ECN News

CCHE57357 receives expertise on proton therapy techniques preparing for its acquisition

CCHE57357 hosted a lecture presenting one of the most advanced technologies within the field of radiotherapy, “practices of the proton therapy”. Through a lecture that gathered all the medical staff of the hospital, Dr.Shanon Macdonald, Associate Professor, radiotherapy department, Massachusetts hospital has shared her extensive experience in the uses of the proton therapy that is […]

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Wadood’s mom: CCHE57357 has turned the dream of our daughter’s recovery from cancer into a reality

The treatment journey of our survivor started when her first CBC test revealed a low count of platelets, which raised the suspicion of cancer. The three-year-old, Wadood, travelled with her family 99 miles from Damietta governorate, where she lived, to the CCHE57357 Cairo branch. Preliminary examinations  at CCHE 57357’s screening clinic confirmed what she had been […]

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Supported by ECN U.S., Hospital 57357’s pharmacy department receives the ASHP accreditation for the excellence of its quality services

CCHE 57357’s department of pharmaceutical services obtained the accreditation of the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) for its quality services.  The accreditation confirms the hospital’s leading role within the field of clinical pharmacy in Egypt.  Previously the ASHP organization accredited the hospital’s residency training program back in 2019. The new accreditation designates CCHE57357 […]

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A special inauguration of CCHE 57357”s recreation center by the renowned maestro Nader El Abassy

The beginning of the new year has brought along a unique visit from the great musician, Nader Elabssy to the Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357. El Abassy is famously known as the artistic director of the orchestra of two iconic events, the golden parade of Egyptian royal mummies, and the grand opening of the road of […]

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CCHE 57357 is recently operating the Sonosite XP ultrasound using artificial intelligence during surgeries

CCHE57357 has recently acquired the Sonosite XP ultrasound, leveraging the technology to maximize patient safety standards during surgeries. The new ultrasound was a gift by a group of faithful Egyptians supporting the hospital’s prominent role in the field of pediatric oncology in Egypt. “CCHE57357 is achieving a milestone in technology-related patient safety by the adoption […]

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CCHE 57357 releases the first research paper about childhood cancer costs and resource utilization in Egypt

ECN US provides support for the release of the study A group of competent researchers succeeded to publish a research paper that is the first of its kind in Egypt to deal with economic and financial aspects related to childhood cancer care. “Estimating the resources utilized and costs of childhood cancer care can help in better management of resources […]

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Mariam’s Father: CCHE57357 saved my daughter from cancer

In 2016, the six year old Mariam, suffered from a persisting high fever which traditional medications failed to cure . After several visits to three different pediatricians’ clinics, an abdominal C.T scan revealed a suspicious mass upon which Mariam was referred to the Children’s cancer hospital Egypt 57357. The primary investigations were carried out immediately upon the arrival of Mariam at the […]

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Rodayna’s Grandpa: CCHE has offered a second chance at life to all our family members not only Rodayna

In January 2014 Rodayna, our new cancer survivor was diagnosed with AML (a form of blood cancer) while she was only nine. Upon ending the first school semester the outgoing playful girl fell sick with a mild fever and listless for nearly three weeks in a row. Her mother took her to her regular pediatrician […]

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A donation from CIB Bank, 57357’s new Confocal microscope renders high quality and accurate imaging of cells

Offers researchers the chance to unravel cancer secrets Despite the difficult circumstances we are facing because of a decline in donations, 57357 is committed to continuous upgrading of tools and equipment to maintain the level of treatment quality provided to children. Within the framework of our involvement in research work, which is one of 57357’s […]

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CCHE 57357’s proteomics and metabolomics lab receives the American Standardization Council ASC accreditation, the ISO/IEC17025

A first time ever  in Egypt, CCHE’s proteomics and metabolomics lab receives the American standardization council certification within the span of biological samples and food supplements. After two years of  hard work the proteomics lab team was able to obtain the ASC’s ISO/IEC17025. The ASC is a non-governmental organization, providing the ISO certification for labs […]

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May:” I owe it to CCHE57357 for realizing my dream of becoming a pharmacist” “I was concerned more about the day I would turn bald after chemotherapy”

The gorgeous young woman and future pharmacist is still receiving the best follow-up care provided by the children’s cancer hospital 57357 after being treated for chronic myeloid leukemia and getting a Bone Marrow Transplantation. In 2014, May, the 14 year old girl from Tanta suffered a rise in body temperature that lasted for a whole […]

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CCHE57357 acquires the fully integrated BD Pyxis, that would reshape the inpatient medication dispensing process

The Children’s Cancer Hospital 57357 recently acquired a set of updated medication dispensing machines” Pyxis” for each of the hospital’s floors and for the first time one of which allocated  to dispensing  anesthesia drugs in the operating room. These machines ensure maximizing medication supply control and patient safety standards. With the BD Pyxis  devices , […]

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From the anguish of a serious diagnosis to the hope of a promising future

In 2018 Mariam was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (type of blood cancer) at the Children’s Cancer Hospital Egypt and started her treatment journey when she was only two years old.  “Diagnosed with cancer; words that parents never want to hear about their kids,” shares Mariam’s mother as she recalls the story of her daughter’s […]

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CCHE 57357 operates the first automated pathology lab of its kind in Egypt

The Children’s Cancer Hospital Egypt 57357 is setting up a fully automated digital pathology lab as the first hospital in the region to implement the most advanced technology worldwide in the pathology field. “The acquisition of this unique type of technology confirms the hospital’s commitment to excellence and leadership, adapting technology to treat children and […]

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Patient Mohamed’s mother: At CCHE 57357, they went beyond the medical care to alleviate our suffering

“Throughout the tough times of the treatment journey we were grateful to Hospital 57357’s staff and administration for sparking hope in our hearts to witness our son’s recovery from the terrible disease” shared Mohamed’s mom as she recalls the story of her son’s journey at the Children’s Cancer Hospital Egypt 57357. In 2018, the outgoing […]

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Hanin is fighting cancer and dreaming to become a practicing doctor in 57357

Hanin is a 7 year old girl who is bravely fighting leukemia since the start of 2019. She is the eldest of her siblings, her mother is a house wife and her father a businessman. In the beginning, Hanin got fever pain in her leg that did not respond to medication. After tests and x-rays, […]

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Best wishes for Eid El Adha from the ECN administration

No act is nobler than sacrificing what is most dear and valuable to us: our comfort, our money, our time and in the absolute what we hold as most precious to us. This is precisely the true meaning of Eid El Adha which we are about to celebrate shortly. On this occasion, we want to […]

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To maximize patient safety, 57357’s dental clinic acquires a unit with an automated self- sanitizing option

“To ensure that our patients are receiving best oral care at CCHE57357, we acquired the latest technology dental care unit, shares Dr. Sherif Assem , highlighting the purpose of acquiring top-notch dental machines with unique features compared to previous models among which is the self-sterilizing option, the prime scanning, and two powerful electric motors. This […]

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Aser is fighting cancer and his wish is to become an actor

Our little 6 year old hero Aser  from Alexandria who appears in one of the Hospital’s ads, captivated the attention of viewers for his wit and cuteness. He was admitted to 57357 in 2019 when he was 4 years old. Currently he is still receiving treatment for leukemia. We met with his mother in one […]

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Patient Kholoud’s Mother: “CCHE 57357 offers patients a second chance for a healthy life”

The story of the two-year-old Kholoud begins in 2017 when her mother notices her continuous crying and complaint from headache and fever. The initial symptoms  lasted for nearly 3 months and the headache became gradually frequent and severe until a mass was detected in the head of baby Kholoud which was a turning point in her […]

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Pediatric oncology care from a broader perspective, only at CCHE 57357

“Dr. Mouttasem, the primary doctor has been very responsive to our concerns regarding our son’s illness and treatment’, says karim’s mother as she shares the story of our new cancer survivor at the Children’s Cancer Hospital Egypt CCHE 57357.   Five years ago, Karim, the 15 year old brave fighter suffered from a severe headache […]

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CCHE 57357 installs a new cooling room: Enables centralization of supply of chain medications Provision of safe and accurate preservation of all stored drugs

At the Children’s Cancer Hospital Egypt 57357, we have recently installed a new cooling room of a large capacity to safely store all drugs according to manufacturing instructions. “The newly installed Hospital’s cooling room is the treasury of all the hospital’s stored expensive drugs,” said Dr. Ahmed Elzeiny, automation, and analysis manager, about the installation […]

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Amal is fighting bone cancer and propagating optimism among her 57357’s friends

Amal is a seven and a half year old girl from Asyout fighting bravely cancer at Hospital 57357. Despite her young age, she is facing a fierce enemy as bone cancer won the first round leading to the amputation of her left arm. Nevertheless, God granted her strength and determination to accept her condition with […]

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The 2nd annual ECN virtual Fundraiser amid the Covid-19 crisis meets its goals

A stellar group of ECN donors continue their support to Egypt’s cancer patients Enthusiasm from donors to support 57357’s new recreation therapy center     Once again ECN friends and charity partners are gathered last Saturday, April 24th, 2021 at a virtual global fundraising event attended by brilliant minds and loyal hearts from different states and capitals: […]

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Little Renad and her mother find reassurance and serenity in 57357

Renad is an 8 year old girl from Alshohadaa, Menoufeya, who is currently receiving leukemia treatment in 57357.” Renad used to be a very active and bubbly  child and is specially caring and considerate towards her parents and sisters, shares her mother” In the beginning, Renad suffered from fever, sore and masses in the throat. […]

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