Makati Medical Center Earns Philippines First JCI 8th Edition Accreditation

Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) successfully concluded its 5th accreditation survey last February 17-21, 2025. It is the first hospital in the Philippines to be accredited under the Joint Commission International (JCI) 8th Edition Accreditation Standards. This latest edition sets a higher benchmark for quality and patient safety, focusing on risk reduction strategies, data-driven performance improvement, and […]

Makati Medical Center Completes First Cochlear Implantation Surgery

Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) has reached a significant breakthrough with the successful completion of its first cochlear implantation surgery. This achievement was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the Section of Otology-Neurotology under the Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, in partnership with the Department of Pediatrics.   On February 23, 2025, a pediatric […]

Yes, You Can Have Pinoy Food – And A Healthy Heart

Rich flavor and fried cooking aside, MakatiMed recommends three ways to make Filipino cuisine heart smart If there’s anyone who loves to eat, it’s Filipinos—and there’s even a survey to prove it. After polling 25,000 participants from 24 different countries, global market research firm YouGov cited that 97% of Filipinos love eating Filipino food.   […]

Makati Medical Center Achieves Milestone With First-Ever Facial Reanimation Surgery

In photo: Male patient with hemifacial paralysis before Facial Reanimation Surgery (left), and one month post-operation (right). Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) has reached another milestone with the successful performance of its first facial reanimation surgery, a groundbreaking procedure that restores movement and symmetry to the face in patients with facial paralysis. This remarkable feat was […]

Bye Situationships? A loving Partner Can Be Good For Your Heart

MakatiMed explains how your romantic relationship impacts your heart health Everyone knows that being in love and being loved in return is one of the best feelings in the world. The kilig factor that comes from being in a happy relationship makes your days happier and even a mundane errand turns into a cherished memory […]