Business View Caribbean April 2023

72 BUSINESS VIEW CARIBBEAN VOLUME 10, ISSUE 4 patients with complicated problems, Dr. Naraynsingh explained that the hospital could manage all age-related diseases. He emphasized the importance of staff training to ensure the proper care and protection of elderly patients. Medical Associates Hospital is constantly evolving to meet the growing healthcare needs of the population. Dr. Naraynsingh revealed their expansion plans: “Right now, we’re starting on a new project to give us some more square footage to expand our lab and neurological services.” The hospital aims to increase its capacity by widening its range of tests and enhancing its neurological and neurosurgery departments. Regarding technology, Medical Associates Hospital is well-equipped with imaging facilities such as MRI and CAT scans. Interestingly, the hospital leverages telehealth for report analysis. Dr. Naraynsingh shares, “The person who does our readings lives in California. In an emergency, he will immediately call to speak to the doctor directly and report the situation and what they have to do.” As the hospital moves forward into the second half of 2023, its focus remains on providing excellent healthcare and preventing hospital-acquired diseases and infections. Dr. Naraynsingh highlights the importance of patient and staff safety, infection control, and the management of foreign patients. In addition, the hospital continues to keep a close eye on its performance by conducting departmental audits and using key performance indices to ensure continuous improvement in all areas. With a solid commitment to excellence, Medical Associates Hospital is poised to continue significantly impacting the health and well-being of Trinidad and Tobago in the coming years.