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Internal Medicine & Dermatology
Medical care for adults, with expertise in skin and infectious diseases.
The medicine and medical specialties department cares for adult patients with medical conditions, including women during and after pregnancy who have high blood pressure, diabetes, infections or other illnesses. It brings particular expertise in dermatology, infectious diseases and sexually transmitted infections.
The department works closely with the maternity, the HIV care centre and the laboratory, and supports other services with specialist opinions for hospitalised patients.
What we offer
- Adult medicine
- Dermatology
- Dermatological procedures
- Infectious diseases
- Sexually transmitted infections
- Andrology
Adult medicine. Consultations for hypertension, diabetes, infections and other medical conditions.
Dermatology. Diagnosis and treatment of skin, hair and nail diseases in children and adults.
Dermatological procedures. Minor skin surgery, biopsies and cryotherapy.
Infectious diseases. Management of infections, including HIV, hepatitis and tropical diseases.
Sexually transmitted infections. Confidential diagnosis and treatment for patients and their partners.
Andrology. Assessment of male infertility and sexual health.
Skin conditions we treat
Skin problems are among the most common reasons people see a doctor. Our dermatologists treat both common and complex conditions.
- Eczema, acne, psoriasis and allergies
- Fungal, bacterial and parasitic skin infections
- Pigmentation disorders and skin damage from bleaching products
- Hair loss and nail diseases
- Suspicious moles and skin lesions, with biopsy when needed
- Skin conditions in pregnancy and in babies
Male reproductive health
Infertility concerns both partners. Men whose partners are followed in our gynaecology service can be assessed in the andrology clinic, with semen analysis performed in our pathology laboratory. Confidential care for sexually transmitted infections is also available, with treatment of partners to prevent reinfection.
Who leads the service
- Dr NKORO OMBEDE Grâce Anita – Dermatologist, Chief of Service, Medicine & Medical Specialties
- MENYE Brigitte Nathalie – Head Nurse, Medicine
Practical information
Consultations. Monday to Friday, 07:30 – 15:30.
Men welcome. Men aged over 15 are seen as outpatients in this department.
Confidential. STI and HIV consultations are private and confidential.
Bring. Previous results, your list of medicines and any creams or products you have used on your skin.
Opening hours
- Monday: 07:30 – 15:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 – 15:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 – 15:30
- Thursday: 07:30 – 15:30
- Friday: 07:30 – 15:30
- Saturday: Emergencies only
- Sunday: Emergencies only
Specialists in Internal Medicine & Dermatology
Dr DJOUOGO TEKOGNO Cathérine Félicité
DermatologistDr NKORO OMBEDE Grâce Anita
Dermatologist – Chief of ServiceFrequently asked questions
Yes. Men aged over 15 are seen as outpatients in medicine, dermatology, andrology, ENT, ophthalmology and dentistry, and in the emergency department.
Many skin-lightening products contain corticosteroids, mercury or hydroquinone that can damage the skin permanently and harm your health. Our dermatologists can help treat these complications.
Yes. For sexually transmitted infections, treating both partners is essential. Your partner can be seen confidentially.
It is a treatment that uses extreme cold to remove warts and certain skin lesions. It is quick and usually done during the consultation.
Ask a question about Internal Medicine & Dermatology
Our team replies on working days. For an emergency, do not write: call (+237) 670 607 278 or come directly to the hospital.