Ways to Handle Shingles in El Gouna

A Tourist’s Guide to Medical Care in El Gouna

Online Consultations:

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

Learn more about shingles treatment online.

Hospitals in El Gouna

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 shingles 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 El Gouna

El Gouna Hospital
Address: Kilo 25 Downtown, El Gouna, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt
Access: 24/7 emergency department with ambulance and walk-in access. There is a dedicated ER entrance; patients are triaged immediately. The hospital includes trauma, medical, surgical, pediatric, ICU services and also the largest hyperbaric chamber in the Middle East for decompression emergencies. Phone for emergency: 20 65 358 0038. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

AMC Aseel Medical Care Hospital at El Gouna
Address: AMC Aseel Medical Care Hospital, El Gouna, Red Sea, Egypt
Access: Operates a 24/7 emergency hospital with full acute services, including ICU, diagnostics and surgical facilities. Ambulances response available; walk-in emergencies are accepted and triaged immediately. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

El Gouna Deco International (within El Gouna Hospital hyperbaric & diving emergency unit)
Address: Deco International, El Gouna Hospital, El Gouna, Red Sea, Egypt
Access: Specialized unit for diving and decompression emergencies operating 24/7. Works in coordination with El Gouna Hospital’s ER. Patients arriving by ambulance or transferred from dive sites are stabilized and treated here; non-diving emergencies route through main hospital ER. Contact: 20 65 3850 0118. :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 El Gouna, Egypt

In El Gouna, pharmacies are called saydalia in Arabic (صيدلية) or simply “pharmacy.” They can be easily identified by green cross signs or clear labels in both English and Arabic. Pharmacies are conveniently located around popular areas such as the marina, hotels, and residential zones, with several open late or operating 24 hours a day.

Antibiotic Policy in El Gouna

In El Gouna, antibiotics are officially sold only with a doctor’s prescription, though in practice, many pharmacies may provide them over the counter without one.

Emergency Number in El Gouna, Egypt

In El Gouna, the primary emergency numbers are 122 for police, 123 for ambulance/medical emergencies, and 180 for the fire brigade/civil defence. These numbers are toll-free and available 24/7 from any phone.

When calling, stay calm, provide your exact location (street, hotel, or local landmark), and clearly describe the nature of the emergency so that the appropriate service can respond promptly.

Please remember: Emergency numbers are for life-threatening situations only. For urgent but non-life-threatening medical concerns, telehealth services like Doctorsa are better suited and can connect you with a licensed English-speaking doctor quickly and affordably.