Trinidad Eye Hospital Team Pays Courtesy Visit to Permanent Secretary Colin Okeiffe

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Trinidad Eye Hospital Team Pays Courtesy Visit to Permanent Secretary Colin Okeiffe

The

Trinidad Eye Hospital Team

paid a courtesy visit to

Permanent Secretary Mr. Colin O’Keiffe

earlier this week to provide an update on the number of cataract surgeries conducted during their ongoing visit to Antigua and Barbuda.

This marks the Hospital’s first engagement with Mr. O’Keiffe since his recent transfer to the

Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment, and Civil Service Affairs

. During the meeting, representatives of the Hospital expressed appreciation for the continued collaboration with the Ministry and reiterated their commitment to improving eye health across the nation.

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Permanent Secretary O’Keiffe welcomed the update and expressed his enthusiasm for strengthening the partnership between the Ministry and the

Trinidad Eye Hospital

. He noted that improving access to cataract surgeries is a vital part of the Ministry’s broader mission to enhance the quality of life for all citizens.

The Ministry looks forward to the continued work and shared vision that will help bring better sight, and brighter futures to the people of Antigua and Barbuda.

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Comments (4)

  • Apex Jones June 26, 2025, 9:41 PM

    Thumbs up good work guys
    Reply
  • Kimberly June 27, 2025, 8:11 AM

    Cataract surgery may seem small to some, but for those affected, it’s life-changing. Great to see progress being made.
    Reply
  • Rika June 27, 2025, 8:12 AM

    It’s great, but I hope we also invest in training more local eye surgeons instead of relying on visiting missions forever.
    Reply
  • Informed citizen June 27, 2025, 10:51 AM

    The dedication of the Trinidad Eye Hospital team, traveling to Antigua to perform hundreds of surgeries, directly alleviates financial and logistical burdens for Antiguan families. This is compassionate healthcare in action.
    Reply

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