In a significant move to combat physician shortages, St. George’s University (SGU) has unveiled 30 new scholarships exclusively for Grenadian students pursuing medical education. This strategic initiative forms part of SGU’s broader commitment to nurturing local talent and strengthening healthcare infrastructure both within Grenada and across the global community.
Dr. Marios Loukas, President of SGU and Dean of the School of Medicine, articulated the institution’s vision: “Educating Grenadians remains fundamental to our institutional mission. Each scholarship represents an investment in our nation’s health security, ensuring that qualified medical professionals are available to serve local communities.”
The global context underscores the urgency of this initiative. World Health Organization projections indicate a critical shortage of approximately 10 million healthcare workers by 2030, making localized medical education programs increasingly vital. For nearly fifty years, SGU has served as a cornerstone of Grenada’s medical education landscape, enabling hundreds of Grenadian students to pursue medical careers without leaving their home country.
Beyond tuition support for medical and veterinary programs, SGU maintains active partnerships with local health authorities through community health initiatives. These collaborations include operating free clinics, organizing health fairs, and implementing various public health programs that directly benefit Grenadian communities.
The university’s comprehensive approach addresses both educational access and healthcare delivery, creating a sustainable model for medical workforce development that other small nations might emulate.