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The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) is celebrating the contribution of Dr Gillian Birchwood to the development of international guidelines aimed at improving the care and outcomes of children worldwide. Dr Birchwood made this contribution during her tenure as a Consultant…

Members of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s Security Department have been presented with certificates after successfully completing baton and handcuff training designed to strengthen their ability to manage challenging situations safely, lawfully and professionally. Speaking during the certificate presentation ceremony, the…

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) has received a significant investment in the future of patient care following a $100,000 donation from the Olga Worrell Memorial Scholarship Trust to support postgraduate education in critical care nursing. The inaugural contribution will help…

As Barbados joins the international community in observing World Breastfeeding Week from August 1–7, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital is strengthening its efforts to ensure that mothers receive practical, informed and continuous support throughout their breastfeeding journeys. The 2026 theme, “Breastfeeding…

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) has published the 2025 edition of its QEH Data Digest, providing the public with a snapshot of the Hospital’s performance, key achievements, service utilisation and strategic investments over the past three years. Compiled by the…

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital’s teleradiology programme has significantly reduced a longstanding backlog of medical imaging reports, strengthening the timely availability of diagnostic information for patient care. Speaking during the July 13 edition of the QEH Pulse Radio Show, Director of…

The Board, Management, Medical Staff, and employees of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, colleagues, volunteers, and the entire Cancer Support Services community on the passing of Ms. Janette S. Lynton, S.T.E., Founder and…

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), in partnership with the Shaw Centre for Paediatric Excellence (SCPE), today announced the launch of Comprehensive Dried Blood Spot (DBS) Newborn Screening, a transformative initiative that will significantly expand the scope of newborn care available…

The Queen Elizabeth Hospital continues to strengthen cancer care in Barbados through the successful implementation of its advanced Halcyon Radiation Therapy System, providing patients with access to modern, world-class treatment closer to home. During a recent appearance on CBC TV8’s…