This physician’s educational foundation is both broad and advanced. She is currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Clinical Forensic Medicine at Monash University, Australia (2022–present), complementing her Doctor of Medicine in Emergency Medicine earned in 2022 from the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill, Barbados. Her medical journey began with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica, in 2010. Prior to this, she completed an Associate Degree in Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics with a GPA of 3.49 from Barbados Community College. Her early academic excellence was evident at Queen’s College, Barbados, where she excelled in subjects such as English, Mathematics, Geography, Chemistry, and Biology. A well-rounded individual, she also completed musical training up to Grade 3 from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. Her academic trajectory demonstrates a blend of scientific rigor, leadership, and cultural literacy.
With over 14 years of professional experience, this physician has served in critical roles across Barbados’ major healthcare and public safety institutions. She is currently Senior Registrar in the Accident & Emergency Department at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, managing acute care cases and teaching medical students. She also holds concurrent positions as a Medical Officer for the Barbados Defense Force, Police Service, and Prison Force, offering clinical care, forensic evaluations, and emergency response. She previously served as Registrar at the Belleville Isolation Unit during the COVID-19 pandemic and Registrar in A&E at QEH for several years. Earlier roles include Senior House Officer in Hematology and A&E, and House Officer rotations in multiple specialties. She also practices privately at Elcourt Clinic and is a founder of both Mobile Doctors and Gentle Beginnings Daycare Inc., reflecting her entrepreneurial drive. Her duties routinely involve complex clinical procedures, mentorship, and community-based health education.
This physician has received notable accolades that reflect both humanitarian and leadership excellence. Most prominently, she was awarded the Barbados Humanitarian Medal in April 2022 for her exceptional service during the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing commitment to emergency healthcare. Earlier in her academic journey, she received the Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award (2002), recognizing her dedication to youth leadership, community service, and personal development. Beyond formal awards, her selection for President Obama’s Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative Fellowship in 2016 further underscores her standing as an emerging leader in health and entrepreneurship. Her extensive involvement in international training programs such as Disaster Preparedness and Mass Casualty Management has also earned her commendations in professional circles. These honors validate her contributions not only as a frontline medical professional but also as an educator, innovator, and public health advocate with deep community impact.
Her research interests are rooted in the intersection of emergency medicine and forensic science, with an overarching goal of improving health systems and public safety in Barbados. She is particularly focused on the protocols and standards for forensic evidence collection, aiming to establish a national framework that ensures both clinical and legal integrity. Her academic presentations cover a range of critical topics including end-of-life care in the emergency department, vaso-occlusive crises, and anaphylaxis, reflecting her broad clinical insight. She also contributes to medical education through training sessions on topics like ABG interpretation and ocular emergencies. Her recent research presentation, “KAP of urgent care providers with respect to evidence collection in Barbados,” presented at the 7th Annual Caribbean Forensic Sciences Symposium, highlights her ongoing efforts in forensic medicine. Her research goals also include advancing individualized disaster action plans for the public and supporting the entrepreneurial network within Barbados’ healthcare ecosystem.
This physician brings a robust and diverse skill set, underscored by certifications in life support, emergency response, and forensic practice. She is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and is currently an instructor, alongside certifications in Advanced Trauma Life Support, Basic and Neonatal Life Support, and Advanced Pediatric Life Support. Her technical skills include ultrasonography, arterial and central line placement, thoracostomy tube insertion, and courtroom testimony. She has completed multiple international training sessions, including Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Disaster Preparedness, and Mass Casualty Incident Management, with institutions like Florida International University and the Center for Emergency Medical Education. Her leadership and agility in clinical settings are enhanced by fellowships such as the Obama YLAI Fellowship, and workshops on agile thinking and simulation-based training. She also engages in medical student education and is proficient in both clinical and forensic documentation, embodying a holistic, interdisciplinary approach to modern medicine.