VISION & MISSION
We Are Sils Dialysis
At Sils Dialysis, we are guided by a singular mission: to provide exceptional, patient-focused renal care. We believe everyone deserves a fulfilling life, and our dialysis services are built on trust, compassion, and medical excellence.
leading provider
Our Growth Story
We have emerged to be the leading private dialysis provider in Barbados and will be expanding to other islands in the Caribbean to meet the growing demand for high-quality renal services. Along the way, we invested in cutting-edge technology, rigorous staff training, and global best practices to ensure that every patient at Sils Dialysis receives care on par with international standards.
STANDING WITH YOU
Our Passionate Team
Nephrologists & Physicians
Board-certified, globally trained specialists who are responsible for personalized treatment.
Dialysis Nurses
Highly skilled professionals with extensive experience in managing both routine sessions and more complex cases.
Support & Administrative Staff
From patient liaisons to receptionists, our team members are here to make each clinic visit seamless and stress-free.
Team
Our Leadership
Meet the exceptional people who are pioneering a facility we take great pride in.
Dr. Kurt Lambert
Founder
Sils Dialysis is founded and led by Dr. Kurt Lambert, a Caribbean-born leader with a strong background in finance, healthcare, and international development. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees at Hofstra University in New York, contributing his expertise to education and global healthcare initiatives.
While Sils Dialysis currently operates in Barbados and has expansion plans for the Caribbean, its management and strategic leadership are based in Switzerland, providing a global perspective with a deep commitment to regional healthcare accessibility.
Dr. Lambert is supported by a highly experienced medical and operational team, dedicated to delivering world-class dialysis treatment with a patient-first approach. He was previously Chairman of the Board at RepRisk in Zurich, a global leader in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) data science, where his leadership further advanced global sustainability initiatives. As the founder of Sils Dialysis, he has expanded access to healthcare in Barbados, addressing regional healthcare needs with innovative solutions.
Before founding Sils Dialysis, Dr. Lambert also founded Harcourt, a hedge fund that was later acquired by Bank Vontobel. This entrepreneurial experience shaped his approach to business, combining financial acumen with a passion for improving lives through healthcare.
Dr. Lisa Belle
Member of the Advisory Board
Dr. Lisa Belle serves as a Senior Consultant Nephrologist at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, bringing nearly two decades of specialized expertise to her role. After receiving her medical degree from The University of the West Indies in Jamaica, she attained her Doctorate in Medicine in Barbados before pursuing a Nephrology fellowship at The University of Toronto. Upon returning to The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Dr. Belle has focused on delivering superior clinical care within a resource-limited environment. Her enduring objective remains the mitigation of renal disease through robust public awareness and the implementation of proactive educational initiatives.
Dr. Margaret O’Shea
Member of the Advisory Board
Dr. Margaret O’Shea is a Consultant General and Renal Transplant Surgeon who trained at the University of the West Indies and completed a fellowship in Renal Transplantation in Australia. She has served as the Head of Surgery at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and a Lecturer at the UWI Cave Hill campus. A dedicated regional advocate, she is a Patron of the Barbados Kidney Association, a Trustee of Kidney Caribbean, and a leader in international transplant initiatives for the Caribbean College of Surgeons.
Dr. Emile Mohammed
Member of the Advisory Board
Dr. Emile Mohammed is a Consultant Nephrologist and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London, and the American Society of Nephrology. With extensive clinical experience across the UK, Australia, and the Caribbean, he has been instrumental in advancing renal care, including launching dialysis and transplant programs and founding the Caribbean Kidney and Dialysis Institute. A dedicated educator and researcher, Dr. Mohammed prioritizes patient-centered care and the elevation of nephrology standards across the region.
Pearson Lambert
CEO
Pearson’s primary focus as Chief Executive Officer, is to guarantee that Sils Dialysis provides high quality, patient centered care, while also maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency.
Dr. Kathy Ellis
Medical Director
Dr. Kathy Ellis is the Medical Director of Sils Dialysis and has over 25 years of experience in clinical medicine. After earning her medical degree from the University of the West Indies, she completed her postgraduate training in Family Medicine in the UK. She joined Sils Dialysis in 2011 and has since led the clinical team with a strong focus on patient care, safety, and medical excellence. Her leadership and dedication continue to shape the high standards of treatment our patients receive.
Yvonne McClean
Senior Operations Manager
Yvonne is a key contact for patients and partners, ensuring every stay at Sils Dialysis is welcoming, seamless, and professionally managed. A licensed pharmacist and experienced administrator, she oversees clinic operations and supports both clinical and service excellence. Since joining in 2019, Yvonne has been integral to our growth and success.
Keisha Lynch
Senior Operations Manager
Keisha supports the daily operations of the clinic through precise administrative coordination. She manages records, ensures regulatory compliance, and maintains strong partnerships with key healthcare institutions, contributing to an efficient and informed patient experience.
Paula
Head Nurse
“In Renal Care, We Don’t Just Monitor Numbers — We Build Trust, Provide Comfort, and Support Patients Through Every Step of Their Journey.”
Team
Highly Skilled & Experienced Staff
Sils’ senior nursing staff has an average of more than 15 years of relevant dialysis experience. As a firm, we are committed to ongoing education and keeping up to date with the R&D in dialysis care.
Facilities & Equipment
Dialysis Machines: Our clinics are equipped with dialysis machines from the leading global manufacturers: Baxters and Fresenius.
Water Quality & Safety
Water quality is tested on a monthly basis in line with the requirements of the Ministry of Health, our regulatory monitoring body, ensuring that our clinics consistently meet the required standards.
Equipment Maintenance
All reverse osmosis (RO) and dialysis machines undergo preventative maintenance and, where needed, repairs strictly in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, using original parts to preserve equipment integrity and patient safety.
Standards of Care
Our patient consent documentation reflects our commitment to care that aligns with the standards of the Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) and the Centre for Disease Control (CDC, Atlanta, Georgia, USA).
Record Keeping
Each unit maintains a dedicated log book in which RO system checks are recorded, supporting an ongoing, traceable record of water treatment performance across our facilities.
Clinic Governance
Regulatory Oversight
Sils Dialysis clinics operate under the regulatory authority of the relevant national Ministry of Health in each jurisdiction we serve. As private outpatient dialysis centres providing intensive clinical care to international standards, our facilities are subject to rigorous oversight through the appropriate health authority’s advisory and inspection bodies.
Inspection & Compliance
Oversight typically operates through a dedicated advisory and inspection committee, governed by national regulations covering private hospitals and healthcare facilities. These bodies enforce structural requirements, patient safety standards, and conduct regular site inspections to ensure continued compliance.
Public-Private Frameworks
Where a clinic operates in coordination with a public healthcare initiative, it does so under defined service-level agreements and oversight arrangements coordinated directly with the relevant health ministry.
Practitioner Licensing
All medical staff across our clinics hold valid, active registrations with the appropriate local licensing boards. Nephrologists and physicians are licensed through national medical councils, while nursing staff are regulated by the corresponding nursing and paramedical professional bodies in each country of operation.
Patient Comfort
Modern, air-conditioned treatment areas with ample personal space, and Wi-Fi.
Our Core Values
At Sils Dialysis we are driven by a core set of values that underpins everything we do.
Service Excellence
We constantly benchmark against international standards to deliver top-tier medical outcomes.
Genuine Care
Each patient can be sure that they will be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion.
Innovation
We embrace emerging technologies and treatment approaches to continuously enhance care quality.
Collaboration
We partner with local communities and global experts to drive advancements in renal care.