Where Sleep
is the Medicine.
Advancing the frontiers of sleep medicine through rigorous research, clinical excellence, and interdisciplinary education across the region.
About the Egyptian Sleep Society
Since 2024, the Egyptian Sleep Society has united specialists from across medicine to bring sleep science to the forefront of regional healthcare.
The founders understood that no single discipline could address sleep disorders alone. Collaboration was not optional — it was the only path forward.
Founding & Structure
The Egyptian Sleep Society (ESS) was established in 2024 by a multidisciplinary group of clinicians united by a shared commitment to advancing sleep medicine in Egypt and the wider region. Founding members were drawn from academic institutions, research societies, and private sleep centers, representing specialties including pulmonology, neurology, psychiatry, ENT, and cardiology — many with over two decades of clinical experience in sleep-related disorders.
Interdisciplinary Approach
Recognizing that sleep medicine demands an interdisciplinary approach, ESS was built on the principle that meaningful progress requires structured collaboration across specialties, institutions, and borders. The Society serves as the scientific and professional home for sleep medicine practitioners in Egypt, with a mandate spanning four core areas: clinical education, scientific research, professional development, and public health awareness.
Regional Impact
ESS is committed to raising the standard of sleep medicine practice nationally while contributing to the broader regional dialogue. Through active partnerships across the Middle East and Africa, advocating for research collaboration and equitable access to clinical expertise.
Our Belief
We hold that sleep health is a fundamental pillar of public wellbeing — one that has long been underrepresented in both clinical priorities and public discourse. ESS exists to change that: by equipping professionals with the knowledge and credentials they need, and by bringing evidence-based sleep health awareness to the communities we serve.
Clinical Education
Scientific Research
Professional Growth
Public Awareness
Our Vision
To be the leading authority in sleep medicine within Egypt, fostering a future where quality sleep is recognized as a fundamental pillar of public health and clinical excellence.
Our Mission
To improve patient outcomes through the promotion of high-quality sleep science research, professional certification, and the dissemination of clinical best practices.
Board Members
The executive board consists of internationally recognized leaders in respiratory and sleep medicine.
Prof. Dr. Jaidaa Mekky
President of ESS — Professor of Neuropsychiatry, Alexandria University
Prof. Dr. Wafik Bahnasy
Vice President of ESS — Professor of Neurology, Tanta University
Prof. Dr. Lucy Soliman
Secretary of ESS — Professor of Pulmonology
Events
Curated events for medical professionals and researchers.
Wave 3
Join us for Wave 3, the Egyptian Sleep Society's premier conference on the latest advances in sleep medicine. Featuring expert speakers, workshops, and networking opportunities.
World Sleep Day 2025
In celebration of World Sleep Day 2025, the Egyptian Sleep Society (ESS) organized a special event under the theme "Make Sleep Health a Priority." The gathering brought together ESS members and healthcare professionals to raise public awareness about the critical importance of healthy sleep habits and their vital role in overall physical and mental well-being.
2nd Egyptian Sleep Summit
The 2nd Egyptian Sleep Summit, held in collaboration with the Egyptian Sleep Society (ESS) and the European Sleep Foundation (ESF), brought together leading experts at the Princess Fatima Academy in Cairo. Under the honorary presidency of Prof. Mohamed Awad Tageldin and Prof. Shahira Loza, and led by Conference President Prof. Ramez Reda and Co-President Prof. Jaidaa Mekky, the summit continued the mission of advancing sleep medicine through international collaboration and expert discourse.
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1st Egyptian Sleep Summit
The 1st Egyptian Sleep Summit, held in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine at Alexandria University, marked a milestone in advancing sleep medicine in the region. The summit brought together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners to discuss the latest advancements, clinical practices, and interdisciplinary approaches to sleep disorders.
Become a Member
Join a network of distinguished physicians and researchers dedicated to the advancement of sleep health.
Exclusive Content
Access a comprehensive library of research journals, peer-reviewed recordings, and clinical guidelines available only to ESS members.
Credentialing
Professional certification pathways and significant reductions on fees for national conferences and international certifications.
Elite Network
Connect with peers, mentors, and industry leaders through our directory and invitation-only scientific networking forums.