Saving Toddler Hearts Dr. Binoy Chattuparambil

The team at Healthy City Cayman Islands (HCCI) has received widespread acclaim for their hard work and exceptional training. Back in 2017, the facility made history in the Caribbean after a complex surgery involving a pediatric patient born with his heart outside of his chest.

The boy was born with a rare and life threatening congenital disorder called Pentalogy of Cantrell. The disorder is so rare, in fact, a mere 200 cases had been reported around the world at the time. The lengthy surgery involved Chief Cardiac Surgeon Dr. Binoy Chattuparambil and a broad array of specialists, from anesthesiologists to radiologists and physiotherapists, a decision that HCCI’s Director of Medical Services felt was important. After six hours, the delicate surgery and the child’s recovery proved to be a success, allowing him to live a normal childhood.

The woman who referred the child to HCCI spoke very highly of the facility and their willingness to accept an international patient from Latin America. Should you wish to read more about the history making operation in the Caribbean, please visit https://www.cita.ky/health-city-surgeons-return-toddlers-heart-to-chest-cavity.

This update is by healthcare and wellness advisor Nancy Valenzuela. Nancy has more than two decades of experience in providing effective healthcare solutions for global patients within the US, Caribbean, and Latin America. She is certified in International Healthcare Management and has assisted numerous patients with finding the right quality care and coverage. Nancy is dedicated to the cost-effective use of health care services to achieve higher levels of success and optimal clinical outcomes that promote healthier lives. For more information, please call 305-775-7188.