Paediatrician, Dr Hardat Persaud, died on January 14 at the age of 61 after a period of illness.
In a release yesterday, the Ministry of Health (MoH) paid tribute to the man it described as a highly respected doctor in Guyana, a remarkable individual who devoted his life to the well-being of children, and a compassionate and skilled paediatrician who was a true advocate for the health and happiness of young ones.
According to the release, Dr Persaud, affectionately known as the ‘Baby Doctor,’ was a “beacon of light, a source of comfort, and a pillar of strength for innumerable families.” His career which spanned over 30 years, “profoundly” impacted the lives of the children and families he served, extending beyond the walls of his clinic and leaving an indelible mark on their hearts. Thousands of families entrusted the health and welfare of their children to his expert and loving care and some of these children are now young parents with their children for whom Dr Persaud was the paediatrician.
