Dr. Houwert-de Jong will be here for 4 months, while Dr. Wennink will be here for the coming 3 months. Each bring with them over 27 years of international experience in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology and have worked in various hospitals in different parts of the world including, the Netherlands Antilles. "I'm really touched by the warm welcome that I received here on St. Maarten." dr. Houwert-de Jong said "everyone has been so helpful I can see why St. Maarten is called the friendly island."
The Medical specialists will be located in the Policlinic section of SMMC in the newly renovated office facility, designed to add to patient comfort. The renovated facility is outfitted with two separate consultation rooms each with its one treatment room and bathroom. Patients will also be able to wait in an air conditioned seating area. "I'm impressed with the level of the facilities and services offered considering the population size" dr. Wennink said "and feel very fortunate that I can start in this new and modern facility," he added .
Patients who wish to see one of new the Gynecologists are advised to contact the nurse station Obstetrics/Gynecology at 543 1111 ext. 1316 for an appointment. Appointments can be made between 8:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 16:30. Patients are also advised to obtain a referral letter from their family doctor before visiting the gynecologist.
To guarantee quality women's health care SMMC made arrangements for a number of gynecologists to be stationed in St. Maarten on a rotating schedule till the end of the year while more permanent solutions are being developed.
In addition, SMMC is in the process of attracting two additional midwives. SMMC has received quite some response from potential candidates and is currently engaged in the selection process.
