What To Do If You Have Pink Eye in Meknès

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Meknès

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as pink eye or related symptoms.

With Doctorsa you can connect with an English-speaking doctor via video call in just a few minutes, get medical advice and, if appropriate, receive an e-prescription that can be used at any pharmacy. No need to worry about office hours or holidays. Clear and upfront pricing: consultations start at €20, so tourists in Meknès needing treatment for pink eye can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

Learn more about pink eye treatment online.

Hospitals in Meknès

For serious, potentially life-threatening issues that require immediate, specialized treatment, like breathing difficulties, severe bleeding, or head injuries. Non-urgent visits use up resources needed for emergency patients. ERs are for serious, life-threatening issues. Going there for something like pink eye adds to doctors’ workload and may take time away from those in critical need.

Important: The information provided here about hospitals is for general reference only. We recommend verifying current details, such as contact information, services, and hours of operation, before visiting. Please reach out directly to the hospital or consult their official website for the most up-to-date and accurate information.

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms in Meknès

Hôpital Provincial Mohammed V – Emergency Department
Address: Hôpital Provincial Mohammed V, Meknès, Morocco
Access: Open 24/7 with a fully upgraded emergency department featuring triage, consultation rooms, shock rooms, observation units, resuscitation and cardiac care zones, surgical theaters, and an in-house pharmacy—ambulances and walk-ins are received continuously. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Hôpital Privé Meknès
Address: Rue Nador, Meknès, Morocco
Access: Modern private hospital open 24/7 offering emergency services including walk-in and ambulance reception, immediate triage, resuscitation, ICU (including neonatal), advanced diagnostics, radiology, and labs. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Clinique La Paloma
Address: Clinique La Paloma, Meknès, Morocco
Access: Private clinic operating emergency services 24/7. Accepts walk-ins and ambulance arrivals, with prompt triage and treatment. Provides general and specialized urgent care. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Walk-in clinics

Best for minor conditions needing same-day, in-person specialist attention—like X-rays for sprains or cuts that may need stitches, injections, advanced diagnostics, or other invasive procedures.

Pharmacies in Meknes, Morocco

In Meknes, pharmacies are called pharmacie in French or صيدلية (saydaliya) in Arabic. They are usually identified by a green cross symbol, often illuminated, along with the word “pharmacie” on the storefront. Many are located in busy commercial streets and neighborhoods, making them easily accessible to both residents and visitors.

Antibiotic Policy in Meknes

In Meknes, antibiotics are officially available only with a doctor’s prescription, though some pharmacies may sell them without one in practice.

Emergency Number in Meknes, Morocco

In Meknes, you can reach emergency services by dialing 19 for police (or 112 from mobile phones), 15 for the fire brigade/civil protection, and 150 for ambulance and medical emergencies. These numbers are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone.

Operators primarily speak Arabic and French, with limited English assistance in tourist areas. When calling, be ready to provide your exact location and a clear description of the emergency.

Please remember: Emergency numbers are for life-threatening situations. For urgent but non-life-threatening issues, telehealth services like Doctorsa can connect you quickly to a licensed English-speaking doctor.