## About this practice

Dr J. Chummun-Roopsing offers private GP consultations in Mauritius. Private doctors on the island typically provide same-day or next-day appointments, with consultations conducted in English and/or French. Most hold qualifications from universities in Mauritius, France, India, or the United Kingdom.

## Private healthcare for expats

Mauritius operates a two-tier healthcare system. The public sector is free for all residents but can have long waiting times for non-emergency appointments. The private sector — used by the majority of expats and many Mauritian professionals — offers prompt access, modern facilities, and a standard of care comparable to Western Europe.

A private GP consultation in Mauritius typically costs MUR 1,000–2,000 (approximately €20–40). Follow-up appointments are usually slightly less. Prescriptions can be filled at any private pharmacy, and most common medications are readily available.

## Health insurance

Private health insurance is strongly recommended for expats using private healthcare. MEDICOVER Mauritius is the most widely used local insurer, accepted at virtually all private clinics and hospitals. International policies from Cigna, Allianz Care, AXA Global Healthcare, and Bupa International are also accepted at most facilities.

For non-insured patients, costs are paid directly at time of consultation — most practices accept cash and card.

## Referrals and specialist care

Private GPs in Mauritius can provide referrals to specialist consultants at the main private hospitals — Wellkin Hospital (Moka), Fortis Clinique Darné (Floréal), and C-DAC Hospital (Floréal) for the central region. Specialist consultations typically cost MUR 2,000–5,000.

For emergencies, the ambulance number in Mauritius is **114**. The nearest accident and emergency departments for residents of the central region are at Wellkin Hospital and Victoria Hospital (public, Candos).