Shubra El-Kheima, situated just north of Cairo in the Qalyubia Governorate, is Egypt’s fourth-largest city. As of 2023, it has an estimated population of approximately 1.28 million residents. The city’s demographic profile is youthful, with a median age of 24.5 years, reflecting a significant proportion of young inhabitants. Historically an industrial hub, Shubra El-Kheima continues to evolve, with ongoing efforts to enhance its healthcare infrastructure to meet the needs of its growing and dynamic population.
HEALTHCARE INSIGHTS
- Environmental Health Concerns: A study assessing hospital admissions for respiratory diseases attributed 311 cases to SO₂ exposure and 234 cases to NO₂ exposure in Shubra El-Kheima, highlighting the impact of air quality on respiratory health.
- Perceived Service Quality: Surveys reveal that over 74% of young residents rate local hospital services as average or poor, citing issues such as inadequate staffing, insufficient medical supplies, and prolonged wait times.
- In February 2025, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly directed the allocation of EGP 25 million to Al-Nas Hospital in Shubra El-Kheima.
- In June 2024, Al-Nas Children’s Hospital hosted an event where 80 children and their families assembled Egypt’s largest puzzle, measuring 7 by 2 meters.
- In April 2024, Dr. Reda Hegazy, Minister of Education and Technical Education, visited Al-Nas Children’s Hospital.
LIST OF HOSPITALS
| PUBLIC HOSPITALS | |
| Sr. No | HOSPITAL |
| 1 | Al-Nas Hospital for Children – 600 Beds |
| 2 | Nasser General Hospital |
Shubra El-Kheima is home to 61 private hospitals. Specific details regarding the names and bed capacities of these private institutions are not provided in the current sources.
DIAGNOSTIC CENTRE
- Techno Scan Shubra El-Kheima Branch
- Speed Lab
- Fast Scan
- Omran Radiology
- Al Nas Hospital Radiology Department
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