Ways to Handle a Stye in Saidia

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in Saidia

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

Learn more about stye treatment online.

Hospitals in Saidia

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 stye 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 and Emergency Services in Saïdia

Hôpital de Saïdia (Public Hospital)
Address: Avenue Hassan II, Saïdia, Morocco
Access: The town’s sole public hospital. Walk-in patients and ambulances (via 150/15) are meant to be triaged and treated. However, the emergency department has experienced periods of complete staff absence, leading to chaos, with patients resorting to calling police or civil protection to seek help.:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

SOS Médecins Saïdia – Doctor-on-Call Service
Address: Service operates throughout Saïdia (mobile)
Access: Available 24/7. By calling 0522 47 47 47, an urgentist doctor is dispatched to your location—typically arriving within 20 minutes. The doctor provides on-site emergency care and can arrange ambulance transport to a hospital or clinic if needed.:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Mosah Medical Clinic
Address: Boulevard Yousef Ibn Tachfine, Saïdia, Morocco
Access: A local private clinic offering general and urgent care during business hours. Walk-ins may be accepted for minor conditions. For serious emergencies, patients must be referred or transferred to Hôpital de Saïdia or a better-equipped facility.: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 Saidia, Morocco

In Saidia, pharmacies are called pharmacie in French or صيدلية (saydaliya) in Arabic. They are recognizable by the green cross sign, often illuminated, along with the word “pharmacie” on the storefront. Many are conveniently located near the beach area, main roads, and local markets to serve both residents and visitors.

Antibiotic Policy in Saidia

In Saidia, antibiotics are officially dispensed only with a doctor’s prescription, although in practice some pharmacists may provide them without one in certain cases.

Emergency Number in Saïdia, Morocco

In Saïdia, 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.