatib, Vodafone Egypt’s Enterprise Business Vice President, said:
“We are proud to collaborate with the Magdi Yacoub Foundation in this landmark project that places Egypt at the forefront of global cardiac care. Through this partnership, Vodafone Business is embedding its full digital ecosystem at the heart of the Foundation’s medical centers, enabling us to help serve more than 120,000 patients throughout their treatment journey. This is a major step in harnessing technology to serve humanity.”
Advanced Digital Solutions for Seamless Patient Care
Vodafone Business will provide a suite of healthcare digital solutions, including:
Hospital Information System (HIS)
Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS)
Telemedicine-ready infrastructure
Fully integrated platforms linking medical, operational, and research workflows
These technologies will allow clinicians immediate access to patient records, diagnostic images, and real-time decision-support tools, helping accelerate treatment pathways, reduce waiting times, and enhance the overall quality of care.
Foundation’s Vision: Technology to Amplify Humanity in Care
Professor Magdi Ishak, Chairman of the Magdi Yacoub Foundation, emphasized the transformational impact of the collaboration, stating:
*“This digital transformation, powered by Vodafone Business’ advanced solutions, will empower our clinicians with immediate access to medical data, imaging, and insights. We aim to speed up treatment, reduce waiting times, and expand opportunities for education and training. Technology here strengthens our humanity—supporting more efficient, more compassionate patient care. This marks a critical turning point in how