The Paediatric Surgery Department at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) provides specialised surgical care for newborns, infants, children, and adolescents.
Your Care Options
The department offers both elective (planned) and emergency surgical care for a broad range of congenital and acquired conditions in children.
Core Surgical Services
Newborn and Infant Surgery
Management of congenital anomalies including gastroschisis, omphalocele, intestinal atresia, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and Hirschsprung’s disease.
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Treatment of appendicitis, intussusception, Meckel’s diverticulum, and bowel obstruction.
Paediatric Urology
Correction of hypospadias, undescended testes, posterior urethral valves, and vesicoureteric reflux.
Thoracic Surgery
Repair of congenital lung malformations and chest wall abnormalities.
Paediatric Oncology
Surgical management of solid childhood tumours such as Wilms’ tumour, hepatoblastoma, and neuroblastoma.
Day Surgery
Same-day procedures including hernia repairs, hydrocele repairs, circumcision, and minor excisions — enabling faster recovery and minimal disruption to family life.
Elective/Emergency Surgeries
Elective and emergency surgeries for congenital and acquired conditions in children
Comprehensive Care Pathway
Pre-surgical and Antenatal Counselling
Providing parents with clear information and support before surgery.
Surgical Management
Surgical management using advanced and minimally invasive techniques
Postoperative Care
Postoperative care including monitoring, pain management, and family education to promote safe discharge and recovery at home.
Our Team's Expertise
Dr. Marisa Seepersaud is a Paediatric Surgeon with extensive experience in clinical practice, medical education, and surgical leadership. She holds an MBBS, a Doctorate in Paediatric Surgery, and an MBA in Healthcare Management. Her work has strengthened paediatric surgical services in Guyana and gained international recognition through contributions to SURGhub, surgical simulation, and global training initiatives. She is also a published author and mentor dedicated to advancing safe and sustainable paediatric surgery.
Our department is staffed by a dedicated multidisciplinary team combining technical skill with compassion:
Paediatric Surgeons
Specialists trained in neonatal, thoracic, abdominal, and urological surgery for children.
Paediatric Urologists
Experts in surgical care of the urinary and reproductive systems.
Specialist Nurses
Trained in perioperative and paediatric recovery care, providing comfort and reassurance for young patients and their families.
Anaesthetists and Critical Care Staff
Ensure the safest anaesthesia and postoperative monitoring tailored to children’s unique needs.
Allied Health Professionals
Including nutritionists, physiotherapists, and social workers who support recovery and rehabilitation.
Our Commitment
At the Paediatric Surgery Department, we are committed to delivering accessible, high-quality, and sustainable surgical care to every child in Guyana. Whether managing a complex congenital condition or performing a routine procedure, our goal is simple — to help every child heal, grow, and thrive. Because when children are cared for with skill and heart, they recover not only faster — but stronger.