Business View Caribbean April 2023

69 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 4 MEDICAL ASSOCIATES HOSPI TAL to another, from one level to another, as regards treatment and how fast it’s done.” By closely monitoring treatment processes and timelines, Medical Associates Hospital is committed to maintaining first-world standards in patient care for these life-threatening conditions. To support this priority, the hospital retains specialists in cardiology, as Dr. Naraynsingh confirms. This emphasis on specialized care for cardiovascular health further underscores the hospital’s dedication to providing comprehensive, high-quality medical services for the residents of Trinidad and Tobago. Medical Associates Hospital maintains strong relationships with medical practitioners and clinics throughout the islands. Dr. Naraynsingh explains, “We have medical practitioners all over who refer patients to us.” In acute situations, like myocardial infarction or stroke, patients can go straight to the hospital’s accident and emergency department, where quick action is crucial. Transportation services play a vital role for patients in remote areas in ensuring they receive the care they need. While helicopters are rarely used within Trinidad, Dr. Naraynsingh clarifies that ambulance service is available, and the hospital also has its ambulance service for patient transport.