Kingston Public Hospital addresses operational challenges

The management of Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) is aware of a recent social media post about operational challenges at the institution and assures the public that proactive actions have been taken to address the issues highlighted and to restore normal operations.

 

KPH recently faced a temporary stationery shortage after its main high-volume printer stopped working. To maintain services, the hospital used smaller printers, arranged off-site printing, and contracted a commercial printer to produce frequently used clinical forms. A new multi-purpose printer was commissioned on Monday, July 20, 2026, and the remaining stationery issues are expected to be resolved within days.

 

KPH Management has increased its in-house laundry capacity by acquiring additional industrial washers and two dedicated panel vans to transport clean and soiled linen. A shipment of 400 bed sheets were procured and will be delivered by the end of this week. An additional supply of linen will be collected through stakeholder partnership over the next two to three days.

 

The hospital, in the meantime, wishes to clarify that the vehicle used to transport linen is not used to transport members of staff; separate motor vehicles were procured and specifically assigned to support our laundry services at KPH.

 

Meanwhile, Ward 3 East remains temporarily closed due to roof damage and is being repaired under the ongoing KPH roofing rehabilitation project. Repairs to Elevators #2 and #3 are also in progress.

 

The Outpatient Department (OPD) South Operating Theatre has resumed readiness for full operations after extensive renovations and repairs to the central air-conditioning system. A replacement circuit board was sourced, installed, and successfully tested, the unit will be fully commissioned today, July 22, 2026.

 

Acting Chief Executive Officer of Kingston Public Hospital Mr. Dwayne Francis said the hospital remains focused on delivering safe and reliable healthcare services.

 

"We acknowledge the concerns raised and want to assure the public that our team has been working diligently to address these challenges. Several corrective measures have already been implemented, and we remain committed to strengthening our operations while ensuring patients continue to receive safe, quality care. We thank the public for its patience, understanding and continued confidence in Kingston Public Hospital," Mr. Francis said.

KPH will continue commemorating its 250 th anniversary via several planned activities which will culminate on December 14, 2026, under the theme 250 years of healing to the nation.