Abraaj creates largest private diagnostic imaging network in Morocco

 04-Nov-15, Zawya 

The Abraaj Group has announced the acquisition, through its second generation North Africa Fund, of a majority stake in Centre de Traitement Al Kindy ('Al Kindy'), Casablanca's largest private oncology clinic, and Clinique Spécialisée Menara ('Menara'), a leading oncology and imaging diagnostics center in Marrakech.

Al Kindy and Menara together form the largest private integrated network of imaging diagnostics and cancer treatment centers in Morocco with 12 doctors who are expected to collectively treat more than 10,000 patients in 2015. The network will expand over time to include partnerships with domestic and international oncology and imaging diagnostics centers in order to extend its services and reach.

Image: The Abraaj Group

With approximately 30,000 to 40,000 new cancer cases reported each year in Morocco, the healthcare sector is experiencing rising demand for quality cancer treatment centers. In addition to increasing patient accessibility and addressing supply shortages, the newly formed network aims to enhance the quality of treatment through the recruitment of accomplished medical professionals and investment in state-of-the-art medical technology.

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