The Orthopaedic Department at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) provides expert, compassionate care for patients with bone, joint, and musculoskeletal conditions — whether congenital, acquired, or trauma-related.
Your Care Options
Evaluation and Emergency
Assessment and Diagnosis
Comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis of musculoskeletal conditions through detailed clinical assessment and advanced imaging, including:
- Fractures and dislocations
- Congenital and acquired deformities
- Joint and spine disorders
- Soft tissue and muscular injuries
Emergency and Trauma Care
The department provides 24-hour emergency orthopaedic response, offering immediate surgical and non-surgical management for fractures, dislocations, muscular injuries, and infections.
Surgical and Non-Surgical Treatments
Fracture Management
Reduction, fixation, and casting to promote proper bone alignment and healing.
Limb Reconstruction
Correction of deformities to restore normal alignment, length, and function.
Joint Replacement
Hip, knee, shoulder, and other arthroplasties for pain relief and mobility restoration.
Arthroscopic Surgery
Minimally invasive treatment for sports and joint injuries.
Spinal Care
Management of spine injuries, disc herniation, deformities, and chronic back pain.
Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy
Personalised programmes to rebuild strength, flexibility, and function after injury or surgery.
Our Team's Expertise
Dr. David Samaroo, an Orthopaedic Surgeon, graduated from the University of Guyana School of Medicine in 1995 and has served GPHC for over 25 years. He trained in Spine Surgery at Guang Xi Medical University, China, and has held several leadership roles, including Head of Orthopaedics, Head of Surgery, Clinical Coordinator at UG, and Medical Director. He currently serves as Deputy Director, Medical and Professional Services, contributing extensively to surgical and institutional development.
The Orthopaedic Department is staffed by a team of skilled and dedicated professionals:
Orthopaedic Surgeons
Specialists in bone and joint surgery, trauma management, and musculoskeletal health, with subspecialty expertise in arthroscopy, paediatric orthopaedics, spine surgery, and joint reconstruction.
Orthopaedic Technicians
Experts in cast and orthosis application, fracture reduction, and intraoperative support for instrumentation and implants.
Nursing and Physiotherapy Staff
Provide perioperative care, wound management, and rehabilitation to ensure continuity of recovery and patient education.