Mrs. Dilbert holds a Managing Health Services Certificate from the Institute of Health Services Management in London, along with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the William Carey University in Mississippi, United States and a Master of Science in Public Policy and Management from the University of London. She brings a wealth of experience to her role, having served as the Hospital Administrator at Faith Hospital for 20 years before her retirement in December 2020.
During her tenure, she played a pivotal role in strengthening healthcare services within the Sister Islands. She focused on improving operational efficiency by refining financial and administrative management, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimising resource allocation. Additionally, she managed initiatives related to disaster preparedness, human resources, and specialised medical services.
Her journey with the HSA began in 1974 as a Nursing Assistant. She became a Registered Nurse in 1978 and later expanded her expertise by qualifying as a Midwife. In 1999, she was promoted to Nurse Manager before assuming the role of Faith Hospital Administrator in April 2000. Her leadership and dedication during her tenure have made a lasting impact on the organisation.
Beyond the HSA, Mrs. Dilbert is an active leader in the community, serving in several important roles. She is a member of the Cayman Brac CERT Team, a director on the Sister Islands Affordable Housing Board, and is involved in her church, Ebenezer Baptist Church, where she serves as the pianist.
Speaking on her appointment, Mrs Dilbert said: “I am honoured to return to the HSA in this capacity as Chairwoman of the Board. The HSA is an institution with immense potential, and I deeply understand the vital role it plays in the lives of Caymanians. Since I first joined, the organisation has grown tremendously in size, and so has the population it serves, but still, it remains resilient and has even played a significant role in responding to various healthcare challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic.”
“I look forward to collaborating with the Board, leadership team, and staff to continue advancing quality healthcare services for our communities,” she continued.
Lizzette Yearwood, Chief Executive Officer of HSA
Lizzette Yearwood, Chief Executive Officer of HSA, welcomed Mrs Dilbert’s appointment: “Having dedicated over four decades to Faith Hospital, Mrs Dilbert’s extensive experience in healthcare administration, coupled with her deep understanding of the HSA’s operations and challenges, makes her an invaluable asset. We are confident in her abilities and look forward to the leadership and vision she will bring to the Board and the HSA as we continue our mission to provide high-quality, accessible, and sustainable healthcare services to the people of the Cayman Islands.”
She added, “I would like to express our sincere gratitude to Mr Osbourne Bodden for his many contributions to the improvement and development of this organisation over the past 3.5 years. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours.”
In a message to the HSA staff, Mr. Bodden wrote that he was honoured and pleased to see the changes and growth of the team and services. “I have personally witnessed and have heard throughout the community of their positive experiences.”
He noted, “The decision was not made lightly; however, I am confident that the HSA will continue to shine and serve as the preferred healthcare provider in the Cayman Islands.”