The Medical Outpatient Department (MOPD) at Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) serves as a primary walk-in clinic for patients without referral. Located beneath the Ministry of Health’s Malaria and Dengue Testing Facility, it offers consultations, wound care, pharmacy services, and lab testing to patients from across Guyana.
Your Care Options
Closed on holidays.
Our Services
- General medical consultations for non-emergency conditions
- Same-day outpatient care for patients referred from other GPHC departments
- Expedited assessment for referrals from external health institutions
- Follow-up and continuity of care for stabilised patients
- Wound care, dressings, and IV drug administration
- Employment and staff medical evaluations
- Assessment for patients triaged from the Emergency Department
- Medical reviews for individuals accessing laboratory services
- Phlebotomy, wound dressing, and social work support
- Referral coordination to specialty clinics, health centres, or district hospitals
Our Team's Expertise
Dr. Ryhan Singh-Raghunauth is a Physician with 23 years of experience, specialising in general and primary care medicine with a strong interest in internal medicine. She holds degrees in Biology, Medicine & Surgery, and Public Health, along with postgraduate certification in Paediatric Nutrition and a Master’s Certificate in Hospital Management. Her career has been dedicated to delivering high-quality primary health care.
The MOPD is staffed by a multidisciplinary team committed to providing fast, efficient, and compassionate outpatient care.
Medical Officers
Seven doctors with diverse backgrounds span emergency medicine, general practice, internal medicine, and surgery, allowing for broad clinical coverage.
Nursing Staff
Registered nurses, nursing assistants, and Patient Care Advocates (PCAs) provide triage support, wound care, and dressings, ensuring continuity between medical and nursing services.
Pharmacy and Laboratory Personnel
Onsite pharmacists, pharmacist assistants, and phlebotomists facilitate medication dispensing and diagnostic testing.
Support Team
Clerical staff, patient advocates, janitorial staff, and security personnel ensure efficient patient flow and a safe, well-maintained environment.
At GPHC’s Medical Outpatient Department, we take pride in being the first point of care for thousands of patients each year. Our goal is simple: to provide accessible, high-quality medical attention for everyone — swiftly, safely, and with compassion.