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Laboratory




Polyclinique de l'Etoile Pathology Department is equipped with world-class laboratory equipment to perform a wide range of pathology tests.

General Consultation




We have doctors that track the progress of your condition, manage disease or disability, prevent future or potential health issues.

Emergency Care




The Emergency Department at Polyclinique de l'Etoile provides patients with access to excellent emergency care, from simple to severe acute illnesses or trauma.

Dental / OPG




is a branch of medicine that consists of the study, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disorders, and conditions of the oral cavity (the mouth).

Minor Surgery




is any invasive operative procedure in which only skin or mucus membranes and connective tissue is resected e.g. vascular cutdown for catheter placement.

Imaging




is a technique of imaging the interior of a body for clinical analysis and medical intervention, as well as visual representation of the function of some organs.

Endoscopy / Colonoscopy




The Endoscopy Clinic performs a wide range of endoscopic procedures that allow both diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, such as peptic ulcers, polyps, cancers, and blockages of the bile ducts due to stones, inflammation and tumors.

Mammography




This is a procedure done to remove a breast tumor. The tumor and a portion of its surrounding (usually a margin of about 2 cm). It is a form of breast-conserving surgery or breast preservation procedure. It is technically a partial mastectomy procedure.

Pediatrics




The pediatrics department at Polyclinique de l'Etoile specializes in the following areas: general pediatrics, pediatrics Intensive Care Unit (ICU), neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Pediatrics and Child Health at Polyclinique de l'Etoile

Gynecology




we give reproductive and sexual health services that include pelvic exams, Pap tests, cancer screenings, and testing and treatment for vaginal infections

Family Planning




At our clinics we can help with contraception, STI testing and treatment, cervical screening, pregnancy testing, abortion advice, PMS, menopause, HPV vaccinations,..

Immunization




We make immune or resistant to an infectious disease, typically by the administration of a vaccine. Vaccines stimulate the body’s own immune system to protect the person against subsequent infection or disease.

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