Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs, Michael Joseph, met with the executive management team of the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre as part of his ongoing assessment of the nation’s healthcare system and operations earlier today.
The meeting brought together key officials including the Permanent Secretary Stacey Gregg-Paige, Medical Director Shivon Belle-Jarvis, Director of Administration Danley Phillip, Director of Operations Marlon Jones, Financial Controller Aldin Crump, Quality Assurance Manager Kathleen Brathwaite, Human Resources Manager (Ag) Olson Browne, Head of Nursing Jacqueline Jno Baptiste, to discuss the current state of the hospital, its immediate and long-term needs, operational challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
Minister Joseph indicated that the engagement forms part of a broader effort to gain a comprehensive understanding of the healthcare sector as the Ministry moves toward strategic planning and the implementation of initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery, improving efficiency, and enhancing patient care across the institution.
Discussions were frank and solution-oriented, with emphasis being placed on areas requiring immediate attention as well as long-term improvements to the hospital’s operations and overall service delivery. Key strategies and timelines were also identified for further review and implementation as part of ongoing efforts to improve efficiency, strengthen internal systems, and enhance the quality and timeliness of care provided to patients.
The Minister reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to working closely with the hospital’s leadership and staff to ensure that meaningful improvements are made in the delivery of healthcare services for the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
