MED VR, an innovative startup developed by students at Egypt’s Suez Canal University, has been selected to join the third cohort of the Creativa Incubation Program. The program is managed by the Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center (TIEC), an affiliate of the Information Technology Industry Development Agency (ITIDA), and includes 33 new startups from across Egypt, reinforcing the nation’s commitment to fostering deep-tech innovation.
Revolutionizing Medical Education with VR and AI
MED VR is developing a sophisticated medical training system that leverages Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create a safe and effective learning environment. The platform allows medical students and professionals to use interactive gloves to simulate procedures and interact with virtual patients, enabling them to acquire advanced clinical skills without posing any risk to human patients. This immersive experience is designed to enhance the quality of medical education and better prepare future healthcare professionals for real-world scenarios.
Backing from the Creativa Incubation Program
The Creativa Incubation Program is a flagship initiative by TIEC aimed at empowering pre-seed startups in high-growth technology sectors such as smart education, renewable energy, and e-commerce. As part of the program, MED VR will receive a comprehensive support package valued at up to EGP 360,000 in financial and in-kind aid over a nine-month period. This support includes critical training, expert mentorship, and valuable networking opportunities with local and international investors, positioning the startup for significant growth and market entry.
A University-Born Innovation
The project is the result of a cross-disciplinary collaboration between the Faculties of Engineering and Medicine at Suez Canal University. The core team consists of engineering students Al-Sayed Mohamed Al-Sayed Farrag and Omar Hassan Mahmoud, who received strong backing from university leadership. Dr. Nasser Mandour, President of Suez Canal University, praised the team’s achievement, highlighting the university’s focus on translating innovative ideas into impactful, real-world solutions and encouraging participation in national entrepreneurship initiatives.
About MED VR
MED VR is an Egyptian MedTech startup developing a virtual patient simulation platform. By leveraging Virtual Reality (VR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), the company provides an interactive and safe training environment for medical students and professionals to practice diagnostic and treatment procedures. The project originated as a collaborative effort at Suez Canal University and is currently being prepared for implementation within the Faculty of Medicine’s curriculum.
Source: filgamaa.com
