THE University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI), in acknowledging that last Friday’s judgement by the Supreme Court, which ordered it to pay millions following a medical negligence suit, “may cause concern among patients, families and the wider public”, has reaffirmed its commitment “to transparency, transformation, accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring that every opportunity to strengthen [its] systems contributes to safer, higher quality care”.

In a statement issued to the media following the publication of the judgement in the Jamaica Observer Wednesday, the UHWI said “our thoughts remain with the family, whose loss is deeply tragic”.

“We recognise that no court decision can erase the pain of losing a loved one, and we extend our sincere condolences,” the hospital said.