MakatiMed holds Appreciation Night for HMO Partners
Makati Medical Center honored its industry partners at its Partners Appreciation Night held on October 20 at Strumm’s Makati. MakatiMed handed out awards to its top health maintenance organization (HMO) partners and Liaison Officers in gratitude for their dedication and partnership. Maxicare Healthcare Corporation was awarded Top HMO for its outstanding performance, while Patricia Elise […]
MakatiMed hosts Parkway Hospitals Singapore Symposium on Liver Transplant
Makati Medical Center hosted a Liver Transplant Symposium headed by a team of doctors from Parkway Hospitals Singapore on October 14 at the Cancer Center. Parkway Hospitals Singapore operates four hospitals in Singapore: Gleneagles Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Orchard, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, and Parkway East Hospital. It also operates more than 35 patient assistance centers […]
MMC IRB holds 3rd Philippine Health Research Ethics Network (PHREN) General Assembly
The Makati Medical Center Institutional Review Board (MMC IRB) spearheaded the 3rd Philippine Health Research Ethics Network (PHREN) General Assembly at the 8th Floor Tower 2 Makati Medical Center Auditorium from October 6 to 7. This year’s theme was “Health Research & Ethics: Challenges, Thrusts and Future Directions.” This meeting, with over 200 attendees, provided a […]
MakatiMed ACTS receives 2017 Asian Hospital Management Award
Receiving the AHMA award for MakatiMed were (L-R): Johnny B. Sinon, MD, Medical Director; Jose Dante P. Dator, MD, Director, Professional Services; Rosalie R. Montenegro, President & CEO; Arlyn L. Songco, Division Head, Marketing & Sales Services; Pilar S. Baltasar, Division Head, Quality Management; Marielle M. Rubio, Division Head, Service Operations; Richelle B. Bumanglag, MD, […]
MakatiMed gives talk on infectious diseases at OSAC/SDRG meeting
Makati Medical Center gave a briefing on current and likely future trends of infectious diseases in the Philippine context at a joint session of the Overseas Security Advisory Committee (OSAC), Manila Country Council, and the American Chamber of Commerce of the Philippines (AmCham), Security and Disaster Resources Group (SDRG). Johnny B. Sinon, MakatiMed Medical Director, […]
MakatiMed Department Manager elected Nutritionist-Dietitians’ Association Officer
Ma. Bernardita T. Javier, RND, Department Manager of the Nutrition and Dietetics Department under Clinical Support Services, was elected Treasure of the Nutritionist-Dietitians’ Association of the Philippines (NDAP). The election was held during NDAP’s 62nd Annual Convention with the theme “Service with Passion towards a Nourished Nation”, last March 8 to 10 at the Marriott Hotel, […]
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic holds lay forum on Hepatitis B
In line with the celebration of World Hepatitis Day every July 28, the Employee Health & Wellness Clinic (EHWC), headed by Rosemarie B. Cabujat, MD, held a lay forum highlighting Hepatitis B at the 8th Floor Tower 2 Auditorium. The lay forum and Q&A were conducted by Eternity D. Labio, MD, Hepatologist from the MakatiMed […]
MakatiMed holds 1st Liver Tumor Board Meeting
Makati Medical Center held its 1st Liver Tumor Board meeting last August 7, organized by the MakatiMed Liver Unit of the Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Center. The meeting was attended by 36 doctors from various specialties including Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Medical Oncology, General Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Interventional Radiology and Radiation Oncology. Future meetings will be held […]
DAY SURGERY UNIT OPENS
By: Loren F. Delima, RN, Assistant Operations Manager for Operative Services – Operating Room The Day Surgery Unit, located at the 6th Floor Tower 2, officially opened on August 1. Attending the inauguration were Arnel D. Diaz, MD, Head of Operating Room and Department Chairman of Surgery; Jose Dante P. Dator, MD, Director for Professional […]
Nutri-Fest 2017: MakatiMed Celebrates Nutrition Month
By: Jean Faronilo, RND and Jean Reyes, RND The Nutrition and Dietetics Department under Clinical Support Services joins the rest of the country in celebrating Nutrition Month, an annual campaign held every July to create greater awareness on the importance of nutrition among Filipinos. This year’s theme is entitled “Healthy Diet, Gawing Habit for Life”. The […]
MakatiMed offers non-invasive tests for early detection of liver damage
The liver is the largest internal organ in our body and plays a vital role in maintaining the body’s basic functions, including clearing the blood of harmful substances such as drugs, alcohol, and other toxic substances. Like any other organ, the liver is also vulnerable to disease, such as fatty liver, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, […]
Section of Neurology holds “Breakthrough Neurology for the Frontline Medical Practitioner”
The MakatiMed Section of Neurology held its Biannual Postgraduate Course entitled “Breakthrough Neurology for the Frontline Medical Practitioner”. The event was held on September 29 at the Casablanca Convention Center in Legazpi City, Albay. More than 300 doctors, nurses, and allied healthcare professionals gathered to listen to MakatiMed’s panel of experts. Attendees were welcomed by […]
