The Minister for Health & Medical Services, Hon. Dr. Ratu Atonio Rabici Lalabalavu, has praised ten second-year medical interns who volunteered to work in Fiji’s maritime regions as part of their Public Health Rotation. Dr. Lalabalavu commended their commitment to enhancing healthcare services, particularly in remote and underserved communities. He highlighted the importance of such initiatives, stating, “This is indeed a great initiative and timely as well, especially with great interest in serving in isolated healthcare facilities.”
The interns, who will be deployed to various locations, are as follows:
– **Kadavu:** Bhavishree Ananda, Ledua Colati, Sharlene Chand
– **Vanua Balavu, Lau:** Sharon Danford
– **Lakeba, Lau:** Elenoa Drou, Ema Banuve
– **Lomaiviti:** Akansha Dass, Mohammed Asif
– **Rotuma:** Epineri Josefa, Ropate Dagia
Dr. Sravaniya Dasi, the Divisional Medical Officer for the Eastern Division, also expressed appreciation for the interns, emphasizing their vital role in bolstering primary healthcare in the area. This initiative not only addresses the pressing need for medical personnel in remote areas but also offers the interns valuable hands-on experience in community health.
This forward-thinking program symbolizes hope for improving health services in Fiji’s isolated regions and fostering a new generation of dedicated healthcare professionals.
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