Representatives from Uzbekistan and Russia held a meeting at the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. The negotiations included the Russian Minister of Health Mikhail Murashko, as well as leaders and specialists from medical, scientific, and educational institutions of both countries.
During the discussions, an expert session was held dedicated to improving the provision of medical care, digitalization of the healthcare system, development of telemedicine, remote patient monitoring, and training of medical personnel.
The parties also reviewed opportunities for joint work in areas such as oncology, radiology, nuclear medicine, hematology, emergency medical care, medical rehabilitation, and palliative care.
The delegation from Uzbekistan visited the Federal Fund of Compulsory Medical Insurance, the Federal Center for Medical Aid in Natural Disasters, the Central Clinical Hospital with the Polyclinic of the Administrative Directorate of the President of the Russian Federation, and the Barvikha Sanatorium.
The Russian side demonstrated modern operating methods of leading federal specialized medical centers. Among them were presented the A.F. Tsyba Medical Radiological Research Center, the N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, the National Medical Research Center of Hematology, and the Dmitry Rogachev National Medical Research Center of Pediatrics, Hematology, Oncology, and Immunology.
Uzbekistan and Moscow reached an agreement to expand cooperation in the field of healthcare following meetings of the Uzbek delegation with Anastasia Rakova, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Social Development.
During the meeting, the Russian side presented unified standards for managing Moscow's healthcare system. These standards include the digitalization of medical services and the implementation of a continuous patient referral system.
At City Polyclinic No. 220, which operates under the 'My Polyclinic' standard, the Uzbek delegation familiarized itself with the organization of primary medical and sanitary care, patient flow management, digital registration, and preventive care.
At the S.P. Botkin Scientific and Clinical Multidisciplinary Center, the delegation was shown approaches to managing multidisciplinary hospitals, organizing diagnostic and surgical services, patient referral systems, and the introduction of modern medical technologies.
Visiting a children's clinical hospital, participants observed a model of specialized pediatric care that combines diagnostics, treatment, rehabilitation, and subsequent medical supervision. To study the palliative system, the delegation also visited the 'House with a Beacon' children's hospice and the Moscow Multidisciplinary Palliative Care Center, where mechanisms for supporting patients and families were presented.
Specialists at the Scientific and Practical Clinical Center for Diagnostics and Telemedicine Technologies demonstrated the application of artificial intelligence and remote interaction capabilities between radiologists. The delegation also visited the Interdisciplinary Training Center for Innovative Surgical Technologies, where they studied the system of practical surgeon training using simulation equipment and anatomical materials.
At the Moscow Laboratory Research Center, the delegation was shown robotic laboratory diagnostics, a three-tier laboratory network model, and a digital system for managing research data and test results. At the conclusion of the negotiations, the parties agreed to prepare a roadmap for further cooperation, including the implementation of joint pilot projects involving relevant experts.
The Minister of Health of Uzbekistan, Eldor Adilov, met with the Iranian Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Mohammadali Iskandari, to discuss prospects for deepening bilateral interaction in the field of healthcare.
During the meeting, both sides noted that cooperation between Uzbekistan and Iran has been steadily growing in recent years due to agreements reached by the leadership of the two countries. This progress was achieved through closer interaction between the ministries of health, specialized medical centers, and higher educational institutions.
Particular attention was paid to strengthening ties between leading medical institutions. Opportunities were discussed for launching joint programs in areas such as cardiothoracic surgery, transplantation, oncology, as well as providing high-tech medical care.
Participants also reviewed the potential for joint investment projects related to the production of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment. At the conclusion of the negotiations, both sides expressed confidence that healthcare cooperation between Uzbekistan and Iran will reach a new level in the near future.
