The healthcare sector in Constantine, Algeria, is undergoing a substantial transformation with the launch of various renovation and expansion projects across different medical facilities. As of October 7, 2026, the province boasts 10 major hospital institutions with a combined capacity of 3,113 beds, in addition to 43 multi-service clinics and 81 treatment rooms that cover various municipalities.
Recent developments in the healthcare sector were presented during a meeting of the province's executive council, highlighting that renovation work on operating theaters and intensive care units at the specialized hospital, "Al-Riyad," has reached 98% completion. Furthermore, a multi-service clinic in Ain Abid is slated to open on November 1, 2026.
The healthcare sector in Constantine is being bolstered with modern medical equipment, including an ECMO device, seven scanner machines, an IRM device, and 11 equipped ambulances, along with other digital services and equipment. The provincial governor has issued directives to expedite the completion of ongoing projects and explore the possibility of registering new health projects in areas with a shortage of medical care.
At the University Hospital Center, "Hakim Ben Badis," in Constantine, renovation work has begun on several strategic services, including emergency surgical services, a burn care unit, and a forensic medicine department. These projects aim to modernize infrastructure, enhance service capacity, and improve working conditions for medical staff.
The University Hospital Center has taken organizational and field measures to ensure continuity of medical services during the renovation period. Additional renovation and rehabilitation work is ongoing in several other vital services, including neurosurgery, diabetic care, and pediatric emergency services.
The hospital's neurosurgery department, which serves the entire eastern region of Algeria, is currently operating at reduced capacity due to ongoing renovation work, which has reached 80% completion. Once completed, the department will be able to operate at full capacity, enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.
In terms of cancer treatment, the hospital's radiation therapy department is functioning normally, with three linear accelerators operating according to schedule. Arrangements are being made to put a fourth linear accelerator into service in the near future, further enhancing patient care.
Key points
- Algeria's Constantine province is investing heavily in its healthcare sector, with multiple projects underway to upgrade and expand medical facilities.
- The province's healthcare sector is being bolstered with modern medical equipment, including scanner machines, IRM devices, and equipped ambulances.
- Renovation work at the University Hospital Center includes strategic services such as emergency surgical services, a burn care unit, and a forensic medicine department.
