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Across Regions 4, 5, and 6, the Guyanese Government has taken decisive steps to fulfil its commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare. Through the construction of 12 new hospitals and the comprehensive upgrading of existing regional health centres, residents of Demerara, Berbice, and Essequibo are now experiencing improved health outcomes and greater ease in accessing medical services.
In Region 4, Guyana’s most densely populated area, investments in facilities such as the Diamond Hospital and the Cummings Lodge Smart Hospital have helped relieve the burden on central facilities like the Georgetown Public Hospital. These upgrades have extended advanced care into surrounding communities, making vital services more accessible (DPI).
In Region 5, facilities such as Mahaicony and Fort Wellington Hospitals have been upgraded with expanded diagnostic capabilities, maternal services, and emergency care. These centres now serve as key pillars in a growing regional health system designed to meet the diverse needs of local populations.
Similarly, Region 6 has seen major advancements. The New Amsterdam and Skeldon Hospitals have received upgrades to their infrastructure, including the addition of intensive care units and diagnostic labs. These improvements ensure residents of East Berbice-Corentyne can access essential services without the need to travel long distances (Ministry of Health Guyana).
These accomplishments have been supported through partnerships with international organizations, including the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). Initiatives such as the SMART Hospitals Program, co-funded by the UK Government and implemented through PAHO, have delivered climate-resilient, technologically advanced healthcare facilities in communities like Cummings Lodge (PAHO).
The broader vision includes not just infrastructure, but system-wide improvements. This includes expanded telemedicine, digitized patient management, and ongoing medical personnel training—critical steps toward achieving Universal Health Coverage by 2030.
According to statements from health officials, these initiatives are already making a tangible difference in people’s lives. As noted in recent reporting, the Government’s healthcare upgrades are “bringing services closer to where people live” (News Room Guyana).
Through investment, innovation, and inclusive planning, Guyana is redefining what healthcare access looks like—delivering not just promises, but progress across the country.
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