List of hospitals in French Guiana

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List of Hospitals in French Guiana

French Guiana, an overseas department and region of France located in South America, has a healthcare system that includes a range of hospitals and medical facilities. This article provides a comprehensive list of hospitals in French Guiana, serving the healthcare needs of its residents and visitors. The healthcare system in French Guiana is part of the larger French healthcare system, known for its high standards of care and services.

List of Hospitals[edit | edit source]

  • Centre Hospitalier de Cayenne Andrée Rosemon - Located in Cayenne, this is the main hospital in French Guiana, offering a wide range of medical services and specialties. It serves as a central point for healthcare in the region.
  • Centre Hospitalier de l'Ouest Guyanais Franck Joly - Situated in Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, this hospital provides healthcare services to the western part of French Guiana. It is known for its efforts in improving healthcare access for the local population.
  • Centre Hospitalier de Kourou - This hospital is located in Kourou, a town famous for the Guiana Space Centre. It offers general medical services to the local community and the surrounding areas.
  • Clinique Véronique - A private hospital located in Cayenne, Clinique Véronique offers a variety of healthcare services, including surgical procedures and maternity care.
  • Clinique Saint-Paul - Also situated in Cayenne, this private clinic provides medical and surgical services, with a focus on outpatient care.

Healthcare in French Guiana[edit | edit source]

The healthcare system in French Guiana is integrated into the French healthcare system, ensuring that residents have access to high-quality medical care. Healthcare services in French Guiana are funded by the French government and are accessible to all residents. The region faces unique healthcare challenges due to its geographical location and the diversity of its population. Efforts are continuously made to improve healthcare access and services, especially in remote and underserved areas.

Challenges[edit | edit source]

French Guiana faces several healthcare challenges, including geographical barriers that make it difficult to provide services in remote areas, a high prevalence of certain diseases such as malaria and dengue fever, and issues related to immigration and healthcare access for undocumented migrants. The government and healthcare providers are working to address these challenges through infrastructure development, public health initiatives, and international cooperation.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD