Career & Regional Leadership
Dr. David A. Byer is a highly respected Emergency Medicine Physician and regional leader in prehospital and emergency care, with decades of experience strengthening ambulance services and emergency response systems across the Caribbean. He is widely recognized for his leadership of the Barbados Emergency Ambulance Service, where he has overseen clinical modernization, workforce development, and system-wide quality improvement initiatives.
Emergency Medicine & Clinical Governance
Dr. Byer’s professional background spans frontline emergency medicine, senior medical leadership, physician education, and policy development. His expertise includes emergency and prehospital medicine, EMS system design, protocol development, clinical oversight, and interdisciplinary training for physicians, nurses, and emergency responders. He is particularly known for advancing strong clinical governance frameworks that prioritize patient safety, accountability, and professional standards of care.
Research & System Improvement
As a co-investigator on multiple research initiatives with Global Emergency Services Consulting Group (GESCG), Dr. Byer has contributed to regional studies examining EMS workforce well-being, system performance, and evidence-informed approaches to emergency care delivery in Caribbean contexts. His research collaboration reflects a shared commitment to data-driven improvement, ethical practice, and scalable solutions for diverse healthcare environments.
Medical Director – GESCG
In his role as Medical Director for GESCG, Dr. Byer provides senior clinical leadership, strategic guidance, and expert advisory support across consulting engagements, research programs, and EMS development projects. His depth of experience and regional credibility strengthen GESCG’s mission to advance high-quality, sustainable Emergency Medical Services throughout the Caribbean and beyond.