In a major boost to Region Two’s health sector, over 100 students graduated from the Public Hospital Suddie Training Centre on Friday.
This achievement aligns with the Government of Guyana’s commitment to strengthening the health sector through the Ministry of Health, ensuring that the region is equipped with trained professionals to deliver quality medical care.
The graduating class comprised of 15 Theatre Technicians, 20 Medical Laboratory Technicians, 47 Nursing Assistants, and 19 Post-Basic Midwifery students. They are now equipped to enhance patient care and healthcare delivery throughout Region Two.
Delivering the feature address at the ceremony which was held at the Abram Zuil Secondary School, Health Minister, Dr Frank Anthony lauded the graduates for their dedication and commitment to their studies in order to give back to their communities.
He emphasised that the ceremony marked the beginning of a lifelong journey of learning and growth in the healthcare profession.
Some of the graduates
Moreover, he encouraged the graduates to further their education, aiming to become doctors, surgeons, and other specialised professionals. He highlighted the importance of their contributions, stating that they will play an integral role in saving lives as they begin their service at various Government health facilities.
Addressing the region’s growing healthcare needs, the Minister disclosed that the Lima Regional Hospital is set to be completed by mid-next year. He noted that the state-of-the-art facility will require additional nurses, doctors, midwives, and technicians, making the graduates’ success a critical part of the region’s future healthcare infrastructure.
Health Minister Dr Frank Anthony speaking at the graduation ceremony on Friday
The Minister also spoke on plans for new specialised training programmes in areas such as intensive care, radiology, and cardiac nursing, ensuring Region Two’s workforce is prepared for advanced healthcare services.
“If we don’t train people, where will we get these specialists?… we are building the hospital and training people in Region Two to work right here. After which the hospital in Suddie and Charity will go on major upgrades and again, we will need more people to work.”
Meanwhile, Regional Health Officer (RHO) Dr Ranjeev Singh echoed similar sentiments, emphasising that the graduates’ achievements extend beyond personal success.
“This is about elevating not just yourselves and your families but your communities, your region, and ultimately your country,” he remarked.
Dr Singh also highlighted the significant progress in healthcare training, with the number of graduates steadily increasing to meet the sector’s growing demands.
Also attending the graduation ceremony were Regional Chairperson Vilma De Silva, Prime Minister Representative Arnold Adams, and representatives from the Region Two Health Care services, among other invitees.
