The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) is poised to revolutionize neurosurgical care in Guyana and the Caribbean with the launch of “Operation Brain Tumour.” This ambitious initiative seeks to address the national backlog of patients diagnosed with brain tumours, leveraging the cutting-edge CUSA Clarity by Integra, a state-of-the-art surgical tool that places GPHC at the forefront of neurosurgical innovation in the region.
The CUSA Clarity is a groundbreaking advancement in neurosurgery, designed to significantly enhance precision and efficiency during tumour removal procedures. Traditional brain surgeries often require 8-10 hours, depending on complexity and patient condition. However, with the integration of this advanced technology, surgical durations are expected to be halved, enabling GPHC to perform more procedures with greater safety and improved outcomes.
Under the leadership of Chief Neurosurgeon Dr. Amarnauth Dukhi, “Operation Brain Tumour” aims to eliminate the current backlog of brain tumour patients at GPHC by the end of 2024. To achieve this, surgeries are scheduled to begin next Friday and will be conducted every Friday until the close of the year. Additionally, daily surgeries are planned from December 2 to December 9, significantly increasing the hospital’s surgical capacity.
Dr. Dukhi emphasized the significance of the initiative, stating, “The acquisition of the CUSA Clarity marks a pivotal moment in neurosurgery for GPHC and Guyana. This technology allows us to perform surgeries with greater precision, reduced time, and improved outcomes for our patients. We are committed to addressing the urgent needs of our Guyanese and ensuring that no patient is left behind.”
As of October 31, 2024, the Neurosurgery Department has already completed 143 procedures, with a total of 175 surgeries performed in 2023. With the launch of “Operation Brain Tumour,” GPHC anticipates a significant increase in its surgical output, setting new benchmarks for healthcare delivery in the Caribbean.
GPHC remains steadfast in its mission to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare to all Guyanese. The launch of this initiative underscores the hospital’s commitment to innovation and excellence in patient care.
