Egypt to Train Palestinian Doctors in Egyptian Hospitals

Egypt's Ministry of Health and Population has announced an agreement to train Palestinian doctors across various medical specialities in Egyptian hospitals, as part of efforts to strengthen Palestine's healthcare sector and expand medical support for Gaza.

The agreement was reached during a meeting between Egyptian Minister of Health and Population Khaled Abdel-Ghaffar and Palestinian Health Minister Majed Abu Ramadan. Both ministers discussed establishing a mechanism to receive Palestinian medical professionals for training and share Egyptian expertise in healthcare services.

Discussions also covered the potential provision of ambulances equipped with advanced medical technology, alongside the introduction of telemedicine services in Gaza to accelerate patient diagnosis and support treatment decisions. The two sides additionally addressed cancer care and the supply of essential medicines.

The agreement builds on Egypt's ongoing medical assistance to Palestinians evacuated from Gaza. In February 2026, Egypt activated a nationwide health emergency plan involving approximately 150 hospitals, up to 300 ambulances and more than 30,000 medical workers following the partial reopening of the Rafah crossing.

Later that month, Egypt signed a USD 3.38 million agreement with Japan and the World Health Organization to strengthen emergency medical services. Egyptian hospitals in North Sinai, including Arish General Hospital and Sheikh Zuweid Central Hospital, have also provided rehabilitation services to Palestinian patients, including physiotherapy and occupational therapy.