Centre International Carthage Medical, Monastir, Tunisia
🏥 Presentation
Centre International Carthage Medical is a private multidisciplinary polyclinic in Monastir, Tunisia, opened in 2014 in the Jinen El Ouest tourist area, 800 metres from the airport. It has 133 beds, 5 operating theatres and gold-level INEAS accreditation.
The clinic brings together a radiology and imaging unit, a 24/7 emergency department with medical transport, interventional cardiology, a maternity unit with neonatal intensive care, and a medical and surgical intensive care unit[2]. The official website announces 9 intensive care beds, 4 incubators and 25 specialities[1]. The operating company was founded in 2008 and the 2024 financial year was its eleventh year of activity[6].
The establishment provides cosmetic surgery in Tunisia (breasts, body contouring, face, intimate surgery, bariatric surgery) in addition to its general medical and surgical activities[3]. It has obtained gold-level accreditation from the Tunisian National Authority for Assessment and Accreditation in Healthcare (INEAS)[4].
💼 Areas of expertise
The official website of Centre International Carthage Medical lists the following specialities[3]:
- Cosmetic and reconstructive surgery: breast surgery, body contouring, facial surgery, intimate surgery, bariatric surgery, maxillofacial surgery
- Surgical specialities: general and visceral surgery, orthopaedics, cardiovascular surgery, gynaecology-obstetrics, ENT, urology, paediatric surgery, neurosurgery
- Medical specialities: endocrinology, diabetology, neurology, nephrology, paediatrics, pulmonology, gastroenterology, geriatrics
- Interventional cardiology: catheterisation laboratory
- Emergency and intensive care: 24/7 emergency department, medical transport, medical and surgical intensive care
- Maternity: maternity unit with neonatal intensive care
- Imaging: MRI, CT scan, conventional radiology, ultrasound, mammography[6]
💶 Procedure prices
Centre International Carthage Medical does not publish its prices. The prices below are indicative; only the quote is binding:
| Procedure | Indicative price Centre Carthage Medical | Average price UK |
|---|---|---|
| Breast augmentation | £1,500 | £5,000 to £7,000 |
| Rhinoplasty | £1,400 | £4,000 to £6,000 |
| Liposuction | £1,600 | £3,000 to £6,000 |
| Facelift | £2,000 | £7,000 to £10,000 |
| Blepharoplasty | £1,200 | £3,000 to £4,500 |
| Abdominoplasty | £1,800 | £6,000 to £8,000 |
🧑⚕️ Team
According to the official website, the medical and surgical team of Centre International Carthage Medical has more than 120 members[5]. Health managers supervise the paramedical team (nurses and healthcare assistants). The 2024 management report indicates an average workforce of 253 employees[6].
The website does not publish the names of cosmetic surgeons. Ask for the name, speciality and registration with the Tunisian Medical Council of the surgeon who will operate on you before booking.
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📸 Photos of the clinic
🧭 Course of the stay
Initial contact: You contact the clinic by phone or email. The team reviews your request and directs you to the relevant specialist.
Pre-operative consultation: Appointment with the surgeon to establish a precise diagnosis and define the treatment plan. Prescription of pre-operative tests if necessary.
Surgery: The operation takes place in one of the clinic’s 5 operating theatres[2], followed by monitoring in the recovery room.
Hospitalisation: Stay in a room or suite, depending on the procedure and your choice.
Post-operative follow-up: Check-up consultations, nursing care and stitch removal before return. Ask the surgeon how follow-up is organised once you are back in the UK.
✈️ Practical information
- Airport: Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport is 800 metres from the clinic[1]
- Languages: the official website is in French; Arabic and French are the languages of use in Tunisia. Check with the clinic if you need another contact person
- Access: public transport and private parking, according to the access map on the official website[1]
- Contact: (00216) 73 524 000, contact@carthagemedical.com.tn
- Formalities: a British citizen can enter Tunisia without a visa for a stay of up to 3 months, with a valid passport; Monastir is classified as “increased vigilance” by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office[7]
🛏️ Hospitalisation at the clinic
The official website announces 133 inpatient beds and 86 rooms, as well as suites[1]. The exact content of the package (transfer, medication, follow-up consultations) is not published: ask for it to be specified in the quote.
🏨 Hotels near the hospital
📅 Timelines & duration
Appointment waiting time: the emergency department operates 24/7[2]; for a scheduled procedure, the clinic sets a date according to the surgeon’s schedule
Length of stay: it depends on the procedure; the surgeon will specify it in the treatment plan
Duration of operations: generally 1 to 4 hours depending on the procedure
Hospitalisation: usually 1 to 3 nights for cosmetic surgery, depending on the procedure
Recovery: initial check-ups on site; ask before departure how remote follow-up is organised
📊 Key data
| Indicator | Data |
|---|---|
| Start of activity | 2014 (company founded in 2008) |
| Inpatient beds | 133 beds, 86 rooms |
| Intensive care | 9 beds |
| Operating theatres | 5 |
| Incubators | 4 |
| Specialities | 25 |
| Accreditation | INEAS, gold level |
| Medical and surgical team | More than 120 people |
❓ FAQ
What are the prices at Centre International Carthage Medical?
The clinic does not publish its prices. As an indication, expect to pay around £1,500 for breast augmentation and £1,400 for rhinoplasty; only the quote is binding, with details of what it includes.
Is Centre Carthage Medical accredited?
Yes. The clinic has obtained gold-level accreditation from the Tunisian National Authority for Assessment and Accreditation in Healthcare (INEAS), the public Tunisian accreditation body. It does not have JCI accreditation.
How do I get to Centre Carthage Medical from the airport?
Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport is 800 metres from the clinic, a few minutes by taxi. Ask the clinic whether the transfer is included in your quote.
What languages are spoken by the medical team?
Arabic and French are the languages of use in Tunisia, and the clinic’s official website is written in French. For another language, ask the clinic before you arrive.
How long is the hospital stay after cosmetic surgery?
It depends on the procedure: usually 1 night for breast augmentation or rhinoplasty, 2 to 3 nights for a more extensive procedure such as a facelift. The surgeon will specify it in the treatment plan.
How many beds does Centre International Carthage Medical have?
The clinic announces 133 inpatient beds in 86 rooms, including 9 intensive care beds, as well as 5 operating theatres and 4 incubators.
Is there an emergency department at Centre Carthage Medical?
Yes, the clinic has a 24/7 emergency department, medical transport and a medical and surgical intensive care unit.
📍 Location
Address: Tourist zone “Jinen El Ouest”, Skanes, 5000 Monastir, Tunisia[1]
Access: the clinic is located between Monastir Habib Bourguiba International Airport (800 metres) and the Skanes hotel area. It has private parking and is served by public transport[1].
🔗 Useful links
🔎 Other interesting articles
🔗 Cosmetic surgery in Tunisia: Prices & Ultimate Guide
🔗 Breast augmentation in Tunisia: Prices & Ultimate Guide
🔗 Rhinoplasty in Tunisia: Prices & Ultimate Guide
🔗 Blepharoplasty in Tunisia: Prices & Ultimate Guide
🏁 Conclusion
Centre International Carthage Medical is a multidisciplinary polyclinic in Monastir, opened in 2014 and accredited by INEAS at gold level. It has 133 beds, 5 operating theatres, intensive care and 24/7 emergency services, 800 metres from the airport.
For cosmetic surgery, ask for the surgeon’s name, a detailed quote and how follow-up is organised after your return to the UK.
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