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… From the Editor Editorial Board Dr. Jose Enrique Y. Montoya Medical Specialist IV Chief, PETRU

Dr. Vladimir A. Untalan Medical Specialist IV

Dr. Darlene Minette C. Zamora Medical Specialist IV

Ms. Zenaida G. Ramos STANDING SAO, HRMO

Mr. Romeo C. Tuazon, Jr. Nurse VI

Managing Editor Ms. Ria-Ann Lomeda Dizon PROUD! Training Specialist IV

Ms. Cecilia S. Cruz Administrative Officer IV

BGH is now on its way of becoming a full-fledged teaching Legal Adviser and training hospital and not far too long, BGH will be the Atty. Abigael R. Chavez leading medical multi-specialty center in Central Luzon. Though Attorney IV BGH stands proud amongst its counterpart in the healthcare service, its birth in becoming a competitive player in the field involved intermittent and distressing labor pains that may have imprinted significant life-long lessons to the BGH management Graphic and Lay-Out Artist and staff as it gave birth to an efficiently ran and leading Ms. Avegail H. Bugay hospital as we know today. Training Assistant From the colloquial tag of a “butcher hospital” to the very first hospital acquiring recertification of ISO 9001 (2015 version) Contributors in the nation, BGH indeed have its reasons to stand proud (Words and Photos) serving the people of Bataan through all these years. As you Dr. Noel M. Laxamana read along on this issue, you will witness the transformation of Dr. Jocelyn S. Bongco the then war hospital as the primary health care provider Mr. Romeo C. Tuazon Jr. during the Japanese invasion in 1941, to a provincial hospital with Mr. Johnson D. Palaypay all of its negative and hurtful reputation (sad, I know), and now Ms. Imee Eden F. Roy to a renewed patient-centered Bataan General Hospital. With Mr. Adrian B. Almario all its developments, new facilities, acquired accreditations, and the increasing number of competent personnel – who knows – Ms. Ria-Ann L. Dizon maybe on our next issue, we may already be called THE Bataan Ms. Maria Teresa T. Cornel General Hospital and Medical Center! Ms. Jhoana M. Baluya Ms. Czarina D. Lintag With all that has been said, this issue reminisces our humble Ms. Anna C. Hizon beginnings and of course, proudly celebrates the inauguration of Ms. Maria Rosario Gracia M. Gamet additional buildings and ground-breaking of yet again additional Ms. Erna Liza C. Mateo buildings as we aim to make our patients healthy and Ms. Lalaine C. Forbes well-served. WE ARE GROWING! So I guess you better watch #publicservantadvocate out for the next big things we planned for BGH.

The future is bright for the constituents of Bataan as the Photo Contributors management is incessant in providing the best medical care for IHOMP Bataeños and to nearby provinces.

PETRU As we end year 2017 declaring it as a very productive year, let us all welcome 2018 standing proud, ready to embrace new challenges and hope as we make people love life and health. Poster Contributors Department of Pediatrics All the best! Department of Surgery Department of Internal Medicine Department of Family and Community Medicine

VLADIMIR A. UNTALAN, MD, DPBA Editor

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On the inside…

BGH NEWS AND UPDATES

3 BGH Turns 76: Improving Patient Satisfaction 5 BGH Blood Bank Providing Safe Blood to All Patients 6 Operation Smile 6 Sight Saving Month 7 BGH Disaster Risk Reduction Management for Health (DRRM-H) conducts an orientation on Hospital Incident Command System (HICS) 8 2nd Round of Surgical Caravan 8 Chair of Committee on Health & Demography assures to support BGH initiatives 9 76th Founding Anniversary 9 Bataan Local Government and Representatives’ progressive ties with BGH 10 Masquerade Ball: A Christmas Carol 13 1st BGH Annual Research Forum to boost in achieving Quality Objectives 14 Medical Technology Interns’ First Quiz Bee 14 ISO Awarding at the DOH 4th Staff Meeting 15 IDOTS with SSTR: New regimen in the fight against Drug Resistant TB 16 DPL Bacteriology Section: ARSP ACCREDITED! 16 Breastfeeding and Family Planning Month HIV Aids and STI Awareness 17 Bataan Haven: Home Away from Verdict of society Ensuring Nurture Health Education and Promotion Office (HEPO)

11 Last Mile: Saan Mang Sulok, Kalusugan ay Maaabot. FEATURED ARTICLES 19 New Day 19 Ode to a Better Me 19 New Year: Better You 20 A Medical Social Worker’s Experience at BGH 20 It’s Zumba Time 22 Clinico-Pathologic Conference

HR Corner

21 Different Types of Leave

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BGH News and Updates BGH Turns 76: Improving P S ho would have thought that Bataan General Hospital (BGH) that emerged during the Japanese colonization which dates back its root in 1941 would reach seventy six years and be poised for an even more dynamic commitment beyond? As what has been stated and being guided by its quality policy, BGH remained true to its commitment towards holistic, excellent, efficient W and equitable medical care and other services towards total patient and customer satisfaction through continuous implementation of quality management system processes to ensure quality medical health care and services in the province of Bataan. Moreover, here are some of the hospital’s milestones highlighting the parade of successes it has achieved through the years dated back from its genesis until now while thriving with the presence of challenges in modern times marching towards its 76th founding anniversary in the provision of quality health care and medical services to satisfy all its patients in need.

A glimpse into its antiquity

The humble beginning of Bataan General Hospital, formerly known as Bataan Provincial Hospital can be traced back on November 30, 1941 when the institution was first built. Ten days after the outbreak of Second World War; BGH as a primary health care provider catered the people and served as a war hospital during the Japanese invasion in the province of Col. Iku Takasaki. Initially, the hospital had a 20 bed capacity with a total number of 17 personnel and had been accessible to the public in year 1942.

Despite of insurgencies thereafter that afflicted many people, this cause never became a hindrance for BGH as the hospital achieved unceasing development and improvement with regards to the infrastructure and manpower resources through the initiative of political leaders, governors and congressmen in year 1950.

In the 1960s, it marked an increased of the bed capacity from 20 to 150 and was further increased to 200-bed capacity through the hospitals’ integration with the provincial health office in year 1983.

In year 1991, BGH was then entrusted to the province of Bataan in lieu of the enactment of Republic Act 7160 otherwise known as the Local Government Code, and eventually been upgraded in year 1998 by virtue of Republic Act 8561, making the Bataan Provincial Hospital into a Tertiary Level II Hospital elevating its bed capacity to 350. This transition was made possible under the direct control, supervision and management of the Department of Health.

Two years after, inauguration of Emergency Room-Out Patient Department Complex was constructed and in year 2008, it created its first Memorandum of Agreement between the province of Bataan and Department of Health with both parties together runs BGH with at least 25% fund increment.

The pioneering years: BGH Growth and Expansion

Having been guided by its set quality objectives, BGH had embraced its dedication to continually improve provision of health care to all patients through customer’s active participation, improve availability and accessibility of health care services and facilities, improve its manpower including enhancement and development of the knowledge, skills and characters of all the employees and staff through valuable trainings and seminars, establish research and development program within the hospital, and lastly, produce physicians trained in different fields of specialization.

BGH’s ultimate goal in delivering and providing excellent medical services for the people of Bataan was attained as the institution strived for various International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certifications dated in year 2014, wherein BGH passed the ISO 9001:2008 certification and had upped its level of accreditation as the hospital has been the first agency in Central Luzon to receive the 2015 version of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS) with no non-conformance reports and been recertified for QMS last May 22, 2017. The ISO certification became evident to have found that there has been desirable improvement and vast development within the operational services and processes taken in the institution as it continuously thrives for advances in modern technology, changing needs of the economy, meeting such rapid demands of the community and an ever increasing population of its patients, BGH continues to uphold that standard implementation and fulfillment of such must solely adheres to all mandatory, constitutional and regulatory requirements in correspondence with the provision of Universal health care.

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As a result of abounding awards, citations, certifications and recognitions received by BGH in accordance with its quality policy, these created a good impact and also a reflection that the trust level of the people of Bataan increased due to the fact that the hospital marked a consistent increase in the number of P S hospital admissions and bed occupancy rate. Both emergency and out-patient departments have also documented an increase in the number of patients served thus hospital’s income has also been augmented.

With its growing patients and clients to serve, BGH had managed to expand its institutionalized services by improving its designs and facilities, construction and reconstruction of infrastructures became necessary. Thus, infrastructure development that began last year is expected to be completed this year which includes three -storey multi-specialty building, hemodialysis unit, physical and rehabilitation center, and oxygen generating plant.

Furthermore, a research survey which was conducted during the end of 2016 is another benchmark with a very satisfactory mark from clients, patients, and employees. It is also reflective of its quality performance and delivery of services involving improved facilities,

acquired state of the art equipment availability, globally competitive medical doctors, competent nurses, laboratory personnel, allied health staff and supporting staff, and affordable cost of medicines towards holistic, equitable and excellent healthcare assistance.

Embracing the challenges of tomorrow: An edified institution for all stakeholders

BGH with its current status of level II hospital with an authorized bed capacity of 214 and with an implementing bed capacity of 400 is considered a fully grown body with its colossal growth and expansion will continue to fulfill its commitment and reach its fullest admiration to cater all its stakeholders in the provision of quality health care.

As BGH kicks-off its countdown to its 76th founding anniversary, the hospital has steadily made good in its commitment to improve patient satisfaction, to excel and gear for more achievements, rewards and recognitions both local and national levels, struggle for more certifications and accreditations through the accredited training programs awarded by different medical societies in the country to earn a prominent reputation in the province of Bataan.

Some of its targets for the succeeding challenging years in service, this includes procurement of additional dialysis machines, ambulance, construction of three-storey multi-specialty building with equipment, construction of parking area, additional land acquisition and expansion, construction of three-storey medical ward building, supply and property warehouse, new engineering building and motorpool, and upgrading of radiology instruments of the hospital to mention a few.

The year by year target of BGH is also a realization to all its manpower to not be complacent in rendering its services for all patients in need. Thus, extending their collective efforts, care and devotions in reaching the people must serve as an inspiration to everyone in pressing and continuing their journey as health care providers and medical health care professionals while most institutions around the world grow increasingly more challenging.

By: Imee Eden F. Roy, MAN, RN Nursing Department

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BGH News and Updates

BGH Blood Bank Safe Blood All Patients Operation As a hospital blood bank with additional functions, the Blood Bank section of the Department of Pathology and Smile Laboratory, collects, processes, stores, issues and distributes safe blood to all patients and clients in need of blood products. With knowledgeable and skilled medical technologists and top-of-the-line equipment, they are able to screen for five transfusion-transmissible infections (Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Syphilis, HIV, Malaria) and properly process blood collected from donors. Doctors and nurses assigned to the section also provide counseling to donors and ensure stable health condition during and after blood collection.

Number of voluntary non-remunerated blood donors (VNRBD) from mass blood donations conducted in 2017.

314 Total Number of VNRBD (2,299) 261

177

140 131 115 115 99 99 99 102 88 68 55 50 43 41 37 37 40 44 26 27 30 35 14

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BGH (Jul 21) (Jul BGH

BGH (Feb 10) (Feb BGH

Bagac RHU (jul 28) (jul RHU Bagac

Samal RHU (Mar 21) (Mar RHU Samal

Pilar Church (Aug 28) (Aug Church Pilar

Abucay RHU (Mar 14) (Mar RHU Abucay

Hermosa RHU (Jun 30) (Jun RHU Hermosa

Mariveles RHU (Mar 24) (Mar RHU Mariveles

Bagac Medicare (Mar 03) (Mar Medicare Bagac

AKRHO Fraternity (Feb 19) (Feb Fraternity AKRHO

Mercury Drugstore (Aug 15) (Aug Drugstore Mercury

Municipality of Pilar (Jan 27) (Jan Pilar of Municipality

Municipality of Pilar (Aug 12) (Aug Pilar of Municipality

Knights of Columbus (Nov 29) (Nov of Columbus Knights

305th Battalion CDC (Sept 14) (Sept CDC Battalion 305th

Municipality of Orani (Feb 14) (Feb Orani of Municipality

Municipality of Limay (Oct 23) (Oct Limay of Municipality

Municipality of Orion (Dec 18) (Dec Orion of Municipality

Municipality of Orion (Nov 29) (Nov Orion of Municipality

Municipality of Bagac (Dec 08) (Dec Bagac of Municipality

Municipality of Orion (Mar 23) (Mar Orion of Municipality

Municipality of Orani (Sept 29) (Sept Orani of Municipality

Orani District Hospital (Apr 27) (Apr Hospital District Orani

Municipality of Abucay (Dec 09) (Dec Abucay of Municipality

Municipality of Balanga (Oct 03) (Oct Balanga of Municipality

Municipality of Mariveles (Jul 10) (Jul Mariveles of Municipality

Municipality of Hermosa (Nov 11) (Nov Hermosa of Municipality Municipality of Dinalupihan (Apr 28) (Apr Dinalupihan of Municipality

In support of one of the main objectives of the National Blood Voluntary Service Program (NBVSP) which is to achieve 100% Voluntary Non-remunerated Blood Donation in the Philippines as mandated under RA 7719 (National Blood Services Act of 1994), the BGH Blood Bank has intensified its advocacy and promotion on the significance of voluntary blood donations. As a result, the total number of voluntary blood donors from mass blood donations (MBD) conducted by the section from January to November 2017 is a remarkable 2,299 (see graph above). This is made possible by the concerted effort of the hospital, Blood Bank and the local government units.

The BGH Blood Bank will continue with its mass blood-letting activities in response to the growing needs for adequate and safe blood among our patients. At present, the Blood Bank serves an average of 738 units of blood monthly.

By: Jhoana M. Baluya, PhD, Czarina D. Lintag, RMT and Anna C. Hizon, RMT BGH Blood Bank

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Operation Smile Eighteen (18) children with cleft lip and palate have regained theira smile after they have been operated during the Operation Smile held on October 19-20, 2017 at Bataan General Hospital. The said operation was successfully done through the efforts of Bataan General Hospital in partnership with the Philippine Band of Mercy (PBM) and the Diocese of Balanga. Prior to this, there was an initial screening done to determine those children who will be a candidate for the said operation.

Cleft lip and palate is a congenital condition wherein the baby’s lip and palate failed to close before their birth which is associated to several factors such as heredity and environmental factors during pregnancy. In fact, most of the children who have been operated during the said surgical mission have relatives or family members with the same condition.

Meanwhile, Bishop Ruperto Santos of the Diocese of Balanga visited those children while they are admitted in the hospital and waiting for their schedule of operation. Bishop Santos together with Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, Medical Center Chief of BGH, gave their spiritual and moral support not only to the children but to the parents and guardians of the children as well. In return, the parents and guardians were very thankful for having this kind of surgical mission which is regularly done once a year in BGH.

The surgical team was composed of Dr. Mel Anthony Cruz and Dr. Mark Manansala who are both plastic surgeons together with Dr. April Giorgina Gervasio and Dr. Paulito Demapelis (both are anesthesiologists), Ms. Michelle Orbe (PBM coordinator) and nurses namely Mr. Marcelino Palitic,Ms. Micah dela Cruz and Mr. Mark Maderia.

Sight Saving Month

The Eye Care Center (ECC) of the Bataan General Hospital has celebrated the Sight Saving Month through vision screening among Grade 1 pupils of Tenejero Elementary School on August 29, 2017. This year’s celebration focused on the early detection and treatment of Error of Refraction which is considered as the most common visual disorder among children with a theme of “Mas makikita ang forever kung eyesight ay better” wherein having a regular eye check-up is very important to assess whether the child is suffering from the said condition.

Aside from the eye screening, there was a simultaneous orientation on the proper eye care among parents of Grade 1 pupils which was delivered by Mr. Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., Training Specialist for Nursing. Several topics were covered during the said lecture such as the role of eye, common eye problems and danger signs. The parents were given the opportunity to ask question through an Open Forum and most of them were enlightened about the importance of eyes in our body and their misconceptions were corrected.

On the other hand, Ms. Agnes Magdalera, school principal, expressed her gratitude to the whole team for conducting the said activity among their grade 1 students wherein she requested the team to conduct it annually in their school. Dr. Luis Hizon, ophthalmologist and head of ECC, said that this will be a regular activity of BGH-ECC as part of its community extension services. Lastly, those Grade 1 students who were found to have visual problems have been referred to BGH-ECC for further evaluation and treatment.

By: Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., RN, RM, MAN Nurse VI

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BGH News and Updates 2nd Round of SURGICAL CARAVAN conducts an orientation on

Hospital Incident Command System (HICS)

BATAAN GENERAL HOSPITAL – On July 13, 2017, the hospital’s Disaster Risk Reduction Management for Health (DRRM-H) conducted a one-day orientation to selected hospital personnel on the Incident Command System (ICS). This is an initiative of our Medical Center Chief, following her significant training on the Incident Command System (Executive Course).

The program started with opening remarks and a brief update on the contingency planning of BGH, led by Medical Center Chief II, Dr. Glory V. Baltazar. She first discussed the history and effects of the movement of the West Valley Fault, more commonly known as the “Big One.” Further, she talked about the activation of the code alerts, with “Code Red” being the highest among the three, and role of the hospital personnel should the “Code Red” be set in motion. Also, she called upon the Division Chiefs to prepare, pre-position and procure logistical needs, such as medical tents, cot beds and “go-bags,” to name a few, as part of preparation and contingency planning.

Right before noontime, Dr. Noel M. Laxamana and Dr. Don Arlie S. Romero provided lectures on the background, principles and purpose of the hospital ICS. They also provided important points on the importance of the ICS organization, with emphasis on the 4Cs (Command, Control, Communications and Coordination), 4Ss (Space, Stuff, Staff and Special) and 3Ts (Triage, Treatment and Transport). Dr. Romero gave special mention to ICS facilities, which would include Staging Areas, Incident Command Post, Advanced Medical Post and the like. A video clip was shown, which demonstrated the proper and prompt conduct of the Japanese people in the Great Eastern Earthquake of 2011, particularly in one of their Red Cross Hospitals.

In the afternoon, the participants, who are mostly Medical Specialists and Clinical Department Heads, gave their best of insights in the tabletop exercises. The first exercise involved the creation of an ICS organization, based on the principles of the Single Command System and the Unified Command System. To sustain their motivation in the training, Dr. Laxamana and Dr. Romero then made an earthquake scenario at BGH, and tested the

group’s critical thinking following the principles of ICS. This was made through the conduct of a tabletop exercise, utilizing a large map surrounding the hospital’s premises, and cut-out vehicles and facilities printed in paper. The output was presented in the presence of the Medical Center Chief, with a lively discussion and evaluation.

The training ended up in the nomination and election of an Incident Commander (IC) among the group. Dr. Laxamana and Dr. Romero were elected as the First Call ICs, and Dr. Luis Hizon and Dr. Roberto Luneta were chosen as the Deputy ICs. Dr. Baltazar remains as the agency’s Responsible Official or Responsible Officer, for whom the Incident Commander reports directly to, in case of a mass casualty incident.

By: Noel M. Laxamana, MD, CFP, DFM DRRM-H Manager Head of Emergency Department

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2nd Round of SURGICAL CARAVAN

The Bataan General Hospital in partnership with the Province of Bulacan has successfully conducted its 2nd Round of Surgical Caravan at Rogaciano M. Mercado Memorial Hospital (RMMMH) in Poblacion, Sta. Maria, Bulacan last November 20-24, 2017. The BGH surgical team headed by Dr. Don Arlie Romero conducted several meetings together with the heads of Provincial Health Office of Bulacan, Bulacan Medical Center and RMMMH wherein patients needing surgical interventions from the municipalities of Obando, Marilao, Sta. Maria, Bacaue, San Jose del Monte and Meycauayan will be catered by the said caravan.

A total of 41 patients have been served by the BGH team during wherein most of their cases are thyroidectomy, herniorrhapphy, cholecystectomy and excision of mass & cyst. Aside from the surgical operation, BGH was able to donate four (4) wheelchairs, twenty (20) blood bags as well as medicines and IV fluids to RMMMH for their utilization.

During the culminating activity, Hon. Wilhelmino Sy-Alvarado, provincial governor of Bulacan, expressed his appreciation to the whole team and he is very positive that this kind of mission which is spearheaded by the Department of Health will be a great help especially to those indigent patients needing surgical operation. Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, Medical Center Chief of BGH, was very thankful to the Provincial Government of Bulacan as well as to the RMMMH staff for accommodating the BGH staff during the said caravan and she said that this is only one of the strategies of the national government through the DOH in achieving its goal of “All for Health towards Health for All”.

By: Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., RN, RM, MAN Nurse VI

Chair of Committee on Health & Demography assures to support BGH initiatives

Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, BGH Medical Center Chief II together with Rep. Joet Garcia, 2nd District Representative of Bataan and Hon. Jopet Inton, Municipal Mayor of Hermosa seek the support of Senator JV Ejercito as chairman of the committee on Health and Demography in the enactment of renaming of BGH to Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center. Senator Ejercito has committed to support the enactment in the senate after House Bill 2043 for upgrading BGH was approved through Rep. Garcia. Sen. Ejercito also committed to support the on-going construction of additional BGH buildings since he sees his term to focus on infrastructure improvement and development of government hospitals and facilities to address the perennial problem of overcrowding having a staggering occupancy rate of 200 – 300%. By: Curtis

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BGH News and Updates Founding Anniversary M The whole family of Bataan General Hospital has celebrated its 76th Founding Anniversary last December 1, 2017 wherein the highlight of this year’s celebration is the Groundbreaking ceremony of the Five-storey OPD building. Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, Medical Center Chief of BGH, expressed her gratitude to all the people behind the success of BGH most especially the former Governor of Bataan Hon. Enrique “Tet” Garcia who served as inspiration among the health workers of BGH. Dr, Baltazar added that BGH is now undergoing several infrastructural improvements through the help of the Department of Health which is one of the requirements B in order to become a teaching and training hospital in the near future.

The said event was graced by its Guest of Honor none other than honorable Senator Joseph Victor Ejercito who is the present Chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography. Senator Ejercito said that BGH is one of the DOH hospitals with good facilities that are always ready to give quality health care services not only to the people of Bataan but also to the nearby provinces. He added that BGH is a good example of hospital with credibility and good reputation not only because of its ISO certification for quality management system but also because of its committed and hard-working staff and employees.

Aside from Sen. Ejercito, the event was also attended by different personalities such as PhilHealth Region III Vice President Walter R. Bacareza who said that BGH is one of the hospitals in Region III with very good Philhealth utilization among its patients, Dr. Huberto Lapuz, Medical Center Chief PJGRMC in Nueva Ecija and the current president of Philippine Hospital Association, Hon. Francis Anthony Garcia, City Mayor of Balanga and Hon. Geraldine B. Roman, representative of the 1st district of Bataan. On the other hand, Hon. Albert Raymond S. Garcia, provincial governor of Bataan, was happily announced to the attendees that by next year BGH will be now renamed as Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center (BGHMC) wherein the Congress has already approved it on the 3rd reading which was sponsored by Congressman Jose Enrique Garcia III and it was now endorsed in the Senate.

After the program, Dr. Glory V. Baltazar together with Sen. Ejercito and other guests proceeded to the ground breaking ceremony of five-storey Pediatric building. It was followed by mass celebration and blessing of newly constructed facilities such as Physical therapy building, hemodialysis building and three-storey Pediatric building By: Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., RN, RM, MAN by Bishop Ruperto Santos of the Diocese of Balanga. Nurse VI

Bataan Local Government and Representatives’ progressive ties with BGH As the hospital continuously improves its delivery of health services to the province and to its neighboring provinces, the Local Government of Bataan headed by Governor Abet Garcia and Municipal Mayor Francis Garcia together with the district representatives, Rep. Joet Garcia of the 2nd District and Rep. Geraldine Roman of the 1st District have expressed their progressive ties with Bataan General Hospital during the 76th BGH Founding Anniversary celebration last December 1, 2017 at the hospital grounds.

BGH has earned the solid effort of Bataan administrators and legislators through the hospital’s commitment in continuous improvement and development to deliver quality and efficient healthcare needs of Bataeños. The approval of the House Committee on Health of Rep. Garcia’s House Bill 2043 entitled “An Act upgrading the Bataan Provincial Hospital in the Province of Bataan into a level III teaching and training tertiary hospital, renaming the same as Bataan General Hospital and Medical Center, amending for the purpose Republic Act No. 8561” is a clear manifestation of their progressive ties with BGH. By: Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., RN, RM, MAN By: Curtis Nurse VI Mask Image by http://www.pngall.com

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M B A Christmas Carol

The Bataan General Hospital has celebrated its Christmas party through a masquerade party as a way of thanksgiving for all the blessings that the hospital has received for this year. Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, Medical HOPS Division on Third Place Center Chief of BGH, emphasized that BGH’s accomplishment for this Ancillary Division won First Place year is because of the dedication and in the Chorale Competition hard work of each BGH personnel and staff. Dr. Baltazar mentioned some of its accomplishments such as the accreditation of the three Nursing Division tied on Third Place Residency training programs of the hospital namely the Anesthesia, Family & Community Medicine as well as the Pediatric departments, construction of three-storey Pediatric building, hemodialysis and Physical Medical Division obtained the Second Place Rehabilitation unit, certification of Finance Division obtained the Fourth Place ISO 9001:2015 and the like. The highlight of this year’s celebration was the chorale competition wherein the Ancillary division obtained the first place with a cash prize of Php 30,000.00 followed by the Medical division on

the second place, HOPS and Nursing Female Star of the Night Nominees divisions on the third place and Finance division on the fourth place. On the other hand, the Department of Medical Imaging was declared as the grand winner for the Parol making contest.

Male Star of the Night Nominees Meanwhile, all the offices under the MCC such as the Legal office, IHOMP, PETRU, ICC and HEPO presented a special number through a rigodon de honor-inspired dance number. There were several prizes that have been given away through a raffle draw aside from the Male and Female stars of the Night contest.

Stars of the Night: By: Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., RN, RM, MAN Ms. Arianne S. Manansala Nurse VI Dr. Jerry James B. Bunagan Mask Image by http://www.pngall.com

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HEPO SaanSaan MangMang Sulok,Sulok, KalusuganKalusugan ayay Maaabot.Maaabot.

The Bataan General Hospital launched the project, Last Mile: Saan Mang Sulok, Kalusugan ay Maabot last November 3, 2017 at Sitio Kanawan, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan. The goal of the project is to improve access to health services in hard-to-reach, isolated areas and special pockets of population in the country. The project was implemented in coordination with the local government of Morong through Mayor Cynthia Estanislao.

During the opening program, Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, the Medical Center Chief, turned over to Dr. Emma Bugay, the Municipal Health Officer, three units of wheelchairs and one unit of digital BP apparatus for the barangay. In addition, two units of wheelchairs and one unit of nebulizer were also donated to the Rural Health Unit. On her message, Dr. Baltazar discussed the objectives of this activity and told the audience,

Alam po namin na nahihirapan kayo sa pagpunta sa health center kaya kami na po ang umakyat dito para mabigyan kayo ng iba’t-ibang serbisyong medikal. Ito po ang isa sa mga tulong pangkalusugan ng gobyerno para sa inyo.

The Bataan General Hospital team composed of 18 doctors, 2 dentists, 9 nurses, 1 pharmacist, 1 nutritionist-dietician and 8 admin personnel visited the area and provided basic health services such as medical consultation & management, dental & minor surgical procedures, ante-natal & post-natal care and other health services. A total of 262 clients were catered during the event. The BGH Last Mile Team will visit the area again on first week of December.

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The Bataan General Hospital has adopted Bagac Community & Medicare Hospital for the project, Last Mile: Saan Mang Sulok, Kalusugan ay Maabot, Adopt-a-Hospital strategy last November 10, 2017. The goal of the program is to improve access to health services in hard-to-reach areas and to cater to populations that have not received sufficient health care in the past. The project was implemented in coordination with the provincial government of Bataan.

A short opening program was conducted prior to the provision of medical services. Dr. Ma. Bhangielynne Cipat, Medical Officer III, gave her welcome message followed by the message of Bataan General Hospital Medical Center Chief, Dr. Glory V. Baltazar. She stated that the Last Mile is a project of the Department of Health implemented through Bataan General Hospital with the objective of improving access to health services in LGU hospitals by providing technical assistance and services. This partnership will provide a more sustainable and long term delivery of health services to underserved communities, especially in unreached populations.

This was followed by the ceremonial turn-over of 4 units of wheel chairs to the health facility. For the closing remarks, Ms. Asuncion Jornal, the Chief Nurse gave her response message and expressed her gratitude to Bataan General Hospital team for choosing Bagac Community & Medicare Hospital for this project.

A total of 307 clients were provided with different medical and dental services by the BGH team. Out of the 307 clients, 19 were admitted patients who were also seen and examined by the team. After consultation, all clients were provided with medicines as prescribed by the physicians. The team will again provide medical services on the second week of December.

By: Maria Rosario Gracia M. Gamet, RN Health Education & Promotion Officer III

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Turnover of wheelchair and nebulizer to the Brgy. Captain of Sitio Kanawan, Binaritan, Morong, Bataan

Last Mile Medical Mission Team

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BGH News and Updates

st BGH Annual Research Forum

The first BGH Annual Research Forum has been finally launched last December 6, 2017 held at the 3rd Floor Conference Room of the hospital. The research forum conducted aims to propel BGH towards its goal of being a Level III teaching and training hospital and be recognized as the first Medical Training Center in Bataan, and subsequently be known as a leading institution in the healthcare industry in the region. Also, the research forum serves as the hospital’s strategic step in achieving the organizations quality objectives particularly in the establishment of research and development program within the hospital and in producing physicians trained in different fields of specialization.

The forum was attended by BGH employees and guests from other hospitals. Research and case report entries were well represented by the different divisions and clinical departments of the hospital. Members of the panel of evaluators are: Dr. Imelda M. Sanchez, Training Officer, Quality Management Representative and OB-GYN Department Head of Dr. Paulino J. Garcia Memorial Research and Medical Center, Nueva Ecija; Dr. Florido A. Atibagos, Jr of Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital, CASE REPORT WINNER - HIV Enteropathy (Eleonore Joy D. Montefalcon, MD) Pampanga; and Dr. Ronnell dela Rosa, CONSOLATION PRIZES - Ano-rectal lymphoma (Maria Prima D. Villanueva, RN) Graduate School faculty and coordinator Organophosphate poisoning (Jorose Cortel-Quindoy, MD) and Chairperson of Research Ethics Kaposi sarcoma in a young adult male (Katherine B. Melegrito, MD) Committee at the Bataan Peninsula State Multidrug resistant tuberculosis during pregnancy (Adrian B. Almario, RN) University. RESTROSPECTIVE STUDY The following were declared winners in First Prize - Factors Affecting the Rate of Home Against Medical Advice (HAMA) Discharges in the case reports, retrospective and Bataan General Hospital (Mr. Romeo C. Tuazon, Jr, RN) Second Prize - Profile of Voluntary Blood Donation Registered by BGH Blood Bank from 2016 – 2017 prospective categories. (Jhoana M. Baluya, PhD, Czarina D. Lintag, RMT and Anna C. Hizon, RMT) Third Prize - Weight Change During Chemotherapy in Filipina Breast Cancer Patients (Raymund John G. Ibañez, MD)

PROSPECTIVE STUDY First Prize - A 6 Months Survey of the Common Immediate Post Operative Complications encoun- tered in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in a Government Tertiary Hospital: a Perspective Longitudinal Study Spanning from January to June 2017 (Gerald Caesar O. Libranda, MD and Kathleen Anne Luneta-Verdadero, MD) Second Prize - Profile of Pregnant Adolescents Seen in Bataan General Hospital (Darlene Minette C. Zamora, MD; Jocelyn S. Bongco, MD; and Anita E. delos Reyes) Third Prize - Patient Safety Culture: Assessment of Nurses Perceptions in Bataan General Hospital (Imee Eden F. Roy, RN) By: Ms. Ria-Ann L. Dizon Training Specialist IV

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In line with the hospital and the Department of Pathology and Laboratory’s objectives which are to impart knowledge and improve the skills of our medical technology interns, the Department conducted the very first Quiz Bee for Medical Technology Interns last September 28, 2017. The quiz bee was conducted at Building 1 3rd Floor Conference Room from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. This activity was initiated by Dr. Don Arlie S. Romero and coordinated by the internship program training officer, Ms. Maria Winona R. Nacu to foster camaraderie among interns and staff.

Our Medical Center Chief, Dra. Glory V. Baltazar, started the event with an inspirational message for the interns. Dr. Romero served as the lively quiz master while Ms. Nacu provided the challenging quiz questions. Staff from the Professional Education, Training and Research Unit (PETRU) provided resources and facilitated the scoring and timing for each question while several Laboratory staff monitored and recorded the scores of each team. The management generously provided the room and food for the participants and facilitators. Dra. Wilmercita Mallari and Dra. Jessica Visaya were invited to be the judges.

The quiz bee consists of 3 rounds, Easy, Average and Difficult. Ten questions for each category were asked and points accumulated were added to determine the winner. Interns from Our Lady of Fatima University (OLFU) in Pampanga and Quezon City and Dr. Carlos S. Lanting College in Quezon City were divided into groups of five. The winning team gets a clean slate for demerits and earns a free day off. Williza Reinosa and Joshua Brian Bostillo of Lanting College, Fatima Rawda Lipae of OLFU QC, Charmaine Tonio and Regine Bagasin of OLFU Pampanga emerged as the deserving and victorious winners. All in all, the Quiz Bee was a fun and successful collaboration among the different departments which made this event possible.

By: Jhoana M. Baluya, PhD Department of Pathology and Laboratory

ISO Awarding at the DOH 4th National Staff Meeting The Bataan General Hospital has been recognized by the Department of Health (DOH) for being recertified with ISO 9001 and now with the latest 2015 version. The ceremonial awarding was held during the 4th National Staff Meeting of the Department on October 25, 2017 at the Amigo Terrace Hotel, Iloilo City.

BGH received the award by Dr. Glory V. Baltazar, Medical Center Chief II alongside other DOH retained hospitals in the country. The award was presented by Health Assistant Secretary Dr. Enrique A. Tayag, Health Assistant Secretary Dr. Nestor F. Santiago, Jr., Health Assistant Secretary-OIC Dr. Leonita P. Gorgolon and DOH Reginal Office VI Director Dr. Marlyn W. Convocar. Also present in the event are representatives of the ISO audit team from ISC Global.

MCC Dr. Baltazar acknowledged the contribution of important key players in the institutionalization of QMS in BGH as she received the award from the Department. Also, she emphasized the mission and vision of the hospital that is committed to holistic, excellent and equitable medical care services towards patient satisfaction.

A certified Quality Management System (QMS) in all DOH retained hospitals is vital in the delivery of quality and efficient health service as it promotes integrity and accountability in the proper conduct of service and management of its properties. By: Curtis

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BGH News and Updates IDOTS with SSTR New regimen in the fight against Drug Resistant TB The Department of Health Regional Office III (DOH RO3) in cooperation with the Bataan General Hospital Satellite Treatment Center for Drug Resistant TB successfully conducted training on Integrated Daily Observed Treatment Short Course (iDOTS) with Standard Short Treatment Regimen for Multi – drug resistant TB last October 23 -27, 2017 at Lohas Hotel, Clark, Pampanga, wherein 36 representative from rural health units of Bataan and 4 representative from Aurora participated. The objective of this training is to update and capacitate participants to implement the IDOTS with SSTR under the programmatic condition.

On June 19, 2017, DOH issued the Department Memorandum 2017-0281 – “Implementing Guidelines on the Programmatic Management of Drug Resistant TB” which aims to strengthen the case holding mechanism of DOTS facilities to improve treatment success rate (TSR) by implementing programmatic approach in drug resistant TB.

In this regard, all health care workers (physicians, nurses, medical technologist, midwives, and community volunteers) in facilities as well as NTP managers at the regional, provincial and city levels providing DR-TB services are hereby instructed to utilize the said department memorandum.

As stated in the PMDT performance, the number of enrolled drug – resistant tuberculosis (DR-TB) cases continuously increased from 15 cases in year 2000 to 5,334 cases in year 2016 for a cumulative total of 21, 316 based on the PMDT Implementing Guidelines. Thus, emerging cases of drug resistant TB can drastically affects the target treatment success rate of the NTP. In line with this, the Philippine Strategic TB Elimination (PHILSTEP) creates PMDT Plan and Targets to address the emerging problem in the combat against TB. To attain these, the following are the key strategies: a. Enable ROs and LGUs to formulate plan to address DRTB through multi-sectoral collaboration. b. Build capacity of human resources to manage PMDT, to provide diagnostic and treatment services, to promptly identify and properly manage adverse events, and to provide palliative care. c. Continue to provide free ancillary drugs to combat adverse events. d. Expand quality – assured laboratory facilities supporting PMDT. e. Integrate PMDT services with DOTS services.

The implementation of iDOTS with Short Standard Treatment Regimen aims to strengthen the fight against drug resistant TB by improving treatment compliance of patients. In SSTR, patients will have to take second line drugs for 9 – 11 months based on their treatment response unlike in the Standardized Regimen for Drug Resistant TB (SRDR), patient will have to endure 18-24 months of treatment process.

As part of the advocacy campaign, Dr. Joseph M. Quan, Medical Officer III and Mr. Adrian B. Almario, RN, Nurse Coordinator for Bataan General Hospital DOTS facility serves as one of the resource speakers in the training design for iDOTS with SSTR. Dr. Quan discussed the case management and pharmacovigilance to properly address adverse drug effects which is crucial in treatment process. Also, Dr. Quan made use of the opportunity to emphasized proper assessment in case finding for patients who are eligible for Gene Xpert (Xpert MTB/RIF); a rapid molecular diagnostic tool that detects the presence of Tb bacteria and rifampicin resistance to significantly improve the treatment success rate by early diagnosis and treatment. After which, all the representative who participated in the group photo were equipped with knowledge and skills in handling drug resistant TB after completing the training of iDOTS with SSTR.

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DPL Bacteriology Breastfeeding Section: ARSP and Family Accredited! Planning Month

The Department of Pathology and Laboratory The Bataan General Hospital has observed (DPL) has successfully passed the External the Breastfeeding and Family Planning month Quality Assurance Scheme (EQAS) and site wherein there was a lay forum on several inspection for the full accreditation of its important topics affecting the mother and Aerobic Bacteriology Section by the child’s health were discussed that was held Department of Health’s Research Institute on August 15, 2017 at the Out-Patient for Tropical Medicine (RITM) - Antimicrobial Department. Mr. Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., Resistance Surveillance Program (ARSP). The Training Specialist for Nursing, gave an Laboratory obtained a 75.7% rating which is introduction and overview about the considered a satisfactory performance in the importance of breastfeeding and family EQAS. To get full accreditation, the planning especially on women’s health as Laboratory should obtain a score of at least well as the significance of early detection of 75% in both the EQAS and site inspection. metabolic disorders among newborn babies With the inspection held last August 7 and through newborn screening. October 9, 2017, the DPL Bacteriology section was awarded full accreditation in Mr. Johnson Palaypay, Infectious Disease December 2017. All of these, will not be Control Nurse, gave his lecture on the Basics possible without the knowledge and skills of of HIV and STIs wherein he emphasized the Ms. Melody Joy Flores (Bacteriology Section importance of early detection of the said virus Head) and Ms. Mailene Ragasa (Bacteriology through voluntary counseling and testing Section Assistant Head). The Laboratory also which is offered by Bataan HAVEN (the only coordinated closely with our Medical Center treatment hub for person living with HIV in Chief, Dra. Glory V. Baltazar and our Chief Bataan). Dr. Darlene Minette Zamora, Head of Administrative Officer, Ms. Myrna V. Magat, Dept. of Obstetrics and Gynecology, gave a for the completion of our site’s short discussion about the benefits of accreditation requirements. exclusive Breastfeeding not only to the babies but also to the mothers. Meanwhile, The EQAS accreditation involves the Dr. Jocelyn Bongco, pediatrician, discussed identification and susceptibility testing of 5 the facts behind the Expanded Newborn unknown bacterial samples from various Screening and its ability now to detect twenty specimen sources with accompanying clinical -eight (28) congenital metabolic disorders abstracts. This is to assess the performance of from previous six (6). Lastly, Dr. Allen Gideon the Laboratory and ensure the accuracy and Tan was able to tackle the different methods reliability of data submitted to ARSP. of family planning which are readily available Ultimately, the goal of ARSP is to “establish in BGH. rational antibiotic use through monitoring of current levels and developing trends of After the lecture, an Open Forum was antibiotic resistance of aerobic bacteria conducted wherein the mothers were given which are of importance to public health.” an opportunity to ask questions regarding the said topics. Part also of the month long The DPL and the hospital are glad to be part celebration was the information of the growing network that provides quality dissemination campaign through health antimicrobial resistance surveillance data for education classes conducted at the the more efficient use of antibiotics for better watcher’s area, business area, OPD and OB patient treatment. ward wherein different IEC materials regarding Breastfeeding and Family Planning were distributed and posted at different By: Jhoana M. Baluya, PhD Department of Pathology and Laboratory strategic sites of BGH. By: Romeo C. Tuazon Jr., RN, RM, MAN Nurse VI 16 BGH Life and Health Today Vol. 1 Issue No. 2 BGH Life and Health Today Vol. 1 Issue No. 2 16

HIV AIDS and STI Awareness BATAAN HAVEN Home Away from Verdict of society Ensuring Nurture A Treatment Hub for Person’s Living with HIV

Facility Profile Complete Address: Manahan St. Tenejero Balanga City, Bataan Schedule: Monday—Friday (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM) Contact Person: Mr. Johnson D. Palaypay Contact Number: (047) 237-1275 local 103 Head of Facility: Dr. Noel M. Laxamana E-mail Address: [email protected] / [email protected] *Started on May 2015 and accredited last November 2015

Services Offered  Pre and Post test Counseling  Rapid Screening test (HIV, Syphilis, Hepa B)  Treatment Adherence Counseling  Anti-Retroviral Drug / Therapy  Opportunistic Infections Prophylaxis  Treatment for STI’s  Laboratories, X-ray, Gene Xpert  Basic HIV/AIDS Seminars & Lay Fora

Percentage of Persons Living with HIV Enrolled in Bataan Haven 2015 - 2017

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3ways of HIV Transmission

A person’s HIV status can only be determined through HIV antibody testing

HIV testing is strictly voluntary, confidential, and must be accompanied by pre- and post-test counselling.

World AIDS Day Celebration

Body Fluids Known to 4transmit HIV

Maria Rosario Gracia M. Gamet, RN, HEPO III discussing HIV on OPD patients

ways to prevent 5HIV Transmission

BGH—Bataan Haven Team

By: Johnson Diaz Palaypay, RN, MAN Bataan Haven Clinic Manager Info graphics by Philippine National Aids Council

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New Day by: Imee Eden F. Roy, MAN, RN

What are eyes if there’s no insight? What are tears if it’s not heartfelt? N Y What is a tongue if it’s not painted with truth? What are your years if lived for yourself? by: Lalaine C. Forbes What is a Bible if it’s not read?

What is happiness if it’s not shared? Few more days and another year is about to What is a leader if he always goes first? unfold. Year-end parties everywhere, family What are friends if they dig your own hole? reunions and a whole lot more gatherings which symbolizes the happy Filipino Christmas What is tranquility if you sleep with regrets? tradition. Some are about to claim their What are plans if you don’t get your main goal? planners after weeks of being caffeinated, daily drugstore groceries and those who are waiting What is a 100% if achieved by cheating? for the online planner sale and are just few What is beauty if it’s beauty without beliefs? clicks away from the internet. Dreams are dreams only if they’re lived. Here comes the annual New Year resolution Sorrows are sorrows only if considered. checklist which we know will only last within a Wisdom is better than smart goals, high heels month or so. I used to see tons of social media For Wisdom with truth, you’re in magical peace. status with trending hashtags #newyear #newme and there are those who are brave enough to post their online new year resolutions.

Why not focus on being a #BetterYou instead? A better self who is willing to selflessly Ode to a Better Me serve humanity in different ways. A better self by: Lalaine C. Forbes who's loving the people around them without

asking for something in return. A better self It's been a year of myriad emotions, who's slow to judge and has tons of patience to influence and motivate others to do good. I could have died like a caterpillar,

But I fought on to be a butterfly, In this digital world where everything is just Spread my wings and fly. a point and click away, may we never forget the value of genuine conversation and achieving genuine happiness and fulfillment. To be It's been a year of first and last, humble enough to step backwards, bend our Challenges I never thought I could surpass, knees and extend our hands. For being a Sometimes it feels like I’ve run out of wine glass, #BetterYou is not just about material things, number of social media likes and hearts, it's But it's nice to know that those worth celebrating, everything WITHIN. Comes from the scars healed by the past. Holiday Cheers to Everyone! No more new year resolution checklist, Will just breathe and make the most of every magical mist, Because life is like a roller coaster ride you shouldn't miss,

And if you're lucky, every bump will be rewarded with a true love's kiss.

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A Medical Social Worker’s Experience at BGH… A testimony from the perspective of a non-Bataeño employee

I have been working in Bataan General Hospital for three years now as a Medical Social Worker. I came from the province of Zamboanga Del Sur, Region IX. Prior to my work here I had been working in the different field related to my profession in a private setting in Metro Manila. Looking back on how I end up working here is I think was God’s gracious intervention because I don’t know even one single person and was never been here before. I am a total stranger of the place, people and its values and culture; yet, I choose to stay knowing that I need to adjust and adapt the way people live. I ventured on this place having confidence in God that ZUMBA there is a bigger purpose on why I am here. True enough, the values of this institution holds, being “patient centered” is not only close to my own values but for being a social worker and a public servant. Adjusting with the people and the nature of work was only difficult on the first few Zumba is one of the most fun and versatile fitness months and slowly I learned to adapt on it. Now, I already love it thus I crazes to come along in a long time. Classes can tried to find ways to improve myself through further studies so that I can be geared for just about any fitness level. Though contribute more in this institution. most Zumba involves high-impact moves like bouncing and jumping, it can be modified to meet I felt so blessed to be part not only in this institution but to the your needs. community of Bataan as well. People are warm and have a deep religious conviction. This attitude of the Bataeños makes them resilient on facing their troubles every day. I encountered lots of them at BGH not only Zumba is an interval workout. The classes move patients but also employees who are so dedicated in their work no matter between high- and low-intensity dance moves how small it is. It’s a kind of inspiring and contagious thus when I’m designed to get your heart rate up and boost stricken with homesickness I just reflect on how the patient’s real cardio endurance. Working up a sweat in the condition is, unlike mine which is just merely a feeling; it comes and go. 60-minute classes burns an average of 369 calories more than cardio kickboxing or step Being a medical social worker in this institution is truly a great aerobics. opportunity for growth and development. As the institution improves from being what it is before, (known as a slaughter “katayan” hospital) to where it is now, it helps a lot of its constituent. “Bataan General Hospital Most of us were eager to loose weight and to stay has gone so far now, ang ganda na ng BGH” as claimed by the patients and fit and healthy. In Zumba you’ll get a great their relatives. I’m so proud to be a part of this good improvement because cardio workout that melts fat, strengthens your it means that the management works hard for it for the purpose of serving core, and improves flexibility. However, we are more people with quality care. I couldn’t imagine the effort of those lazy to attend a formal Zumba class because of employees ahead of me for making all this improvement possible. I am our busy schedule. truly inspired with the leadership quality of our Medical Center Chief. She was also very supportive to our section because we have enough funds to allocate for our indigent patients especially for the senior citizens, and But through the initiative of our Chief with those people with special needs, etc. Administrative Officer (CAO) Madame Myrna V. Magat, Zumba Sessions were organized and now Social workers are mistakenly called as SWA (social welfare being conducted twice a week, every Wednesdays assistant) who are also commonly known as the one who gives material and Fridays after office hours. This is open to all goods and discount but we are not all about that. It is our main duty to employees who are interested to join. Through help an individual; group and community realized their full potential using the available resources in order that they can fully function as a with this, we do not have to attend a formal class contributing citizen of our country in achieving its goal towards outside BGH. It is also a great way of socialization development. We are using our assessment tool in providing appropriate among our employees. assistance to our client/patients. Psychosocial intervention is also applied for those who have observed to be experiencing crises but if it’s beyond our expertise like those who have suicidal ideation we would refer them to our psychologist. I’m truly grateful working at BGH! By: Maria Teresa T. Cornel Budget Section By: #publicservantadvocate

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Clinico-Pathologic Conference

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Clinico-Pathologic Conference

The Department of Pediatrics of Bataan General Hospital in cooperation with the Pediatric Nephrology Society of the Philippines, Inc. headed by Dr. Ma. Norma V. Zamora and Philippine Pediatric Society-Central Luzon conducted its first Clinico-Pathologic Conference last July 11, 2017. The activity aims to refresh colleagues and trainees on the different manifestations of pediatric renal disease which is supplemented by the renal biopsy result. Other hospitals with Pediatric Residency Training Program in Central Luzon were invited namely Central Luzon Doctors Hospital, Tarlac Provincial Hospital, Bulacan Medical Center, Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital, Dr. Paulino J. Garcia Memorial Research and Medical Center, Angeles University Foundation Medical Center and James L.. Gordon Memorial Hospital. All the hospitals were given the same protocol and were given 15-minute for discussion of their most plausible clinical diagnosis. Dr. Jewellie Perez-Reyes, a Pediatric Nephrologist, who was the guest reactor, gave her invaluable input regarding the case. The activity culminated with the discussion of our resource person, who is a renowned renal pathologist from the National Kidney and Transplant Institute, Dr.  Bulacan Medical Center  Tarlac Provincial Hospital Sonia Chicano.  Philippine Pediatric Society– Central Luzon  Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital By: Jocelyn S. Bongco, MD, DPPS  Central Luzon Doctors’ Hospital  Bataan General Hospital Department of Pediatrics

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