# Dominican Republic medical labor disputes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-medical-labor-disputes
> Updated: 2026-08-17T02:33:18.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Dominican Medical College (CMD) initiated calls for labor action due to systemic healthcare issues. In the Duarte province, the CMD branch scheduled a 24-hour strike to protest critical doctor shortages, excessive workloads, a lack of specialists, and security concerns. Medical professionals reported working shifts of up to 24 hours and noted that a lack of pediatricians in areas like Las Guáranas and La Bandera has limited pediatric admissions.

In response to potential strikes in the Cibao Noroeste region, health authorities have sought dialogue to address professional demands. Regional health officials highlighted infrastructure improvements, such as a new Intensive Care Unit at the José Francisco Peña Gómez Maternal and Child Regional Hospital, and efforts to bolster hospitals in Mao, Esperanza, and Laguna Salada with more personnel and equipment. Officials also issued apologies regarding the treatment of medical staff to foster better institutional relationships.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Dominican Republic health officials seek dialogue amid potential medical strike

Dominican Republic health officials have pledged dialogue with the Dominican Medical College to prevent a strike in Valverde, citing new hospital resources and ICU expansions.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-republic-health-officials-seek-dialogue-amid-potential-medical-strike

### 2026-08-10: Dominican Medical College calls for 24-hour strike in Duarte province

The Dominican Medical College has called for a 24-hour strike in Duarte province hospitals on August 13 to protest doctor shortages, specialist deficits, and poor working conditions.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dominican-medical-college-calls-for-24-hour-strike-in-duarte-province

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