Arrange your appointment first.
Submit your referral to the NPC before making any travel arrangements. You will be contacted directly regarding scheduling and advised on expected duration of stay.
Send your referral to the NPC.
Referrals should include patient name and contact information, medical history and cause of amputation, level of amputation, previous prosthetic history and any relevant medical conditions.
National Prosthetics Centre
LP 96 Clarke Road, Penal, Trinidad and Tobago
(868) 613-1810
A referral from a medical practitioner, hospital or Ministry of Health
Relevant medical records, where available
Level and cause of amputation, previous prosthetic history and any relevant medical conditions
A caregiver may be helpful for elderly or mobility-impaired patients
What to bring.
Travel light but prepared. Here is what patients are encouraged to bring when attending the National Prosthetics Centre.
Passport & Travel Documents
Bring all required identification and travel documents for your visit.
Medical Records
Bring any relevant medical reports, test results or treatment information that may assist the clinical team.
Current Medications
Bring a list of any medications you are currently taking, including dosage information where possible.
Comfortable Clothing
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows easy access for assessment, fitting and adjustments.
Mobility Aid
If you currently use a cane, walker, crutches, wheelchair or other mobility aid, bring it with you.
Caregiver Support
Elderly patients or persons with limited mobility may benefit from travelling with a caregiver or support person.
Accessible accommodation in South Trinidad.
The following hotels are close to the Centre and have accessible facilities. All prices are approximate per night, double occupancy with breakfast.
The Royal Hotel
from $144 USD/night
Ramp access · Railings · Ground floor on request (no elevator)
Tradewinds Hotel
from $175 USD/night
Wheelchair accessible entrance · Ground floor on request (no elevator)
Cara Hotels
from $187 USD/night
Wheelchair accessible entrance · Elevator access
Paria Suites Hotel
from $221 USD/night
Wheelchair accessible · Ground floor suites available (no elevator)
Getting around.
Ride-share apps and taxi services are available from Piarco Airport and across South Trinidad. Download an app before you arrive.
Ride-share & taxi apps
TT RideShare Recommended
Local ride-share · iPhone & Android · ttrideshare.com
DeliverMe TT
Taxi booking app · delivermett.com
TruCabTT
Taxi booking · trucabtt.online
Taxis – South Trinidad & Airport
Caribbean Taxi Ltd
(868) 768-2956
Southern Taxi Services
(868) 652-8294
Williams · Smood · Hayes
(868) 657-7408 · (868) 685-4340 · (868) 304-0466
Piarco Airport Taxi Co-op
(868) 669-1689