Your surgery in the aftermath of Covid-19 abroad: why should you choose Tunisia?
Your surgery in the aftermath of Covid-19 abroad: why should you choose Tunisia?
The Tunisian government is closely collaborating with actors of the tourism sector and the ministry of health to set a strict and measure-based program for the welcoming of upcoming tourists to Tunisia.
Specific measures will be accordingly taken in the medical tourism sector of Tunisia. The comfort and safety of our patients coming from all corners of the world is guaranteed in Tunisia; the leading destination for medical tourism.
As for Tunisia, the government has shown great reactivity and efficiency by ensuring, at an early stage, all the necessary measures to protect its citizens and minimize potential damages:
- January 22nd: systematic screening of all passengers at Tunisian entry points with a compulsory quarantine period of 14 days.
- March 12th: a progressive, then total closing of Tunisian borders.
- March 22nd: a general lockdown and a compulsory quarantine period for Tunisian repatriates in designed establishments.
Tunisian citizens have also shown great responsibility by following the state’s preventive instructions to the letter. Since the month of May, Tunisia has had lesser infection cases day by day.
According to official statistics of the ministry of health in Tunisia (on the 25th of May 2020), the total number of coronavirus confirmed cases in Tunisia is 1051 with 919 recovered and 48 dead.
Specific measures will be accordingly taken in the medical tourism sector of Tunisia. The comfort and safety of our patients coming from all corners of the world is guaranteed in Tunisia; the leading destination for medical tourism.
Covid-19 crisis management: Tunisia as a leading example
The covid-19 crisis has hit all countries of the planet at best. Indeed, some governments have even faced extremely challenging hardships on several fronts.As for Tunisia, the government has shown great reactivity and efficiency by ensuring, at an early stage, all the necessary measures to protect its citizens and minimize potential damages:
- January 22nd: systematic screening of all passengers at Tunisian entry points with a compulsory quarantine period of 14 days.
- March 12th: a progressive, then total closing of Tunisian borders.
- March 22nd: a general lockdown and a compulsory quarantine period for Tunisian repatriates in designed establishments.
Tunisian citizens have also shown great responsibility by following the state’s preventive instructions to the letter. Since the month of May, Tunisia has had lesser infection cases day by day.
According to official statistics of the ministry of health in Tunisia (on the 25th of May 2020), the total number of coronavirus confirmed cases in Tunisia is 1051 with 919 recovered and 48 dead.
Cases that were tested positive were handled by a highly-qualified medical staff, which were proven competent in the fight of the virus since its early outbreak in Tunisia.
Today, the light at the end of the tunnel is almost reached in the north-African country and a progressive resumption of a normal-life routine is expected starting from the 4th of June 2020: date at which hotels, coffee shops and restaurants will officially reopen. It will therefore be possible to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere in the city.
Today, the light at the end of the tunnel is almost reached in the north-African country and a progressive resumption of a normal-life routine is expected starting from the 4th of June 2020: date at which hotels, coffee shops and restaurants will officially reopen. It will therefore be possible to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere in the city.
Some protocols to ensure a successful tourism season
Last year, on the summer of 2019, Tunisia welcomed more than 9 million tourists coming from different corners of the world.This year, also, despite it being unrealistic to achieve the same numbers, the minister of tourism is doubling efforts to attract more tourists and make of the summer season of 2020 a success.
The re-opening of Tunisian borders is expected very shorty, and it will therefore be possible to start organizing your trip to Tunisia.
Airline and national maritime companies will resume travels; all while suggesting interesting offers. Tunisia will direct all necessary efforts to guarantee safety conditions to its passengers at the airports, ports and border crossings.
Hotels, re-opening very soon, will take all necessary measures to ensure the safety of all visitors; notably by conducting instant temperature chekcs when getting into the hotel. These measures are similarly taken in malls, stores and public establishments in general.
The resumption of medical tourism activity in the aftermath of covid-19
Tunisia has been recognized as one of the best destinations for medical tourism in north Africa for years now. This success goes beyond mere chance; indeed, it is the fruit of devoted efforts and means put into the industry to offer risk-free and high-quality stays for our international patients.In fact, Tunisia is equipped with highly-modern medical infrastructure. It offers opportune landscapes for tourism. It also has a sunny weather and uncountable historical monuments. It is important to add that Tunisian doctors and surgeons are exceedingly competent as they were trained in worldwide leading universities. For the resumption of the medical tourism activity in Tunisia, major sector actors are working day and night to put adapted solutions into practice.
Among the most influencing and active organisms in Tunisia at the moment, we can cite Tunisia health alliance; of which Carthago Med is a member. Tunisia health alliance is the grouping of Tunisian companies that work in the health sector in Tunisia.
Mr. Ghazi Darghouth, president of the Tunisia health alliance, stated that “if our first mission is based on the promotion and development of export health practices, then it is important today to measure the impact of this crisis on the totality of health sub-sectors and provide solutions to the relaunch of the sector and the improvement of the services offered to patients”.
This is quite a motivating talk showing that actors of the sector not only wish to resume the practice, but also wish to take it to the next level by offering optimal care and adapted solutions in the aftermath of the crisis.
Planning your medical stay in Tunisia: is it a good idea?
Given the exemplary response taken by our medical and paramedical stuff prior, amid and after the pandemic, it goes without saying that Tunisia is today a safe choice in the medical tourism sector.The highly modern medical infrastructure, the expertise of health professionals, and the top-notch services provided are among the many assets of this north-African country. By having overcame the very difficult crisis of covid-19 in the most efficient way, Tunisia has developed its medical sector and private clinics are now offering more advanced cares and services.
Visiting Tunisia will not only be a means to save money on your intervention, but also a way to discover a country that has a lot to offer. From the magical medina of Tunis to dolce vita of banlieue nord, all-passing by the upmarket neighborhoods or the archeological sites of mythical Carthage, you will be simply amazed by places where modernity and tradition intersect.
Therefore, if you still haven’t made up on your mind yet on the safest destination for your surgery, Tunisia is definitely the answer. Tunisian clinics propose all kinds of aesthetic surgeries (face lift, liposuction, breast enhancement surgery, rhinoplasty, implant placement, etc.), bariatric surgeries (sleeve, bypass, etc.), dental care (dental implants, teeth whitening, dental veneers), also IVF and PMA in vitro fertilization, orthopedics, and various other surgical and medical specialities.
You will be surely stunned by the competence and warm welcoming of our medical staff. Your stay will go smoothly and we will ensure your comfort, safety and satisfaction all throughout.
