More Than Numbers: Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre Reflects a Year of Care and Commitment
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua, February 23, 2026 — Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) has released its 2025 “By the Numbers” snapshot, a powerful look at the scale of care provided to our nation between January and November.
Behind every figure is a story of a life touched: nearly 30,000 emergency visits, 24,000 outpatient connections, and 828 new lives welcomed into our community. With over 720,000 diagnostic and treatment services delivered, SLBMC remains an essential foundation of health for Antigua and Barbuda.
Hospital leadership emphasizes that while these figures show a high volume of service, their true value lies in the hands of the dedicated professionals who show up every day to care for our people.
About Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC)
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre is the leading tertiary healthcare institution for Antigua and Barbuda, serving as the frontline of medical excellence for the nation. As a community-centered hospital, SLBMC is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care across a wide range of specialties, from maternal health and emergency medicine to advanced surgical and diagnostic services.
Driven by a mission to improve the health and well-being of every citizen, our team of dedicated professionals works tirelessly to meet the evolving needs of our people. At SLBMC, we believe that every data point represents a life cared for, a family supported, and a healthier future for our twin-island state.