Dialysis Expansion at Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Aims to Alleviate Waiting Lists and Attract Medical Tourism
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) is expanding its dialysis services to meet the growing demand from kidney disease patients in Antigua and Barbuda. Health Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph announced the installation of 11 new dialysis units, which will help reduce waiting times and improve access to care.
This expansion is just the beginning. Plans are underway to convert the former Holberton Hospital buildings into a dedicated dialysis facility, ultimately adding up to 90 units.
The move not only supports the local population but could also turn Antigua and Barbuda into a regional hub for dialysis care, attracting patients from across the Caribbean and beyond.
Minister Joseph highlighted the importance of this development, especially as many Caribbean islands lack access to adequate dialysis services.
He also noted that enhanced dialysis facilities could boost medical tourism, offering treatment to international patients while they visit the island.
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