FOR SUGGESTIONS AND SUSCRIPTIONS:

www.uermhospital.com.ph

www.facebook.com/UERMofficial

www.uerm.edu.ph

Romeo A. Divinagracia, MD, MHSAMaribeth T. de los Santos, MD, MSPHGemiliano D. Aligui, MD, MPH, PhD

Cherrie D. FabillaranTheresa D. San Diego

Evandolf C. Mora

Business Development, Corporate & Alumni AffairsUERM Memorial Medical Center, Inc.

#64 Aurora Boulevard, Barangay Doña Imelda, Quezon CityPhone: (+63 2) 715-0861 to 77 loc 365

Email: marketing@uerm.edu.phWebsite: www.uerm.edu.ph

PUBLICATION AND CIRCULATION:

EDITORIAL BOARD:

2

by Dr. Romeo A. Divinagracia

The President’s Desk

Beloved Patrons & UERMMMCI Family,Our 60th Anniversary celebration last June 15, 2017 at EDSA Shangri-La Hotel was a momentous success. The celebration may have ended yet we are still feeling the momentum of that once in a lifetime bonding with the UERM community. I give my heartfelt thanks to the Organizing Committee and all the participants who made our 60th Diamond Anniversary celebration victorious.More than 500 people gathered in this occasion to engage one another and recall our Six Decades of Excellence in Health Sciences, Exceptional Patient Care and Beneficial Research in Health Sciences. In particular, I congratulate the Lifetime Achievers and Exemplar Employees whom we honored during the celebration. They are manifestations of how far we have gone in terms of excellence and sustaining it as such. There was an added excitement of celebrating old friends, meeting co-employees for the first time in years, sharing ideas and information and making future plans.On this June 2017 quarterly issue of Medical Echoes, our 60th Year festivities were highlighted in many notable shots as a souvenir to everyone. This is also the time of the year that we welcome new and old students as classes for our baccalaureate courses have opened this June 2017. Check out the details of our opening exercises on this issue.As usual, it is going to be a very busy year ahead as we develop new programs and activities in the Medical Center. Our thoughts have always been to add the best value to our beloved patrons.Let’s all keep the trail blazing! Here’s to the next 60 more fruitful years to come.

Cheers!

The President’s Desk

Remarks from the VPAA

Remarks from the VPHS

UERM CAReS Recent Development and Activities

ARSSC Leadership

Project S. A. I. L. (Strategic Alliance for International Linkages)

Launch of the 1st Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Summer Institute (1st EBNP-SI)

Surgical and Medical Mission of UERM Doctors

UERM Hospital Commended Staff

World Health Day 2017: Depression, Let’s TalkNursing Advocates

Corporate AffairsFreshmen Orientation and Organization Fair 2017

Opening Exercises and Recognition Day

Graduation 2017

............ 2

............ 3

............ 3

............ 4

............ 5

............ 6

............ 7

............ 8

............ 9

............ 10

............ 11-14

............ 15-18

............ 19

............ 20

............ 21-22

Remarks from the VPAA Remarks from the VPHSby Dr. Gemiliano D. Aligui by Dr. Maribeth T. de los Santos

The college opened its doors on June 15, 1988. 19% of the university’s population came from the College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences. 16% are BS Physical Therapy students and 3% are students from the BS Prosthetics and Orthotics. This may be a small amount but the college will never close doors for the development and delivery of activities for the improvement of its students. The college received accreditation as Level III for BS Physical Therapy from the Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, & Universities (PAASCU). Also, we are proud of our BS Prosthetics and Orthotics for being Category 1, the highest given by the International Society of Prosthetics and Orthotics (ISPO). For the PRC Physical Therapy Licensure Examination last August 2016, UERM CAReS got 94.59% passing rate and 92.86% passing rate for first time takers last February 2017 Licensure Examination. Last November 4-6 2016, UERM CAReS continues its legacy of research excellence at the recent Asian Prosthetic and Orthotic Scientific Meeting (APOSM) 2016 in Seoul, Korea. Also, the college conducted a Workshop on Instructional Design at UERMMMC’s Tan Yan Kee Bldg, Level 4 last January 7, 2017. Representatives from the Philippine School of Prosthetics and Orthotics (PSPO) attended the Diabetic Food Summit last February 4-5, 2017 at Marriott Hotel in Pasay City. Also, PSPO was present in the PhilHealth FORWARD at the Blue Leaf Events Pavilion in Global City, Taguig last February 3, 2017 where it showcased PhilHealth enhanced products and services. The college

also attended the Amputee Climb at Mt. Pulag last February 18-19, 2017. The first research symposium of the college was held last March 30, 2017 at the Tan Yan Kee Building. The intent purpose of this activity was to present and endorse the research that can be useful for other researchers in the future and for the others who want to learn new ideas. The said program was organized by Ms. Marichelle de Castro and Ms. Rachel Ligan (BSPO Faculties). Here are the following titles of the presentation presented by the investigators: Effects of Tai Chi exercises among functional level of institutionalized healthy elderly individual (Orito et al.); Effects of whole body vibration machine on improving balance of males with chronic functional ankle disability (Corpuz et al.); Short-term effects of virtual reality game on static balance of transtibial amputees with PTB prosthesis undergoing balance training in the UERMMMCI-CAReS CTC (Serrano et al.); Static cultural testing of laminated prosthetic sockets: comparison of Philippine pineapple fabric and fiberglass. (Medina et al.); Musculoskeletal pain and pre-identified risk factors of prosthetic and orthotics interns: A cross-sectional study (Lagmay et al.) and Diagnostic accuracy of gross motor function classification system-family report questionnaire tagalog version administered by barangay health worker for children with cerebral palsy (Manantan et al.); Analysis of reading ability levels of third year physical therapy students to the readability levels of selected third year physical therapy books (Quiman et al.). The investigators presented their research and were asked questions by the judges namely, Dr. Josephine Bondoc and Dr. Tammy Dela Rosa. Our college’s student council was with partnership with the following events: UST Volunteers for UNICEF’s Volunteers’ Summit 2017, The UP Pre-Medical Honor Society: Pre-Med Summit and UERMMMCI Red Cross Youth Council. Also, the student council organized the annual acquaintance party. This year’s event was a neon themed party held at Place One Events, Katipunan Avenue last September 17, 2016 dubbed as “Spectrum”. Our very own Crutches & Canes won for the 3rd consecutive

time, thus #3Peat at the 25th DANCE n’APO “PILAK” dance competition with an average score of 94% last October 14, 2016. The college’s campus ministry has been active through their cell group. The CAReS’ Penster Club has been active in covering every activity in the college. CAReS’ Hymns and Symphony Chorale was recognized as the best singing group in the university during the recent MU Lambda Fraternity and MU Lambda Sorority’s Musicfest 2017 last February 28, 2017, hence declared as Champion. An annual sportsfest tagged as “Ischyros” was done successfully and The Knights was declared 1st Runner-up in the recent 30th Alpha Phi Omega Men’s Basketball-League on March 6, 2017 at the UERMMMCI Gymnasium. In celebration of the 38th National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week (NDPR), the UERM College of Allied Rehabilitation Science as well as BS in Prosthetics and Orthotics conducted several programs and activities with the hope to spread awareness and knowledge on persons with disability. For day one, some students and faculty participated in Parm Move Fit for the Record, a fund raising activity. A poster making activity was done for the 2nd day of the NDPR week. For the 3rd day, an Amputee Rehab Program and Taebo Exercise Event were successfully performed. And race-inspired educational activity dubbed as “Mindwars” was done at the 4th day of the NDPR week. White Canes and Talking Watches Distribution and Yoga Session were held at the 5th day and a Wheelchair Assessment and Wheelchair Mobility Training and Zumba Event for the 6th day of the NDPR Week. Who would forget our annual Medical Mission? This was held last July 24, 2016 at Barangay Malaria, coordinated by Dr. Dorothy DyChingbing- Agsaoay and Mr. John Lemuel Balatucan. The college continues to bring new and refreshing ways to inspire and motivate their students to pursue their chosen fields. Kudos to us, students, to our dean, Dr. Racquel S. Cabazor, and to the 42 members of our faculty, for these developments and activities wouldn’t happen successfully without each other’s coordination and effort.

STUDENT’S CORNER

On June 15, 2017, the stars aligned and glittered like diamonds in the sky to mark the Diamond Jubilee Celebration of UERM Memorial Medical Center.A total of 518 guests all dressed to the nines, trooped to Shangri-la Hotel at EDSA, to celebrate our 60 years of existence as a non-stock, non-profit institution. As one community, the Chairman and members of the Board of Trustees, officers of the administration, hospital and the academe, consultants, faculty, students, members of the house staff and employees of the entire Medical Center, witnessed a 2-hour program of excitement, anticipation and fun. Two of our deserving alumni, Dr. Antonio Ligot and Dr, Rolando Puno, were given the Lifetime Achievement Award while Exemplar Awards were given to some of our employees and consultants/faculty members. Aptly themed “Anim na Dekada ng Talino sa Siyensiya, Maarugang Paglilingkod at Makabuluhang Pananaliksik”, it was indeed a celebration of 60 years of academic excellence, quality patient care and service and relevant research. The theme defines what UERMMMCI is all about. Through the highs and lows of its 60 years of existence, UERMMMCI remains steadfast in its vision and mission as an Academic Medical Center – a bastion of quality education, service and research. As a true-blooded “UERMer” I hope that today’s generation as well as the future leaders of this institution will treasure the legacy of the past and continue the fire burning for the next decades. The road had been paved, the view from above quite breath taking, thanks to all those who came before us.Happy 60th Anniversary!

What does it means to stand on the shoulder of giants? There have been difficult challenges we faced towards making progress, and challenges come one after another, but each time, we learn. The academe is no alien to these things but little by little, what we learned transforms into a creation of change, and we see improvements. To build on these achievements, though sometimes small, are great when taken together and accumulated over time. To Sir Isaac Newton, its almost a mantra to view the previous discoveries and build on them. In another view, we have seen the contributions of others and build on them. Our guest speakers in last symposia are examples of these. UERM’s significant achievements whether on campus and outside are built on people by the visionary alumni. From what they saw and learned in UERM, they seek on what they dreamed of becoming in the future. Everyone, as long as there has been a connection with UERM as an institution, continue to build, as each of us “stand on the shoulder of each other –the giants.”

By: Ian Carlo G. Medina, 3rd Year Student, College of Allied Rehabilitation

Sciences, UERMMMCI

Athena Cris A. Ng, 3rd Year Student, College of Allied Rehabilitation

Sciences, UERMMMCI

Bianca Elaine A. Osorio, 3rd Year Student, College of Allied Rehabilitation

Sciences, UERMMMCI

UERM CAReS Recent Development and

Activities

43

Nursing is the dynamic science and art of promoting health, preventing illness and caring for the individual, families and communities with varying culture, beliefs, environment and socio-economic background. In order to perform these roles, nurses place vital importance on the effective and efficient delivery of humane compassionate care. Through the decades, nursing practice had been influenced by changes in technology, knowledge and evidenced-practice.

Project S. A. I. L.

Japanese faculty members from Saku University College of Nursing (Nagano, Japan) visited the College of Nursing last March 24-26, 2017. (L-R) Mrs. F.

Agustin, Dr. M. Glinoga, Dr. L. Uayan, Dr. N. Magsingit, Dean B. Capistrano, Prof. Yoshida, Dr. G. Aligui (VPAA), Prof. Soyano, Prof. N. Nastor, Mrs. Y.

Zamora, Mrs. A. Mendoza, Head Nurse Rose Pullian and Prof. C. Elegado

Nursing in general and nursing education in particular need to synchronize with the rapid changes imposed by the Philippine Qualification Framework (PQF). This is necessary in order to develop nurses that are competent to provide relevant and significant professional health care not only in the Philippines but in the ASEAN and Pan-Pacific regions. Filipino nurses must be positioned at a competitive edge in order to meet the ASEAN Qualification Reference Framework (AQRF). The need to harmonize and embrace these changes are important in order to assure that professional nursing in the Philippines meets quality and safe international standards. International alignment as prescribed by the PQF states the need to conduct researches/ studies for comparability/benchmarking of Philippine qualifications with other countries and regional/international groupings; and for nursing to coordinate with professional organizations in the pursuit of mutual recognition arrangements/agreements. External knowledge provides important involvements to other institutions which hold certain level of authority in terms of information, technology and other intellectual resources. Nursing as a dynamic profession must connect and link with other local but more so with international institutions in order to innovate for quality care; adapt to the ever changing world; and to be recognized as one of the best academic institutions in nursing education. International linkages provide access to a global milieu where existing policies can be confirmed, challenged or changed in order to match with the dynamic health care settings we intend to serve and the world that

Prof. Yoshida, Japanese faculty member from Saku University College of Nursing (Nagano, Japan), introducing her university to the group.

Last March 24 – 26, 2017, a team of Japanese faculty members from the Saku University College of Nursing visited the College of Nursing to forge initial steps in forming memorandum of understanding. The 3-day event includes the introduction of the best features of the college to include the community extension program. It provided opportunities for the Japanese visitors to get a first-hand assessment of what our institution can offer to their students and faculty members. Mrs. Anunciacion S. Lipat, founding president of the UERM Nursing Alumni Association USA, and former Dean Carmelita C. Divinagracia were present during the panel discussion with nursing leaders to clarify issues regarding the international status of our graduates and higher education mandates that affects quality nursing education in the Philippines.

There are other initiatives for international linkages that are expected to materialize this year, one of them is with Deakin University (Australia) which have made preliminary communication for possible study visit of their students this November 2017; plans to visit Singapore Institute of Technology where the Program Director for Nursing is our graduate in the person of Dr. Genedine Villanueva-Lim (BSN Class ’80) among others.

The taunting challenges of globalization inspire the College of Nursing to pursue these innovative processes to increase international linkages. It serves as academic stimuli that will lead to improvements, meeting higher standards of care and quality curricular effectiveness. Congruent to our vision of being a bastion of excellence in our specific field.

By: Prof. Maria Luisa T. Uayan, Doctor of Health Sciences and Nursing Chair, International Linkages Committee, College of Nursing

STUDENT’S CORNER FACULTY SECTION

views and impressions of people (mostly the student body) on a variety of issues in the university. We made it our job to see what approach to take on an issue, what policy to implement, what intervention was best for the majority; to find common ground with every stakeholder in the college. Criticism was fierce; nearly as fierce as mine was before I took responsibility as a student council officer. The trick here is to not take it (criticism) personally; instead, take it constructively, use it to help your growth as a leader and as an individual.It was also quite the challenge for us to juggle academics and student council duties. Being the secretary took away a lot of my time as a result of my work extending outside the ARSSC room. The weight of being a student council officer got heavier the more time I spent on it and all the while I forgot about the most important thing about a team; the essence of the word “council”. Don’t know what course of action to take? Approach your adviser. Can’t get the memo around? Seek aid from the PROs. Need to know what problem’s

most urgent and important? Go ask the batch representatives. Can’t decide what’s best for your college? Collaborate directly with the student body. Don’ hesitate to ask for help or delegate some of the work to your team mates. Because, really, you’re all going after the same vision, aren’t you?In the end, I learned that I was only discontented with the system because I understood it poorly. Being on the opposite end of governance really opened my mind. I was taught that, to be a good leader, you first need to be a good follower. To know the lay of the land before you go planting your own seeds of legacy to leave behind. Learn to appreciate the scheme of things before you go about changing them. Seeing the smiles and feeling the joy of the student body on the things we’ve accomplished for them, and seeing the college in the perspective of a student leader made being in the ARSSC a wonderful experience. And to the next council: Pass up on doing things you think is the right way, instead, listen to those around you and do the right thing.

ARSSC Leadership

In my early college years (around 2013-14), I would come home from school with the saltiest story to tell to my folks. From jumping campuses to heavy academic stress, my family heard it all. Every now and then I’d rant to Xeniel, student council BSPO batch representative, about how things could have been better if had they done some things differently (just like any individual outside of governance would). Discontented with the system, I decided to put my money where my mouth is. In 2016, I ran for the position of secretary in the ARSSC.I was thrilled to be elected in student government. I thought to myself “Let’s change the way things are done to make life easier!” as if things were as clear-cut as making mashed potatoes. I was so immersed in my own objections that I forgot about considering the interests and opinions of everyone else. As I spent more time in the council I appreciated the different

By: Andre Dominic M. Rubiano, Level V BSPO Student, College of Allied Rehabilitation

Sciences, UERMMMCI

awaits our services and competencies. In order for the UERMMMCI College of Nursing to promote and sustain international interactions and interconnect with various institutions, it undertakes Project S.A.I.L. which stands for “Strategic Alliance for International Linkages”. The project envisions enhancing possibilities for the transfer of current and latest technologies on professional nursing practice; at the same time, promote the good name of the institution which is a way of marketing; and allow us to generate external support in the form of information, knowledge and finances. Also, the exchanges in information and enhancement in cooperation promotes respect and mutual recognition of practitioners as mandated by the AQRF.

(Strategic Alliance for International Linkages)

65

Japanese faculty members from Saku University College of Nursing – Nagano, Japan during the interaction with students and faculty members. (L-R) seated Dr. M. Glinoga, Prof. Yoshida, Prof. Soyano, Dean B. Capistrano, Mrs. S. Lipat, Prof. N. Nastor; (standing 1st row) Ms. J. Aldave (Level III); Ms. Valencia (Level III) Ms. Estudillo (NSC President); Ms. E. Uayan (NSC Vice-President); Ms. D. Valentino (Level II); Prof. C. Elegado, Dr. L. Uayan; (2nd row) Mr. F. Santos (level III), Mr. JP Gonzales (NSC Vice President); Mr. Y. Lee (Level I); Mr. C.

Jimenez (Level I); Ms. A. Nolasco (Level II) and Ms. A. Velarde (level II)

Launch of the 1st Evidence-Based Nursing Practice Summer Institute (1st EBNP-SI)

The Philippine Nursing Education Master Plan (NEMP) addresses the need to develop research centers for different nursing specializations. It strongly supports enhancing institutional capabilities in nursing research for the utilization and generation of new body of knowledge leading to quality nursing practice that provides optimum level of care. To answer this mandate, the Joint Nursing Service and Nursing Education Committee sponsored the 1st Evidence-Based Nursing Practice (EBNP) Summer Institute. The program was launched last May 26, 2017 – 1:00pm to 5:00pm at the UERM Nursing Amphitheater-A with the theme of the program “The Integration Model and Evidence-Based Nursing Practice: Moving Together towards Quality Patient Care “. This is the first EBNP program offered for 14 consecutive weeks that discusses the principles and processes of evidence-based nursing practice. It will review processes of identifying current best evidences, including formulation of clinical questions utilizing critical and higher order thinking skills. It entails discussion of clinical evidence taxonomy, systematic reviews of literature, clinical evaluation of individual studies, structured data extraction and synthesis of collective data to determine the level of evidence associated with specific clinical interventions. Furthermore, the course outcome will present current nursing knowledge and skills to improve organizational level of practice and patient outcomes. It was awarded by the Professional Regulation Commission Board of Nursing 30-contact hours for Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Dr. Carmelita C. Divinagracia, OIC PR-BON, served as Guest Speaker and encouraged all the audience and participants to keep on answering that “burning question” in nursing practice and engage in the utilization of the evidences of best practices in nursing. Dr. Divinagracia formed the Joint Nursing Service and Nursing Education Committee in 2010 when she was the dean of the College of Nursing. It was through her initiative that the Integration Model is now being utilized by Nursing Service Department

CIRCLE OF MENTORS(L-R) Dr. Norielee S. Magsingit, Dean Belinda M. Capistrano, Ms. Elda Rapanut, Mrs. Caroline V. Molina, Prof. Norma G. Nastor, and Prof. Carmelita Dr. Salvador

Mrs. Anunciacion S. Lipat (Alumni Member, BSN Class 1967 – the Emeralds; Nurse Consultant; Founding President, UERM Nursing Alumni Association USA)

Mr. Gilbert V. Pagulayan(Alumni Member, BSN Class 1977)Prime Mover of EBP in Nursing

It has been more than 11 years since the Medical Missionaries from UERM had set foot in Cauayan, Isabela. The Governor Faustino N. Dy, Sr. Foundation has always made this possible. Truly serving the poorest of the poor, the joint effort of these two institutions carried out medical, surgical, and dental missions possible not only for the people of Isabela but also for the far reaches of Apayao and down to the Bulacan areas.The four day mission usually is held at the Cauayan District Hospital headed by President Romeo Divinagracia who patiently takes care of all cardiology, pulmonary, and other Internal Medicine problems presented to him. Dr. Natividad Salazar oversees the smooth flow of patient care be it medical or surgical. Other specialty teams comprise the following: Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medicine, Dental Service, Surgical Service, and Pathology. The Internal Medicine Group has other subspecialties involved such as Gastroenterology and Pulmonology.The conduct of the Medical Mission has evolved since its inception in the early 1990’s. The doctors have all gone their ways, but the mainstay core group has remained. Dr. Janet Dy of UERM and husband Alex, an Engineer, who has helped the Eye Team in so many ways, from checking the diameter of gas hoses, to providing transport to and from the hospital. Bodjie Dy, now Governor, was just humbly standing on the running board on the bus that would take the UERM contingent from Tuguegarao Airport to Cauayan – a good two-hour ride. Bill Dy, fondly called by everybody as “Doc Bill”, who ensured that we had everything we needed at the hospital and at the hotel, from sutures to medicines to food, and

Surgical and Medical Mission of UERM DoctorsBy: Dr. Rizalino Felarca, Department of Ophthalmology

Dr. Janet Dy, Central Laboratory

DOCTORS ADVOCACIESFACULTY SECTION

and the College of Nursing towards quality patient care. The organizers believed that this EBNP program is a product of the speaker’s pioneering accomplishment in formulating the Nursing Education and Nursing Service Integration Model in the UERM Medical Center. They find it suitable to invite her then, to further inspire them towards the completion of this innovative program. There were eight (8) distinguished nurses who were invited to form the Circle of Mentors that will guide the investigators/researchers in finishing their evidence-based research. They were selected because of their expertise unique Attitude to act as counselor, tutor, coach, and friend during the entire research period. The notable members of the Circle of Mentors are: Dr. Norielee S. Magsingit (Chief Nurse, UERM Memorial Medical Center); Dean Belinda M. Capistrano (College of Nursing); Ms. Elda Rapanut (Asst. Chief Nurse for Nursing Education); Mrs. Caroline V. Molina (Asst. Chief Nurse for Patient Services & Infection Control Nurse Specialist); Prof. Norma G. Nastor (College Secretary, College of Nursing); Prof. Carmelita DR Salvador (General Education Faculty & Statistics Consultant); Mrs. Anunciacion S. Lipat (Alumni Member, BSN Class 1967 – the Emeralds; Nurse Consultant; Founding President, UERM Nursing Alumni Association USA) and Mr. Gilbert V. Pagulayan (Alumni Member, BSN Class 1977). patiently waiting for the Eye Team to finish their surgeries

sometimes as late as two in the morning. Ate Norma Dy-Valcos, who orchestrated it all from pre-operative to cardiopulmonary clearance, to postoperative care, made it sure that everybody did not go hungry. There was even a time she was overwhelmed with empathy to patients that she let them eat the food laid on the table for the medical team. Patients from far-flung places would sleep on makeshift cardboard beds on the cement walk of the hospital waiting for their names to be called even if it would take them three days before they could be operated upon. Fast forward to 2017:

Last May 11-14, another contingent from UERM went to Cauayan District Hospital in Isabela to perform medical and surgical treatment of the marginalized sector of our countrymen. With the unwavering support of the Gov. Faustino N. Dy, Sr Foundation guided by its matriarch Ate Norma, thousands of patients once more were given free quality medicines, premium medical care, and safe surgeries. A total of 188 surgeries were done of which 88 major operations included phacoemulsification, ECCE, cholecystectomy, herniorrhaphy, thyroidectomy, hysterectomy, tubal ligation and vaginal deliveries; 95 minor surgeries includes casting, pterygium excision, abscess drainage, mass excisions, ungiectomy and tooth extractions.It is the wish of the UERM Medical Missionaries and the Gov. Faustino N. Dy, Sr. administration that we could somehow ease and bring a smile to the faces of our underserved minority.

87

By: Prof. Maria Luisa T. Uayan, Doctor of Health Sciences and Nursing Chair, International Linkages Committee, College of Nursing

DOCTOR’S ADVICEDOCTORS ADVOCACIES

The TQM Service Recognition Awards was held last May 15, 2017 at the Out-Patient Services.It was successful ceremony kick-off with the opening remarks by our Medical Director Dr. Napoleon Alcedo. During the ceremony, the awardees were given their certificate of recognition with their tokens. A snack followed which were attended by around fifty (50) participants.The different awardees were then allowed to share their insights on how they handled and cared for their patients which can be summed into:

1. “Treat your patient as your own family.” – Ms. Imee Jane Agatep, Staff Nurse2. “Inspire your patients so that they can achieve wellness.” – Mr. Stewart Batchar, Respiratory Therapist

1st Quarter of 2017Most Commended Staff Based on Patient Satisfaction Survey (PSS)Imee Jane D. Agatep, Staff NurseStewart B. Batchar, Respiratory TherapistAnn Jellyn S. Manalastas, Staff NurseReinante S. Revilla, Respiratory Therapist Tristan Juris L. Sulquiano, Staff Nurse

Patient Satisfaction Survey (PSS) Highest Retrieval Rate3 North 1 (Pay Ward)Pediatrics Ward (Service Ward)

UERM Hospital Commended StaffBy: Dr. Geoffrey R. Battad, Coordinator, Total Quality Management Unit

“Depression affects people of all ages, from all walks of life, in all countries. It causes mental anguish and impacts on people’s ability to carry out even the simplest everyday tasks, with sometimes devastating consequences for relationships with family and friends and the ability to earn a living.”—WHO

For the first time in recorded history, depression finally joins the big leagues, rubbing shoulders with cardiovascular disease as one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Globally, there were 322 million people living with depression in 2015. This is equivalent to four out of every hundred people suffering with symptoms that many people (including some doctors) dismiss as being “all in your head.” This rising tide of people affected by depression makes this disorder an obvious choice for the World Health Organization to focus on in this year’s World Health Day.

Depression is not merely the result of a lack of strength of character, nor is it something the patient can combat through sheer willpower. Like any other psychiatric disorder, the causes of depression can be traced to the interaction of biological, psychological, and social sources.

It is no longer news to many that depression affects the physical brain, but this is generally a hard idea to sell without the patients believing they have become brain-damaged in the purely neurological sense, such as in cases of stroke. It is best to see the biological effects of depression as being both at the neuroanatomical level in that there are actual structural changes that occur in the brain and the neurochemical level. And both these aspects affect how someone with depression experiences the world. Neuroanatomically, there are four parts of the brain that primarily implicated:

• The prefrontal cortex: this is the structure that represents our goals and that mediates our attempts at behavior intended to accomplish these goals;• The anterior cingulated gyrus, which helps integrate emotional input;• The hippocampus, which helps us learn and make new memories; and• The amygdala, which processes new experiences and helps us navigate the unfamiliar.

Looking at the functionally affected, it can come as no surprise that a person afflicted with depression may find it

difficult to make their way through the world we live in, even on a daily basis. Now, the cells of these structures require the use of chemicals to communicate among themselves. This is where neurotransmitters come in, and generally in depression, there is a clear decrease of the main dramatis personae namely serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine.

Now, it is most likely true that we were not born with such a morose neural configuration. Yes, genetics plays a heavy role, but nurture does like to parlay with nature. This is where the psychosocial causes come in. When we have early exposure to very adverse life events, our brains react accordingly and generate the corresponding emotions. These emotions, when felt and fed often enough help make up our schema of the world, that is, our world view, which will serve to color all future input. And of course, how we think about the world weighs greatly on how we respond to it. And practice makes perfect is true for maladaptive behaviors and thoughts, turning them into patterns that translate to a change in brain configuration.

All is not lost though. With appropriate and timely treatment, a patient can not only learn to cope with the depression, but finds ways to live healthy and happy lives with this “black dog”, which is what Sir Winston Churchill, the wartime Prime Minister of Great Britain, liked to call his depression. Because of the mixed etiologies involved, it stands to reason that the solution would be multimodal as well; psychopharmacology works well on its own, as does psychotherapy (known as the “talking cure”), but it has become part of the patter of psychiatrists to say that both work best when used together.

What does it take then to help someone with depression from the non-medical perspective? It helps to be able to recognize the signs that someone close to you may be depressed. Their mood will not always appear sad; sometimes, they are irritable for most of the day. Or alternatively, they may not have a clear change in mood, but one will note that they have lost interest in things they used to enjoy. They may experience vegetative changes like changes in appetite, sleep, energy level, and fatigability. They may also complain of more cognitive problems, like difficulty in concentrating, and a sort of sluggishness of their perceived thought processes. They may also say they feel helpless, worthless, hopeless, or excessively guilty. They may even talk of death often (not necessarily their own) and of wanting to end their lives. If we notice any of these in any one we are concerned about, we mustn’t wait for them to approach us; we can make the first move. And no, asking about suicide does not cause suicidal behavior.

If you think someone you know might be depressed, suggest that they may benefit from seeking consult with a mental health practitioner. Offer to accompany them on their first few visits if they worry about the stigma associated with the psychiatrist; this is a tacit message that you do not subscribe to it. Never tell someone depressed that it’s “all in your head and you can fight it off.” It stings, makes the patient feel very, very alone indeed, and he certainly does not need any more of that.

And lastly check on them regularly; saying “let’s talk” to them can go a long way in making them feel better and literally saving their lives.

Cases of depressive disorder (millions), by WHO region

African Region

Eastern Mediterranean RegionEuropean RegionRegion of the Americas

South-East Asia RegionWestern Pacific Region

322million

52.9816%

66.2121%

29.199%

40.2712%

48.1615%

85.6727%

World Health Day 2017: Depression, Let’s TalkBy: Dr. Nicole Tangco, Department of Psychiatry

109

Nursing Advocates

TRAINING AND WORKSHOP ON INFECTION CONTROLThe Infection Control Certification Program was conducted at the Nursing Amphitheater A on March 10, 17, 24, and 31, 2017 to equip all healthcare personnel with the basic infection control practices needed in ensuring a safe and infection-free environment in the hospital. It was a whole day activity, in which participants were to sign up for their preferred schedule or slot.

During the activity, the participants were provided with 5 stations. Each station could accommodate a small group of 5-6 participants to ensure a better learning outcome. After the completion of the station tasks correctly, the checklist form of each participant would be signed by the station facilitator. Consequently, once all the stations were completed, the checklist form would be submitted to the IC personnel. Eventually, a certification card was provided to each participant.

As a general objective, the participants should be able to perform basic infection control practice during the session.

NURSING FORUM 2017The Nursing Forum was held on March 29, 2017 at the Pediatric Surgery Room along with the theme “Woman in the Changing World of Work, Be Bold for a Change” in collaboration with the different nursing units such as the OB – Teaching Hospital Unit, Nursery Charity, Pediatric Unit, NICU – Pay, Pediatric Pay, and OPD. The topic, which focused on “Breast Feeding and the Working Moms” was expective to have given value to the benefits of supporting breastfeeding in the workplace. Dr. Bianca Escaro Villanueva guest speaker, described the current thinking about the advantages of breastfeeding for mother, child, family, and society. The factors that contribute to the different challenges of breastfeeding success among working mothers were recognized and examined, including the support for the creation of a baby-friendly work environment and to demonstrate to our patients breastfeeding positions and techniques that they may adopt in their workplace and at home.

Outpatient, admitted expectant mothers, mothers to be, as well as mothers joined the forum in celebration of the International Breast feeding and women’s week. The event was also held in commemortion of the “Cancer Awareness Month.”

EASTER SUNDAY WITH A TWIST

The Nursing Service showed not only their prowess in providing caring skills, but also in emotional care to our patients during the Easter Sunday celebration on April 16, 2017.

Passion, Dedication, and Love for patients (PDL) are common characteristics of all the Nursing Service staff. Adding to these were creativeness of the mind and skills of hands in making our patients very special. This year, the Nursing Service staff did some twist in showing that Jesus Christ is our Risen Savior through gift giving of easter eggs designed with different emotions, which was the creation of the magnificent hands of two of the gifted members of Nursing Service, Miss Marilyn Dar (Nurse Supervisor), and Mr. Roderick David (Gen. Utility Man).

ISO AT UERM HOSPITAL, WHAT AND WHEN?Probably, all of us have heard already about ISO and with UERM, which is turning 60 this year, what does ISO mean? To answer such question, Nursing Service again spearheaded another program for other departments to realize the meaning and very reasons of ISO accreditation. Last May 24, 2017, guest speaker Ms. Ritchelle J. Manalansan, Quality Director of Mary Mediatrix Medical Center based in Lipa City, oriented the participants on the nature and advantages of ISO certification. This orientation was attended by different Department Heads including the support of our Medical Director, Dr. Napoleon Alcedo Jr., Dr. Geoffrey Battad, Quality Assurance Coordinator – TQM, Dr. Janet Dy, Head of Pathology Department, Dr. Elmo Lago and Mr. Aaron Angeles, Head – Hospital Business Unit, Miss Cherry Fabillaran – Executive Director, Business Development, Corporate & Alumni Affairs and Mr. Bobby Pakingan - Internal Auditor.

By: Norielee A. Salazar-Magsingit, Ed.D, MAN, RN, Chief Nurse, Nursing Service

NURSING ADVOCATES NURSING ADVOCATES

2nd INTERNATIONAL NURSES WEEK CELEBRATION

The 2nd International Nurses Week Celebration, along with the theme “Nurses A Voice to Lead in Achieving the Sustainable Developmental Goals” was held from May 11 to 12, 2017. It was a successful celebration in empowering our nurses in achieving the developmental sustainable goals and to recognize the members of UERM Nursing Service for their oustanding leadership and dedication to the nursing profession.

On the first day of the event, guest speaker, Dr. Leah Samaco Paquiz stretched out that once we introduced our selves to our patients, we should say “AKO PO SI NARS .... (name of the nurse)”. We need to be proud of our title because we acquired it by equipping ourselves with knowledge, skills, and attitude; and we must be proud of our profession, too.

1211

Delivered by Norielee Magsingit, Ed.D, MAN, RN (Chief Nurse), the State of the Nursing Service Address (SONSA) for the 2nd Quarter was done on May 23, 2017 at the Nursing Amphitheater A. Attended by about 150 members of the Nursing Service Family, including Miss Elda Rapanut (Assistant Chief Nurse for Training) and Mrs. Yolanda Zamora (TQM Nursing Service Coordinator), the SONSA’s main focus was the discussion of all the issues, sentinel events, and concerns that happened and could be prevented. During the event, the participants were grouped into several teams for them to discuss and share opinions and recommendations so as to prevent and avoid such concerns again.

First Day Celebration of International Nurses Week May 11, 2017

Second Day Celebration of International Nurses Week May 12, 2017

One of the joys of UERM Nurses is to share with our patients something that they have.

The smile of our Nurses makes a lot of difference to our patients.

NURSING ADVOCATESNURSING ADVOCATES

STATE OF THE NURSING SERVICE ADDRESS (SONSA)

1413

The two-day event was organized by our head nurses and charge nurses from different units as follows:

UERMMMCI@60: Anim na Dekada ng Talino sa Siyensya, Maarugang Paglilingkod at Makabuluhang PananaliksikSERVICE AWARD PROGRAMIt was a grand celebration of UERMMMCI’s 60th Anniversary which kicked-off with the Service Award Program on June 9, 2017 at the University Auditorium. The program started at 8:00am with a Eucharistic Mass, awarding ceremony proper, raffle prizes and intermission cum lunch. In recognition of their longstanding service, trophies and cash prizes were awarded to around 108 employees with 10 to 40 years of service, including 5 retirees. Dr. Maribeth T. de los Santos (VP for Hospital Services) and Dr. Romeo A. Divinagracia (President) delivered the opening and closing remarks, respectively.Responses of the awardees were delivered by Dr. Renato M. Carlos on behalf of the retirees, Dr. Norbert Lingling Uy on behalf of the Academe, Ms. Elda D. Rapanut on behalf of the Hospital, and Ms. Florlina P. Campos on behalf of the Administration. Raffle prizes are as grand as the celebration itself with items ranging from scooters, notebooks, cellphones, sacks of rice and gift certificates which were won by various lucky employees. The program ended at 12:30pm.

CORPORATE AFFAIRSBy: Cherrie D. FabillaranExecutive Director

CORPORATE AFFAIRSCORPORATE AFFAIRS

Awarding Ceremonies for Service Awardees

Raffle Prizes

Awarding Ceremonies for Service Awardees

1615

Eucharistic Mass

60th Anniversary Gala NightUERMMMCIU

ERM

MM

CI 6

0th A

nniv

ersa

ry G

ala

Nig

htU

ERM

MM

CI 60

th Anniversary G

ala Night

The triumphant journeys to Excellence in Health Sciences, Exceptional Care and Significant Health Research of the UERMMMCI have been truly remarkable for the last six decades. These victories were highlighted at the 60th Anniversary Gala Night last June 15, 2017 at EDSA Shangri-La Hotel from 9:00 to 11:00pm and hosted by Dr. Raul Quillamor and Dr. Olivia Flores, Department Heads of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Anesthesia, respectively.Over 500 members of the UERMMMCI community including the Board of Trustees and Partners were present on this Diamond occasion. It was on this occasion that two lifetime achievers and ten exemplar personnel have been honored which were presented by the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Lucio C. Tan, and the President and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Romeo A. Divinagracia.The Lifetime Achievement Awards were granted to Dr. Antonio P. Ligot and Dr. Rolando M. Puno from the College of Medicine Classes of 1968 and 1977, respectively. Dr. Ligot was awarded the distinction for his selfless, enduring and dedicated efforts to provide healthcare services to communities in the Mountain Province. Dr. Puno was awarded the distinction for his exemplary work, innovation and achievements

in the field of Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery while based in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.The Exemplar Awardees were recognized for their years of dedication and valuable contributions in their respective fields of assignment which have made significant impacts for the UERMMMCI as a Center of Excellence and Exceptional Care in Health Sciences.At the same time, the 60th UERMMMCI anniversary and corporate videos were officially launched. A grand dance performance which encompassed the different dance styles of the last six decades were interpreted by around 90 employees from various departments of the UERMMMCI. The celebration ended with floor dances, photo opportunities and chats which were taken advantaged by all the participants.A year of preparations which entailed various discussions, brainstormings, external linkages, series of 60th anniversary events including hard works and sleepless nights all paid off for the members of the Organizing Committee headed by the Overall Chairperson, Dr. Maribeth T. de los Santos, VP for Hospital Services.More power to the UERMMMCI for the next fruitful years ahead!

Arrival of Guests

Speech of Dr. Lucio Tan

Reception/Registration Area

Introduction and Launching of the UERMMMCI 1st Lifetime Achievement Award

Awarding Ceremonies of Lifetime Achievers and Exemplar Personnel

Ceremony Toast led by the Chairman of the Board, Dr. Lucio C. Tan

Emcees

Dance Presentations

1817

This year’s freshmen orientation was held last June 13, 2017 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the University Auditorium. This was the second time that the orientation of the freshmen of all the colleges in the university, except for the College of Medicine, was done in one event. The program was hosted by Rhiana Camille Legaspi and Jan Marie N. Esperanzate both from the College of Allied Health Professions. The program started with a doxology and singing of the National Anthem. The opening remarks were given by Dr. Carmina Ann J. Cortez, Director of Student Affairs. The college secretary of the College of Nursing, Ms. Norma G. Nastor, introduced the nursing curriculum and program. The College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences’ (CAReS) curriculum and program was explained by Ms. Ester Melody R. Nicolas, college secretary of CAReS, while Prof. Marlyn L. Vicerra, college secretary of College of Allied Health Professions, oriented the freshmen about what to expect in the college. Dr. Carmina Ann Cortez explained the university’s rules and regulations on student council and discipline. Also, orientation from different departments was done. Ms.

As part of the long-standing tradition held annually by the College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences, the commencement of the 30th Opening Exercises and Recognition Day was held last June 14, 2017 at the University Auditorium. The student body shall expect huge improvements in the university’s environment as renovations begin. Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy (BSPT) and Bachelor of Science in Prosthetics and Orthotics (BSPO) students shall also expect changes in the CAReS curriculum for the next few years. The program begun with an opening prayer, followed by the singing of the Lupang Hinirang.

CAReS Dean Dr. Raquel S. Cabazor shared her opening remarks for the beginning of the 30th academic year. Inviting everyone to face the year’s exciting challenges, Dean Cabazor addressed the new members of the community, the 1st year level students and transferees. She gave a brief background of the college’s history and how it transitioned from the College of Physical Therapy to College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences. This year’s freshmen will be the last batch of students under the BSPT and BSPO’s old curriculum. This was to prepare for the new set of graduates of the K to 12 programs next year, who will be receiving the BSPT and BSPO new curriculum. After her announcement, Dean Cabazor congratulated the students who made it to the list of top students after an outstanding performance during the previous academic year. She also greeted the new members of the BSPO faculty and assured them that their dedication and exceptional performance will be awarded.

Professor Esther Melody Nicolas, the College Secretary, formally introduced each of the College Staff and Professors per year level which was followed by the introduction of both BSPO and BSPT students per year level together with their respective year level coordinators. For the 5th year level PT, 85 students are interning in their respective hospitals. For the 4th year level PT, their year level coordinator Mr. John Lemuel Balatucan presented 69 students who are currently enrolled as regular students. For the 3rd year level PT, year level coordinator Ms. Grace Ona introduced 112 students who are currently enrolled as regular students. For the 2nd year level PT, year level coordinator Ms. Honielet Santos introduced 17 students who are currently enrolled as regular students. For the 1st year level, Mr. Warrick Siy introduced 23 students who are currently enrolled as regular students.

Students were given recognition for excelling during the academic year and garnering a spot as one of the top performing students of their respective batches. Each of the top students was called individually by their respective batch advisers to receive their awards on stage for their exceptional academic performance. The following students were awarded: For the

BSPO, Top 1 for 1st year: Legaspi, Juan Alejandro B. Jr. V., Top 1 for 2nd year: Del Rosario, Patricia Ann D., Top 1 for 3rd year: Kwok, Cybil Brigitta P., and Top 1 for 4th year: Tansiongco, Krisha Kate T.

For the BSPT, Top 1 for 1st year: Calimlim, Kirsten M., Top 1 for 2nd year: Aromin, Timothy Christian, Top 1 for 3rd year: Tan, Reginald Goodie, and Top 1 for 4th year: Paat, Jaira Mari.

For their display of excellence in teaching and outstanding service, the following professors were awarded: For the General Education Faculty: Ms. Concepcion Regalado; For the Prosthetics-Orthotics Faculty: Mr. Thomas Wickerson, Ms. Amanda Barizo, Ms. Anna Margarita Luge, Mr. Nikolai Santos, and Ms. Margaret Guyon; For the Physical Therapy Faculty: Mr. Tomas Reginaldo, Ms. Ma. Michaela Valenzuela, Ms. Grace Margaret Ona, and Mr. John Carlo Jumarang; For Medical Doctor Faculty: Dr. Carmina Ann Cortez and Dr. Shelly Grace Evangelista.

The incoming College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences Student Council 2017-2018 was introduced by Mr. John Carlo Jumarang while Pres. Romeo Divinagracia led their induction of office and oath taking in front of the student body and faculty members of the college.

The closing remarks were delivered by UERMMMCI’s President Romeo Divinagracia, wherein he insinuated that the College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences stands as one of the flagships of the medical center. It was established for a noble cause and it was to help our fellow men who have suffered from some kind of disability. Now we have gone farther than just rehabilitation; we have gone as far as helping our fellow countrymen, providing not only rehabilitation for patients but going beyond that, and venturing into the field of Prosthetics and Orthotics. He also mentioned how the college is a safer, more comfortable teaching friendly facility. What got the crowd’s attention were the following projects bound for the year: Renovation of the canteen into a “first class, state of the art” fully air-conditioned area; the extension of the student lounge, expecting constructions to be finished after 2 months or before classes start for the College of Medicine. He mentioned the newly-renovated library which can accommodate 250-270 students; additional safety measures which will be further ensured in the school premises, which includes fire extinguishers in designated areas of the campus as well as at least 2 fire and earthquake drills this year; renovation of rooms in the hospital expecting construction to finish by the end of the year; and Construction of a PO workshop in the hospital where patients may also consult. He is looking forward to the projects’ finished construction by the end of this calendar year, hoping that it will benefit the students with their studies during their stay in the college. Ending the closing remarks, President Divinagracia thanked the faculty for their dedication and hard work as teachers in UERMMMCI. This year will signify the transformation of UERMMMCI and the College of Allied Rehabilitation Sciences, a transformation every student will look forward to.

Tessie B. Cheng-Cua, IT Senior Assistant Director, Ms. Maria Juliana N. Gasmen, Chief Librarian, Ms. Imelda L. Delos Reyes, University Registrar, Ms. Iris B. Militar, Vice President for Treasury and Budget Officer, Dr. Melvin Juan R. Cleofas, Director for University Health Services, and Ms. Christine G. Bautista, Guidance Counselor, were among those people who further explained the school’s rules and regulations and gave insight on what’s in our university. A virtual tour made by the CAReS’ student council was shown and an open forum where the parents and students are given a chance to ask questions were done. After the orientation, the freshmen were asked to attend the organization fair at Room 501 near the University Auditorium. The clubs from different colleges were grouped together to advertise their club and recruit members from the first year students. Also, student councils took this as an opportunity to collect the student council fee for this year’s activities for the college. Overall, the program was a success. Welcome freshmen!

Opening Exercises and Recognition Day

Freshmen Orientation and Organization Fair 2017 By: Bianca Elaine A. OsorioBy: Dianne Limos and Nicole Suleik

2019

College of Medicine and Graduate School Commencement ExercisesMay 23, 2017

College of Nursing Testimonial Dinner in honor of the Nursing Board Licensure Exam passers

Congratulations for having a 97.37% passing rate!

GRADUATION 2017GRADUATION 2017

Commencement Exercises of Baccalaureate ProgramsApril 30, 2017

22 21