The Minister of Health in Antigua and Barbuda, Sir Molwyn Joseph, has extended heartfelt congratulations to Desrie Marisa Southwell, Principal Assistant Secretary at the Ministry of Health, following her impressive academic success.

In February 2025, Desrie Marisa Southwell was awarded a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree in Business Management from Atlantic International University, located in Honolulu, Hawaii. This marks a significant milestone in her educational journey, following her achievement of a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in the same field in 2024.

Desrie’s academic excellence is underscored by her remarkable achievement of a perfect 4.0 GPA in both programs. Her perseverance and dedication to her studies have made her a role model for others within the Ministry and beyond.

Sir Molwyn Joseph, along with the management and staff at the Ministry, praised Desrie Marisa Southwell for her unwavering commitment to professional growth. “Desrie’s dedication and excellence serve as an inspiration to all of us. Her achievements demonstrate the power of hard work and determination,” said Sir Molwyn.

The Minister and Ministry staff extended their best wishes to Dr. Marisa Southwell applauding her continued pursuit of success both professionally and personally.

“Congratulations, Dr. Desrie Marisa Southwell. We look forward to seeing the continued impact of your expertise and leadership,” Sir Molwyn concluded.