HOYA Group and PENTAX Medical announced an agreement with IRCAD Africa, a training and research center in minimally invasive surgery, to collaborate on education for physicians learning flexible endoscopy.
PENTAX Medical is proud to be the global partner of the world-renowned surgical training institution IRCAD as it further expands into the field of endoscopy.
PENTAX Medical will be part of IRCAD Africa’s training center in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda, where it has donated endoscopy equipment. Additionally, PENTAX Medical’s team will support events and courses delivered by IRCAD Africa for training and education. IRCAD Africa aims to provide state-of-the-art education to advance healthcare across the African continent.
It offers extensive training programs in various medical specialties, equipping healthcare professionals with hands-on experience, in-depth theoretical knowledge, and practical skills.
This collaboration is especially significant, as Dr. Michelle Smith, Acting CEO and Medical Director of IRCAD Africa, explained: “We are excited to partner with PENTAX Medical to enhance our training in flexible endoscopy.
This collaboration will provide our gastroenterologists and surgeons with access to leading-edge endoscopy technology and expertise, which is essential for enhancing their diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic skills.
This partnership is a significant step towards advancing healthcare in Africa by ensuring that our healthcare professionals are equipped with the latest techniques to deliver better patient care.
As the incidence of gastric and colorectal cancer is increasing, along with other gastrointestinal diseases, specialists’ training in flexible endoscopy is crucial for our continent to meet the growing demand for high-quality endoscopy services and to bridge the gap in medical expertise.”
Robert Priest, EMEA President of PENTAX Medical, HOYA Corporation, also expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration: “We are truly excited to collaborate with IRCAD Africa, further expanding our training capabilities and contributing to its esteemed education programs. Our commitment to empowering medical professionals through enhanced knowledge and education remains unwavering.”
This partnership reflects PENTAX Medical’s strategic commitment to professional education, collaborating with dedicated healthcare providers to improve lives through the development of advanced medical solutions. As part of its ESG goals, PENTAX Medical is also committed to supporting the training of young healthcare professionals by partnering with medical schools and healthcare institutions. Furthermore, the company places special emphasis on providing training and support in underserved regions, helping to strengthen global access to high-quality medical care.