Uzbekistan and Mayo Clinic discuss healthcare cooperation

Uzbekistan and the US-based Mayo Clinic discussed prospects for cooperation in healthcare, including the management of medical institutions, biotechnology, genomics and scientific research, according to UzDaily.

The meeting took place on November 5 with the participation of Abdulla Azizov, director of the Agency for the Development of the Medical and Pharmaceutical Industry. The parties considered opportunities for joint projects and the exchange of experience in managing medical institutions, research and development (R&D), as well as genomics and modern biotechnology.

Following the talks, the sides agreed to organise familiarisation visits to medical institutions, reciprocal trips by representatives for experience exchange, and joint practical workshops. Going forward, special attention is planned for studying the Mayo Clinic's experience in managing medical institutions, conducting scientific research and applying modern biotechnology.