Numerous physicians graduating from Egyptian faculties of medicine have a high standard of knowledge worldwide. Students from all over the Arab countries and Africa come to learn medicine, on both under and postgraduate levels. One of the best examples of Egyptian physicians is Sir Magdy Yacoub, the famous cardiac surgeon who graduated from Cairo University. Sir Magdy is currently practicing in UK, and was the first non-British to be knighted by the Queen of England. The major worry of a visitor is his need for hospitalization in case of an accident or emergency.
Modern hospitals are abundant all over the country, both in governmental and private sectors.
Governmental hospitals in general, and university hospitals in particular, enjoy a high standard of modern equipment and efficient staff members. On the other hand, numerous private practices are not inferior, with some of them quite near to Western standards. These are also supported by the vast clinical and academic experience of university staff members, who work there as part-timers. Frequently victims are transported from the scene of a major accident by helicopter to highly specialized centers in Cairo. Hospitalization in most general hospitals, particularly in emergencies, are free of charge.