Westminster Medical Jamaica

14/03/2026

If you had an appointment scheduled for today, please contact your medical provider for more information.

24/10/2025

As we prepare for the impending tropical system, please note that we have closed for the day.

We thank you for your understanding and hope you have a safe weekend.

23/10/2025

14/08/2025

Pelvic pain in women can have many causes. While some causes are benign, others can have more serious consequences.

Swipe to learn about three conditions that may cause pelvic pain, and whether prompt treatment is required.

Need an OBGYN? Call us at 876-926-6067 or 876-754-9131 to make an appointment!

31/10/2024

Though mammograms can detect long before symptoms appear, it's still beneficial to know the symptoms that can occur with this disease.

Why? The foremost risk factor for breast cancer is having breast tissue, something we all have. While rare, breast cancer can occur at any age in both women and men.

With that in mind, if you notice these or any other breast changes, never ignore them. Talk to your doctor about getting a mammogram done.

Need a GP or an OBGYN? Call us at 876-926-6067 or 876-754-9131 to make an appointment with one of ours.

? The Jamaica Cancer Society offers mammograms by appointment. Call them today to schedule yours (swipe for their numbers)!

25/10/2024

Since all women are at risk of developing , and mammograms are the most effective way to detect this disease, we can say that all women will have to get a mammogram at some point in time.

Some groups, however, need to schedule a mammogram sooner rather than later! Swipe to see if that's you.

Need a mammogram? You can schedule one today with the Jamaica Cancer Society today! Call them at 876-927-4573 or 876 927-3317.

Need an OBGYN? Call us at 876-926-6067 or 876-754-9131 to make an appointment.

17/10/2024

is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among . While total prevention is impossible, knowing the risk factors is still important.

Effective and widely available, hormonal contraceptives are among the most common types of birth control used by women.

Still, as studies have shown a link between these contraceptives and an increased risk of breast cancer, it's important to understand the extent of this risk.

Watch the video to learn more & don't forget to !

"Deciding to take contraceptives is a personal choice and should be done after speaking to your doctor so you can make a decision that is right for you."- Dr Robyn Khemlani, OBGYN.

26/09/2024

is of particular concern for . It is still the most common cancer among Jamaican men, and despite being one of the most successfully treated cancers in the world, it remains the number one cause of cancer-related deaths.

Swipe for more facts to see why this disease should be at the forefront of every Jamaican's mind. Be sure to to spread this critical information!

Screening for prostate cancer is easier than you think. A simple blood test and a brief digital re**al exam may be the difference between life and death for many .

Ready to get screened? Don't wait.

Call us today at 876-926-6067 or 876-754-9131 to make your appointment with our general practitioners, Dr Patrice Simmonds-Brooks & Dr Sheryl Johnson-Burke, or our consultant urologist, Dr Elon Thompson.

24/09/2024

While an increase in the prostate-specific antigen levels in a man's bloodstream can indicate , it is also associated with other benign conditions. So, what's the point of measuring it when screening for this disease?

Check out this video to learn why PSA testing is still useful in the fight against . Be sure to !

19/09/2024

September is !

Prostate cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among . Despite this, many Jamaicans know very little about it.

For example, did you know one of the first potential indicators of may not be in the prostate itself but in the blood?

While screening for other cancers means looking for possible physical indicators of disease in the organ in question, like a lump in the breast, a critical indicator for is elevated levels of a particular protein in a man's bloodstream. Taking a blood sample is, therefore, part of the screening process.

Watch the video to learn why this happens. Be sure to to learn more about this critical disease.

09/08/2024

Despite being the most common cancer among Jamaican men, some people still get this cancer all wrong.

We spoke with our consultant urologist, Dr Elon Thompson, about a few misconceptions you may have about this disease. 👇

https://www.westminstermedicaljamaica.com/post/five-misconceptions-you-might-have-about-prostate-cancer

Want to get screened for prostate cancer? Call 876-926-6067 or 876-754-9131 today to make an appointment with either of our two general practitioners, Dr Sheryl Johnson-Burke or Dr Patrice Simmonds-Brooks!

02/07/2024

Wishing you all the best as you weather this storm!