Managing Scabies in Ifrane

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Ifrane

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Great for minor but urgent issues that don’t need a physical exam, such as scabies 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 Ifrane needing treatment for scabies can access affordable healthcare without surprises. Insurances accepted but not required.

Learn more about scabies treatment online.

Hospitals in Ifrane

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 scabies 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 Ifrane

Clinique Al Irfane – Emergency Services
Address: Clinique Al Irfane, Ifrane, Morocco
Access: Open 24/7. Features include ambulance drop-off with covered access, a patient triage and reception area, two examination rooms, a resuscitation (“déchocage”) room, and observation wards (8-bed and 3-bed). Medical staff and surgeons are on duty continuously. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Centre de Santé Al Akhawayn University (AUI) – On-Campus Medical Center
Address: Al Akhawayn University Health Center, Ifrane, Morocco
Access: Unaffiliated with a full ED, but offers round-the-clock access to a doctor and nurse for students. For serious emergencies requiring hospital-level care, staff arrange ambulance transfer to nearby hospitals (e.g., Clinique Annakhil or Clinique Al Badie in Fès, or the military hospital in Meknès) upon evaluation by on-site medical personnel. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Private Emergency Doctor/ Ambulance Service – SOS Médecins Ifrane
Address: Ifrane, Morocco
Access: Available 24/7. Call 0522 47 47 47 to dispatch an emergency doctor to your location within ~20 minutes. The doctor conducts an assessment and can call an ambulance if hospital transfer is needed. :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 Ifrane, Morocco

In Ifrane, pharmacies are called pharmacie in French or صيدلية (saydaliya) in Arabic. They are easy to identify by the green cross sign, often illuminated, and the word “pharmacie” displayed on the storefront. Many are located near the town center or close to main streets serving both residents and tourists.

Antibiotic Policy in Ifrane

In Ifrane, antibiotics are officially available only with a doctor’s prescription, though in practice some pharmacists may provide them without one under certain circumstances.

Emergency Number in Ifrane, Morocco

In Ifrane, 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.