The Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association (SLMDA) is proud to announce the resounding success of its highly anticipated 20th Annual Continuing Medical Education (CME) Conference and awards ceremony, held on November 16–17 at the Bay Gardens Hotel. The awards ceremony was a culmination of the conference’s theme, “Bridging the Gap in Healthcare,” which brought together local physicians, healthcare personnel, and Saint Lucian doctors in the diaspora. The conference, held in collaboration with Stony Brook University, featured dynamic discussions and presentations aimed at fostering collaboration and addressing critical healthcare challenges.
The awards ceremony event celebrated the achievements of healthcare professionals who have made contributions to medicine and the advancement of healthcare in Saint Lucia. The evening’s highlight was the presentation of the inaugural George Martin Didier Visionary Award, named in honor of the late Dr. George Martin Didier, a visionary physician whose life was devoted to excellence in patient care, innovation, and mentorship. The prestigious award was bestowed upon Dr. Jonathan Romel Daniel, well known Internist and Cardiologist whose remarkable dedication to medicine and the community embodies Dr. Didier’s inspiring legacy.
Other distinguished awardees included:
- Outstanding Physician Award: Dr. Kurlene Cenac
- Outstanding Junior Doctor Award: Dr. Kyra Joseph
- Outstanding Intern Award: Dr. Nyalla Lewis
- Outstanding Contribution to SLMDA: Dr Guruswamy Ramachandrappa
- Award for Dedication and Innovation Team Member: Dr.Christi Gerald
- The SLMDA extends its heartfelt congratulations to all award recipients and nominees for their exceptional contributions to the medical field. Each honoree reflects the core values of the Association: excellence, innovation, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.
The SLMDA also recognized and awarded its long standing sponsors namely Carlisle Laboratories Ltd, Medical Protection Society (MPS), Peter and Company Distribution (PCD), and Saint Lucia Electricity Services Ltd (Lucelec), who have supported the annual conference for many years.
We express thanks once again to our partners, sponsors, and participants for making the 20th Annual CME Conference and awards ceremony a memorable success. Together, we continue to honor our past, celebrate our present, and build a brighter future for healthcare.
