As part of its initiative to create a modern and digitally integrated health ecosystem, the Guyana Government has begun implementing artificial intelligence (AI) at the Enmore Regional Hospital to assist in interpreting medical images, including x-rays, CT scans, and ultrasounds. This advancement was announced by Minister of Health Dr. Frank Anthony during a recent event focused on the government’s investment in developing a world-class healthcare sector.
“We have now added a system where images generated at Enmore can be read using this AI technology,” Dr. Anthony explained. According to him, the AI system can analyze images within 14 seconds, indicating whether they are normal or have a pathology. If a pathology is detected, the system pinpoints the specific area, allowing doctors to read the images more effectively.
The software also offers the capability to provide preliminary diagnoses, leveraging extensive training on diverse datasets. “You would be able to get that, which can then be verified by the radiologists,” he added.
Dr. Anthony emphasized that this system would significantly enhance the efficiency of the imaging department. Traditionally, preparing reports takes considerable time, but with the new AI system, doctors can easily dictate the desired details and receive comprehensive reports at the push of a button. The AI can even measure pathologies automatically and supply all relevant dimensions.
The Enmore Regional Hospital was among six new health facilities recently commissioned in Guyana, alongside hospitals in Diamond, Lima, Bath, Skeldon, and Number 75. These hospitals are equipped with advanced medical facilities, including CT scanners and digital x-ray systems, offering a full spectrum of services ranging from basic examinations to specialized treatment and emergency care.
During the opening of the Enmore Regional Hospital in July, President Dr. Irfaan Ali highlighted the importance of deploying advanced technology in healthcare, stating, “Guyana will emerge as a regional leader in smart care health services through a bold and forward-thinking health agenda.” He noted that the country is rapidly integrating digital technology into the public health infrastructure, ushering in an era of data-driven decisions, telemedicine, electronic health records, and AI-assisted diagnostics.
Additionally, just a week prior, President Ali announced plans for Guyana’s first robotic-assisted surgery, set to take place next year. This groundbreaking initiative will involve highly specialized surgeons based in the United States performing procedures in Guyana using advanced robotic technology.
