The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on Tuesday celebrated the successful completion of its first Fellowship Certification Ceremony for a one-year training programme in Urogynecology.
This milestone event, hosted by the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, recognised the exceptional achievement of Dr Padmini Singh, who has enhanced her expertise through hands-on training in the United States.
The programme, made possible through a valuable partnership with Northwell Health, equips Dr Singh with advanced skills to provide improved and specialised services in her field. Her success marks a significant step forward in enhancing obstetric and gynecological care in Guyana.
Dr Eric Peña, Vice President at Northwell Health, delivered remarks during the ceremony, expressing pride in the enduring partnership between Northwell Health and Guyana. He commended the remarkable progress of the country’s health sector over the years, emphasising the importance of access to quality healthcare.
“For us to be a part of this has been a privilege,” Dr Peña said. “I’m incredibly excited to see what the future holds for this partnership and the continued transformation of Guyana’s healthcare system.”
He also applauded the leadership of GPHC and the Ministry of Health for their unwavering commitment to healthcare excellence, which he described as a vital foundation for societal well-being.
Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, delivered the keynote address, congratulating Dr Singh on her outstanding accomplishment. He emphasised how this training would greatly enhance service delivery in the field of Urogynecology and lauded Northwell Health’s collaboration with Guyana.
“This partnership has been instrumental in supporting our healthcare system,” Dr. Anthony said. “Northwell Health has worked with us on nursing initiatives, contributed to our medical training programmes, and now, through this fellowship, is helping us build specialised expertise. We look forward to expanding these opportunities in the future.”
Dr Anthony also commended GPHC for their dedication to advancing healthcare education and providing resources for such impactful initiatives.
Among the distinguished attendees were Dr Robbie Rambarran, Chief Executive Officer of GPHC, Dr Navindranauth Rambaran, Director of Medical and Professional Services at GPHC, and other senior medical professionals and staff.
This fellowship programme underscores the Ministry of Health’s commitment to investing in healthcare professionals’ development and advancing the overall quality of care in Guyana. The Ministry anticipates that initiatives like these will continue to drive innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery for the benefit of all citizens.
