Egypt’s Healthcare Authority (EHA) said on Friday that doctors at Fayid Specialised Hospital in Ismailia successfully performed a complex revision surgery on an elderly patient’s artificial hip joint, highlighting what officials described as major advances in the country’s public health system.
The operation was featured in the latest episode of “Eshraqat Amal” (Ray of Hope), a series launched during Ramadan to showcase real patient stories from facilities operating under Egypt’s universal health insurance system.
According to the EHA, the patient had suffered severe and prolonged hip pain due to complications with his artificial joint, leaving him unable to move comfortably or carry out daily activities. After comprehensive evaluation, a specialist surgical team decided to proceed with a revision of the artificial joint, a procedure the authority’s head, Ahmed El‑Sobky, described as one of the most challenging and costly in orthopedic surgery because of its complexity and the high price of medical supplies.
El‑Sobky said similar surgeries can cost up to LE1 million in the private sector but are provided within the universal insurance system for a patient co‑payment of no more than 482 pounds. He added that the successful procedure reflects the significant development of advanced orthopedic and specialized medical services in public facilities.
