Siemens Healthineers Names Evelyn Gunnewig CEO for Pakistan and Afghanistan

LAHORE, August 27, 2026: Siemens Healthineers has appointed Evelyn Gunnewig as Chief Executive Officer for Pakistan and Afghanistan, strengthening its leadership and long-term focus on healthcare development in both markets.

Gunnewig will oversee strategic priorities centred on healthcare innovation, digital transformation and the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies. The company said these efforts aim to support stronger clinical and operational outcomes for healthcare providers.

A Century of Healthcare Partnership

Siemens Healthineers has maintained a presence in Pakistan for more than a century, beginning its work in Lahore in 1922.

The company has worked with healthcare providers across the country through medical technologies, clinical expertise and innovation.

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Its portfolio covers medical imaging, diagnostics, cancer care, minimally invasive therapies, digital healthcare and artificial intelligence.

The company said these technologies can support critical healthcare areas including cardiology, oncology, neurology and non-communicable diseases in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Gunnewig Brings International Experience

Gunnewig brings more than 15 years of international leadership experience spanning Europe, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia and Australia.

Her professional background includes business growth, organisational transformation and strategic partnerships.

Siemens Healthineers said her experience will help strengthen relationships with healthcare providers, customers and other stakeholders across Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Gunnewig said her priorities would include stronger partnerships and a closer understanding of the needs of healthcare providers and patients in both markets.

She also highlighted the potential of AI, medical imaging and digitalisation to improve clinical decision-making and strengthen healthcare systems.

Greater Focus on AI and Digital Healthcare

The appointment comes as healthcare systems increasingly adopt digital technologies and artificial intelligence.

Siemens Healthineers said it plans to continue investing in innovation and collaboration across the region.

The company aims to help healthcare providers improve efficiency, enhance patient outcomes and develop more sustainable healthcare systems.

Under Gunnewig’s leadership, Siemens Healthineers will focus on translating technology and expertise into practical improvements for healthcare providers and patients across Pakistan and Afghanistan.

The company said continued collaboration with local healthcare stakeholders will remain central to its efforts to expand access to advanced medical technologies and support the future development of healthcare in both markets.