On Saturday, October 3, 2026, the Honourable Prime Minister of Sint Maarten, Dr. Luc Marcelina visited the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine’s (AUC) Breast and Health Screening event held in the Vineyard building.
This is an ongoing collaborative project of AUC with Collective Preventive Services, Positive and Electrolyte Foundations. The coordinator of the event from AUC was Clinical Medicine Fellow, Dr. Ezra Hypolite.
During the event, AUC medical students and Fellows provided comprehensive health screenings and educated community members about breast cancer risk factors, prevention, and the importance of early detection.
The initiative reflects AUC’s ongoing commitment to serving the Sint Maarten community through health promotion and education.
As part of the screening activities, Dr. Naira Chobanyan, Oncologist, expert in breast cancer, performed clinical breast examinations for 32 participants, offering individualized assessment and guidance regarding breast health.
To date, 780 local women have been screened through AUC breast health initiatives, representing a significant contribution to breast cancer awareness and early detection efforts on the island.
The visit by the Prime Minister highlighted the importance of community partnerships in promoting public health and recognized the dedication of AUC students, faculty, and healthcare volunteers in advancing breast health education and screening services.
The next screening is scheduled for November 28.
PHOTO CAPTION PIX 1: Honourable Prime Minister Dr. Luc Mercelina (1st left) with the AUC Team during the Breast Health Screening and Education Event held on October 3, 2026.
PHOTO CAPTION PIX 2: Group photo.
