Shefa Al-Orman - Cancer Treatment Hospital in Egypt

• Leading cancer treatment center in Luxor, Egypt, offering comprehensive oncology services.

• Utilizes state-of-the-art technology and a personalized approach to patient care, with advanced oncology treatments.

• Houses a wide range of medical specialties and advanced diagnostic and treatment equipment for cancer patients.

• Medical Expertise: Our highly qualified doctors and professors are leaders in their fields, ensuring top-tier cancer diagnostics and treatment.

• Advanced Technology: We are equipped with the latest medical equipment for precise diagnosis and effective treatment of all types of cancer, featuring modern oncology equipment.

• Comprehensive Care: Offering a wide range of medical specialties in cancer treatment, from medical and radiation oncology to surgical and pediatric oncology.

• Accreditation and Recognition: Proudly holds GAHAR accreditation, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001 certifications, an Excellence Award for Green Health Care Facilities, and memberships with UICC, Global Green & Healthy Hospitals, and BCNET, highlighting our commitment to quality cancer care.

• Patient-Centric Philosophy: With 350 inpatient beds and a team of over 1,500 employees, we prioritize individual patient needs and comfort, providing a supportive environment for cancer treatment.

• Medical Oncology: Comprehensive chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy for various cancers.

• Radiation Oncology: Advanced radiation therapies, including external beam radiation and brachytherapy.

• Surgical Oncology: Specialized surgical procedures for cancer removal, including plastic replacement and organ preservation.

• Pediatric Oncology: Dedicated care for children with cancer, offering tailored treatment plans.

• Nuclear Medicine: Diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using radioactive tracers, including PET-CT and Gamma Camera.

• Diagnostic Radiology: State-of-the-art imaging services including MRI, CT, mammography, and X-ray.

• Pathology Lab: Accurate and timely diagnosis of various cancers.

• Palliative Care Unit: Dedicated support for improving the quality of life for patients and their families.

• Rehabilitation Services: Physiotherapy and rehabilitation unit to aid in patient recovery and mobility.

• Specialized Surgical Units: Including Breast, GIT, Gynecology, Urogenital, Neurosurgery, and Head & Neck Surgery for specialized cancer surgeries.

• Accreditations: GAHAR (General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation) accreditation, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 certifications, showcasing our commitment to occupational health, safety, quality, and environmental management in cancer care.

• Facilities: Our hospital is equipped with modern amenities and cutting-edge medical technology for patient comfort and effective cancer treatment, providing a world-class oncology facility.

• Safety Protocols: We prioritize patient safety through strict adherence to health guidelines and advanced electronic health records (EHR).

Q1: What types of cancer do you treat?

We treat a comprehensive range of cancers, including but not limited to breast cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, gynecological cancers, urogenital cancers, neurosurgical cancers, and head & neck cancers. Our specialized units ensure a targeted approach for each patient.

Q2: What specialized surgical procedures do you offer?

Our surgical oncology unit performs the most recent techniques in treating all types of cancer, including plastic replacement and organ preservation procedures, such as breast reconstruction in breast cancer and bladder preservation in bladder cancer.

Q3: What diagnostic technologies are available at the hospital?

We utilize advanced diagnostic equipment, including a medical laboratory with Hematology, Microbiology, Immunology, Cytogenetic, & Chemistry Units, a Pathology lab, a Blood Transfusion unit, Diagnostic Radiology equipped with 1.5 Tesla MRI, CT, Mammography, & X-ray, and a Nuclear unit with PET-CT, Gamma Camera, and Radioactive Iodine therapy unit for precise cancer detection.

Q4: Do you provide palliative care?

Yes, we have a dedicated Palliative Care Unit focused on improving the quality of life for patients and their families through symptom management and supportive care.

Q5: How many patients does the hospital receive annually?

Each year, the hospital receives around 8,000 newly diagnosed patients and provides services to 550 to 600 patients daily, demonstrating our capacity and commitment to serving a large number of individuals seeking cancer treatment.

Q6: What accreditations does Shefa Al-Orman Cancer Hospital hold?

We are proud to have GAHAR (General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation) accreditation, ISO 45001 for Occupational Health and Safety Management System, ISO 9001 for Quality Management System, ISO 14001 for Environmental Management System, an Excellence Award for Green Health Care Facilities (Golden Level), and memberships with the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC), the international network of Global Green & Healthy Hospitals, and BCNET.