JUNE 2015 AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF PHILIPPINE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION VOLUME XXV NO. 1

CALIMAG INDUCTED ANEW In this issue:

From the President's Desk p2-3

Editorial p4

As I See It p5

Dates to Remember p6

The Vice President's Corner p7

Maria Minerva P. Calimag, M.D. was emotionally; that they all love their fellow Money Matters: The inducted as 2015-2016 Philippine Medical physicians because that was what they have National Treasurer's Association President by Hon. Commissioner sworn to do when they took the Oath of Report p8-9

Florentino C. Doble, MD, PRC Chairman, during Hippocrates; that they should love the th Know your Governor the closing ceremonies of the 108 PMA Philippine Medical Association because it was p12-19 Annual Convention at the Marriott Grand built upon the age-old ideals of its founders as Ballroom in City. Dr. Calimag was an association of all physicians that would look Feature p20-21 reelected PMA President during the March 15, after each other‟s welfare. She urged the The MCP-KLP p22 2015 National Elections. members to thwart any attempt by any sector

to disembowel the profession, to divide the MERS-CoV p23 In her speech, Dr. Calimag said that physicians, and disintegrate the PMA in the doctors have been under constant external exchange for personal gains or political CME Commission p24 threats but a united front and a solid ambitions. foundation would be their shield against all of Specialty & Affiliate these threats. She also stated that the Dr. Calimag asked all physician-leaders Societies p26-27 physicians are revered and looked up to by present during the closing ceremonies to society because eminence, empathy, erudition stand up, recite and live up to heart the and expertise have been the values attributed Declaration of Commitment to the Ethos of the to them. The same values could undermine the Philippine Medical Association which was very core of the Philippine Medical launched the during the Opening Ceremonies Association‟s existence leading to of the 108th PMA Annual Convention. territorialism, turfism, tribalism and turncoatism. She thus called for all Filipino The induction was witnessed by her physicians, especially those in leadership family. positions, to make sure that they love their profession because it has imbued them with ••• God-given talents to heal physically and

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FROM THE PRESIDENT’S DESK MARIA MINERVA PATAWARAN-CALIMAG, MD, MSc, PhD, FPBA

A Time to Lead at the PMA: Journeying with Commitment, Confidence, Conviction and Character

Societies and countless Specialty, Board Rooms of PHILHEALTH on is- Subspecialty and Affiliate Societies in sues of fees reimbursement; in the the past 466 days, I listen to our col- PRC and CHED on issues related to leagues‟ stories and come to under- Outcomes-based Education, the re- stand and appreciate the diversity of vised framework for the Continuing ideas and approaches to health care Professional Education and the challenges found in different regions ASEAN Qualifications Reference - and realize that each has its merits. Framework and in the Conventions We live in interesting times! and Congresses of the Philippine As I continue the heady experi- Council for Health Research and De- “Ang lahat ay may gintong nasa ence of traveling around the country velopment and the different local, at ang kapisanan ay tunay ang dam- this year representing the Philippine national and international Specialty damin”. Mga katagang halaw sa ating Medical Association, I am reminded Societies; in the Medical Staff Meet- Awit ng PMA na dapat nating isa- again and again of the responsibility ings and corridors of hospitals nation- puso. Because at the end of the day, we have as physicians to provide the wide; and in the corridors and audi- leadership and our involvement in our best care possible to our patients. In toria of Universities and Medical Col- respective medical societies is not addition I believe we have a dual re- leges, and speaking my mind in the about the positions we hold but sponsibility to provide the leadership numerous press conferences, while about the relationships we build. to ensure that the environment in calling for transparency and account- ability in all our transactions. which care is given, the structure of Thirty years ago, as a young the health care system, is one that medical graduate, I see how policies The ground is shifting beneath promotes good quality care. Now I and laws were proposed, some our feet and change is upon us. But also recognize the challenges and passed, that would make life signifi- even so, our foundation at the PMA is fears we physicians have of losing our cantly harder for us and for our pa- solid, built upon the age-old ideals of autonomy – we fear that “…crucial tients. I realized that I needed to do our predecessors. Because this solid health care decisions will be dictated something about such legislation to foundation, our platform at the PMA by government, or administrators, or protect our patients, and that the has survived some 111 years. This health insurance companies.” most effective way was to become platform yielded the first code of

involved in my medical society, the medical ethics and the first standards Moreover, they have taken notice for Philippine medical education. So Medical Society and use the in the Halls of Senate and Congress clout of organized medicine to pro- yes, right now we are living through as I represent the PMA in the Com- historic change. And some may la- tect my patients. mittee of Health on issues of drug ment that fact. But I say, we are lucky. safety profile and fake drugs, in the Now standing here before you as Because the great thing about living Committee on Budget and Finance on the 93rd PMA President and the 7th through history, is we don‟t have to issues of taxation, in the Committee female to lead this prestigious asso- just witness it. We can shape it. on Economic Reforms on issues re- ciation of physicians I recognized the Together we can combat the epi- power of organized medicine. I see lated to the Asian Harmonization; in demic of chronic conditions plaguing how an issue I faced in my practice the Halls of the Department of Health the nation. Together we can foster could be taken to a higher level. And Committee as Resource Person in the innovation in medical education, so if resolved at that higher level, the Formulary Executive Committee and future physicians are better prepared benefits would reach not only my the FDA Pharmacovigilance Commit- for the realities of 21st century health own patients, but also every patient in tee; in the Board Rooms of the Dan- gerous Drugs Board on issues of drug care. the country. regulations and the revision of Board Together we can improve health Regulation No. 3, which is the IRR of As I travelled and visited 17 Re- care technology. Together we can the Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002; the gions and 102 out of 119 Component achieve meaningful legislative and

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medical liability reforms. By standing make sure: that we love our profes- networking schemes; etc. together, united in vision and com- sion because it has imbued us with Dear colleagues, change can be mitment, Filipino physicians can God-given talents to heal physically shape the health care system this and emotionally; that we all love our scary. But we must never forget: country needs. To put it simply, I real- fellow physicians because that is change can also be good. Today we ized that the collective voice – the what we have sworn to do when we stand at a crossroads in the history of voice of the Filipino physicians – had took the Oath of Hippocrates; that we health care in this great nation. Be- the power to make a differ- should love the Philippine Medical hind us lies a century of failed at- ence.” ASAM-ASAM, ISIP-ISIP, USAP- Association because it is the oldest, tempts to improve the system. Ahead USAP, SAMA-SAMA. I therefore call at 111 years old, medical organization of us lie two distinct paths.

for unity and solidarity to reform the of Filipino physicians built upon the One is the path of inaction. Of PMA and make it relevant to each age-old ideals of our predecessors. glorifying the past, succumbing to and every Filipino Physician. The Philippine Medical Association as partisan politics that muddle all our “Magkapit-bisig para sa Pagbabago… envisioned by our forefathers is an issues, and thwarting any attempt to para sa PMA at sa Bayan”. In return, association of all physicians that move forward. The other is the path the PMA tagline as an organization would look after each other‟s welfare. of action. Of collaborating, innovat- shall be: “PMA: Empowering the Our duties and responsibilities at the ing, and leading the drive toward pro- Filipino Physician for Nation PMA should be to make sure that all ductive change. Today, we look back, Building.” physicians, regardless of specializa- thank and celebrate three groups of tion and affiliation are cared for, nur- We are ONE PMA! We are an people who played an important role tured and empowered. We should 80,000-strong member organization in the development of our organiza- thwart any attempt by any sector to of Filipino physicians! We are the big- tion First – to the group of early PMA disembowel the profession, to divide gest lobby group that can speak for pioneers who believed and acted the physicians, and disintegrate the and on behalf of all physicians. All upon an idea that such an association PMA in exchange for personal gains Component, Specialty, Subspecialty would be useful to promote and serve or political ambitions. Let us make and Affiliate Societies are under con- the medical profession in our country; sure that our votes during PMA elec- stant external threats but a united Second – to the group of leaders and tions is a mature, informed and dis- front and a solid foundation is our members who expanded the original cerned vote that reflects the direc- shield against all of these threats. All vision of the organization by offering tions and needs of our times. eyes are on us and I call upon all phy- exciting new activities and events that sicians for us to examine our con- Hillary Rodham-Clinton in Hard continue to serve our constituency science and ask ourselves about what Choices wrote “All of us face hard today; Third – to the group of future we have done to uplift the lot of our choices in our lives. Life is about mak- leaders and members who will con- fellow physicians…let us maintain the ing such choices. Our choices and tinue to nurture and develop our as- respect of all our peers…let us reflect how we handle them shape the peo- sociation into a vibrant future. If the on what we are doing, …to ourselves, ple we become.” relevance and vitality of professional to our fellow physicians and to the organizations is based on the services Philippine Medical Association. . The We launched the Declaration of and support it provides to its mem- medical profession is a magnet for Commitment to the Ethos of the bers, as well as its ability to change controversy…why? Because the physi- Philippine Medical Association dur- and transform itself to reflect the cians that comprise it are revered and ing the Opening Ceremonies of the changes in „our‟ world, then we at the looked up to by society…eminence, 108th PMA Annual Convention! Dur- PMA, can truly call ourselves leaders empathy, erudition and expertise are ing my Valedictory-Inaugural Speech, and I am honored (and proud) to be values that are attributed to all physi- I even asked all physician-leaders pre- among fellow leaders of PMA! We sent to stand up, recite and live up cians. The same values however can think creatively, work collectively, and undermine the very core of our exis- the Commitment to heart. We have to lead passionately! We all look forward tence as an organization at the Philip- start while they are young...teaching to many more years of learning, shar- pine Medical Association… leading to medical students about all possible ing, mentorship and forming lasting territorialism, turfism, tribalism and moral hazards and temptations that friendships. Mahatma Gandi said...If turncoatism. Let this be a wake-up they will encounter in clinical practice. we want to find ourselves...we have to call for all of us Filipino physicians… We will revise our PMA Code of Eth- lose ourselves in the service of oth- especially those among us in leader- ics to include all nuances in medical ers....We celebrate Our Legacy: A Dis- ship positions. practice that involve physician-patient tinguished Past… A Vibrant Future! interaction; physician-industry inter- Our common goal should be to action; social media in healthcare; ••• Page 4 The Physician

On the Wings of Unity I

Every Fall, without fail each year, thousand strong organization active, it especially amongst people. According hundreds of thousands of birds of every already is a force to reckon with. It will to the various articles, as each bird flaps species and size fly South for the Win- also be a sight to see as all doctors its wings, it creates an uplift for the bird ter. Among them, tens of thousands of come together and unite under the immediately behind it. By flying in a “V” geese travel thousands of miles from wings of the PMA. For this reason, the formation, the flock together gains over the farthest tips of North America to PMA's flight path has been drawn via 70% more flying range than if each bird Mexico and even farther South. various programs. flew on its own.

They fly South with a common Ÿ The Balik PMA program was As our PMA president exhorts us all purpose and destination-to ensure sur- conceptualized during the last Board of to love our profession, our peers, and vival during the cold winter nights when governors of 2014-15. Moreover, the the PMA, these programs aim to bring food is scarce. They fly, strictly following ONE PMA Movement was launched us all together, in V-Formation towards th a flight path, deviating when needed during the 108 PMA Annual Conven- a common purpose. but always forward. They fly in unison, tion last May 2015 by Dr. Minerva flapping their wings together, following Calimag. With the success of these pro- a V-Formation. They fly with great de- grams, imagine what can happen- as we Ÿ Amidst all controversies of Phil- termination and speed, year in, year out. increase our numbers, together, we can health fraud, tax evasion, and misrepre- fly higher, faster, and further. This year, the Philippine Medical sentations, the PMA will review and Association (PMA) is flapping its wings strengthen our present Code of Ethics, Just like the geese, if we all work as it soars high and mighty with a pur- to amend our Constitution and By-laws, together- if we all unite, we can achieve pose of unity and further growth. to uplift the lot of our fellow physicians, the goals and changes that we have set and to maintain respect for all physi- out for. We can do more than we In the past year, PMA has healed cians. would, had we worked alone. itself from controversies surrounding the organization and our PMA President  The Owl@PMA was launched last Henry Ford once said, "Coming together is a beginning, keeping to- Dr. Minerva Calimag has reached out to May 2015, which is an online program gether is progress". different sectors of all physicians na- for CPD/CME for all our members. This tionwide. This healing process continues will be endorsed by the PRC. This will Without doubt, when we work throughout our flight path to unity and enable all our members to gain the re- closely together, anything is possible. growth on the last year of her term. Together, we can move mountains. To- quired CME units. As the geese fly South, their sheer gether, we move forward and go the numbers crowd the sky, and display The sheer number and the perfect distance. Together, we will do this with V-formation of the geese as they fly great determination and speed. their true strength, which is a sight to see. With only half of the PMA's 80 illustrates the importance of unity •••

EDITORIAL BOARD The Physician Editor-in-Chief PMA Journal Marianne L. Ordoñez-Dobles, M.D. Arnel A. Asiño, M.D. The Physician is an internal publication of the Philippine Maria Christina H. Ventura, M.D. Medical Association instituted by the PMA Board of Assistant Editor-in-Chief Governors for the dissemination of information to PMA Albert C. Guevarra, M.D. Contributing Editors Members. Its office is at the PMA Secretariat, North Sol Veronica E. Bagaipo, M.D. Avenue, City 1105; contact numbers: 9296366; The Physician Erlinda G. De Los Reyes, M.D. 9262447, 09189234732, 09178221357; fax number: Arnel A. Asiño, M.D. Eliza D. Laurente, M.D. 9296951; Arthur T. Catli, M.D. PMA Governors Email: Albert C. Guevarra, M.D. Component Society Presidents [email protected], Ma. Corazon S. Maglaya, M.D. Specialty Division Presidents [email protected] Mechael Angelo G. Marasigan, M.D. Specialty Society Presidents Bayani P. Tecson, M.D. Affiliate Society Presidents website: www.philippinemedicalassociation.org Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 5

able to attend, these CD's were mailed their self esteem, improving their work by courier. The list in the CD should be relationship with each other and making reconciled with the component society's them realize that working for the better- listing and any discrepancy should be ment of the PMA would make this or- transmitted to the PMA membership ganization succeed in all aspects and this staff on or before August 31, 2015. Any would eventually lead to the upliftment During the 108th PMA Annual Con- deaths of your members should also be of their status in life. vention last May 2015, the PMA Presi- reported with a photocopy of the death dent Dr. Maria Minerva P. Calimag certificate or a notarized written notice ••• launched the "ONE PMA MOVEMENT" by the next of kin before they can be wherein she emphasizes the fact that in delisted from the PMA roster. We encourage all inactive members "Unity there is Strength". We are the to avail of the Balik PMA program which biggest medical organization nationwide ••• has been extended by the present board and if we project a united front as well as to December 31, 2015. A 50% discount a solid one, we can surmount any We are again reminding everyone will be granted to all members who have external threat that aims to undermine that annual dues for the current year arrears from 2013 and earlier. However, the PMA. SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECEIVED BY the annual dues for 2014-15 and 2015- THE PMA ON/OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 16 should be paid in full. A 10% per cent • • •     30, 2015, in order for the member to be rebate shall be given to all component

included in the voters' list, as stated in societies whose members have availed The first PMA Board of Governors our election code. All component socie- of the program. meeting was held on June 12, 2015 at ties who have received payments should the Hotel Sarrosa International in . have deposited the paid dues through ••• This was followed by the National our depository banks by September 30, Orientation and Leadership Seminar for The PMA Committee on Member- 2015, or paid directly to the PMA. all 119 Component Societies, Specialty ship is enjoining all component medical

Divisions, Specialty Societies, and Affili- societies to have their own website. ••• ate Societies. The aim of making the Plans are underway to link all these web- leadership seminar simultaneous is to sites to the PMA website. The PMA pro- PMA Power Card Holders will be disseminate information uniformly and grammer has also been instructed to able to avail of discounted Unilab prod- various concerns may be addressed in a make our website mobile friendly. This ucts through Med Express. Discounts will enable all members to access our nationwide manner. The event was well with other business establishments are website through their smartphones or attended. still readily available. This list will be on androids. all smart phones, androids, tablets and ••• iPads through the use of a mobkard ••• application which can be downloaded. The PMA was a finalist for the Most The Committee on the Constitution Outstanding Accredited Professional ••• and Bylaws met last July 10, 2015 at the Organization of the PRC in their Awards PMA Board room. The chair is Dr. Bayani Night at the Manila Hotel last June 18, All PMA employees had their first Tecson and the meeting finalized the 2015. Dr. Rosario Capedeng was team building at the PMA Auditorium needed amendments after discussions awarded the 4th Nubla Award for Excel- last June 27, 2015 conducted by PMA by all concerned. The PMA will be trans- lence. The first Nubla Awardee is our Executive Director, Ms Bebbet Recinto. mitting the final form for comments incumbent PMA President, Dr. Minerva Ms. Recinto is a Bachelor of Psychology from all sectors, after which we shall P. Calimag. She bested all the other pro- graduate as well as a Human resource move to obtain the required 2/3 votes of fessionals in 2012. expert. This is in line with the current the general membership. thrust of the Execom to professionalize ••• the PMA workforce. Every first Tuesday ••• of the month they will have their regular The updating of the PMA database assessment meetings. And the criteria The PMA Commission on Ethics was is a continuing process. The membership has been set for the employee of the convened by the Chair, Dr. Santiago del listing adopted in 2014 will be the basis month. And eventually, an employee of Rosario. Dr. Minerva P. Calimag, PMA for the update. A CD with the present list the year. On this scope, the PMA is mov- President emphasized the need to re- of each component society together ing forward with a CPA accountant and a view the present Code of Ethics of the with the list of members with arrears CPA internal auditor in place. The land- PMA to make it attuned to the present have been given out to all component scape of the PMA secretariat has been time. medical societies during the leadership changing with the view in mind of en- ••• seminar in Cebu. For those who were not hancing their performance, improving Page 6 The Physician

As I See It… from page 5 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER Preparations are underway for the celebration of the 112th PMA Founda- 112th PMA Foundation Day celebration tion Day on September 15, 2015 under September 15, 2015 the Chairmanship of Dr. Arnel Asino. Dr. Carlito Pajarillo is the Chair of the Medi- 58th Medicine Week Celebration cine week which will fall on September September 20-26, 2015 20 - 26, 2015. 109th PMA Annual Convention ••• May 18-20, 2016

We call on all doctors to heed the PMA National Election and Local Component Elections call of the PMA to UNITE. Only the PMA can encompass all physicians nation- March 13, 2016 wide. It is 112 years old, come Septem- ber 15, 2015. As Dr. Minerva Calimag has said, " Only the PMA can harness Our Code of Ethics states: the Power of Organized Medicine". “Colleagues, legitimate children who are minors, or even those who

are not minors but mentally incapacitated and dependent upon our ••• colleague for support, should be given the courtesy.

A meeting was held at the PHIC However, this shall not apply to plastic or cosmetic procedures presided by the DOH Secretary, the unless the cosmetic service is for Reconstructive” procedure for conditions resulting from diseases or accidents. Honorable Dr. Janet Garin and In case of package deals, professional fees included in said package Assistant Secretary Dr. Dominga shall be waived.” Padilla last August 27, 2015. Presi- dents and representatives from all the Specialty Divisions and Specialty APMA’s SEARCH FOR 2015 board of judges is composed of at least societies, Dr. Minerva Calimag from TOPICS AWARDS three distinguished Filipinos represent- ting the field of medicine, public health, the PMA and Dr. Ruben Flores from social work education and related fields. the Philippine Hospital Association Believing that “success comes to were in attendance. A board reso- those who prepare well and put in The deadline of submission of effort”, the Auxiliary to the Philippine lution was passed by the PHIC nomination is on August 24, 2015, at Medical Association, Inc. (APMA) would board to require again the Certifi- APMA Boardroom. like to invite nomination of members of cate of Good Standing from the good standing of the Philippine Medical Philippine Medical Association, the Association (PMA) to participate in the Please mail, email or submit your nomination forms to any of the specialty divisions or societies and search for THE 32nd OUTSTANDING following: from the Philippine Hospital asso- PHYSICIANS IN COMMUNITY SERVICE more commonly known as TOPICS ciation from their members. The Awards. Guided by the pursuit of APMA TOPICS AWARDS Committee purpose of the meeting was to dis- excellence in community service, TOPICS Chairperson cuss the implementing rules and awards are intended to give recognition MA. LUCIA T. ALVARADO, MD, MBA, FPCR [email protected] / regulation for a Memorandum of to outstanding physicians who perform medical services, over and above their (0917) 8000037 Agreement between the PMA, PHA professional duties, to showcase the and Specialties. A Certificate of commendable Filipino traits of APMA National President Good Standing from the PMA re- compassion, concern and sense of THERESA SALAZAR-BONGOLAN, DMD [email protected] / quires the payment of Annual dues responsibility and to draw up exemplars of models in community service. The (0917) 8560043 for the PMA and the local compo- honor will be awarded during the annual PMA Secretariat c/o Cathy or Neneth nent society, as well as completion celebration of the National Physicians [email protected] / of the required CME units. This cer- Day on September 27, 2015 which is the [email protected] feast say of Sts. Cosme and Damian, the tificate shall be issued by the local (0917) 8221357 patron saints of physicians. Each component society of the PMA awardee shall receive a TOPICS Award ••• where the physician is a member. trophy made by national artist Napoleon

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construction was already done, our camaraderie continues. We treat each the doctors residing in the northern half one as family. We are like a fraternity of the province decided to separate group. In addition, another factor why from the southern half. It was because we are so close and solid is because we during that time, the roads were so bad involve our family, spouses and children and it was so hard for the two groups in almost all our activities. Our spouses, to travel to either side. Thus, in 1960, although they are not yet registered as the (Oroquieta City) APMA yet, are also very close. They PMA Membership: What to do? Medical Society was officially approved have their own group, and the children by the PMA Board of Governors. In the also have theirs. Encouraging members to be mid 70s, the group decided to build an active or encouraging fellow non- office where monthly meetings and Who cares about the certifi- member physicians to join and be ac- RTDs would be held. My parents do- cate? Whether the certificate is required tive with the PMA has always been a nated a parcel of land for this purpose. or not, our society remains as one and challenge to majority of the component In the early 80s, the construction of the solid. We love being with each other. societies. Every now and then, we hear building started with the little money We do not bond during RTDs only. We the same complaints from officers of they had. Such was a big challenge go beyond that. Such that we call for the different societies. Take for instance that they asked help several times from "tea parties" as often we can so that we during the 2015 PMA National Orienta- the national PMA only to be ignored. can just be together. The induction of tion and Leadership Seminar held in Thus, they concluded that the only peo- the new officers 2015 was probably the , almost all the groups men- ple who could help them were them- most unique among all the societies tioned many members have fallen out selves. This formed a very special bond throughout the country. With the induc- from the list of their active members. within them, putting all their energy tion as the highlight, we had the pro- and resources for the building. Years gram “Sophistique” which showcased One of the main reason cited have gone by, construction was so slow the talent and uniqueness of each was that PHIC and PRC no longer ask and there were even years when the member as well as being ONE with one for the Certificate of Members in Good construction was literally stopped. another. For indeed MOMS Oroquieta Standing with the PMA. Is the certifi- Then came a new generation of highly City is ONE. cate the reason why physicians join the energetic and idealistic doctors who PMA? If that is the case, then no won- decided to continue and finish what the To recap, the MOMS Oroquieta der PMA membership is going down. In founding members started. Because of City has 87.5% active membership (of 2003, only 49.86% are active members this goal, both the older and the those who are currently residing and (25,631 of 51,406 PMA members). younger doctors became so united. On practicing in the area totaling 72, 63 And in 2014, active members were only March 2010, on the occasion of the are active, 9 inactive; excluded in the 32,334 of the 72,283 total PMA mem- society’s 50th Golden Anniversary, and numbers are those who have migrated, bers or 44.73% roughly 30 years since the ground transferred without proper documenta- breaking, the PMA MOMS Oroquieta tion, and on residency training) because There was a time when doc- City Building was officially opened by of the following: (1) involvement in the tors loved to associate themselves with then incoming PMA President, Dr Oscar fulfillment of a project, (2) treatment of PMA and they looked forward to the Tinio, and the Northcentral each other as family, (3) involvement of PMA Annual Conventions bringing their Governor, Dr. Osop MP Abbas. family members, and (4) having fun family with them. My parents were doc- wholesome family activities as a group. tors that time and it was like a big fam- Is the project the reason why It is my dream that all other ily vacation, the highlight of our sum- the members are so united and active? component societies will also find ways mer vacation. It may be a big factor in the formation of this special bond. Feeling so helpless to be more meaningful to the lives of its It is important to note though made them strive to work hard to- members so other non-member doctors that membership has never been a gether. The senior members make ef- will be encouraged to join as well. problem to my home society, the forts to invite the younger members Hopefully, all component so- Misamis Occidental (Oroquieta City) and make them feel welcome and at cieties will then be ONE in solidarity. Medical Society (MOMS). Misamis home with the group. Even when the ONE PMA. Occidental Medical Society was formed construction was already done, our in 1946. However, some years later, camaraderie continues. We treat each ••• Page 8 The Physician

BALIK PMA PROGRAM

In response to the clamor of the PMA component societies for a “Balik PMA pa more”, the Board of Governors in the meeting held at the PMA Boardroom last July 12, 2015 has approved the EXTENSION of the Balik PMA Program until December 31, 2015.

The Balik PMA Program which was implemented last October 1, 2014 grants a 50% discount to all members who will settle their arrears on membership dues with the PMA covering the period 2013 and earlier. Moreover, with the payment of the arrears on membership dues on or before September 30, 2015, the right to vote and be voted upon will be reinstated.

Since the program started way back in October 2014, the generated revenue reached a total of Php 3,101,250.00 from the 1,658 balik PMA members who availed of the program as of the end of July 2015. For the months of June and July 2015, Western registered the highest revenue from a total of 14 Balik PMA members who availed of the program.

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MUTUAL AID BENEFIT

DEATH DISABILITY For the FY 2014-2015, about 9.67 M was spent on Mutual Aid grants. MONTH NO. AMOUNT NO. AMOUNT This is reflective of a 51% increase JUNE 9 450,000.00 13 293,750.00 compared to the previous year where JULY 12 562,500.00 8 200,000.00 6.42 M was spent. With the trend of an increasing amount spent on Mutual TOTAL 21 1,012,500.00 21 493,750.00 Aid grants, the PMA would be well to One of the benefits available to a P 1,506,250.00 to 42 active members. initiate programs meant to generate GOOD standing PMA member is the Most of the claims approved by the additional sources of revenues to be entitlement to the Mutual Aid Committee on Mutual Aid have been able to sustain such increased Benefits that includes Death (P cases of cancer, chronic diseases and spending. 50,000), Disability (P 25,000.00) and pneumonia, conditions common in Legal aid (P 40,000.00). In the past 2 the elderly. ••• months, the PMA has paid a total of Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 9

INDIGENCY CENTER OLD PRICE NEW PRICE Effective August 16, 2015, the Indigency A. CONSULTATION Center, as approved by the Board of Governors INITIAL 50.00 70.00 has implemented new rates to its laboratory FOLLOW-UP 30.00 50.00 fees to defray the increase in the cost of B. LABORATORY reagents and materials being used as well as to CBC 70.00 110.00 fund the rehabilitation of some of its RH TYPING 70.00 80.00 equipment and facilities. The following are the adjusted laboratory fees. BLEEDING TIME 60.00 80.00 CLOTTING TIME 60.00 80.00 The initial consultation fee was likewise HEPA- B TEST 160.00 180.00 increased from P 50.00 to P 70.00 and the PREGNANCY TEST 100.00 120.00 follow-up consultation fee from P 30.00 to P 50.00. FBS 90.00 100.00

Currently, an average of 30 patients a day The Indigency Center is a program initiative of the PMA as it are accommodated in the center for medical endeavors to achieve its mission to extend medical services to the consultations and about 10 patients a day less fortunate in an attempt to contribute to excellent healthcare undergo physical therapy. A significant increase delivery to the community at large. in the number of patients is however anticipated in the near future with the addition Cheers to the PMA‟s vision, “In a dedicated selfless and of one more physician to handle patient humane service of the Medical Profession for a healthy consultations and the eventual assignment of a and for the Glory of God.” permanent physical therapist once the construction works in the renovation of the ••• center is completed.

Dates of the PMA/UNILAB Regional Assemblies Fiscal Year 2015-2016

DATE REGION DATE REGION

Southern Tagalog at October 4, 2015 Western Mindanao at February 7, 2016 City

Eastern Visayas at February 21, 2016 Northeastern at October 11, 2015 City February 28, 2016 Western Visayas at Northwestern Luzon at November 8, 2015 Southeastern Mindanao at March 6, 2016 City November 15, 2015 Central Visayas at Cebu City April 3, 2016 CARAGA at City Northcentral Mindanao at January 17, 2016 at City April 10, 2016 NCR (Manila, , January 24, 2016 , Central Tagalog) at April 17, 2016 Bicol at Legazpi City UNILAB Bayanihan Center

January 31, 2016 at Page 10 The Physician Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 11

Maria Minerva P. Karen Y. Conol- Oscar T. Marianne L. Albert C. Calimag, M.D. Salomon M.D. Cabahug, M.D. Ordoñez- Dobles, M.D. Guevarra, M.D. President Vice President National Treasurer Secretary General Asst. Secretary General

Judith N. Allaga, M.D. Jeisela B. Gaerlan, M.D. Paul Ruel C. Lakandula A. Rosario B. Governor, Northeastern Governor, Northwestern Camiña, M.D. Elayda, M.D. Cruz-Dalida, M.D. Luzon Luzon Governor, Central Luzon Governor, Manila Governor, Quezon City

Jose C. Rabe, M.D. Vincent C. Santos, M.D. Annette M. Macayaon, M.D. Ramon C. Echano Jr., M.D. Governor, Rizal Governor, Central Tagalog Governor, Southern Governor, Bicol Tagalog

Felma R. Dela Cruz, M.D. Florencio T. Miel, M.D. Eliza D. Laurente, M.D. Edgar A, Legaspi, M.D. Governor, Western Visayas Governor, Central Visayas Governor, Eastern Visayas Governor, Western Mindanao

Ruben O. Go, M.D. Maria Lourdes G. Osop MP. Abbas, M.D. Bernardo T. Mora Governor, Northern Monteverde, M.D. Governor, Northcentral Jr., M.D. Mindanao Governor, Southeastern Mindanao Governor, Caraga Mindanao Page 12 The Physician

Network (RHAN), working for the full implementation of the Responsible Know your Governor… Parenthood and Reproductive Health By: Bayani B. Tecson, MD Law (RPRH Law).

tracing her roots from and ••• Ifugao provinces, she has not forgot- ten to give back to the community that nurtured her youth. Fully aware of the need for a better public health service that her beloved fellow Ifugao truly deserve, Dr. Allaga went back to school to take up a Masteral Course Dr. Gaerlan is the presiding in Hospital Administration at UP- officer of the Northwestern Luzon College of Public Health. She is a Regional Council. She is the voice of member of the Ifugao Medical Soci- the following component Medical ety and became the president for Societies: Mt. Province medical soci- more than 5 years in the 1980‟s when ety, -Benguet medical society, IMS was still enduring its growing La Union medical society, pains. She was promoted as Assistant medical society, Southern Provincial Health Officer of Ifugao. medical society, Ilocos Sur medical During the devolution of Health Ser- society, medical society and the vices in 1996, she was retained as the medical society. Provincial DOH Representative until 2003, and later promoted as the As- Dr. Gaerlan is a dedicated pedia- sistant Regional Health Director of trician, who embodies the Thomasian the DOH-CAR, Baguio City. After 39 spirit and values. She is a specialist in years in public health service, she re- Infectious Diseases. She holds a di- tired as the OIC-Regional Health Di- ploma in Tropical Medicine and Hy- giene from Mahidol University, Thai- rector in 2012. land. She is a fellow of the Philippine

Pediatric Society and has served as She is a staunch advocate of graft President of the North Luzon Chap- Dr. Allaga is the epitome of a and corruption eradication in the ter from year 2002 to 2004. true public servant. Immediately after government service, and take refuge

graduation from the College of in her belief that there is God who is Currently, she is the Assistant always watching, guiding, and pro- Medicine at the UERMMMC in 1973, Medical Director of Lorma Medical she went back to her home province tecting us. Center, the Assistant Chairman of the

in Ifugao and served as a Resident Department of Paediatrics in Ilocos Dr. Allaga served as the represen- Physician at the Ifugao General Hos- Training and Regional Medical Cen- tative of the IMS to the Provincial pital for 10 years. Her love for public ter, and a member of the Board of health service earned her to be pro- Health Board, Provincial Blood Coun- Trustee of Saint Louis College, all in moted as the Chief of Hospital of cil, and the Provincial Disaster and San Fernando City, La Union. Tinoc District Hospital, which is lo- Risk Reduction Management Council cated in the far-flung municipality of (PDRRMC). She is an active member She is the loving wife of a fellow Ifugao. This remote municipality can and adviser to the Basic Ecclesiastical Thomasian, Dr. Jerome A. Gaerlan, be reached only by hiking 10 - 12 Community (BEC) of Banaue, Ifugao who is the current Vice President of hours. After 3 years, her services was and a member of the Board of Trus- the Philippine College of Radiology. needed further and thus, was trans- tees of the Westville Academy at La- She is a fulfilled mother of 3 great ferred to Panopdopan District Hospi- mut, Ifugao. kids: Jerome Andrio (19 years old), tal in another municipality of Ifugao Jerard Matthew (17 years old), and for an additional 3 years. In July 2015, she was elected Jeisela Merice (16 years old), all of Convenor/Chairman of the Ifugao them taking up pre-medical courses A native of the Cordillera region, Reproductive Health Advocacy at the University of Sto. Tomas. Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 13

Dr. Balderas-Gaerlan, from page 12... wind up her hectic day is attending to Singapore. He is a Fellow of the Phil- the ornamental plants in her garden. ippine Orthopaedic Association and Dr. Gaerlan, a member of the the Philippine College of Surgeons. Alpha Delta Sorority of UST - Faculty An entrepreneur for the past 4 He had three Research Papers pre- of Medicine and Surgery, is an ac- years, she manages the pharmacy sented in Paper Reading and re- complished, multi-awarded profes- started by her mother. viewed one in an Asian Congress of sional and socio-civic leader. She Orthopaedics. was recognized by the UST Medical Dr. Gaerlan also recognises the Alumni Association in 2013 to be value of preserving our cultural heri- Dr. Camina is a dedicated socio- worthy of the most coveted tage and started reviving an inherited civic leader, served as President of the “THOMAS AWARD” ; by the Auxiliary century old house, “Bahay na Bato,” Rotary Club of Metropolitan to the PMA (APMA) in 2008 as the and converted it into a Bed and in 2008-2009 and Assistant Governor Outstanding Physician In Community Breakfast, “Residencia Concepcion”. for Rotary District 3770 area 13 in Service (“TOPICS AWARD”); Most This will soon open on December 8, 2011-2012, Malolos Jaycees in 1998- Outstanding Pediatrician in Commu- 2015. 2000, and Sta. Isabel Tennis Club in nity Service 2011, a Dr. Fe Del Mundo 1998-2000. Award by the Philippine Pediatric Lastly, her ultimate passion as a Society. She was also given recogni- socio-civic servant leader is centered Dr. Camiña served as President tion by the Philippine Medical Asso- in serving the SPED School of San of the Bulacan Medical Society in ciation in 2001 as one of the Most Fernando City and the Christian Praise 2001-2002, Chairman of the Bulacan Outstanding Physician (MOP Fellowship Orphanage since 1997 and Medical Mission Group Health Service AWARD); twice awarded as Most on her advocacies in HIV/AIDS Aware- cooperative in 2002 - 2006, and as a Outstanding Club President by the ness Campaign & ARV Therapy. General Manager of the Bulacan Inner Wheel Club of the Philippines - Medical Mission Group Cooperative on the National Level in 1998 and in ••• Hospital in 2008 - 2010. He served as 2013. And finally, the Provincial Gov- a member of the Board of Trustee in ernment of La Union gave recogni- the Philippine Orthopedic Association tion of her passionate delivery of in 2008 - 2010. Currently, he is the community services and awarded her Health Emergency Management Staff the “La Union Service Award” in Coordinator of the Bulacan Medical 2011. Centre and holds the position of

Dr. Gaerlan is also an active Dr. Camina is an orthopaedic sur- Medical Officer II at the same institu- member and leader of religious or- geon currently practicing in Malolos, tion. ganizations such as Daughters of Bulacan and married to Dr. Jovy Mary Immaculate and the Mother Camina, an anesthesiologist. He is a Dr. Camina is an advocate of Lay Butler Mission Guild. She spear- father to 6 wonderful kids. Fora Activities as an effective method headed the construction of the Ado- of disease prevention, better than ration Chapel of the St. William Ca- Dr. Camina, a native of , is a Medical Missions. thedral of San Fernando City and the high academic achiever. He gradu- construction of the Holy Family ated with honors in his elementary His philosophy in life is, “We can Chapel of ITRMC and other Barrio years, salutatorian graduate in high get better in our chosen work, in lead- Chapels of San Fernando City, La school, accelerated with honors, ing others, and in improving ourselves, Union. graduating as Cum Laude in BS Biol- by striving to be a better Filipino in the ogy degree, and Benemeritus in Doc- Philippines. It’s better done, here.” She loves to paint in oil medium tor of Medicine Degree at the Univer- during her leisure times. She collects sity of Sto. Tomas, Manila. Dr. Camina is active in the church antiques and keeps an elephant col- serving as an extraordinary minister lection of different materials as her He took his residency training of Holy Eucharist at the Diocese of memorabilia during her travels with in Orthopaedics at the Veterans Malolos. her husband in the different parts of Memorial Medical Center, became a the world. She is also engaged in travelling fellow at the nagoya , Ja- ••• embroidery and enjoys cooking for pan. And had fellowship training in her family. A special way to relax and Joint Reconstructive Surgery at NUH, Page 14 The Physician

exposed to the danger of sporadic fighting between the government Know your Governor… forces and the NPA. Even now, as the owner of a hospital in Jordan Plains, By: Maria Corazon S. Maglaya, MD Novaliches, she renders free medical services and gives livelihood training He has always been busy sharing to residents in the depressed area his expertise at the MMS Medical near her hospital. Dr. Cherry has Indigency Clinic, giving lectures been among the selfless volunteers about dermatology, treating patients for the PMA medical missions when with skin problems, and doing minor typhoons like Ondoy, Pedring, Kiel surgery during summers. At present, and the habagat brought massive he is the administrative officer of the flood not only in NCR but in nearby Manila Medical Society building at areas. M. dela Fuente, Sampaloc, Manila, the permanent home of the MMS. Dr. Cherry enjoys dancing and traveling. She believes that there is Dr. Lucky has been active in the always a silver lining on the horizon. PMA in various capacity including being the Secretary-General in 1995- ••• 1997. His final PMA advocacy, as Dr. Lakandula A. Elayda, or Lucky Chairman of the PMA Building Plan, to his friends and colleagues, is no is to maximize the economic poten- stranger to the job as PMA governor tials of the PMA property. being a third termer governor of Manila. He is an active member of ••• the Manila Medical Society (MMS), Dr. Jose C. Rabe, Boy to his fam- the first and oldest medical society of ily, relatives and friends in Bicol, Joe the Philippines. to his friends in Manila and Tatay to his sons and grandchildren, is an Dr. Lucky is happily married to active member of the Medical Sally, a registered nurse and home Society maker, they are blessed with three children: Nitela Grace, who followed Dr. Joe originally wanted to be a the footsteps of her dad and became Dr. Rosario B. Cruz-Dalida, or surgeon and first applied for a sur- a doctor with a diplomate in clinical Cherry to her friends, is an active gery training program in the USA and cosmetic dermatology, Francis, member of the Quezon City Medical and several years later in Rizal Medi- an executive of Accenture Interna- Society. She is happily married to cal Center. But things did not work as tional, and Hazel May, a lawyer. All Eng. Anacleto Dalida, a practicing he planned. He decided he would the three children are married and Civil Engineer and they are blessed just concentrate his energies to gen- have given Dr Lucky and Sally a total with one child, who decided to follow eral practice and he was able to start of nine grandchildren. He enjoys lis- the footsteps of her mother and be- a 10-bed capacity hospital in Taguig. tening to classical music, playing came a physician. His efforts to improve the hospital golf, and of course, doing APOstolate paid off and he was able to expand duties with his grandchildren. Her love of the Filipino was it to a 25-bed facility in 5 years. shown very early in her medical ca- Hard work and good business sense He is a practicing Family physi- reer. While most young doctors pre- enabled him to build a 50-bed cian and dermatologist, a Fellow of ferred to have their “rural” assign- capacity hospital in Paranaque and the Philippine Academy of Family ments in the urban setting, Dr. he named it South Superhighway Physicians (PAFP) and the founding Cherry volunteered to go to some Medical Center. president of the Philippine Academy towns in Samal Island - towns where of Clinical and Cosmetic Dermatol- there was no electricity nor potable He is happily married to Dr. ogy (PACCD). He is also a retired water, the means of transportation Erlinda Cruz-Rabe of Taguig and they OB-Gyn practitioner. was a carabao or a horse and was have been blessed with three sons Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 15

Dr. Jose C. Rabe, from page 14... footsteps of his parents and became Originally from Manila, Dr. An- a doctor. nette transferred to Tanauan then and seven grandchildren. Joser, their eventually to , the home- second child followed the footsteps Dr. Vincent is one of MVMS town of her husband, Dr. Ricardo of Dr. Joe and became a doctor. members who regularly helps in the Macayaon, and where they are both medical missions conducted by the currently employed as Medical Spe- Dr Joe doesn‟t believe so much society as well as by the Rotary Club cialist II at the Marinduque Provincial in joining organizations, but he is a of , the club where he has Hospital. Dr. Annette and her hus- member of BCBP (a group of Chris- served as president. He is also very band were classmates in Pamantasan tian Businessman and Professional active in the Church. He serves as a ng Lungsod ng Maynila College of Organization) holding the breakfast extraordinary minister of the Holy Medicine (PLM-CM) and had their every Saturday and talking about Eucharistic at the Immaculate Con- residency training (abeit in different religious matters. cepcion and he is an Apostolic Coun- fields) in Ospital ng Maynila Medical cil member of the Saint Francis of Center. They have been blessed with When asked what is his advo- Assisi Marriage Encounter Commu- one child, a daughter, who is now in cacy, this was his reply: “I just want nity. her teen-age years. to be a good doctor, polishing my ability everyday thru experience. I Dr. Vincent enjoys singing and Participating in its community promised to myself that I must serve, dancing and is a pilar of the Tribung outreach projects of the La Consola- help the hungry and the poor and to Marikina, the cultural group of the cion College Mendiola Manila Alumni build a legacy for myself which will be MVMS, not just because he is the Association and the PLM-CM Medical a reference for future generations”. tallest member of the group but be- Alliance Rendering Service for Fel- cause he is one of the members will- lowmen and conducting regular free ••• ing to spend hours practicing when- obstetrics and gynecology ultra- ever the group is called upon to per- sound, pap smear examinations dur- form as a representative of the ing annual POGS Buntis Day are MVMS, often times offering their among the ways by which Dra. An- place as a venue for the practice. nette show her compassion for the less fortunate Filipinos. His advocacies include the out of school youth alternative learning Being a POGS accredited trainor Dr. Vincent C. Santos, Vince or system of the Rotary Club and the of midwives in Marinduque in re- Vincent to his family and friends, is prevention of type 2 diabetes, and sponse of POGS to the millenium a fellow of the Philippine College of iodine deficiency goiter. development goal of decreasing ma- Physicians, an Internal Medicine spe- ternal death enables her to push one cialist and an a practicing Endocri- ••• of her advocacies, which is improving nologist. He is an active member not maternal health by education, pro- only of the Marikina Valley Medical moting maternal health, reproductive Society but of several specialty and care and prevention of complications. subspecialty societies such as Philip- pine Thyroid Association (he is a for- Because of her utmost respect to mer president), Asia Oceania Thyroid the Philippine Medical Association, Association, International Council for she would like to promote its good the Control Of Iodine Deficiency Dis- Dr. Annette Magno-Macayaon, name and purpose to as many physi- orders, Philippine Society Of Endo- Annette to her friends and col- cians of the country with the hope of crine and Metabolism and the Ma- leagues, is an Obstetrics and Gyne- illiciting same loyalty to this honor- rikina Chapter of the Philippine Col- cology practitioner with a subspe- able association, an advocacy whish lege of Physicians. she plans to do by being a role cialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology He is happily married to Dr. Eula Ultrasound. She is a fellow of the model through obedience and good governance using strong faith to God Martha E. Santos, whom he met dur- POGS and PSUOG and a member of and sincere dedication to her role to ing their residency training in Jose R. the International Society of Ultra- Reyes Memorial Medical Center. sound in Obstetrics and Gynecology. her family and the society.

They are blessed with only one child, She is an active member of the ••• Vincent, who decided to follow the Marinduque Medical Society.

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Know your Governor… By: Erlinda G. Delos Reyes, MD Dr. Ramon C. Echano, Jr, who is called Mon by friends and colleagues, Council, Aklan Blood Coordinating is the governor for the Bicol Region. He Council, Kool Earth Inc. Soroptimist is an active member of the Camarines Int'l., Catholic Women's League. Norte Medical Society and a practicing Awards: Most Outstanding Physician- Internist and is presently a Medical 2007-2008 Officer IV at the Bicol Sanitarium, Cabusao, . ••• Education: Elem Education: Polo Dr. Mon is married to Claribel F. Elem School - Polo, Banga, Aklan High Echano, a registered nurse from School: Northwestern Visayan Colleges Alangilan, City and they have - , Aklan College: Pre-Medicine - been blessed with five (5) children: University of the East, Manila - 1965- Francine Isabelle, Chloe Alessandra, 1969, BS Biology - University of the Gwen Carmela, Aldrich Russel Josh and East, Manila - 1969-1970, Medicine Josmon Charles F. Echan. Proper - UE Ramon Magsaysay Memo- Professional background: Graduate rial Medical Center 1970 - 1974 Post of the Cebu Institute of Medicine, Class His care for others was greatly Graduate Internship- 1974 - 1975 - ‟72 Trained at the Cebu Maternity Hos- manifested during the typhoon Veterans Memorial Medical Center. pital and at the Cebu Doctors‟ Hospital „Yolanda‟ and his service did not go Examination Passed: Passed the Medical (Exchange residency consortium) for unnoticed. He was given certificate of Board Examination - 1975.Passed the OB-GYN. Diplomate of the Philippine Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology recognition by the DOH as one of the Medical specialty Qualifying Exam in Pediatrics given by DOH - 1989. Passed (PBOG),November, 1981. Fellow of the Unsung Heroes “Typhoon Yolanda Re- the Diplomate Examination in Family Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecologi- sponders” and by the PMA as Medical Medicine given by PAFP - 1999. cal Society, May, 1982, Philippine Col- Volunteer for Yolanda Victims. Employment History: Resident- Galang lege of Surgeons, December, 1982 and

Maternity Hospital-'1976 -1977 Junior Philippine Society for Gynecologic En- His advocacies include Expanded Resident-> Medical Specialist II - Aklan doscopy, April 6, 2008. Practice: Obstet- Primary Care for Healthier Philippines, Provincial Hospital now DRSTMH - rics and Gynecology and Gynecologic and Coalition Against Corruption. He 1977 - 1993 Private Practice in Family Endoscopy. Member of the Active Staff also believes that the Local Govern- Medicine - 1993 to present. Profes- of the following institutions: Cebu Doc- ment Code of 1991 (RA 7160) should sional Trainings: In service Training in tors‟ University Hospital, Chong Hua exclude the health and social services. Pediatrics - 6 mos , DOH – 1985 Hyper- Hospital, Perpetual Succour Hospital,

tension Training - one week, PSH - Visayas Community Medical Center ••• 2007. Professional Memberships: Mem- and Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical ber & Past Vice President, President & Center (Under the One-peso a year Board of Director of PAFP, Aklan chap- status). Has held chairmanship in the ter, Life Member of Aklan Medical Soci- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecol- ety, Past President of Aklan Medical ogy in the following institutions: Cebu Society - 2000 - 2002; 2008-2009, Past Doctors‟ University Hospital – 2005- "Effective leadership is not Board of Director, PRO of Aklan Medi- 2008, Cebu Community Hospital (now about making speeches or cal society, Certified Family Physician - VCMC) - 1984 -1987 and North Gen- 1993, Fellow PAFP-2004, Fellow Life eral Hospital, 2008-2010. Associate being liked; leadership is PAFP-2009, Member - Phil Society of Professor of the following: Associate defined by results not Hypertension- 2007, Member- Founda- Professor of the following: Cebu Doctors tion for Lay Health Education - 2010. University College of Medicine and attributes." - Peter Drucker Radio Anchor - every Sunday: Health current Chair of the Department of Line - Radio Bombo-2001 to present, Obstetrics and Gynecology Gullas Col- PHO Radio Health Program - DYRU - lege of Medicine, Cebu Institute of 2007 to present. Non-Government Medicine (on leave). Past president Organization Memberships: Aklan TB of Cebu Medical Society – 1988-89, Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 17

Dr. Florencia T. Miel, from page 16..

Philippine College of Surgeons, Cebu- Eastern Visayas Chapter, 1998-99. PCS Governor – 1999-2001; Regional Direc- Know your Governor… tor, POGS, 2002. President of the Zonta By: Sol Veronica E. Bagaipo, MD Club of Cebu II, 2006-2008; Area 3 Director of the Zonta International Dis- trict 17 – 2010-2012 whose advocacy Northern Mindanao Chapter of the is in the improvement of the status of Philippine Society of Otolaryngology women, Advocacy against VAWC Head and Neck Surgery as well as the (Violence Against Women and Chil- Philippine Society of Medical Special- dren). Member of the Committee on ists Inc. GBV (Gender-Based Violence) of the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecologi- Aside from professional organiza- cal Society chaired by Dr. Lyra Ruth tions, he is very much in touch with his th Chua. Current Area 3 District 17 Zonta social/civic organizations being a 4 International Co-chair for Advocacy degree member of the Knights of Co- Member of the Current Board of the lumbus and being an involved in the Zonta Club of Cebu II. Member of the Brotherhood of Christian Businessman Board of Directors, Cebu Doctors Uni- and Professionals. versity and the Cebu Doctors; Univer- sity Hospital. Member, Board of Direc- He is actively practicing his EENT tors, Cebu Woman‟s Club. specialty at Clinica Legaspi, City and as Medical Specialist II at the ••• Medical Center.

It is interesting to know that he holds close into his heart the mantras “ Be honest and do what is right” and Dr. Ed has his roots back up North, “Think and do things that we can con- where his parents, Mr. Severino and Ms trol, and let go of things we can not”. It Isabel Legaspi are from. His parents is a small wonder then that as a physi- come from Calasiao, Pangasinan but, cian he believes that a physician must Born in Merida, on April 24, like many from the North, have found give the best service to every patient 1950. Consistent honor student from their homes in the South. Dr. Ed was regardless of social status. He is lov- elementary to high school. Magna Cum born in Pagadian, Zamboanga del Sur ingly taken cared of by his wife, Car- Laude in BS Biology. Doctor of Medi- on July 19, 1958. mencita and has three children, a boy cine - Southwestern University College and two girls. of Medicine. Residency Training – Beth- He studied in Pagadian City Pilot any Hospital and Daniel Z. Romualdez School during his grade school and With Dr. Edgar Legaspi as gover- Hospital, City. In Private Prac- had his high school studies in Holy nor, the physicians of Western Min- tice from 1979 up to present. President Child Academy, also in Pagadian. He danao Region have another passionate PMWA Ormoc Chapter President , 1988 had his preparatory medicine in Uni- leader to represent them in the PMA - 1990. Recipient of numerous awards, versity of Santo Tomas and proceeded Board of Governors. so far the most number for Ormoc into Medicine in the same institution. Chapter. President Ormoc City Medical He graduated from UST as a Doctor of ••• Society 1990-1994. Most awarded Medicine in 1983. OCMS President. To date the first and the only recipient of the PMA Leader- Dr. Ed proceeded to have his spe- ship Award (Icasiano) for Region VIII. cialty training in Eye, Ear, Nose and MOP – 1995 & 1998; Hippocrates Throat at the Rizal Medical Center from Awardee (local) by the APMA – Ormoc 1986-1990. He became a Diplomate in Chapter 1998; PMA Governor Region Ophthalmology in 1990. He is an active VIII – 2008-2010; Officer of the Life member of our PMA, and an en- Dr. Ruben Go is not a newbie in Philippine National Red Cross, Ormoc thusiastic member of the Philippine the PMA board of governors having Academy of Ophthalmology, Zambo- served as a governor several years continued on page 17…. anga del Sur Medical Association, the back. And he remained a very active Page 18 The Physician

Dr. Ruben Go, from page 17... Foremost in her list is to further Norte, an Associate Provincial Prosecu- strengthen component societies by tor of and a Medical member even if he no longer sat in the ensuring unity and encouraging mem- specialist 1 in the City Re- board by contributing what he can in bers to be properly accounted for and gional Health Office 12. the pursuit of righteousness. that membership should be through area of practice and not residency. In- He is married to Hadji Shania Dr. Ruben hails from Jimalulud, volvement of the component societies Abbas, an educator. . He had his college in in the health related programs of the Siliman University and graduated as a local governments comes second in He is now a Presiding Judge at the physician from Cebu Institute of Medi- her list. She believes that by doing so, 9th MCTC, Wao-Amai Manalibang , cine. He further specialized in family the PMA and the nation itself will move Lanao del Sur and a Professor in Foren- medicine, passing the PAFP specialty towards one common goal. sic Medicine and Criminal Law at the board in 1992 and has a subspecialty in Mindanao State University. industrial medicine. He is also a very With the fast changing times, it is active member of the Philippine Hospi- also her hope that the PMA will be His civic duties are highlighted by tal Association with de Oro‟s abreast with all the changes by making his active involvement in Radjah Inda- largest private tertiary hospital, the it more relevant to the practice of each raptra Lodge 387 of Free and Accepted Polymedic General Hospital and the and every member and that by the Masons and in Maranaw Law Advo- Polymedic Medical Plaza, under his leadership of the PMA, an integrated cates. It comes as no surprise then that care. His practice ran a span of 35 years health professional service will be pos- he has his zeal on “Effective and speedy and counting. sible. This also includes the leadership delivery of health services and speedy of the PMA in ushering changes and administration of justice as the key to He is married to a physician, Dr. providing safety nets in the eventual attaining sustained peace and develop- Josephine Goking-Go . They have three ASEAN integration of the practice of ment”. children who are also active physicians Medicine. in - Dr. Judee Ann Go- See, Dr. Rubee Ann Go-Gotil and Dr. It is every dedicated PMA mem- ••• Joseph Reuben Go. He is already a ber‟s desire that these lofty goals be grandfather to six grandchildren. realised soon.

Aside from watching movies, Dr. ••• Ruben loves to travel and Italy was the last that he visited.

He is one doctor in Cagayan de Allow me to be a bit nostalgic Oro many look up to, not only in his here, because I had the chance to sit practice, but also in his desire to guide with him as member of the board in people into the right path. 2010-2011. And he is one gentleman, a

This year, the PMA Board of Gov- kind you need to meet at least once in He is an active member of his ernors, is once again fortunate to have your lifetime. component society, the Misamis Orien- Dr. Osop Abbas who is both a physi- tal Medical Society (MOMS). So for the cian and a lawyer. Looking at his Dr. Bernie is a veteran, having sat members of PMA in Northern Min- achievements and experiences, it is in the PMA Board of Governors for danao, you can sit well knowing that easy to tell that what we have now, as several terms. In as far how the dynam- your voices will be heard and repre- both doctor and a lawyer, is the real ics of the PMA Board is concerned, he sented in the present board. deal. is a wealth of knowledge. I am sure he

is not only an active member of our ••• Dr. Abbas had his Degree in organization but also a very productive Bachelors of Science in Far Eastern leader in his own right. Here‟s why. University, and Doctor of Medicine

from Southwestern University MHAM College of Medicine. He had his Master Dr. Bernie had his degree in Doc- in Public Administration at the Bukid- tor of Medicine at Far Eastern Univer- non State University and his Bachelor sity in 1961. He has been a City Health of Laws at the Mindanao State Univer- Officer in for twelve years, This year is the second and last sity. has been a Regional Health Director for term of Dr. Malou. And she has high Region (Cebu) for seven years and Di- hopes not only for Southeastern Min- Practising both professions, he has rector of Biological Production Service danao but for the whole PMA as well. been a Mayor of Pantar, Lanao del for seven years as well. Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 19

Dr. Bernardo T. Mora Jr., from page 18... NEWS IN ACTION Aside from being a physician, he has been elected as Surigao City Councilor for three terms, from 1998 to 2007. He now sits as a Board of Director of the Surigao Metropolitan Water District. He has his hands full with civic duties as well being presi- dent for Surigao Nickel Jaycees and Surigao City Rotary Club at different times. He is a Family Planning advo- The PMA Board of Governors on their first regular board meeting and the PMA cate being the National President of National Orientation and Leadership Seminar held at Sarrosa International Hotel and Family Planning Organization of the Residential Suites, Cebu City. Philippines for several terms.

On top of his professional achievements, he is married to an equally engaging person, Dr. Vicky Espina Mora, an obstetrician gynae- Dr. Maria Minerva P. Calimag, PMA Presi- cologist and his classmate in FEU. dent delivering her message during the They are blessed with an enterprising PMA National Orientation and Leadership son, Pedro Valentino, who manages Seminar at Sarrosa International Hotel the Animo Marketing Inc. and Residential Suites, Cebu City

Welcome back Dr. Bernie.

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Dr. Eliza D. Laurente, from page 17...

Chapter; Officer of the Ormoc City Host Lion‟s Club. President – Ormoc Involved in Paramedic Services, the PMA President Dr. Maria Minerva P. Cali- The PRC Chairman Hon. Florentino C. laboratory arm of Ormoc Maternity mag with PMA Secretary General Dr. Doble, MD with the PRC Board of Medi- and Children‟s Hospital from 1997 up Marianne L. Ordoñez-Dobles and former cine posing with the PMA National Offi- to present. Past President – Ormoc PMA Governor for Quezon City Region Dr. cers and the winners of the PRC 4th Eric Scholarship Builders, 2007-2011; Ma. Realiza G. Henson with PRC Chair- Nubla Award Dr. Maria Rosario Z. Board Member – Sanctus Vincenzus man Hon. Dr. Florentino C. Doble, Dr. Ma. Capeding Scholarship Foundation, 2008 up to Victoria M. Abesamis (2nd from Left) Final- present. At present – PMA District ist for Most Outstanding Professional in Governor, 2015-2016 Medicine and Dr. Maria Rosario Z. Caped- ing (3rd from Left) winner of the 4th PRC ••• Eric Nubla Award 2015. Given during the PRC 2015 Awards Night, June 18, 2015 at the Manila Hotel

"A leader is one who knows the way, goes The PMA President Dr. Maria Minerva Calimag and PMA Secretary General Dr. the way, and shows Marianne L. Ordoñez-Dobles with the the way" representatives of specialty societies and

the PHA President Dr. Ruben Flores - John Maxwell during their meeting with the DOH Secretary Hon. Dr. Janette Loreto-Garin. Page 20 The Physician

At present, she is the Head, Department of Microbiology Research lnstitute for Tropical Medicine, Medical Specialist Ill, Pediatric and lnfectious Disease Consultant Medical Department, Research lnstitute for Tropical Medicine, Head, Section of lnfectious Diseases, Department of “Happiness is not in the mere possession of Dating back in June of 1995, after Pediatrics, Asian Hospital and Medical money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in successfully passing the written Center, Consultant, Department of the thrill of creative effort.” Pediatrics Manila Doctors Hospital. ― Franklin D. Roosevelt Diplomate board exam in Anesthesiology, I am lucky to have met As a dedicated worker, she also got herself involved in various Because every man is the artisan a respected physician named Rose, as she is fondly called, in Alabang organizational activities: Course of his own fortune, it is a fact that Director, Third Country Training Medical Clinic where we both work as majority of the great achievers possess Programme in Acute Respiratory consultants. She is simple, humble, and the correspondence of mind and lnfections sponsored by the Japanese assuming the stance of a true reality, i.e. when the mind has the lnternational Cooperation Agency professional with integrity and th same form as reality, by their own (JICA), Overall Chair, 10 Philippine character. During those days, I already wisdom and effort the truth prevails. A National lmmunization Conference, knew that she has a knack and interest RITM 7th Postgraduate Course, and true worthy accomplishment are those in research work. Overall Chair, Pediatric lnfectious intended for a better purpose, where Disease Society of the Philippines action follows belief and when the Rose is married to Leo J. Capeding, (PIDSP) 22nd Annual Convention. intention sincerely arises from the D. Ed., University Guidance Counselor, heart. These are just few of the many University of the Philippines Manila Rose is not only a private reasons why I believe in the Latin and a doting mother of three well- practitioner but also a member of phrase “Labor Omnia Vincit”, which mannered gentlemen namely, Theo various local and international organizations; Philippine Medical means “Hard Work Conquers All”. And Prudencio Juhani (Medical lntem, UP- Association, Philippine Pediatric nothing can really be achieved without PGH), Leo Angelo (AB in Digital Film Making, De la Salle - College of St. Society, Pediatric lnfectious Disease hard work. Benilde), and Joseph Mari (Legal Society of the Philippines, Philippine Foundation for Vaccination, Philippine Management, Ateneo de Manila “Happiness is not in the mere possession of Society for Microbiology and University). Current affiliations are: money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in lnfectious Diseases, National Research the thrill of creative effort.” Department of Microbiology Research Council of the Philippines, ― Franklin D. Roosevelt lnstitute for Tropical Medicine (RITM), lmmunization Partners in Asia Pacific, FCC, Alabang, City, Asian Society for Pediatric lnfectious Let us all remember that Philippines and Asian Hospital and Disease, International Society for we grow in the esteem of Medical Center. Infectious Diseases, lnternational the future generations Society for Tropical Pediatrics, and conquering darkness She finished B.S. Pre-Med. Cum American Academy of Pediatrics, and by science is one of the Laude at Velez College, Cebu City, European Society of Pediatric boldest thing to do in Doctor of Medicine, Cebu lnstitute lnfectious Diseases. A truly devoted search for an answer. Blessed is our of Medicine, Cebu City, Philippines, paediatrician, Rose is also a member: colleague woman achiever who finds and Residency training in Pediatrics at Technical Committees scientific wisdom in devoting herself for excellence, Manila Doctors Hospital. Other Organizations, WHO Regional the second physician to date to receive the trainings; receptorship in Bacteriology Verification Commission for Measles most coveted Eric Nubla award bestowed Helsinki University, Central Hospital, Elimination in the Western Pacific by the Philippine Regulations Commission Helsinki, Finland, Research Fellowship Region, ASEAN Member States (PRC), my dear colleagues, let us get to Dengue Vaccination Advocacy Steering in Clinical Microbiology National Public know the awardee herself, Dr. Maria Committee (ADVASC), World Society Health lnstitute, Helsinki, Finland, Rosario Zeta Capeding. for Pediatric lnfectious Diseases Fellowship in lnfectious Diseases, UP- (WSPlD), Denguev2V, lnvasive PGH, and Research lnstitute for BacterialVaccine Preventable Disease Our culture has created two almost Tropical Medicine (RITM). As a full (IB-VPD) Surveillance, DOHA/VHO irreconcilable descriptions of a 'good pledged paediatrician, Rose is a Fellow, Program, Reviewer for Scientific woman.' The first is the individual Philippine Pediatric Society (PPS), achiever; the second, the self-sacrificing Journals/Health Researches, Journal of domestic goddess. Diplomate, Philippine Pediatric Society, lnfectious Diseases University of ― Martha Beck and Fellow, Pediatric lnfectious Disease Washington School of Medicine USA, Society of the Philippines (PIDSP). PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 21

Researches of Philippine Council for vaccine, which is reconstituted from demonstrated professional Health Research and Development Diphtheria-Tetanus-whole cell Pertussis competence of the highest degree (pCHRD), Pediatric lnfectious Disease -Hepatitis B and Haemophilus and conducted herself with integrity Society of the Philippines Journal, Influenzae type B (tetanus toxoid in the exercise of her profession as Scientific Courses training Workshop/ conjugate) just before intramuscular an accomplished Pediatrician, Consultative Meetings, Pediatric injection) in healthy infants at six, ten infectious disease specialist and a medical researcher, highly regarded Pneumococcal Disease in the Asia and fourteen weeks of age, August by his peers and recognized in the Pacific Region and lts Prevention by 2013 - February 2014, A phase lll, Open medical community she serves with Vaccination Seoul Korea, Preventing -label, randomized parallel-group study on the immunogenicity and safety of an unblemished professional Pneumococcal Disease in Children, Quinvaxem@ (DTwP-HepB-Hib) in reputation. For the past thirty (30) Asia Pacifc Advisory Board Bangkok, Uniject@ with Quinvaxem@ monodose years, Dr. Maria Rosario Zeta Capeding Thailand, Clinical lnvestigators Meeting vials in healthy infants at 6, 10 and 14 has engaged in significant researches on Safety Lyon, France and so many weeks of age, September 2013 - March that impacted positively in safeguarding more. 2014, 43 Safety and lmmunogenicity of public health. She holds various posts at Two Doses of Oral Cholera Vaccine the Research lnstitute for Tropical “Only those who dare to fail greatly can (ShancolrM) in Subjects Aged 1 Year Medicine (RITM) as Head of the ever achieve greatly.” Department of Microbiology, ― Robert F. Kennedy and Older in the Phillippines April 2014 - October 2014, Efficacy and Safety of a Consultant in Pediatric and lnfectious Novel Tetravalent Dengue Vaccine in Disease of the Medical Department and A woman of action, this charming Health Children Aged 2 to 14 Years in Head of the Dengue Study Group. She paediatrician also garnered the Asia June 201 '1 – present, A also serves in private medical following awards: Philippine Medical Prospective Study of Dengue Virus institutions such as Asian Hospital and Association (PMA), 23rd Dr. Jose P. lnfection During lnfancy to Define Medical Center (Head of Section of Rizal Memorial Award for Research Correlates of Protective lmmunity lnfectious Diseases of the Department (2014), Top Women in Biotech 2014, National lnstitutes for Health. August of Pediatric and Manila Doctors Awarded by Fierce Biotech, Paper of 2012- present, A Prospective, Hospital (Consultant of the Department the Year 2014, awarded by Multicenter, Comparative, Open-label, of Pediatric). Dr. Capeding earned a lnternational Society for Vaccines, and Randomized Phase lll Study to Assess degree in Medicine, Residency in Recognition for her Outstanding Pediatrics, and a Fellowship in lnfectious lmmunogenicity and Safety of Leadership in Cultural, Civic, Social Diseases from the leading medical LBVP0101-01 {fully liquid pentavalent and Religious Activities of the institutions in the Philippines. She also vaccine, Diphtheria-Tetanus-whole cell community, awarded by the received her Research Fellowship in Pertussis-Hepatitis B-Haemophilus Sangguniang Bayan of Basey, Clinical Microbiology and Preceptorship influenza type B (Tetanus toxiod thru a Municipal Council Resolution in Bacteriology from Helsinki, Finland conjugate)) compared with Euforavac- (Resolution no. 15, February 7, 2011. and for the aforementioned trainings HibTM {reconstituted pentavalent and accomplishments, (2) She vaccine,, Diphtheria-Tetanus whole Cell participated meaningfully in “If you can't do great things, do small Pertussis_Hepatitis B and Haemophilus professional activities through the things in a great way.” influenza type b (tetanus toxoid ― Napoleon Hill professional organizations, (3) She conjugate)) in Healthy lnfants contributed significantly to the (LGVPCL003) October 2014 – Present, A Having a pull toward research and advancement of the profession, and Phase lll, Stratified, Randomized, training, she practically spent almost lastly (4) She contributed Observer Blind, Controlled, Multicenter her entire career for it. She did a lot of significantly to the effective Clinical Study to Evaluate the Safety, contributions to the advancement of discharge of the profession’s social and lmmunogenicity and Efficacy of an the medical profession by making responsibility through meaningful Adjuvanted Quadrivalent Subunit herself devotedly involved in research contribution/participation in socio – Influenza Virus Vaccine Compared to works published in local and related activities. international journals. To mention a Non-Adjuvanted Comparator lnfluenza few of her 184 latest original articles Vaccine in Children > 6 to < 72 Months In behalf of the executive and reviews with which some are of Age, February 2015 – Present. officers and board of governors of currently ongoing: A prospective, the Philippine Medical Association, multicentre, comparative, open label, “Only those who attempt the absurd allow me to extend my sincere randomized phase Ill study to can achieve the impossible.” congratulations to you Dr. Maria ― Albert Einstein Rosario Z. Capeding! assess immunogenicity and safety of LBVP0101fiully liquid pentavalent vaccine, Diphtheria-Tetanus-whole cell Dr. Maria Rosario Z. Capeding was “Never throughout history has a man who Pertussis-Hepatitis B-Haemophilus the recipient of the most coveted Eric lived a life of ease left a name worth remembering.” Influenzae type B (tetanus toxoid Nubla Award by the Philippine ― Theodore Roosevelt conjugate)) compared with Euforvac- Regulations Commission for the HibTM {reconstituted pentavalent following reasons: (1) She amply ••• Page 22 The Physician

and avoid unwanted doctor prescrip- The Philippine Code of Business Ethics tions in exchange for entitlements (monetary and the like); gifts; enter- in the Biopharmaceutical, Herbal and tainment and privileges as well as Medical Device Sector junket trips abroad disguised as legiti- mate CME activities. By Arthur Toloza Catli, MD We are all winners here because In the latter part of 2011, during business ecosystem. APEC member right away, we weed out undesirable the APEC Summit in Honolulu, Pres. economies realized that corruption is industry players engaged in corrup- Benigno Simeon Aquino III signed two an obstacle to economic growth. The tion and bribery; we indirectly curtail documents that endorse guidelines, Pharmaceutical Industry is seen as a the abusive behavior and practices of which aim to promote the creation of sector in need of this intervention. some of our colleagues who only think voluntary codes of business ethics in of self entitlement and self profit at the Biopharmaceutical and Medical A case in point therefore declares the expense not only of the patients devices sector. They are later to be that these guidelines target to regulate but also the credibility of the Medical known as the (MCP) and the Pharmaceutical, Herbal and Medi- Profession as well. They totally under- Kuala Lumpur Principles (KLP) re- cal Device Industry, NOT the Medical mine the Hippocratic oath they swore spectively. It is worth saying that at Profession. These guidelines latch on to uphold. In this context, everybody is the forefront in the drafting of the the premise that “Appropriate and a casualty. We lose our character as an MCP, representing the Philippines is Ethical interactions between Industry upright human being. No wonder our Dr. Francisco Tranquilino from the and the Healthcare Providers (HCPs) profession continues to be unjustly Philippine College of Physicians. help ensure that medical decisions are accused of easy corruptibility and ridi- made in the best interest of patients.” culed of tax evasion. Do we not adhere In 2013 and 2014, the Philippine to or much less know the PMA Code of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) The six basic principles being es- Ethics? issued memorandum circulars that poused in these guidelines include: th formally adopts the two guidelines Healthcare and Patient focus, integ- During the 108 PMA Annual and shall ultimately lead to the draft of rity, independence of HCPs from un- Convention held at the grand Ball- an Administrative Order from the due influence, legitimate intent to do room of the Marriott Hotel, this ad- DOH. what is right and avoidance of con- ministration, thankfully, cognizant of flicts of interest, transparency and the importance of the concept of integ- The medical community initially accountability. All of these are geared rity of the Filipino Physician both as received this development with con- towards guiding the pharmaceutical Healer and professional, initiated the cern, amidst the confusion of misinfor- industry in appropriate and ethical PMA member commitment to the mation, the lack of clarity on issues practices that involve: Interactions ”Ethos of the Philippine Medical Asso- pertinent to the intent of the guide- with HCPs; Promotional Information ciation”. It stipulates adherence to the lines as the promulgation of the AO and Activities; drug safety; Sponsor- tenets of the Physician Oath of Hippo- will have an impact to existing dynam- ships of HCPs to Symposia and Con- crates; commitment to the primary mission of the physician as healer; ics of interaction and engagement be- gresses; Validity of Informational nurture, strengthen and uphold the tween the pharmaceutical industry Presentations by Company Represen- PMA Code of ethics; and recognize and the doctors. There were even alle- tatives; Entertainment; Educational that each of us must ensure the best gations that CME activities that are Items and Gifts; Support for Continu- interest of the patient. customarily supported by drug com- ing Medical Education, Drug Samples; panies shall be adversely affected. Consultant and Speaker Arrange- In this age wherein all fall under ments; Compliance Procedures and the microscopic scrutiny of the public Consistent with the pre-requisites Responsibilities of the pharmaceutical through social media, we should close of establishing a formidable regional industry; Appropriate Conduct and ranks and undertake measures that trade bloc through the Asia Pacific Training of Company Representatives; raise ourselves to a higher form of self Economic Cooperation (APEC) and the Public Sector (Government) Relations worth and affirmation, not just for ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA), and Procurement; Ethical Clinical Tri- show and lip service but simply be- breaking down trade barriers while als; Industry Donations for Charitable cause it is the right thing to do. We are ensuring the protection of Small and Purposes; Industry’s involvement with used to making hard decisions, let us Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is of para- Patient Organizations. decide to “find ourselves by losing our- mount priority. In order to achieve selves in the service of others”. Let us this, it has been established that an Ultimately, these principles aim to band together as ONE PMA. essential strategy would be to ensure provide the Filipino patient access to a corrupt – free and ethics based safe, effective and quality medicines ••• Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 23

investigation, Suspected Influenza-like Illness, Severe Acute Respiratory Infec- Of Camels and Desserts : MERS-CoV tion (SARI), Suspected MERS-CoV Case, By Mechael Angelo G. Marasigan , MD Probable MERS-CoV Case and Con- firmed MERS-CoV Case. A "PUI" is a person with sudden onset of fever and would probably transmit the disease cough or sore throat or diarrhea in the especially under nosocomial settings absence of other diagnoses, AND with history of travel from Arabian Peninsula Picture a middle aged Arabian, rather than in the community. or neighboring countries within 14 taking a leisurely ride on a dromedary days OR a person who visited any camel's back one arid late afternoon in The Philippines' first case was in health care facility with a known MERS- Sahara. In a matter of days, this man February this year, a nurse who worked CoV OR any health care worker with would consult a downtown Medical in Saudi Arabia. She was quarantined signs and symptoms of severe acute Center not because of symptoms refer- for 14 days, and had recovered from respiratory infection (SARI). A "Suspect rable to his long standing emphysema the illness. Secretary of Health Dr Case" is a symptomatic person with but a flu like illness, this time with more Janette Loreto Garin have declared history of travel and suspicion of pronounced cough and a difficulty of Philippines MERS-CoV-free only until pulmonary parenchymal disease breathing. His pulmonologist would July when a second case of a 36 year (pneumonia or acute respiratory dis- definitely start anti microbials for Pneu- old foreigner from Dubai tested posi- tress syndrome based on clinical or monia but would not suspect a novel tive for the virus. He was subjected to radiological evidence of consolidation) disease enfolding, and might miss the standard observation and testing, and AND not already explained by any plausible diagnosis if there was a was recently discharged from the Re- other infection or etiology, including all strong index of suspicion. search Institute for Tropical Medicine clinically indicated tests for community (RITM) in Muntinlupa. acquired pneumonia. A "Probable

On September 2012, the Arabian Case" is a person fitting the definition So what should symptoms need to peninsula was in the news again not of a "Suspect Case" with clinical, radio- be asked to suspect a probable MERS- because of a terror attack, but because logical or histopathological evidence CoV infection? MERS-CoV is a short- of a novel illness that was unprece- of pulmonary parenchymal disease ened name for the Middle East Respi- dented in the annals of medical litera- (pneumonia or ARDS) but no possibility ratory Syndrome Corona Virus, the ture. Aside from Saudi Arabia, cases of laboratory confirmation either be- microbe that have been isolated from were also confirmed in Jordan, United cause the patient or samples are not those afflicted. The corona virus is not Kingdom and Germany, clearly another available or there is no testing available a new virus as it is also responsible for disease that could have been spread by for other respiratory infections, AND travel. In 2013, 7 more countries were the common colds, but have been the close contact with a laboratory con- plague of the 21st Century as it has added to those with reported cases firmed case, and not already explained (Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, United Arab been identified for the controversial by any other infection or etiology, in- Emirates, France, Italy and Tunisia). SARS epidemic of recent times. In the cluding all clinically indicated tests for From 2014 to date, 26 more countries Philippines, the PIDSR (Philippine Inte- community acquired pneumonia have reported MERS-CoV cases, includ- grated Disease Surveillance and Re- (according to local management ing recent ones in Asia (China, Malay- sponse), has released its new Case In- guidelines). A "Confirmed Case" is a sia, Thailand, Philippines) and the US. vestigation Form (CIF) to track possible person with laboratory confirmation of The Republic of South Korea have been cases. The CIF enlists patient profile, infection with MERS-CoV. shaken by this modern virus, killing 27 residence in the Philippines, travel his- victims out of 180 cases, so far the big- tory, overseas employment address, Generally the symptoms are flu- gest outbreak outside Saudi Arabia. countries visited/traveled/worked dur- like just as SARS was, but with a predi- Like all new infections, the mystery ing the last 14 days and exposure his- lection for renal failure, a common remains as how a zoonotic infection tory. In the clinical part, symptoms of sequelae of those dying from this ill- has become an illness with a probable fever (100*F or more), cough, difficulty ness. The profile of those developing human to human transmission. Though of breathing, sore throat, runny nose, serious illness were the elderly, suffer- bats are known reservoir of the virus, pneumonia, chills, chest pain, body ing from a co-morbid disease like dromedary camels, goats, sheeps, and aches, malaise, diarrhea, nausea/ diabetes, chronic lung disease, heart fur bearing mammals are identified as vomiting are asked and elicited. disease, those on organ transplantation possible source of infections through and have cancer hence on immunosup- air, by consuming animal milk or meat. Final classification would fall under pressive treatments. Of the 1374 con- Among those health workers who have 6 categories : PUI or patient under firmed cases worldwide, 490 have died taken care of the confirmed cases, it is investigation, Suspected Influenza-like accounting for a 36% case fatality rate. prudent to say that a close contact In simple terms, 4 out of 10 confirmed Page 24 The Physician

MERS-Cov, from page 23… will succumb MERS-CoV cases will suc- cumb to the illness.

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) has collaboratively expressed no specific treatment for MERS-CoV but only supportive medical care to The Commission on the Continu- 6. Smoking Gun, Smoking Gone: The relieve symptoms, emphasizing pre- ing Medical Education (CME) which is hazards of First, Second and Third vention to limit complications and currently chaired by Dr. Rebecca De- Hand Smoke) sequelae. The travel advisory is to shy duyo and Co-Chaired by Dr. Minerva away from countries with confirmed Calimag together with its members, MENDING (TREATMENT) cases especially if you have a co- namely, Josefina Chikiamco Dizon, MD, 1. MAXI vs MINI (Open/Traditional morbid condition, as it also predis- Alberto De Leon, MD, Janetth B. surgical procedures vs Minimally poses to traveller's diarrhea and flu. Serrano, MD, and Gil Vicente, MD fully Invasive surgery) Frequent hand washing, cough eti- recognize the physician's obligation to quette and proper nutrition can never update his knowledge and practice to 2. Antibiotic Resistance be underemphasized in a highly mobile better provide medical services attuned generation. to the needs of the community and the 3. Hot flashes, hormone replacement

changing times. and menopause issues As a nation ever cautious of natu- ral and man-made calamities in its 4. Forever Young (Medical vs Surgical) Under the tutelage of its Honorary midst, the MERS-CoV scare has been Chair, Ramon F. Abarquez Jr., MD and added to the long list of worries that 5. To cut or not to cut (Foot Ulcers) the Governor-in-charge, Dr. Paul Ruel the average Filipino has to address. Camiña, the Commission on CME has This is understandable as majority of SHARING families hoping to traverse the poverty adopted the "ONE PMA, ONE HEALTH, 1. Medical Professionalism line have a family member who has ONE LIFE" theme and further derived a worked, is currently working and sub-theme "CARING, SHARING AND 2. Rich Doc, Poor Doc (Financial probably applying to work in foreign MENDING" to capture the essence of literary for Medical practitioners) shores, specially in regions closer to providing full medical service vis-à-vis the archipelago such as the Arabian professional development of medical 3. Health vs Wellness (7 Dimensions peninsula. The anxiety of having the practitioners. of Wellness: Emotional, Environ- disease is tantamount to loss of life mental, Intellectual, Occupational, and limb, and the hope for a better In the pipeline for next year's sci- Physical, Spiritual and Social) future for our families. entific sessions are the following very interesting and relevant topics: 3.1 The Doctors Wear Prada: The MERS-CoV is a virus that has (Practical Dressing-Looking Good mutated to exhibit new spectrum of CARING (PREVENTIVE) doesn't have to be expensive) diseases such as SARS and MERS-CoV, 1. G.O.O.D. (Goiter, Osteoporosis, and like the uncanny X-Men, we should Obesity, Diet) HABITS These learning portfolios are very always be vigilant to these diseases. As well-aligned with PMA's vision to foster treatment is still supportive, and a vac- 2. FOTI vs TOFI (Fat Outside, Thin a culture of lifelong learning. Take the cine is yet to be developed, the only Inside vs Thin Outside, Fat Inside) challenge of keeping abreast with the chance for cure is being prepared with new development in the medical field knowledge of this new disease, and 3. Lose muscles, Gain Fats (Age and earn a CME credit today. ever emphasizing the age-old wonders related Sarcopenia) of good nutrition, patient education ••• and early diagnosis and treatment. 4. SELFIE saves lives (importance of These will remain as pillars of health for self BP and blood glucose moni- our patients, and will continue to por- toring) tray doctors as heroes of Generation X. 5. A Stick in Time saves mine (timely ••• vaccination saves lives) Volume XXV, No. 1 Page 25 PMA COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES

COMMISSION ON LEGISLATION COMMITTEE ON AWARDS COMMITTEE ON MEDICAL Filomena S. San Juan, MD Jose Asa Sabili, MD MISSIONS Ferdinand E. Cercenia, MD COMMISSION ON ETHICS COMMITTEE SPECIAL PROJECTS Santiago A. Del Rosario, MD Nenita C. Lee Tan, MD COMMITTEE ON INDIGENCY CLINIC COMMISSION ON CONTINUING COMMITTEE ON AFFILIATE SOCIETIES Domingo C. Pascual Jr., MD MEDICAL ASSOCIATION Ma. Encarnita B. Limpin, MD Rebecca W. Deduyo, MD COMMITTEE ON SPORTS COMMITTEE ON EMERGENCY Alfred Q. Lasala II, MD COMMISSION ON MUTUAL AID AND DISASTER Albert C. Guevarra, MD Hector M. Santos Jr., MD COMMITTEE ON OPINION BUREAU

COMMISSION ON ELECTIONS Ma. Encarnita B. Limpin, MD COMMITTEE ON BY-LAWS AND ADMINISTRATIVE CODE COMMITTEE ON PHIC and HMO COMMISSION ON PROFESSIONAL Bayani B. Tecson, MD Maria Minerva P. Calimag, MD SPECIALIZATION Maria Minerva P. Calimag, MD ADHOC COMMITTEE ON CMAAO COMMITTEE ON INFORMATION Jose Asa Sabili, MD TECHNOLOGY AND COMMISSION ON AUDIT COMPUTERIZATION Teresita Ortin-Oliver, MD COMMITTEE ON PUBLICATIONS Alvin Valeriano B. Marcelo, MD Marianne L. Ordoñez-Dobles, MD COMMITTEE ON FOOD, DRUG COMMITTEE ON NUTRITION AND COSMETICS COMMITTEE ON FOUNDATION DAY Cynthia Cuayo-Juico, MD Sonia E. Bongala, MD Arnel M. Asino, MD COMMITTEE ON PROTOCOL COMMITTEE ON HOSPITALS AND COMMITTEE ON MEDICINE WEEK Marianne L. Ordoñez-Dobles, MD LABORATORIES Carlito P. Pajarillo MD Tomas P. Maramba Jr., MD COMMITTEE ON BIDS AND COMMITTEE ON ANNUAL AWARDS COMMITTEE ON RESEARCH, CONVENTION Salvador G. Silverio, MD EDUCATION & CULTURE Ma. Realiza G. Henson, MD Jose Florencio F. Lapeña Jr., MD COMMITTEE ON DOCTOR’S INN

COMMITTEE ON EXTERNAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE ON MEDIA AFFAIRS Francisco E. San Diego Jr., MD Jose Asa Sabili, MD Ms. Hilda Ong COMMITTEE ON INTERNATIONAL COMMITTEE ON BUDGET AND COMMITTEE ON PHYSICAL PLANT RELATIONS PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT Jose Asa Sabili, MD Albert C. Guevarra, MD Lakandula A. Elayda, MD COMMITTEE ON AUDITORIUM AND COMMITTEE ON FINANCE ADHOC COMMITTEE ON ADVOCACY DOCTOR’S LOUNGE Harry G. Soller, MD AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY Sylvanno T. Agustin, MD Anthony C. Leachon, MD COMMITTEE ON LEGAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE ON LIBRARY AND COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENTAL ARCHIVES COMMITTEE ON MEMBERSHIP HEALTH AND ECOLOGY Santiago A. Del Rosario, MD SERVICES AND DEVELOPMENT Edgardo Ulysses N. Dorotheo, MD Marianne L. Ordoñez-Dobles, MD Page 26 The Physician

PMA 8 SPECIALTY DIVISION PRESIDENTS

By: Philippine Academy of ARNEL M. ASINO, MD Family Physicians Alex J.Bienvenido D. Alip, Jr., MD SPECIALTY SOCIETIES

PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS Philippine College of Hospice and Pallative Medicine Physicians Philippine College of Emergency Medicine Mariano B. Lopez, MD Philippine College of Occupational Medicine

Philippine College of PHILIPPINE COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS Radiology Diabetes Philippines Johanna Patricia A. Cañal, MD Philippine Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine

Philippine College of Chest Physicians

Philippine College of Philippine College of Geriatric Medicine

Philippine Dermatological Society Surgeons Philippine Heart Association Arturo E. Mendoza Jr., MD Philippine Neurological Association

Philippine Psychiatric Association

Philippine Rheumatology Association

Philippine Obstetrical and Philippine Society of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, Inc. Gynecological Society Ditas Cristina D. Decena, MD Philippine Society of Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism

Philippine Society of Gastroenterology

Philippine Society of General Internal Medicine

Philippine Pediatric Society Philippine Society of Nuclear Medicine

Milagros Salvani-Bautista, MD Philippine Society for Hematology and Blood Transfusion

Philippine Society of Medical Oncology

Philippine Society of Microbiology and Infectious Disease Philippine Society of Philippine Society of Nephrology Anesthesiologists Ma. Concepcion L. Cruz, MD PHILIPPINE COLLEGE OF RADIOLOGY

Computed Tomography Magnetic

Philippine Society of Resonance Imaging Society of the Philippines Pathologists Philippine Radiation Oncology Society Januario Antonio D. Veloso Jr., MD Philippine Society of Vascular and Interventional Radiology

Ultrasound Society of the Philippines

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Philippine Urological Association Philippine Society for Developmental and PHILIPPINE COLLEGE OF Surgical Oncology Society of the Philippines Behavioral Pediatrics SURGEONS Philippine Society of Adolescent Medicine

Specialist Academy of Filipino Neurosurgeons PHILIPPINE OBSTETRICAL AND Philippine Society of Newborn Medicine Association of Women Surgeons of the GYNECOLOGICAL SOCIETY Philippines Philippine Society of Pediatric Cardiology Perinatal Association of the Philippines Philippine Academy for Head and Neck Philippine Society of Pediatric Gastroentero- Philippine Society for Cervical Pathology & Surgery, Inc. logy, Hepatology, and Nutrition Coloscopy Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology Philippine Society of Pediatric Metabolism Philippine Society for Gynecologic and Endocrinology Philippine Association of Plastic Endoscopy Foundation Inc. Philippine Society of Pediatric Hematology Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgeons Philippine Society for Study of Throphoplastic Philippine Association of Thoracic & Disease Philippine Society of Pediatric Oncology

Cardiovascular Surgeons, Inc. Philippine Society of Pediatric Surgeons Philippine Society of Climacteric Medicine

Philippine Association of Training Officers Philippine Society of Maternal and Fetal Section of Allergy & Immunology in Surgery Medicine Section of Ambulatory Pediatrics

Philippine Hip and Knee Society Philippine Society of Reproductive Section of Community Pediatrics Endocrinology and Infertility, Inc. Philippine Orthopaedic Association, Inc. Section of Genetics Philippine Society of Colon & Rectal Philippine Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics & Gynecology Society of Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Surgeons

Philippine Society of General Surgeons, Inc. Society of Gynecologic Oncology of the Philippines PHILIPPINE SOCIETY OF Philippine Society of Laparoscopic & ANESTHESIOLOGISTS Endoscopic Surgeons PHILIPPINE SOCIETY OF Philippine Society of Otolaryngology, Head Philippine Society of Cardiothoracic and Neck Surgery, Inc. PATHOLOGISTS Anesthesiologists, Inc.

Philippine Society of Pediatric Surgeons Philippine Society of Pediatric PHILIPPINE PEDIATRIC SOCIETY Anesthesiologists Philippine Society of Ultrasound in Surgeons Child Neurology Society of the Philippines, Inc. Society for Neuroanesthesiologist of the Philippines Philippine Society for the Surgery of Trauma Pediatric Infectious Disease Society of the Philippines, Inc. Philippine Society for Transplant Surgeons Society of Obstetric Anesthesia of the Pediatric Nephrology Society of the Philippines Philippine Society for Vascular Surgery Philippines

Philippine Academy of Pediatric Philippine Spine Society ••• Pulmonologists, Inc.

- AFFILIATE SOCIETIES - Philippine Academy of Dermatologic Philippine Society For Cosmetic Surgery Surgery Foundation, Inc. Aerospace Medical Association of the Philippine Society for the Study of the Aging Philippines Philippine Academy of Medical Specialists, Male Foundation Inc. Inc. Community Pediatrics Society of the Philippine Society of Anatomists Philippines Philippine Ambulatory Pediatric Philippine Society of Critical Care Medicine Association, Inc. Department of Education & Culture Philippine Society of Experimental and Physicians Association Philippine Association of Academic Clinical Pharmacology Biochemists Fetus as Patient Institute of the Philippines Philippine Association for the Study of Philippine Society of Hypertension Maternal and Child Health Association of Overweight and Obesity Philippine Society of Insurance Medicine the Philippines Philippine Association of Medical Writers Philippine Society of Medical Specialists Molecular Oncology Society of the (in Government Service) Philippines Philippine Association of Military Surgeons, Inc. Philippine Society of Neurological Surgeons Osteoporosis Society of the Philippines

Pan Pacific Aesthetic Institute (PPAI) Philippine Association of Primary Skin Philippine Society of Oncologists Health Physicians Inc. Foundation Inc. Philippine Society of Sleep Medicine Philippine College of Addiction Medicine Pain Society of the Philippines Philippine Society of Ultrasound and Philippine Academy of Cutaneous Surgery Philippine College of Pharmaceutical Clinical Medicine, Inc. Medicine Philippine Academy of Lactation Philippine Society of Venereologists, Inc. Consultants, Inc. Philippine Federation of Private Medical Philippine Thyroid Association Practitioners Philippine Academy of Aesthetic and Age Philippine Leprosy Society Sports Medicine Association of the Management Medicine Inc. Philippines Philippine Lipid and Atherosclerosis Society Philippine Academy of Aesthetic Surgery

Philippine Medical Artists Association ••• Philippine Academy of Clinical and Cosmetic Dermatology, Inc. Philippine Society for Burn Injuries

DECLARATION OF COMMITMENT TO THE ETHOS OF THE PHILIPPINE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

Background Ethos is the spirit and moral nature of a community or individual. It is derived from the Greek word for character, which is the trustworthiness or credibility of a person. Ethos forms the guiding beliefs of the person or community, which in turn, builds the codes or ethics that guides the community or organization in its behaviour. Thus, ethos resides within the person, while ethics are displayed in words, symbols, and actions.

If the leaders' ethos is of good character, it builds esprit de corps (moral), if it is bad, morale suffers. It has this powerful effect because it establishes the way members interact with each other in an organization and the degree of responsibility they have to achieving the organization's goals and objectives.

The practice of Medicine has had recent major changes that impact on the Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics of the Medical Profession, i.e., shifts in physician-patient interaction, shifts in physician-industry interaction, social media in healthcare, etc.

In the spirit of interprofessional collaborative practice, the practice of the medical profession, invariably requires a safe and ethical physician engaged in a systematic environment made conducive to such safe practice together with other healthcare professionals.

I understand that my role as a Filipino physician at the Philippine Medical Association is a significant responsibility and will make it a priority. I look forward to working with other Filipino physicians and, like the others:

I commit to uphold the tenets of the Oath of Hippocrates * Will offer my expertise to help maintain the highest level of practice of the medical profession; * Will look after the welfare of my fellow physicians;

I commit to always place the Mission first * Support the Mission, Vision, Values and Goals of the Philippine Medical Association; * Will ensure a commitment to the best interest of the organization as a whole.

I commit to strengthen and uphold the PMA Code of Ethics * Will continually uplift the level of ethical culture of the Association so that it is able to achieve what really matters; * Will actively report unethical behaviour and regularly survey leaders and staff as to how well the Code is being met.

I commit to ensure the best interest of my patients * Will work with the rest of the team to communicate the organization’s role to ensure the safety of our patients.

As Filipino Physicians, we commit to strengthen our Philippine Medical Association Code of Ethics that will work for positive change, towards serving the needs of its constituents, the original intentions so captured in the PMA’s mission and values of integrity, dignity, respect for peers, dedication to every physician’s constituent rights and patient’s safety.

I have read and fully agree to this Declaration of Commitment and look forward to assisting the Philippine Medical Association in this role.

Signed this 20th day of May, 2015 at Marriott Hotel Grand Ballroom, Pasay City, Manila, PHILIPPINES