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ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, Wednesday March 19, 2014, CMC – The Grenada government says it is collaborating with the St George’s University here an and other foreign investors to build a substance abuse rehabilitation centre that will become the flagship for the island’s medical tourism.

Among the major investors backing the initiative is the New York-based Ambassador at Large for Grenada Rabbi Michael Melnik, who has been described as a longstanding friend of Grenada.

A government statement said on Monday he was part of a high level delegation of international investors who met with Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell to discuss the project which will be a public-private sector partnership.

The statement from the Office of the Prime Minister said that Dr Mitchell noted the importance such facilities will have on the lives of many Grenadian citizens abroad who will like to return in their twilight years but who do not yet have the confidence in the local healthcare system to do so.

“Other clientele will include other international citizens who will like to take advantage of the safety and comfort of our shores while recovering from various ailments. A comprehensive health services facility can go a long way in propelling the economy as well,” the statement said.

Chancellor of St. George’s University Dr. Charles Modica  said that the establishment of a medical tourism facility would further solidify the joint partnership between the University and the Grenada government, as well as provide a rich legacy of working to ensure that healthcare is comprehensive, affordable and improved for all.

The statement said that a team, which includes Foreign Affairs and International Business Minister, Nickolas Steele, will continue to work out the details for the center.

PHOTO: Chancellor of St. George’s University Dr. Charles Modica said that the establishment of a medical tourism facility would further solidify the joint partnership between the University and the Grenada government. (Credit: chronicle.com)

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