Fortunately, World Pediatric Project (WPP) provides diagnostic and surgical care to those who wouldn’t otherwise have access. Their efforts began in the United States. Then, in 2001, WPP’s CEO had a chance meeting with a family member of Young Island’s General Manager Bianca Porter.

After discussing the Caribbean and SVG’s needs, the WPP CEO made her first trip to our country and stayed at Young Island. Soon after, WPP developed a Caribbean program, based in St. Vincent.

WPP has long been “close to the heart” of Young Island’s co-owner Sir Frederick Ballantyne. A career cardiologist and long the chief medical officer of SVG, Sir Frederick currently serves as Governor-General, a platform allowing him to continue ensuring that the youngest Vincentians receive vital health care including that from WPP.

WPP bridges the gap in access to advanced pediatric specialty care through diagnostic and surgical care outreach to hundreds of Eastern Caribbean children each year, while also providing ongoing training to local healthcare workers.

In addition, they coordinate treatment through a network of United States and international partner hospitals. About 15 children from St. Vincent & The Grenadines receive services through this program each year.