News & Resources
View our latest news, clinic announcements and a host of articles & resources from the team here at Optimal Healthcare, as well as health alerts issued for the Cayman Islands
Newborn Care Resources
Newborn Care Video ResourcesA series designed to ensure you gain evidence-based, unbiased information to support informed choices.
June 2024 – Public Health confirms 6 chickenpox cases
There have been 6 confirmed chickenpox cases in the schools here in Cayman as of 6th June 2024. Chicken pox is caused by the varicella zoster virus. It is highly contagious - being transmitted from close contact with an individual who has chicken pox. It is vital to...
Fancy a Free Gala Ticket?
We'd love for you to join us!In fact, so much, we're supporting this amazing event by offering to match your ticket purchase with one on us.Cayman Heart Foundation Sunset Gala 202414th June 2024 Kimpton Seafire Resort & Spa Kimpton Beach Deck 6.30pm until...
Dr Watkin Nominated for Best Paediatrician
Dr Sara Watkin nominated for Best Paediatrician I am so delighted to share "Dr Sara Watkin nominated for Best Paediatrician" as I think all that know me truly understand what a privilege I feel it is to be able to do what I do. I am both a paediatrician and a...
‘Don’t Panic Moments’ Resources
Never Ignore Problems or Symptoms (NIPS) Video ResourcesA series designed to help you do the right thing, calmly in moments that can cause anguish and panic. View Dr Watkin’s entire collection of video resources here.
Never Ignore Problems or Symptoms (NIPS) Resources
Never Ignore Problems or Symptoms (NIPS) Video ResourcesA series designed to ensure you recognise what might be serious and need urgent attention or help. View Dr Watkin’s entire collection of video resources here.
Current Kids Health Resources
Current Kids Health Video ResourcesA series from Dr Sara Watkin, Paediatrician and Neonatologist at Optimal Healthcare, designed to keep you up to date with the latest insight and information in child health. View Dr Watkin's entire collection of video resources here.
Flat Head (Plagiocephaly)
Flat head (Plagiocephaly) Plagiocephaly is a disorder that affects the skull, making the back or side of a baby’s head appear flattened. It is sometimes called deformational plagiocephaly. Since babies have been put on their backs to sleep (to prevent cot death) the...