The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) in a statement issued yesterday said it has concluded its internal investigation into the recent stillbirth case at term pregnancy, which was reported in the media.
According to GPHC the investigation was conducted thoroughly to ensure a comprehensive review of all aspects of care provided during the incident.
The hospital said its independent review panel determined that the managing doctors did not adhere to the required medical protocols and thereafter made several recommendations. These recomendations have been accepted and implemented by GPHC’s management and include:
The termination of a senior doctor who had oversight of the shift and case and whose failure to supervise contributed to breaches in protocol.
The suspension of two doctors with senior oversight of the case for a period of 28 days.
GPHC said its administration has since met with the patient and her relatives to provide a full update on the investigation’s outcome and the corrective actions taken. “The family has indicated their satisfaction with the measures implemented,” the hospital announced.
GPHC said it deeply regrets that this incident occurred and acknowledges the impact on the affected family.
The hospital has affirmed a commitment to continuous improvement, accountability, and upholding the highest standards of patient care. GPHC concluded its statement by making known it will continue to take all necessary steps to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
