Michael Schmermer appointed new managing director for Siemens Healthineers, Egypt
Siemens Healthineers has announced the appointment of Michael Schmermer as new managing director for the company’s operations in Egypt, effective 9 March.
Based in Cairo, the new managing director will continue to drive Siemens Healthineers’ growth strategy and expand the company’s local footprint, according to a press statement issued on Tuseday.
Schmermer takes over the responsibility from Mohamed ElWetidy “who played a great role leading succees of the company in his 32 years of service,” the statement read.
The statement added that Schmermer started his career with Siemens’ healthcare business in 1983. Over the years, Schmermer has led many projects and teams and held several leadership positions in the company in Germany, South Korea, China, Malaysia, and Russia.
Michael Schmermer mentioned said:“Egypt is an important market for Siemens Healthineers.”
Our aim lies at improving medical facilities, developing local talent and addressing the future needs of the country.”