– says hospital a ‘quantum leap’ in Guyana’s health system
– sets new standard of care for Region Two

RESIDENTS of Region Two will no longer need to journey to Georgetown for advanced medical treatment, following the official commissioning of the $6.6 billion state-of-the-art Lima Hospital on Friday afternoon.
The modern 75-bed facility, strategically located at Lima, Essequibo Coast, represents a major milestone in the transformation of Guyana’s healthcare system.
It is one of six new hospitals being built nationwide to expand access to specialised services.
Offering an extensive range of care. including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Cardiology, Orthopaedics, Mental Health, and Psychiatry, the hospital is also equipped with a 24/7 Emergency Department, Inpatient and Outpatient care, advanced laboratory and imaging services, dental and optical units, and modern operating theatres.

Delivering the feature address, President Dr. Irfaan Ali said the new hospital symbolises a “quantum leap in healthcare” and is designed to revolutionise medical services in Region Two.
“In every sphere of the health ecosystem, we have invested in building the human capital to deliver the best healthcare to the people of this nation,” the President stated.
“We are unleashing a revolution that every child will be screened early, and we must have health data to track that child’s development, based on a data-driven system.”
To guarantee high standards, the hospital will soon have a dedicated Quality Assurance Unit, while incentives will be offered to healthcare workers.
President Ali further highlighted that the facility includes a 12-chair dialysis unit, digitised patient records, CT scans, and telemedicine services to ensure timely and efficient care.
Health Minister, Dr. Frank Anthony, emphasised that the hospital is fully equipped to provide high-dependency and trauma care, a neonatal unit, modern laboratory and imaging services, CT scans, and dialysis treatment.
Unlike the older Suddie Hospital, which lacked specialised units, Lima Hospital also features five-bed inpatient rooms—each with its own toilet and bath to provide privacy for patients.
“Importantly, this hospital is equipped with its own oxygen plant, ensuring a steady supply for patients,” Dr. Anthony noted.
Regional Chairperson, Vilma De Silva, hailed the commissioning as a “historic day” for Essequibo and praised the government’s commitment to improving healthcare delivery across Guyana.
Doctors and staff members who will serve at the hospital also welcomed the investment, describing it as a game-changer for both healthcare workers and patients in the region.
The commissioning ceremony saw the unveiling of the hospital’s plaque by President Ali and Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony, alongside medical professionals who will now operate in one of the most advanced healthcare facilities ever built on the Essequibo Coast.