The Health Science, Innovation & Healthcare Convention (HSIHC) is a global platform dedicated to advancing healthcare systems and practices through innovation, knowledge exchange, and collaboration. Hosted in Georgetown, Guyana, the convention unites medical professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers, students, and industry leaders from across the Caribbean, the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
The HSIHC is designed to move beyond discussion and into tangible action, aligning with Guyana’s ongoing transformation in the health sector. The key objectives include:
Advancing medical education and healthcare delivery through continuing medical (CME) and continuing education (CE) accreditation programs, offering up to 12 CME and 12 CE credits for physicians and nurses respectively.
Hosting hands-on medical boot camps, simulation workshops, and innovation showcases to enhance skills development and practical knowledge.
Creating an avenue for pharmaceutical companies, equipment manufacturers, bioengineering firms, and universities to collaborate on regional capacity building.
To foster global collaboration and innovative thinking that improves healthcare delivery and education while making a measurable impact on communities.
To become the leading international hub for healthcare innovation and education in the Caribbean and beyond.
At HSIHC, we believe in action over conversation — our sessions, boot camps, and innovation showcases are designed to produce tangible solutions and partnerships.
Guided by global leaders in medicine, education, and innovation, our leadership team drives HSIHC’s mission to advance healthcare through collaboration and transformative action.
Dr. Melissa Varswyk brings over 25 years of experience in health professional education and management. As President of Georgetown American University and the Georgetown American University Foundation, key partners of this convention, she leads initiatives that bridge innovation, education, and global collaboration in healthcare.
Dr. Pamela Nelson is an accomplished leader with extensive experience in healthcare management. As President of Bracane Company, a key partner in this convention, she plays a pivotal role in advancing global health initiatives and fostering collaborations that drive innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery.
