Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA —  The LBJ Tropical Medical Center (LBJTMC) is pleased to announce that Larson Public Accountant, Independent Auditors, has provided the hospital with an unqualified audit opinion for Financial Years 2022 and 2023.

This achievement is a testament to our commitment to financial transparency, accountability, and excellence in healthcare service delivery.

“The release of our FY23 financial audit is a milestone that brings with it immense pride and a profound sense of accomplishment for our entire organization,” said LBJTMC Chief Financial Officer Sefanaia Kaumaitotoya.

The hospital's financial report for FY22 indicated that the going concern was removed, showing that the hospital's financial operations had significantly improved. In FY23, the financials have further improved.

According to the CFO, “the clean audit is not merely a sign-off on our financial statements but a testament to our unwavering commitment to financial integrity and transparency.

“The effort behind maintaining such high standards is substantial, but it is a non-negotiable aspect of our organizational ethos.

“Our finance team, supported by our internal controls and compliance frameworks, has once again demonstrated exceptional competence and dedication to ensuring that every figure we report is accurate and every transaction adheres to the highest standard of accounting practices.

“In these times, when financial scrutiny is intense, and the public demands greater accountability from institutions, our clean audit serves as a beacon of trust and reliability,” added Mr Kaumaitotoya.

LBJ notes that the hospital's finances improved thanks to the exceptional efforts of Chief Operation Officer Dr. Jean Anderson, Chief Executive Officer Dr. Akapusi Ledua, Chairman of the Board Dr. Malouamaua Tuiolosega, and the hardworking members of the Board of Directors.

Their strategic planning and dedication have enabled the hospital to achieve excellent financial stability and provide better patient services and care.

It pointed out that their financial strategy is not just about the past and present but also about the future. It focuses on sustainable growth, risk management, and innovation.