2MDOpinion Launch in Cairo Earns Widespread Media Praise


Hesam SeyediWritten By: Hesam Seyedi | September 12, 2025

Cairo, September 2, 2025 – The launch of 2MDOpinion, along with sister initiatives Heal’n and NOTA, has been met with strong acclaim across Egypt’s media landscape, with coverage appearing in 42 publications. The event has been widely recognized as a defining milestone for digital healthcare collaboration between Canada and Egypt.

Held in Cairo, the international conference gathered more than 150 leaders from the healthcare sector alongside the Canadian Ambassador to Egypt, Ulric Shannon. The launch was consistently described in media reports as a breakthrough moment that redefines how patients access care, blending Canadian innovation with Egyptian expertise to open new frontiers in medical technology.

Among the extensive coverage, Al-Wafd and El-Balad highlighted 2MDOpinion as a paradigm shift in telemedicine, enabling patients to receive trusted second medical opinions from global experts without the need to travel. Both outlets noted how the platform reduces the risk of misdiagnoses, restores confidence in medical decisions during critical moments, and makes world-class expertise accessible through an intuitive digital interface.

Al-Ahram Business emphasized how the initiative goes beyond technology to close real gaps in healthcare delivery, quoting experts who praised the ability of cross-border partnerships to expand access and improve patient experiences. Al-Alam Al-Youm echoed this sentiment, underlining that the projects represent a long-term transformation that puts patients at the center of the healthcare system while strengthening Egypt’s position as a regional and global hub.

“Canadian innovation and Egyptian expertise open new doors for patients, where technology meets trust, allowing every patient—wherever they are—to access the care they deserve.”

Ambassador Ulric Shannon — Ambassador Ulric Shannon, Canadian Ambassador to Egypt

The event also spotlighted Heal’n, a comprehensive model for medical tourism that combines treatment with seamless logistics—from airport reception and medical escorts to insurance coverage and cultural programs. Meanwhile, NOTA, an AI-powered medical documentation tool, was praised as a leap forward in efficiency, easing administrative burdens for doctors and giving them more time to focus on patient care.

Across outlets, speakers were quoted reinforcing the human-centered vision of the initiatives. Ambassador Shannon remarked that “Canadian innovation and Egyptian expertise together open new doors for patients, where technology meets trust.” NTG Clarity’s EVP Eng. Gamal Metwally described the launch as “not just platforms, but a promise of clearer and more humane healthcare without borders.” And Kareem Bannis, MD, founder of 2MDOpinion, underlined the mission as “providing clarity in moments when patients need reassurance most, without restrictions.”

Other voices echoed the broader impact. Dr. Mohamed Agag, President of Canada’s Cancer Network in Egypt, noted that the launch proves international partnerships can close real gaps in healthcare access and experience. Dr. Rania Elawani, member of the IOC Medical Committee, added that true innovation is measured not just in technology, but in its ability to put patients at the heart of the system—something these projects exemplify.

Collectively, the coverage reinforced that this launch is not a temporary initiative but the beginning of a sustainable new phase for healthcare cooperation. By integrating telemedicine, AI, and medical tourism, the projects establish Egypt as a growing center of advanced care while showcasing Canada’s role as a leader in healthcare innovation. Together, the two countries are shaping a model that places patients first, opens access to global expertise, and sets a new standard for digital healthcare worldwide.