Antigua and Barbuda's radiology services are advancing steadily toward more digital and efficient systems, a senior medical official has said. According to Antigua Observer, Dr. Destine Reid, a senior radiology official at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, described the progress as "solid" following a recent visit to Vienna.
Dr. Reid attended a week-long coordination meeting hosted by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), which focused on diagnostic imaging and related developments in the field. The gathering brought together specialists to coordinate efforts around modernising radiology services across member states.
As reported by Antigua Observer, Dr. Reid's participation in the IAEA meeting reflects Antigua and Barbuda's ongoing engagement with international health bodies as the country works to upgrade its medical infrastructure. The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre serves as the nation's primary public health facility, and improvements to its radiology department would have broad implications for patient care across the twin-island state.
Digital radiology systems are widely regarded as more efficient than traditional film-based methods, offering faster image processing, easier storage, and improved diagnostic accuracy. The shift toward such systems is part of a broader modernisation effort within the country's public health sector.
