Santo Domingo.- Attorney Anderson Montero publicly condemned the Dominican Republic’s healthcare system after a distressing personal experience that he described as “painfully real.” In a social media post, Montero recounted the desperate search for blood for a critically ill family member—only to be denied assistance without explanation.
Montero explained that a local blood bank refused to provide the blood, claiming it was “reserved,” and offered no alternatives. However, when he returned after contacting a powerful acquaintance, he received the needed help from the very same staff member who had previously turned him away. The incident, which occurred at the Dominican Red Cross and Plaza de la Salud, highlights how access to life-saving services can depend on personal connections rather than medical need.
Deeply troubled, Montero called for a comprehensive review of the nation’s healthcare system, criticizing what he sees as a system dominated by favoritism and influence. “If this happens to me, someone with some connections, imagine those who have no one. It’s a disgrace,” he said, concluding, “This is our country. And it hurts.”