Breast cancer in Oujda:
an integrated pathway, without leaving the Oriental.
From screening to follow-up, Clinique Achark in Oujda offers a complete breast cancer pathway: 3D mammography, 3T MRI, breast-conserving surgery, conformal radiation therapy, weekly tumour board and psycho-social support.
The 5-step pathway at Clinique Achark in Oujda
- 1. Screening & first consultation
3D mammography (tomosynthesis) + breast ultrasound in Oujda. Oncology consultation within 48 h in case of an abnormality.
- 2. Confirmed diagnosis (pathology)
Stereotactic or ultrasound-guided biopsy. On-site pathology + immunohistochemistry (HR, HER2, Ki67).
- 3. MDT — multidisciplinary tumour board
Decision validated in the weekly MDT at Clinique Achark: oncologist, surgeon, radiation oncologist, radiologist, pathologist.
- 4. Personalised treatment
Surgery (lumpectomy or mastectomy + lymphadenectomy), neo/adjuvant chemotherapy, conformal radiation therapy, hormone therapy.
- 5. Follow-up & rehabilitation
Follow-up consultations, lymphoedema care, psycho-oncology and patient association support. Post-mastectomy rehabilitation programme.
From diagnosis to treatment
3D mammography (tomosynthesis)
Effective early detection, particularly in patients with dense breasts (women <50 y, family history).
3 Tesla breast MRI
Pre-operative staging and surveillance of high-risk patients (BRCA mutations).
Weekly tumour board
All treatment decisions are validated collegially, in line with ESMO and NCCN standards.
Linear accelerator
Conformal radiation therapy (IMRT/IGRT) with accelerated partial breast irradiation when indicated.
How much does it cost in Oujda?
Depending on stage and protocol, the total cost of a breast cancer pathway at Clinique Achark in Oujda typically ranges between 60,000 and 180,000 MAD (surgery + chemo + radiation + follow-up). With CNSS / CNOPS / RAMED / private-insurer coverage, the patient share is usually 10 to 30%. A written quote is issued before any treatment starts.
Frequently asked questions from Oriental-region patients
At Clinique Achark in Oujda, screening combines 3D digital mammography (tomosynthesis) + complementary breast ultrasound. Appointments within 48 h on 0536-69-22-22 or via the online form. Reimbursed by CNSS, AMO and private insurers.
Cited medical sources
- OMS / WHO — Breast cancer fact sheet
- ESMO — Breast Cancer Clinical Practice Guidelines
- NCCN — Breast Cancer Guidelines
This page summarises the recommendations of the learned societies listed above, adapted to the clinical practice context at Clinique Achark in Oujda.
