THE Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) continues to strengthen medical education and surgical expertise, as its Orthopaedic Department successfully hosted a refresher training programme for orthopedic technicians across the country on Saturday, February 8th.
The nationwide training saw the participation of approximately 60 orthopaedic technicians from Regions One, Two, Three, Four, Five, Seven and 10. Designed to enhance knowledge and practical skills, the programme combined informative lectures and hands-on sessions aimed at refining techniques in orthopaedic care.

The training was accredited with four Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits, underscoring its importance in professional development within the allied health sector.

The programme was co-ordinated by Dr. Collins and Matthew Doris, Senior Technician at GPHC, and featured a distinguished panel of presenters, including: Dr. Fawcett Jeffrey, Dr. Kaaleshwar Ramcharran, Dr. Kurtley Hestick, Dr. David Murillo, Dr. Rajendra Singh, Dr. Randolph Tulsi, Dr. Dominic Park, Ms. Petal Surujpaul (Radiology), and Ms. Christina Charles (Senior Technician).

Participants gained critical insights on doctor-technician communication, conflict resolution, systematic X-ray evaluation, supracondylar fractures, and frequently missed orthopaedic injuries. A practical X-ray reading session further strengthened diagnostic skills.
At the programme’s conclusion, participants were presented with certificates of participation, recognizing their dedication to continuous learning and excellence in orthopaedic practice.

GPHC’s Orthopaedic Department remains Guyana’s leading surgical unit, having managed 12,664 patients in 2024 and 13,307 in 2023, with 2,415 elective and emergency surgeries conducted last year alone.

This initiative reflects GPHC’s ongoing mission to enhance medical training, foster collaboration, and improve orthopedic care across Guyana. The hospital’s Orthopaedic Department remains at the forefront of innovation and best practices, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes and professional growth for healthcare providers.