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Tag: Cooperative Republic of Guyana

Guyana, U.S. ophthalmology teams restore vision, strengthen readiness during LAMAT 2026
April 6, 2026 — Inside Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation, a patient regains sight as U.S. Air Force and Guyana Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams work side by side, delivering specialized care while building something far beyond a single procedure. Members of the 59th Medical Group from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, also participated in the effort... MORE

Dr. Arlene Bobb-Semple, Guyanese ophthalmologist, performs retina surgery alongside U.S. Air Force Maj. Samuel Hobbs, 59th Medical Group Chief of Vitreoretinal Services, at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation in Georgetown, Guyana, March 18, 2026. During Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2026, U.S. Air Force and Ministry of Health ophthalmology teams worked side by side to deliver specialized eye care, building trust and strengthening long-term health partnerships. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Stephani Schafer)