US medical assistance team begins mission in Guyana

…to provide support to 5 hospitals

A new medical engagement mission kicked off in Guyana on Monday, as the United States (US) Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2025, in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, began providing crucial medical and dental services across five locations in the country.
The two-week mission, which marks the second LAMAT deployment to Guyana, aims to strengthen the partnership between the US and Guyana, offering additional support and capacity to local medical facilities. It is also designed to improve the ability of both nations to address complex global health challenges.
A team of 60 US Army and Air Force medical professionals, including doctors, nurses, and technicians, will be working alongside their Guyanese counterparts at Port Mourant Hospital, the New Amsterdam Regional Hospital, the West Demerara Regional Hospital (WDRH), the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) and the Cheddi Jagan Dental School. Together, they will provide a range of medical and dental treatments to patients, enhancing local healthcare resources and expertise.

In his remarks during the opening ceremony, the Honourable Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony, welcomed the LAMAT mission back to Guyana for the second time, emphasising the longstanding and impactful partnership between the US and Guyana. He highlighted the mission as an example of the collaborative efforts aimed at improving the nation’s healthcare system.
Chargé d’Affaires Adrienne Galanek, also addressed the ceremony, underscoring that LAMAT reflects the US’s commitment to being a trusted partner to Guyana. She noted that the mission is part of the ongoing and fruitful collaboration between the two Governments, aiming to enhance healthcare services in the region.
Both US and Guyanese medical teams are expected to collaborate on a variety of initiatives, including training and knowledge exchange, to ensure lasting benefits for the healthcare sector in Guyana.