Siemens Healthineers has appointed Evelyn Gunnewig as Chief Executive Officer of Pakistan and Afghanistan, reinforcing the company’s long term commitment to advancing healthcare across both markets. In her new role, Gunnewig will lead strategic priorities focused on healthcare innovation, digital transformation, and the adoption of AI enabled technologies that support better clinical and operational outcomes across the two countries.
Siemens Healthineers traces its presence in Pakistan back to a legacy that began in Lahore in 1922, with the company having partnered with local healthcare providers for more than a century. The company continues to support healthcare systems through innovation, clinical excellence and technologies aimed at improving access to quality care. Leveraging its portfolio spanning imaging, diagnostics, cancer care, minimally invasive therapies, and digital and artificial intelligence technologies, the company is positioned to support critical areas including cardiology, oncology, neurology and non communicable diseases across both markets.
Gunnewig brings more than 15 years of international leadership experience across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Australia. Her background in driving business growth, transformation and strategic partnerships is expected to strengthen the company’s engagement with customers and stakeholders across Pakistan and Afghanistan going forward. Commenting on her appointment, Gunnewig said that for Pakistan and Afghanistan, her focus means doubling down on partnerships, listening closely to the needs of providers and patients, and bringing the company’s strength in AI, imaging and digitalization to bear where it matters most, adding that she sees immense potential in the region.
As healthcare systems increasingly embrace digitalization and artificial intelligence, Siemens Healthineers said it remains committed to bringing advanced technologies, clinical expertise and trusted partnerships to the region. Through continued investment in innovation and collaboration, the company said it aims to help healthcare providers enhance efficiency, improve patient outcomes and deliver more sustainable healthcare for future generations across Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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