Soukra Hospital, Tunis, Tunisia
🏥 Overview
Soukra Hospital is a private clinic in the northern suburbs of Tunis, opened in March 2003 and part of the Taoufik Hospitals Group. It focuses on the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system: neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation.
Called Clinique Soukra on its official website, it is presented by the group as the first private medical centre in North Africa specialising in the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system[1]. It occupies a 2.5-hectare site with 17,000 m² of buildings, approximately 10 minutes from Tunis-Carthage Airport[3]. The group reports more than 100 partner doctors[1].
The clinic has 110 beds: 46 in the multidisciplinary clinic (including 2 suites) and 64 in follow-up care and rehabilitation (including 4 suites). It has 6 operating theatres, a 6-bed intensive care unit, an 11-bed neurovascular unit and a 4-bed day hospital[2].
In 2017, the clinic obtained accreditation from France Accréditation, which certifies that its care complies with French standards. According to the group, it is the second private Tunisian establishment to obtain it[1][2].
💼 Areas of expertise
Soukra Hospital covers the following specialties:
- Neurology and neurosurgery: the clinic created the first private neurovascular unit (NVU) in Tunisia, which handles strokes day and night. Neurosurgeons perform stereotaxy, neuronavigation, awake and hypnosis-assisted surgery. The investigations department performs EEG, video-EEG, EMG and evoked potentials[4].
- Orthopaedic surgery and traumatology: hip and knee replacements, arthroscopy, endoscopic spinal surgery (cervical and lumbar hernias, narrow lumbar canal) and hand surgery with a SOS Hand emergency service[5].
- Cosmetic, reconstructive and maxillofacial surgery: the clinic carries out a somatic and psychological preoperative assessment before any cosmetic surgery[5].
- Rehabilitation: the group presents Soukra Hospital as the first private rehabilitation and functional re-education clinic in Tunisia[3].
💶 Procedure prices
Soukra Hospital does not publish its prices. The ranges below are indicative, only the quote is binding:
| Procedure | Indicative price at Soukra Hospital | Typical UK price range |
|---|---|---|
| Hip replacement | £4,000 to £5,300 | £7,500 to £12,000 |
| Knee replacement | £3,500 to £4,900 | £7,000 to £11,000 |
| Spinal surgery | £3,100 to £6,200 | £8,000 to £15,000 |
| Craniotomy | £7,100 to £10,600 | Generally covered by the NHS |
| Rhinoplasty | £2,200 to £3,100 | £4,000 to £7,000 |
🧑⚕️ Team
Soukra Hospital works with more than 100 partner doctors, according to the Taoufik Hospitals Group[1].
The official website does not publish the list of practitioners. Ask for the name and background of the surgeon who will operate on you when you request a quote.
The imaging department includes a 1.5 Tesla MRI, a multidetector CT scanner, a 3D biplane digital angiography system, two colour Doppler ultrasound scanners, a bone densitometer and a mammography unit[2].
🎥 Presentation video
📸 Photos of the clinic
The reception hall of Soukra Hospital:
🧭 Stay process
A stay at Soukra Hospital generally proceeds as follows:
1. Initial contact: the patient sends their medical records and the clinic provides a quote.
2. Preoperative consultation: meeting with the surgeon and preoperative tests (imaging, blood tests) on site, before the operation.
3. Hospitalisation and procedure: stay in a private room or suite. Rehabilitation rooms are adapted for disabled patients[6].
4. Postoperative follow-up: medical monitoring, physiotherapy if necessary and a check-up consultation before departure.
✈️ Practical information
Airport: Tunis-Carthage, about 10 minutes by car from the clinic[3]. The official website does not mention a shuttle; taxis and buses serve the area[6].
Languages: the clinic’s website is in French, and French is widely spoken in Tunisia along with Arabic. Check when requesting a quote if you need another language.
Safety: in September 2026, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises increased caution in Tunis and recommends vigilance[7]. Check its travel advice before departure.
🛏️ Staying at the clinic
Here is what Soukra Hospital states on its official website[6]:
Rooms: private rooms and suites with separate lounge and bathroom, satellite TV and free internet access.
Meals: served in the room or in the restaurant; a dietitian adapts the diet if necessary.
Companion: a family member can stay with the patient, with three meals included in their stay.
On-site services: cafeteria and restaurant open from 7 am to 7 pm, prayer room.
🏨 Hotels near the clinic
- Abilia Soukra
- Regency Tunis Hotel : seaside hotel in Gammarth.
📅 Waiting times & duration
Appointment waiting time: the clinic sets it after reviewing the complete medical file.
Length of stay: depends on the procedure, from a few days for cosmetic surgery to one to two weeks for major neurosurgery. The surgeon specifies it in the treatment plan.
Duration of procedures: as an indication, 1 to 2 hours for common cosmetic surgery, 2 to 4 hours for orthopaedics and longer for neurosurgery.
📊 Key facts
| Indicator | Data |
|---|---|
| Opening | March 2003 |
| Group | Taoufik Hospitals Group |
| Capacity | 110 beds (including 6 suites) |
| Operating theatres | 6 rooms |
| Intensive care | 6 individual cubicles |
| Neurovascular unit | 11 beds |
| Accreditation | France Accréditation (2017) |
| Partner doctors | More than 100 |
❓ FAQ
Is Soukra Hospital accredited?
Yes. In 2017, the clinic obtained accreditation from France Accréditation, which certifies that its care complies with French standards.
What are the clinic’s main specialties?
The clinic focuses on neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedic and spinal surgery and rehabilitation. It also performs cosmetic, maxillofacial and general surgery.
Is there a 24/7 emergency department?
Yes. The clinic has an emergency department and a number for neurological emergencies available day and night, linked to its neurovascular unit for strokes.
Do the prices include accommodation?
It depends on the quote. Ask the clinic to specify whether hospitalisation, meals, tests and surgeon’s fees are included.
Can a companion stay at the clinic?
Yes. A family member can accompany the patient during their stay, with three meals included. You must inform the clinic before 10 am.
What imaging equipment is available?
1.5 Tesla MRI, multidetector CT scanner, 3D biplane digital angiography system, two colour Doppler ultrasound scanners, bone densitometer and mammography unit. The neurophysiology department performs EEG, EMG and evoked potentials.
📍 Location
Address: Rue Cheikh Mohamed Enneifer, 2036 La Soukra, Tunis, Tunisia[3]
Telephone: +216 36 406 300
Access from the airport: about 10 minutes by car or taxi from Tunis-Carthage.
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🏁 Conclusion
Soukra Hospital is a 110-bed private clinic of the Taoufik Hospitals Group, focused on neurology, neurosurgery, orthopaedics and rehabilitation. It has a neurovascular unit, a 1.5 Tesla MRI and France Accréditation obtained in 2017. It does not publish its prices: ask for a detailed quote before you go.
