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Dr. Zhenya Carine Allain

Zhenya Carine has an initial BSc in Biology and Psychology from St. Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. I then went on to study physiotherapy and graduated from the University of Manchester, Manchester, England. I have further studied Mulligan’s Mobilizations with Movement, Functional Integrated Dry Needling and currently studying a Master’s in Sports and Exercise Medicine. I currently work on-call at Tapion Hospital and also have a private clinic at Rodney Bay.

Credentials:- Chartered Physiotherapist.

Specialties:- Musculoskeletal and pain rehabilitation. Stroke rehabilitation. Sports and concussion injury rehabilitation.

Clinic Hours:- 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday.

Booking Instructions:- call 3849556/4889556 for appointments.

Mr. Bruno G. Didier

Mr. Bruno G. Didier is a seasoned financial services executive with over two decades of senior leadership experience across the Caribbean banking sector. As a Director of Tapion Hospital, he brings strategic insight, financial expertise, and a strong commitment to organizational excellence and sustainable growth.

Mr. Didier currently serves as Regional General Manager – Corporate & Commercial Banking at Republic Bank (EC) Limited, where he oversees a diverse portfolio of business operations and client relationships across the region. Throughout his distinguished career, he has held several senior leadership roles, including Head of Corporate & Commercial Banking at both Republic Bank and Scotiabank in Saint Lucia. His experience spans corporate lending, credit risk management, portfolio management, and financial planning, with oversight of assets exceeding US$1 billion.

A results-driven leader, Mr. Didier is recognized for his strategic approach to business development, strong governance practices, and ability to drive operational efficiency. His expertise in risk management, financial analysis, and client relationship management has consistently supported institutional growth and resilience.

He holds a Master of Science in International Management from the University of Liverpool and professional designations from the Canadian Securities Institute, along with specialized training in anti-money laundering compliance, operational risk, and leadership development.

Beyond his executive roles, Mr. Didier is actively engaged in national development and professional organizations. He serves on the Board of Directors of the St. Lucia Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture and has contributed as a trustee for pension funds within the banking sector.

As a member of the Board of Directors at Tapion Hospital, Mr. Didier provides valuable financial oversight and strategic guidance, supporting the hospital’s mission to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and to advance healthcare services in Saint Lucia.

Mrs. Vona John

Sister John played a foundational role in the establishment and early development of Tapion Hospital, serving as its first Nursing Director from November 1996 to 2010. Appointed by Dr. Owen King, she was entrusted with building and leading the hospital’s nursing services from inception.

In the months leading up to the hospital’s opening in January 1997, Sister John led a diverse team of fifteen nurses from across the region and internationally. She coordinated intensive planning sessions to develop the hospital’s nursing protocols, policies, and procedures, laying the groundwork for safe, structured, and patient-centered care. Her leadership extended beyond clinical operations to include the recruitment of key support staff and the organization of essential hospital services.

During this critical start-up phase, Sister John worked closely with Tapion’s founding physicians to prepare the facility for opening, overseeing ward organization, equipment placement, and the establishment of operational systems. She described this period as “hectic,” reflecting the pace and scale of work required to bring the hospital to life.

Throughout her tenure, she maintained oversight of daily ward operations, supervised nursing and support staff, and contributed to key management decisions that shaped the hospital’s early growth and standards of care. Her disciplined approach and commitment to excellence helped define the culture and clinical practices of Tapion Hospital.

Sister John has contributed to a strong and enduring foundation for nursing services at Tapion.

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Mr. Reginald St. Juste

Mr. Reginald St Juste (Reggie) is a former Chief Financial Officer of Medical Associated Ltd (Tapion Hospital) and a former auditor with the internationally renowned firm of Coopers & Lybrand Chartered Accountants, now Price Waterhouse Coopers.

 An accomplished Professional with a reputation for restoring financial stability and profitability, Reggie has built a career in guiding underperforming and distressed companies back to sustainable success.

With deep expertise in financial diagnostics, cost restructuring, cash-flow optimization and operational accountability, he is known for converting complex financial challenges into practical recovery strategies that deliver measurable results. Whether working with owner managed enterprises, quasi government bodies or organizations experiencing financial hemorrhaging, he brings clarity, discipline and decisive execution to the recovery process. By restoring transparency and aligning financial reporting with operational realities, he assists leadership teams such Board of Directors, in making informed strategic decisions that support long-term resilience.

Driven by the belief that most struggling businesses can recover with the right structure and financial leadership, he remains committed to helping organizations stabilize, rebuild confidence, and return to sustainable growth.