PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten — SZV Social & Health Insurances has formalized a long-term contractual agreement with Fundación Valle del Lili (FVL) in Cali, Colombia, to serve as the international healthcare provider for SZV-insured clients requiring specialized medical treatment that is unavailable on Sint Maarten.
FVL is a Joint Commission International (JCI) accredited university hospital which is the gold standard in global healthcare quality and patient safety. It is ranked 126th best medical institution in the world, second in Latin America, and first in Colombia. Through this partnership, SZV-insured clients will benefit from access to FVL’s services, supported by internationally accredited standards and a dedicated international patient office equipped to handle coordination, communication, and continuity of care.
“This partnership with FVL represents a meaningful advancement in the continuity of care for our SZV-insured clients. When specialized treatment is needed abroad, our insured clients can be confident that they will receive care that meets the highest international standards of quality and patient safety.”– Dr. Chandra Rombley, SZV’s Chief Medical Insurance Officer
SZV and FVL first established ties in July 2024, initiating a period of close collaboration and evaluation. Following the successful completion of a medical referral tender for international healthcare providers, FVL was selected as the top choice for SZV-insured clients. The formal long-term contract now in place ensures that SZV-insured patients can access FVL’s services within a framework that prioritizes both quality care and cost efficiency.
“Securing this long-term partnership with FVL is another major milestone for SZV. It demonstrates our commitment to providing our insured members with access to high-quality specialized care, while ensuring sustainability and cost-effectiveness for the future.”– Elton Felisie, SZV’s Deputy Director
To mark this milestone, a formal signing ceremony was held on June 8, 2026. SZV was represented by Deputy Director Elton Felisie, Chief Medical Insurance Officer Dr. Chandra Rombley, Care Procurement Manager Nichelle van der Mark, and Medical Referrals & Extended Care Manager Yadira Velkamp. FVL was represented by Medical Coordinator, International Office, Dr. Ana Cristina Arboleda Arango, and Dr. Guillermo Potdevin Stein, Head of FVL’s Radiation Oncology Department. The occasion marks the beginning of a sustained collaboration for overseas medical referrals in service of the people of Sint Maarten.
