Author Topic: How Many Hospitals in Valencia? (Read 4720 times)

Lorenzo · « **on:** November 09, 2009, 08:28:42 AM »

To Calle, Bugsay and others,

How many hospitals/clinics are there in Valencia? How old are they, what is the state of the medical care provision?

Simple question lang.

Advanced Thanks.
Lorenz.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

bugsay · « **Reply #1 on:** November 09, 2009, 09:33:47 AM »

To Calle, Bugsay and others,

How many hospitals/clinics are there in Valencia? How old are they, what is the state of the medical care provision?

Simple question lang.

Advanced Thanks.
Lorenz.

2 ra man tingale...Dr Guido ug kang Dr.Conching Lim...

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #2 on:** November 09, 2009, 09:43:54 AM »

Noted.

I want to establish a hospital in Valencia.

Not a clinic, but an actual hospital. Western technology in place.

This is part of my life's plan and investment.

I shall have this done.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #3 on:** November 09, 2009, 10:39:13 AM »

bugsay is right. both are tertiary hospitals accredited by the Philippine Health Insurance Commission.

The hospital of Dr. Conching is known as Leona O. Lim Memorial Hospital in honor of their mother. It boasts of daily visits of specialists of renowned practitioners from Cebu City. Other members of Dr.Conching's family also work in the hospital, e.g., Drs. Bebe, Pauline and Ramos.

The other one (Dr. Lims' Clinic and Hospital) is owned by Dr. Conching's distant relative, Dr. Guido Lim. Dr. Guido's wife, Grace, is also a doctor by profession. Dra. Grace is the patient-drawer of the hospital. Other members of the family also work in the hospital, e.g., Dr. Plinio, Dra. Grace's daughter in law, etc.

There is also a clinic owned by Dra. Edith Lim, a pediatrician. Her clinic is also popular in neighboring towns. A long queue is usually seen outside their house which also serves as her clinic. Dra. Edith is a sister in law of Dr. Guido.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #4 on:** November 09, 2009, 10:44:15 AM »

Thank you for the news and update, Calle. Perhaps it is time to consolidate the health care clinics in Valencia.
Much Thanks.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #5 on:** November 09, 2009, 10:50:11 AM »

You mean one health care service provider with all the facilities/technology of a modern hospital, dong?

Or a consolidation of the health care services of the Lim families under one roof?

The latter one is impossible and impractical. Impossible since the two hospitals are owned by business and political rivals. Impractical because it would eliminate competition.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #6 on:** November 09, 2009, 10:59:30 AM »

You mean one health care service provider with all the facilities/technology of a modern hospital, dong?

Or a consolidation of the health care services of the Lim families under one roof?

The latter one is impossible and impractical. Impossible since the two hospitals are owned by business and political rivals. Impractical because it would eliminate competition.

I mean the former, the consolidation of one health care provider (with a consortium of physicians, specialists, medical professionals) and all the facilities and technologies of a modern hospital.

It seems to me, Calle, that there are too many small pockets of clinics in and around Valencia, as I have been discussing this with relatives and members of the Lim family.

What one should do is establish a large hospital and specialty clinics that can accomodate the growing population of not only Valencia, but Garcia Hernandez, Jagna and surrounding towns.

To me, there is alot of potential in this, and considering the dismal lacking of hospitals and clinics in Bohol, which has a population of over 1.2 million people, this is a market that has yet to be harvested.

With proper business planning, political affiliation, and financial backing and investment, and acquisition of proper land, this plan can be come a reality.

I have already discussed this with 2 of my colleagues.

Thanks for the added information.

Best.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #7 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:01:47 AM »

The importance of centralization is key. In time, the clinics and tertiary hospitals can be included as partner systems.

It has come to my ear that the Gallares Hospital in Tagbilaran, for example, needs to be increased in capability.

Investment potential is so very lucrative in Bohol, Cebu.

This has come to the attention of many, many Filipino medical students who wish to repatriate to the homeland.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #8 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:26:44 AM »

the hospital in garcia-hernandez is already closed, dong.

the dr. guido branch of the lim has a hospital in jagna.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #9 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:33:38 AM »

Thanks for the update, like I said, Calle, hospitals are owned by pockets. There should be a partnership of hospitals into one system or a branch of a larger system. Consolidation would pool in greater resources, as well as increase investment potential.

he he he, plans, much plans to do.

Thanks for added info!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #10 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:38:59 AM »

Calle, do you know the Heart Surgical Center in Manila?
It was founded by a physician from Ilo-Ilo, who has pooled American-trained physicians, surgeons, nursing staff to working in the Philipines.

Let me just say that a colleague (classmate of mine) is of that family. I have brought this idea of setting up a large medical system/ hospital system in Cebu-Bohol-Negros-Leyte Region. We both have been influenced by Dr. Ting Tiongco's work "Surgeons Dont Cry".

And we both share interest in bringing health care back to the Philippines.
As there is great potential in the Philippines.
Financial, academic, medical potential.

Our plan is to observe a realization of a similar institution in the Central Visayas.
Considering Cebu is a regional hegemon, and Bohol being a neighbour, we are considering something within the lines.

But, as I said, that requires capital and investment support. Which we are working on. Networking and affiliation is mandated, and we are looking for the aid of the families that be in power.

Potential, there is a lot of potential for Cebu-Bohol when it comes to medical investment. So much, it is ridiculous no one has thought of doing it large scale before.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #11 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:39:18 AM »

that's a very good plan, dong. you may as well prepare a project feasibility study on the plan.

cause even the most advance hospital in tagbilaran city is not the modern hospital we have in mind. liquid boholano families will rather seek treatment in cebu or in manila than in bohol.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #12 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:45:22 AM »

That is indeed a good advice, and it is that kind of mentality that we must break. The mentality that Bohol is secondary to Cebu. True, maybe Cebu may have greater capital capability, but to think that the ability of Boholano physicians, nurses, med techs, pharmacists, etc is secondary to the Sinugboanon is, in my opinion, very uncouth.

Business orientation indicates that the reason why people/patients go to Cebu for medical treatment is because of a failed and poor medical system set in place in Bohol. Due to the lacking of a centralized medical hospital system in Bohol, which can pool greater resources for treatment of patients.

The reality of the matter is that there is no regional medical center in Bohol. Rather, there are pockets of clinics and tertiary hospitals. Limited in scope of practice, and thus, are forced to refer patients to the larger hospital system in Cebu, therefore propagating the notion that there is no good physican or medical force in Bohol.

Bottom line: lack of consolidation results in lack of medical appropriation and provision.

Something that will and must be remedied by the rising batch of physicians that will take place the older generation.
That must be observed for the growth of Bohol. into a First Class Province.

Lorenzo

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #13 on:** November 09, 2009, 11:56:24 AM »

This is the world renowned: Philippine Heart Center.
My classmate's family is the owner and founder of this respectable health system.

That said, it is serious consideration in establishing something similar in the Central Visayas and creation and establishing affiliated hospitals.

The plan, is to establish something in around Cebu-Bohol.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Chongki · « **Reply #14 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:19:17 PM »

all the while i thought phc was a government-owned hopital

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #15 on:** November 09, 2009, 12:24:33 PM »

Philippine Heart Center's Focus:

-----

Inaugurated on February 14, 1975, the Philippine Heart Center was dedicated to the Filipino people as an institution committed to caring for patients with heart and related ailments.
Since then, the Heart Center has stood as a testimony to that commitment to save lives and alleviate thousands who suffer from cardiovascular diseases, a leading cause of death in the Philippines. The Center has brought new hope especially to those who otherwise could not afford specialized medical care.

On its third decade of service, the Heart Center continues to bring renewed hope not just to Filipinos but to the people of the Asia-Pacific region as well as other countries who look to this medical facility as a wellspring of a healthier and longer life. The Center has gained a reputation as one the busiest Congenital Heart Surgery centers in the region where patients travel to the Philippines and receive quality service at reasonable prices.
As symbolized by its four-heart logo, the Heart Center offers a comprehensive program of patient care, education and training, research, and public information. The Center extends the best and most efficient medical services to its patients by maintaining a pool of well-trained and highly-experienced physicians and other medical personnel who utilize some of the latest technology and procedures in cardiovascular science.

Researches in improving the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart ailments is another cornerstone of the institution. An equally important mission is the training of medical staff, nurses and paramedical personnel. And completing its four-fold objective is the task of informing the public about the risk factors as well as the healthy lifestyle that guarantee longer, more productive lives through the Center's public information and community service programs.

At the moment, the Philippine Heart Center is heavily involved in improving its facilities, expanding its capacity and upgrading its human and technological resources to meet the increasing demand for its services. Amidst this self-imposed act of renewal, the Heart Center remains in focus in terms of its primary mission: to care for those who need the best of what medical science with a social conscience has to offer.

http://www.phc.gov.ph/s_about.htm#VISION

----

PHC, is in my opinion, a light despite the continued Philippine Medical Diaspora.
I love what it stands for, and something like this should be established in Cebu and surrounding regions.
So much potential to increase the care and medical provision that PHC vies for, if it should expand its hand in Region 7.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #16 on:** November 09, 2009, 01:14:44 PM »

dong, i think phc is a government hospital.

phc was founded i think by imelda marcos, together with lung center and national kidney institute.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #17 on:** November 09, 2009, 06:56:53 PM »

It is now currently government owned,because the board of trustees are part of the DOH, pero the founders and brainstormers are part of the powerful families. My classmate has family members that are part of the board of trustees, and yes, Calle, the Marcos family have a powerful influence in this establishment.

Cheers!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #18 on:** November 09, 2009, 06:59:36 PM »

But a great plan to be realized, that if something like this could be established in Central Visayas.
With enough investment, business foundation, and governmental support, as well as medical pooling, this can and shall be realized.

What was a dream in 1975 became a reality.

Cheers,

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #19 on:** November 10, 2009, 08:39:08 AM »

bohol, by the way, has no medical school.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #20 on:** November 10, 2009, 01:22:46 PM »

That is true, Calle. Why does not Bohol University consider establishing a medical school?

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #21 on:** November 10, 2009, 01:29:21 PM »

hnu has a plan. they are also planning to convert the downtown building to a hospital. they are also considering making a new building for the hospital in its dampas campus kay banha daw sa downtown, mastress mga patients.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #22 on:** November 10, 2009, 01:43:29 PM »

It is enlightening and opportune to hear these developments!
We are ever watching the progress of the province and eying for any proper strategic investment planning to further implement change in regards to medical establishments.

A host of Filipino-American Medical Students have pledged in establishing a western-style institution in the Central Visayas.

Many of us have been influenced by the works of the famous Dr. Ting Tiongco, a graduate of UPCM.

And a light to the minds of the rising Fil-Am Medical Students.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

junjun · « **Reply #23 on:** November 10, 2009, 06:20:47 PM »

Wow, a very noble plan. Ang Holy Name University sa Tagbilaran kay on going ilang multi-million Hospital. Maayo pud ng imong plan sir para the more the merrier!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #24 on:** November 11, 2009, 06:36:02 PM »

It has always been in my intended long-term interest to return to Valencia, Jun.
There are much needed things to be done in the town, and much opportunity to be seen.
The entire province, in general, is open to good investment.

Let us move forward!
For the betterment of our mga Higalang Bol-anon!

For it does not matter if we are Fil-Am, Can-Am, etc
A valencianon will always be just that: VALENCIANON.

To GOD be the GLORY!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

junjun · « **Reply #25 on:** November 12, 2009, 01:10:02 PM »

sakto ka sir absin makatabang pud ko nimo. Im finishing my phd in sociology pro plano nku nga moventure sa clinical psychology kay dagan kung mga friends nga gihimo ko nilang counselor. Ipangrefer pajud ko although I dont have adequate training in counselling. Basin ma staff ko nimo.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #26 on:** November 12, 2009, 02:23:30 PM »

Junjun, please let us maintain this professional and personal relationship.
If you could email me your info, would love to consider this!
Good luck in the completion of your Ph.D, congrats Jun!
Mag ampo ko maka establish jud ning plano namo, kai dili lang para namo, pero para the whole of Valencia and surrounding towns maka benefit.

Cheers, Prof. Jun!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #27 on:** November 13, 2009, 12:32:23 PM »

Ngiga jud ning mga Valencianhon! Pirte!!!

Pit Senyor ninjo mga Sano!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

junjun · « **Reply #28 on:** November 13, 2009, 07:01:35 PM »

thanx Sir Lorenz. Dugay na ning giplano nku sir kuwang lang jud kug logistics. Ang atung lungsod ba daku jamo pero wala tay private school. Dagahn sa mga maka-afford nga taga atua sa Tagbilaran magpaeskwela. Why not built a school in valencia! This would give Valencianhon the quality education that they deserve. Di man gud mafully hatag sa mga tchers sa VHS kay overloaded sil sa mga estudyante nya understaff. Sa man!

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

TOPAC · « **Reply #29 on:** November 16, 2009, 08:46:05 AM »

pwede ko mag-teach sa school. i can give my services for free. kamo na lang bayad as ako plane tickets, taxicab fees and terminal fees.

i can handle math. ayaw na lang english ha, we can ask ben on that or bolingitboy.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0

Lorenzo · « **Reply #30 on:** December 01, 2009, 06:37:51 PM »

Thank you for your genuine interest, Calle.

Linkback: https://tubagbohol.mikeligalig.com/index.php?topic=23627.0