Doctors & Clinics in Saint Pierre & Miquelon
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Capital: Saint-Pierre
Population: 5, 888
Official language: French
Time zone: Pierre & Miquelon Daylight Time, Pierre & Miquelon Standard Time
Emergency #: 112
Vaccinations required: No
Risk of malaria: No
Saint Pierre & Miquelon is known for being the only French territory in North America. Travellers visit to enjoy traditional French culture and take in natural landscapes, such as ocean views and rolling green hills.
The standards for patient care and medical services in Saint Pierre & Miquelon may differ from your home country. Saint Pierre & Miquelon has a public healthcare system with private healthcare options. The quality of care is good and meets international standards, comparable to mainland France and neighbouring Canada. Access to care is generally good, but wait times in public hospitals and centres may be longer than in private facilities. There is an agreement between Saint Pierre and Miquelon and St. Johns, Newfoundland in Canada that allows residents to seek care at either island.
In the event of a medical emergency, contact your travel health insurance company immediately. Hospitals and private practitioners in Saint Pierre & Miquelon typically require upfront payment, regardless if you have travel health insurance. Evacuation to Canada may be required for complex emergencies. Ensure that you have accessible funds to cover upfront fees and adequate travel health insurance, including evacuation. Before you depart, check with your insurer about the extent of their coverage in Saint Pierre & Miquelon.
Pharmacies are widely available in Saint Pierre & Miquelon. Due to the island’s small size, certain medications may not be available and will have to be accessed through St. John’s, Canada. Ensure you pack a sufficient supply of essential medication for the duration of your trip.
If you are travelling with medication, check with Saint Pierre & Miquelon’s embassy, consulate, or Ministry of Health for details on medication allowances and restrictions. Note that these sources may provide incomplete or out-of-date information.
Roads are paved but may not be well maintained and are commonly bumpy, which may make driving difficult. Drivers and passengers of vehicles must wear a seat belt at all times. Motorcycle drivers and passengers of motorcycles must wear helmets.