Five Vincentian Health Professionals Welcomed in UK for Training

By S.Browne. Updated 2:24 p.m., Wednesday, July 23, 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).

Five health professionals from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines were formally welcomed at a reception in their honour last Friday.

This event marked the start of an eight-week Observership Placement at Leeds Teaching Hospitals in the United Kingdom.

This opportunity is part of a long-standing partnership between National Health Service England (NHS England), West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB), and the Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, built on three pillars: clinical fellowships, observerships, and knowledge exchange.

The 2025 Observership participants include Dr Shonieka Cain (Medical Doctor), Ms Latasha Lewis and Ms Sheroline Primus (Registered Nurses), Ms Nazinga Quashie (Housekeeper), and Ms Patricia John (Female Attendant).

Commending the group, His Excellency Cenio Lewis, High Commissioner for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, noted the programme’s inclusivity:

“I wish to add though, that I see among this cohort of Observers-the inclusion of a Housekeeper and an Attendant. I must say that I am really pleased to see this inclusion, as these roles in Health Care are very critical in SVG – proper use of equipment, cleanliness, waste disposal, simple as they may sound, are not on the margin of Health Care but are essential to the system.”

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Consumer Affairs extended congratulations to the participants and expressed best wishes for their success as they gain valuable experience to enhance healthcare delivery in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

This initiative reflects the enduring partnership between the United Kingdom and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and underscores a shared commitment to capacity-building and healthcare excellence.

This information was sourced from a press release sent to us by the Agency for Public Information.