The Fifth Cycle of The Daisy Awards at Makati Medical Center

The fifth cycle of the DAISY Awards at Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) last October 18 celebrated the outstanding contributions of nurses who have consistently demonstrated exceptional care and dedication to their patients.

Eda Bernadette P. Bodegon, MAN, RN, Director and Chief Nursing Officer of the Nursing and Patient Care Services Division (NPCSD), opened the program with a heartfelt welcome message, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the invaluable role nurses play in ensuring top-quality healthcare. Representing The DAISY Foundation, Alexandra Schoen, Senior Program Director for International Programs and Supportive Associations, extended her greetings and admiration to all the nominees through a video message.

The ceremony proceeded with two major segments: first was the recognition of nominees, followed by the announcement of DAISY Award Honorees. During the latter, the stories of each honoree were shared with the audience, recounting their remarkable acts of care and dedication. The stories, read aloud by DAISY Champions from NPCSD, moved everyone in attendance as they highlighted the honorees’ resilience and unwavering commitment to their patients.

Corporate and nursing leadership from MakatiMed attended the event, taking part in the recognition ceremony and a photo opportunity with the DAISY honorees. Among those present were Saturnino P. Javier, MD, Interim Co-President & CEO and Medical Director; Arnold C. Ocampo, Interim Co-President & CEO and Chief Financial Officer; Isidoro M. Perfecto, Information & Communications Technology Division Head;  Mary Grace U. Sta. Ana, DMD, MBAH, Officer-In-Charge, Quality Management Division; Arlyn L. Songco, Creative Communications & Sales Services Division Head; Hussein A. Lagman, HRMDD Learning & Organization Department Manager; Eda Bernadette P. Bodegon, MAN, RN, Director & Chief Nursing Officer, NPCSD; Daryl Jeremiah R. Gaba, RN, MAN, Assistant Director, Nursing Support Services; Alexander Gervacio M. Sangoyo, RN, MAN, Assistant Director, Specialty Nursing Services; and Nerissa A. Lagarico, RN, MAN, Assistant Director, General Nursing Services.

The honorees for Cycle 5 were as follows: Jean Arlyn B. Sapusao, RN from the Neuropsychiatry Unit; Gretchin D.R. Clavesillas, RN from Cardiovascular Telemetry and Cardiovascular Recovery Room; Irish Eunice A. Felix, RN from CPM Adult/IMCU; Kezzia Mae G. Ventura, RN from MSICU; Frances Marion A. Baltazar, RN from the 6th Front; Joanne B. Tatad, RN from Renal Care; Kenneth A. Laureano, RN from the 7th Rear; Mariam A. Raceles, RN from Cardiovascular Telemetry and Cardiovascular Recovery Room; John Lester P. Ramos, RN from the 9th Front; and Roni Candy A. Garcia, MSN, RN from the Emergency Department Primary. These nurses were honored for their contributions to patient care, with each story reflecting the hospital’s values: Compassion, Excellence, and Integrity.