Tunisia Establishes Itself as a Regional Reference in Renal and Urological Surgery
Tunisia has become a regional reference in renal and urological surgery, according to Dr. Sami Ben Rhouma, Head of the Renal and Urological Surgery Department at Habib Thameur University Hospital, who made the statement on Tuesday, October 14, 2025. During his appearance on Express FM, he highlighted that the country attracts patients from the Maghreb, Africa, and the Gulf states every year, thanks to the competence of its medical teams and the quality of its hospital infrastructure. Tunisia is among the most advanced African countries in renal transplantation, he added, noting that several foreign countries rely on Tunisian expertise in this field.
Upcoming Congress and International Recognition
Dr. Ben Rhouma also announced the 25th National Congress of Renal and Urological Surgery, scheduled to take place from October 16 to 18, 2025, in Hammamet, which will bring together specialists from Africa, Europe, Asia, and the United States, as well as international learned societies.
Technological Advancements and Future Developments
Regarding technological advancements, the surgeon indicated that surgical robots, which are already widely used worldwide to increase precision and quality of interventions, are expected to be introduced in Tunisia soon. He emphasized the importance of integrating new technologies and innovative techniques into the healthcare system, estimating that they facilitate surgical interventions and improve the quality of care.
Key Points
- Tunisia has established itself as a regional reference in renal and urological surgery
- The country attracts patients from the Maghreb, Africa, and the Gulf states due to its competent medical teams and quality hospital infrastructure
- Tunisia is among the most advanced African countries in renal transplantation
- The 25th National Congress of Renal and Urological Surgery will take place in Hammamet from October 16 to 18, 2025
- Surgical robots are expected to be introduced in Tunisia soon to increase precision and quality of interventions.
