Business View Caribbean April 2023

70 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 4 Dr. Selvarajah elaborates on the international patient service, which extends to those coming from other parts of the island or abroad: “If they can fly commercially, we will pick them up from the airport or the seaport...or if they are unable to fly commercially, they will get in contact with us, and we will get in contact with Medevac, a helicopter service that provides medical assistance to patients needing transport.” Dr. Naraynsingh adds that air ambulance services are available for transporting patients to and from other locations, such as the United States or other islands. This comprehensive and well-coordinated approach to medical transportation demonstrates Medical Associates Hospital’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality healthcare for residents of Trinidad and Tobago and beyond. The hospital has also sought internationally recognized accreditations as part of its international strategy. Under Dr. Naraynsingh’s leadership, Medical Associates Hospital recently achieved international accreditation, setting it apart as the only hospital in the Caribbean to have received this prestigious recognition. This accreditation signifies that the hospital meets or exceeds international standards, including patient care, staff training, and waste disposal. With this accomplishment, Dr. Naraynsingh is confident that Medical Associates Hospital is ready to expand its focus beyond local patients. The hospital is actively marketing its services to attract foreign patients, positioning itself as a trusted healthcare provider for