A total of 434 students graduated from the Georgetown School of Nursing on Tuesday, representing one of the largest graduating classes in the school’s history.

The graduating class included 201 Registered Nurses, 171 Nursing Assistants, and 36 Midwives. 

Addressing the graduates at the National Culture Centre, Minister of Health, Dr Frank Anthony said the Government will continue to invest in training to further advance service delivery and quality health care in each region.

He said even as investments continue in the Health Sector, it is important for health professionals to provide a high level of service, while demonstrating both professionalism and empathy.

“We are in this business to ensure people feel they are receiving competent and compassionate care,” he stated.

 The graduates, who have been trained extensively in their respective fields, will now join healthcare teams nationwide, contributing to the continued transformation of Guyana’s healthcare system. 

Dr Anthony urged them to embrace lifelong learning.

“Medicine is a field where learning never stops; therefore, staying updated ensures that we can address new challenges effectively,” he said. 

Meanwhile, the Chief Medical Officer, Dr Narine Singh, praised the graduates for their dedication and urged them to carry the torch of compassionate care. 

He reminded the graduates of their critical role as advocates for patients, often serving as their greatest source of strength during life’s most challenging moments. 

Meanwhile, the Deputy Director of the Health Sciences Division Chandroutie Persaud, celebrated the graduates’ perseverance and success. She praised their commitment to excellence and acknowledged the vital role of the faculty in guiding them through challenges to this remarkable milestone. 

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