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r. Lilia P. Luna, our guest of honor and inducting officer,
Dr. Sylvia A. Carnero, 2011 POGS President, members
of the new and outgoing BOT, Past Presidents of the
POGS, Prof. Wulf Utian, PBOG chair and members, CREED
chair and members, Regional Directors, Chapter Presidents, Mr.
Herman Esling, Assistant Vice President and General Manager
of Biofemme, members of the organizing committee, ladies and
gentlemen, good evening.
Fellow POGS members, thank you very much for giving me
this rare and distinct opportunity of being President of our
distinguished society for 2012. The road towards the POGS
presidency was filled with a lot of challenges. Some of you have
been witness to some of them. When I was still young, I have
always wanted to be a doctor. My concept then of a doctor was
that of a general practitioner, as my 2 uncles were. They were
very successful and were highly regarded by the people in the
community. Even as I pursued my medical studies in Manila, I
never had it in my mind that one day I would be president of
a medical society. I became involve with POGS because of my
superiors in FEU-NRMF. They were the ones who nominated
or included me in the committees that they headed and in
the activities of POGS. I thank them very much because this
has opened a lot of opportunities for me, leading to the POGS
presidency. I will now beg your indulgence as I give you my
thoughts for the coming year.
For the year 2012, my primary thrust will be on the promotion of
Women’s Reproductive Health and Rights. In his address during
the just concluded September 2011 AOCOG Convention in Taipei,
current FIGO president, Prof. G. I. Serour, said that “reproductive
and sexual ill health accounts for an estimated one third (1/3)
of the global burden of disease and early death in women of
reproductive age (15-44 yrs)”. I sincerely agree with his statement.
There is no area in health in which inequality is as striking and
as wide as in women’s health globally. In the Philippines, this
is clearly demonstrated in the status of health of marginalized
compared with well-to-do women, uneducated or less educated
compared to well-educated women and women in rural areas
compared to women in urban areas. As physicians, and fellows
of a society as prestigious and well-placed as the POGS, we have
been privileged with the ability, capacity, and resources to try to
bridge this gap. Our ultimate objective, after-all, is the delivery
of the best medical care possible to all women of our nation,
not just to an advantaged few. This is no easy task as I am sure
you would agree. Neither are the outcomes immediate. As with
any noble goal in life, there are often a multitude of barriers to
overcome. FIGO World Report on Women’s Health listed global
challenges which I think we can all closely identify with. These
are as follows:
Mary Judith Q. Clemente, MD
T
he 2011 POGS Annual
Convention was a mixture
of recreation and learning
as obstetrician-gynecologists from
all over the country gathered
at the Philippine International
Convention Center (PICC) and
the Sofitel Philippine Plaza to
discover and learn advances in
the field, as well as to celebrate
Dr. Mary Judith Q.
camaraderie and reunite with
Clemente
friends and colleagues. The theme,
Recent Advances in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN): Towards the Millennium Development Goals,
was in keeping with the vision of POGS to alleviate the
present condition of Filipino mothers, ensuring them of a
safe pregnancy and allowing them access to appropriate
reproductive health care.
Dr. Rey H. de los Reyes, POGS President for 2012
• Insufficient political commitment and funding for health services
• Difficulty in achieving intersectoral action for health
• Health workforce shortage or inadequate utilization of
existing health workforce
• Lack of continuing education and training
• Lack of recording, monitoring, and accountability
• Rapid demographic and epidemiological changes
• Natural and man-made disasters
• Conservative and religious group pressure (optional)
We realize that most if not all of these difficulties exist in our
country. The next important step after identification of these
challenges is obviously, to develop effective solutions that have
not only urgent but more importantly, long-lasting and preventive
value. Therefore, it would be worthwhile to contemplate on
the different components of Women’s Reproductive and Sexual
Health as it entwines with the different elements of MDG. The
8 MDGs were based on agreements made at UN conferences in
the 1990s. The MDGs, thus, becomes a form of blueprint agreed
to by all of the world’s countries and all of the world’s leading
development institutions as they pledged to combine their efforts
and draw up programs to meet the needs of the world’s poorest.
Our country, the Philippines, is a signatory to this agreement. It is
does implied that we should participate in the activities towards
achievements of these goals.
The Millennium Development Goals are:
1. Eradicate extreme poverty and hunger
2. Achieve universal primary education
3. Promote gender equality and empower women
4. Reduce child mortality
5. Improve maternal health
6. Combat HIV/AIDS, malaria and other diseases
7. Ensure environmental sustainability
8. Develop a global partnership for development
Analysis of the health-related MDGs would show that
their attainment is closely dependent on the promotion and
attainment of the different elements of Reproductive and Sexual
Health. In fact, the ICPD in 1994 which sets the basis for the
elements of RH, for which again our country is one of the
Dr. Rey H. de los Reyes with Dr. Sylvia de las Alas-Carnero,
outgoing 2011 POGS President during the turnover rites
(turn to page 3)
The highlight of this year’s convention, the lecture and
plenary sessions, was graced by luminaries in the field
to include several world-renowned speakers, as well as
local experts.
November 9 started with the plenary sessions on Safe
Motherhood with lectures on the prevention and management
of some of the more common, albeit challenging, OB-GYN
conditions. The keynote lecture was delivered by Prof.
Takeshi Aso as he elaborated on how he perceives the
practice of obstetrics and gynecology will evolve in 10 years.
With the improving quality of healthcare, more women are
living longer lives. As obstetrician-gynecologists, we have
to be adept in addressing peculiar conditions for this special
group of patients. Another interesting plenary session was
that given by Ms. Ugochi Daniels as she talked about how
POGS and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
can forge a partnership to further women’s healthcare. The
afternoon, on the other hand, was devoted to simultaneous
lecture sessions on feto-maternal medicine, menopause and
reproductive endocrinology, oncology and pelvic surgery.
Speakers from here and abroad shared valuable insights
in their fields of expertise.
The next day started off with plenary sessions on reproductive
endocrinology and infertility with lectures on the advances
in areas like hormonal contraception, hormone replacement
therapy and even robotic surgery. Even if technology like this
is still in the horizon for the country, Filipino obstetriciangynecologists, no doubt, are more than capable of being
leaders in the field of reproductive endocrinology. The
simultaneous afternoon sessions were divided into four
groups: gynecologic endoscopy and infertility, adolescent
and pediatric gynecology, infectious diseases and obstetric
hemorrhage.
The last lecture day was capped off by the very relevant
and challenging field of gynecologic oncology. The
lectures were composed of topics on learning and teaching
gynecologic surgery, methotrexate in OB-GYN practice, the
new International Federation in Obstetrics and Gynecology
(FIGO) staging and the possible pitfalls of colposcopy. The
afternoon session was composed of interesting lectures on
non-hemorrhagic obstetric emergencies, difficult labor,
urogynecology and menstrual disorders.
The 2011 POGS Annual Convention was truly a successful
forum for revisiting the basics as well as discovering the
advances in the field of OB-GYN. Congratulations to all
the organizers of this event as we end another annual
convention and prepare for the next year ahead.
Committee on IMMUNIZATION FOR WOMEN
A SUB-COMMITTEE OF WOMEN’S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH ADVOCACY
Susan Pelea-Nagtalon, MD
Project Director
IFW Taskforce
PROJECT DIRECTOR: LEADER, IFW WORKING GROUP: SECRETARY
IFW RESEARCH RESOURCE PERSON: Susan Pelea-Nagtalon MD
Ricardo M. Manalastas Jr. MD
Christia S. Padolina MD
Antonia E. Habana MD
Members
Guadalupe N. Villanueva MD
Angel R. Bandola MD
Jericho Thaddeus P. Luna MD
Benjamin D. Cuenca MD
Christine D. Dizon MD.
Patricia M. Kho MD
Lylah D. Reyes MD
Rey H. de los Reyes MD
Sybil Lizanne R. Bravo MD
Analyn F. Fallarme MD
Lorina Q. Esteban MD
Martha M. Aquino MD
Jennifer T. Co MD
Jessica O. Cruz MD
Shown below is the summary of the 2011
undertakings of the IFW Working Group:
February 2, 2011
Cravings, Shangrila Mall,
Ortigas Center
IFW Taskforce
General Meeting and
Orientation to CPG
Development
March 29, 2011
POGS Assembly Hall, QC
Initial Presentation of the IFW Taskforce and POGS Officers
Policies and Guidelines
May 20, 2011
Diamond Hotel,
Roxas, Boulevard
Final Presentation to
Stakeholders
Taskforce
Board of Trustees
Regional Directors,
PBOG, CREED; Chairs
& Training Officers of
POGS-accredited training
institutions, POGS CME,
AMHOP, Phil. Society of
Family Physicians, PSMID,
Phil. Foundation for
Vaccination,
Perinatal Association
of the Phils.
PSREI, PSCM
July 1, 2011
Midas Hotel, Pasay City
Review and Editing of
Manuscripts
Dr. Susan Nagtalon
Dr. Ricardo Manalastas Jr.
Dr. Guadalupe Villanueva
Dr. Angel Bandola
Dr. Christia Padolina
ANNUAL REPORT 2011: Women’s Health is about prevention, screening, diagnosis and management
of conditions affecting women across the continuum. Undoubtedly, prevention has been the key
factor in maintaining good health and preventing diseases.
One of the important preventive strategies that has proven its worth through the years, is
VACCINATION. In the POGS, we have observed the gradual rise in its inclusion in healthcare
management among our members since 2006.
This year, the IFW Working Group embarked on formulating the POLICIES and RECOMMENDATIONS
for Immunization in Women. Dr. Ricardo Manalastas Jr. led the group in the performance of this
task, and before the end of the first half of the year, this was completed and submitted to the CPG
Committee for presentation to the Board of Trustees for final approval. It is the group’s fervent hope
that the printed handbook (though an educational grant from GSK) be available for free to thePOGS
members of good standing.
The section on ‘Vaccinations for Pregnant Women’ was submitted to Dr. Eric Tayag of the Phil.
Foundation for Vaccination, for inclusion in the CPG for Adult Vaccination.
Presentations of the 2011 module on IFW Policies and Recommendations to the POGS NCR (August
17, 2011; 100 attendees) and Region III (October 13, 2011; 120 attendees) were undertaken. More
cascades will be done in 2012 in coordination with the Regional Directors.
All taskforce
members in attendance,
POGS RH Advocacy
Committee Chair Dr. Mario
Bernardino
IFW 2011 Module Topics:
Part I Preconception and Interconception Vaccines: Influenza, Td, Tdap
Part II Postpartum Vaccines: Hepatitis B, MMR, VaricellaOther Vaccines:
Hepatitis A, Pneumococcal, HPV
Millennium Run
for Women’s
Health Winners
DOCTORS CATEGORY
MALE
10K 1st : Jeric Castrillo, MD
2nd : Romerico Torres, MD
3rd : John Coloma, MD
5K
1st : Erick Labios, MD
2nd : Norberto Toy, MD
3rd : Romeo Santos, Jr., MD
3K
1st : Genio Jose, MD
2nd : Ronie Borgunia, MD
3rd : Roberto Abat, MD
1.5K
1st : Virgilio Castro, MD
2nd : Ike Dizon, MD
3rd : Felipe Estrella, MD FEMALE
10K
1st : Gerda Cuestas, MD
2nd : Rowena Tabio, MD
3rd : Duchen Banal-Silao, MD
5K
1st : Caridad Ramos, MD
2nd : Marie Claire Rodil Brion, MD
3rd : Therese Mallen, MD
3K
1st : Maria Adesita Denalay, MD
2nd : Nelinda Pangilinan,MD
3rd : Merrybelle Lupas, MD
1.5K
1st : Sharon Macasandia, MD
2nd : Ida Balanan, MD
3rd : Geralyn De Vera, MD
NON-DOCTORS CATEGORY
2
MALE
10K 1st : Welson Maninquil
2nd : Mat Ohalloran
3rd : Jandel Pastasas
5K
1st : Edmond Corpuz
2nd : Melanio Ayala
3rd : Glen Faraon
3K
1st : Benjo Narciso
2nd : Migue Narciso
3rd : Gaston Beloso, MD
1.5K
1st : Raphael Lorenzo Valenzuela
2nd : Zeth Rick Quizon
3rd : Zeke Dizon
FEMALE
10K
1st : Keshia Fule
2nd : Estuar Mitch
3rd : Keylyn Dela Paz
5K
1st : Pitchie Tamayo
2nd : Cheska Jimenez
3rd : MM Cabanban
3K
1st : Helen Castillo
2nd : Regina Castillo
3rd : Julia Balanag
1.5K
1st : Yna Albarracin
2nd : Chris Magpantay
3rd : Leah Guilot
Inaugural Address
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signatories, stated that all countries should strive to make accessible reproductive health to all
individuals of appropriate age as soon as possible and no later than the year 2015. The same date
set-forth by the MDG. It is worthwhile to stress that the attainment of MDG GOALS especially
3, 4, 5 and 6 can be made possible with the realization of the different elements of reproductive
health. To illustrate, the achievement of gender equality and women empowerment in health
care delivery is one effective strategy to improve both maternal and child health. Appropriate
nationwide application of the PMAC obviously reduces maternal morbidity and mortality.
Promotion of aggressive educational campaigns, and screening on reproductive tract infections
is the most effective scheme to control HIV/AIDS, malaria and others.
In relation to MDG 5, it is said that though some progress is being made in reducing maternal
mortality, only 5 countries of the 68 countdown nations have attained 97% reduction of maternal
and child deaths and only they are on track to achieve this goal. World-wide, more than 50% of
all maternal deaths occur in six countries: India, Nigeria, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Ethiopia and
Democratic Republic of Congo. In the Philippines, the UN report stated that as of 2010 “The
decline of Maternal Mortality has slowed down considerably and appears to have stalled, and
this goal has been identified as the least likely to be achieved for the Philippines.” From an
MMR of 162/100,000 live births in 2006, the MMR in 2010 is still at 130/100,000 live births, still
far from the target of 52/100,000 live births by 2015 which is only 4 years away from now. This
underscores the need for all of us to all work together in order to further reduce the gap for
our target MMR. There is no more time to lose. We must work hand in hand in order to make
an impact in our effort to lower the MMR. We have existing programs that are actually now
being implemented. These programs must be continued, and if needed, modified and their goals
redirected in response to the urgency demanded of the times. These are the ALARM Course,
MDG Countdown, Immunization for Women and RH activities. It is my firm belief that the MDG
Countdown will work better if supported/aided by the ALARM Course. The current thrust of
ALARM of including non-POGS members to participate in its courses is very laudable and I
hope will be continued.
Dr. Rey H. de los Reyes and family
MDG 5 cannot be achieved by us obstetricians alone. In accordance with other international
health organizations, we should coordinate our efforts with other paramedical workers who
also render similar services to our clients. It is therefore important that we continue to tieup with midwives and nurses organizations like the Integrated Midwives Association of the
Philippines (IMAP) and the Philippine Nurses Association (PNA). Reinforcing the knowledge
and skills of the midwives is especially essential because most of our births are actually attended
by midwives and not by doctors in most low resource areas throughout the country. We must
therefore persevere in giving courses in order to improve their knowledge and skills including
the immediate identification and anticipation of obstetric complications for expedited medical
attention. This training will enhance the delivery of the best possible obstetric care to our women,
especially to those who are less privileged. They are the ones who need help the most and yet
currently they are also the ones for whom medical and obstetrical care is most inaccessible. We
should continue to strengthen our community service activities and evaluate the impact of such
services in addressing the needs of our womenfolk.
I would also give my thanks to all the pharmaceutical companies who have supported not only
our annual convention this year but also the other activities POGS all these years, most especially
MSD, GSK, DKT, Sanofi and Ferring Pharma, Thank you very much. May you not get tired of
supporting POGS so that we can attain our Mission and Vision.
The Committee on Women’s Reproductive Health has already started this year on lay education on
RH by conducting training of trainers on relevant topics on RH. We should introduce amendments
to its functions and objectives to be abreast with the current situations and needs. It should be
the committee in facilitating, organizing, and evaluating all RH-related projects and activities of
the major committees of our society. Hence, its most important function is one of integration so
that necessary overlaps, delays, inadequacies can be more efficiently identified and remediation
effected in the soonest possible time.
One area in women’s reproductive health that requires sustained aggressive efforts is cervical
cancer. In the Philippines, it remains to be the 2nd most common cancer in women and the most
common gynecologic cancer. Its estimated national standardized mortality rate is 5.3/100,000, based
on the 2010 Philippine Cancer Facts and Estimate. In 2010, it is estimated that there will be 1,984
deaths due to this disease. About 56% of Filipino women with cervical cancer will die within 5
years. The high mortality is due to its late diagnosis. About 2/3 of cervical cancer in our country are
diagnosed in the advanced stage where mortality is high. Median survival 76 months and the five
year survival 51.7%. About 12 Filipino women die each day of cervical cancer. This is lamentable
given the fact that the cause of cervical cancer has long been identified, the HPV. It is a preventable
and curable cancer. I feel that the primary cause of its high incidence and late diagnosis is the
lack of knowledge among women at risk about cervical cancer. It is therefore imperative that we
educate these women and give them the appropriate information on preventive action and early
diagnosis. This is the main objective of the program is “Women First” – this is a lay information
campaign on cervical cancer. This is to encourage women to take action against cervical cancer.
We have prepared a lay lecture which can be delivered by any obstetrician/gynecologist. This was
initially launched in August of 2009. I hope that we will be able to reach out to more women next
year and the coming years so we can have an impact in reducing cervical cancer in our country. I
appeal to all of you to help and actively participate in this campaign. The lay module is available
for you to use in your practice and community service activities.
A simple but time-tested tool for effective health care, as I am sure you would all agree, is the
strengthening of doctor-patient relationship. Based on POGS Ethical Guidelines, we have developed
the slogan “My OB, My Partner in Health” which appeals to me as the “battle-cry” of the 2012
administration. As the primary physician of women, we should establish good rapport with the
patient we serve. Inaccessibility may not always pertain to geographic and financial barriers but
to patient’s fears and misconceptions as well. No woman should be made to feel intimidated in
approaching us. They should feel free to openly tell us their problems concerning their health
without fear of judgment, prejudice or persecution. Such is as integral part of the patient’s rights.
Though we ourselves are humans bearing our own beliefs and biases, we must overcome these as
we strive to listen and attend to our patients. Good communication and rapport will always lead
to good management and preventive care. In addition, a good doctor-patient relationship often
discourages medico-legal proceedings.
I commend the past administrations for the initiation and implementation of many worthwhile
projects of the society. These include the ALARM, AHIP, IFW, and the MDG Countdown. We fully
intend to continue these endeavors.
To the newly inducted fellows of the POGS, congratulations and welcome to the society. I
would like to repeat the entreaty of my predecessor Dr. Sylvia Carnero that when you go back
tomorrow to your practice, you will continue to be advocates for women’s health. Obstetrician
and Gynecologists have an important role to play as service providers, health educators, trainers,
mentors and advocates for women’s reproductive and sexual health. To hers I add my personal
appeal. Please stay and help us plug that brain drain. Your country needs you.
Before I end, allow me a few more minutes to express my sincerest gratitude to the following:
To the dedicated people who have collectively made this convention a success- the chairs and
members of the organizing committee:
Dr. Sylvia Carnero, Honorary Chair, Dr. Jennifer Co, Convention Secretary; Members: Dr. Christia
Padolina, Dr. Jericho Thaddeus Luna and Dr. Efren Domingo; Arrangements: Drs. Rommel Duenas
and Lylah Reyes; Documentation: Drs. Ma. Julieta Germar and Lilli May Cole
Exhibits: Drs. Rosemarie Tiburcio and Benjamin Cuenca; Hospitality and Tours: Drs. Joan TanGarcia and Prudence Aquino; Programs and Invitation: Drs. Ma. Carmen Quevedo and Anna
Lyn Matignas; Registration: Drs. Caridad Molino and Emmanuel Dagala; Scientific Program:
Drs. Lilia Luna and Florante Gonzaga; Socials: Drs. Anna Belen Alenzuela and Zeny Malilay
Souvenir Program: Drs. Gil Gonzalez and Marie Alleli de Castro; Sports: Drs. Rudie Frederick
Mendiola and Marinella Agnes Abat; Ways and Means: Drs. Nelinda Catherine Pangilinan and
Jericho Thaddeus Luna
To my mentors- Dr. Lilia P. Luna, Dr. Flordeliza Baltazar, Dr. Delfin Tan, Dr. Evelyn Palaypayon,
Dr. Sylvia Carnero, Dr. Deane Campo-Cruz and the rest of my FEU-NRMF family for the
support and inspiration. To my mentors in Gynecologic Oncology: Drs. Luciano Sotto, Augusto
Manalo and Genara Limson. To my colleagues from Jose R. Reyes Memorial Medical Center
especially Dr. Marife Perez and the rest of the consultant staff; To my colleagues from Rizal
Medical Center especially Dr. Bernardita Javier and the rest of the consultant staff; To my
colleagues from Mary Chiles General Hospital and Ospital ng Makati; To my former residents
who are now my colleagues and co-fellows; My heartfelt gratitude to all of you. Let me also
thank my family, my brothers, sisters and relatives, for their support and understanding.
To my children, Ryan and Kaye, the most important people in my life, my inspiration and
strength in facing all the challenges of life. Lastly, I give thanks to the Almighty God from
whom all good things come.
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Valedictory Address
Sylvia de las Alas-Carnero, MD
A
POGS President 2011
nother busy and memorable year has drawn to a close. The society looks back
with pride and thanks for the opportunities for growth that came our way and
the blessings of energy and collective ability to accomplish them. We also look
forward with hope that these endeavors will continue to bear fruit as we work for the
full realization of our fellowship’s mission and vision. In so short a time, the POGS has
made significant steps towards this and have taken up well from where we left off a year
before. We thank our able past leaderships and efforts that have provided us with the
inspiration and motivation to do so. These have certainly made my job easier. I deliver this
address tonight as a testament to the skills, resourcefulness, commitment, and generosity
that marks each and every member of our fellowship and the people who have helped
us in pushing forth our advocacies. And I do so with respect and appreciation for the
society that we are and the privilege for service that has been given to us.
entity from PBOG. It has embarked on an intensified program
on training of trainors, resident mentoring for examination
preparation and resident performance evaluation. In addition,
a CREED handbook for training standardization has been
formulated for distribution in all accredited hospitals nationwide.
Thank you very much, Dr. Evelyn Palaypayon.
The community service has conducted outreach programs to
low resource areas in seven regions conducting major surgeries,
ligations, ultrasound examination, cryosurgery procedures,
VIA, prenatal check ups in addition to lay health education on
reproductive health and adolescent health in coordination with
the AHIP. For 2011, the AHIP has lectured to some 13,000 students
from throughout the country with new and updated modules.
My gratitude to Drs. Mayumi Bismark, Maricar Quevedo, the
Regional Directors, and the various health advocates who have
assisted us in these activities.
Dr. Carnero with incoming president Dr. Rey H. de los Reyes and
Dr. Christia S. Padolina, secretary
When you gave me the honor of the presidency a year ago, I set
before you the roadmap with which I believe will bring us closer
to the realization of our organizational objectives. I remember the
anxious thoughts I entertained then and the times I would ask
myself if I could do justice to the role that you have bestowed
on me. But as each day passed, I realized that these fears were
unfounded simply because I have you all at my side. Tonight,
I am again reporting to you but this time, there are no more
anxieties. There is only joy and gladness for the accomplishments
of our fellowship. We have delivered. So allow me briefly to
highlight to you the fruits of our labor for this year:
The WRHA committee has conducted an RH forum for the
purpose of updating members of the latest status of the RH bill
on both senate and congress and providing an opportunity for
clarifying issues and misconceptions on the bill. It has initiated
the training of trainors on RH lay lectures in many areas of
the country for the purpose of disseminating lay education on
reproductive health and related issues. In cooperation with the
MSD, the committee held the health education on reproduction
(HER) summit for the membership. The summit included not only
medical lectures on common reproductive concerns as urinary
tract infection, immunization and updates on contraception but
also included the status of the RH bill and Women’s sexual and
reproductive health rights. AS special guest, we had the privilege
of hearing none other than Senator Pia Cayetano as she presented
the Bill’s updates in the upper house. I am also very happy to
announce that the POGS, through the sponsorship of the UNFPA,
has awarded a technical / equipment grant for quality care to
seven regions amounting to P1,000,000. Modern family planning
methods funded by the UNFPA were implemented by the
committee during the community outreach activities. Committee
Dr. Sylvia de las Alas-Carnero
members also attended the various symposia conducted
nationwide regarding the different RH elements including those
for HIV-AIDS, contraceptives and emergency contraception. The
POGS has also consistently sent representatives to the senate and
congressional hearings on the RH Bill and other related bills to
keep membership updated on important legislative proceedings.
Thank you, Dr. Mario Bernardino for a job well done.
This year the ALARM course has been given in five regions of
the country- regions 8, 6, 3, 1 and the NCR. Participants included
accredited residency training graduates who have not passed
the specialty board examinations. The purpose of which is to
motivate them to retake the examinations and improve test
performance. Thank you to the dedicated ALARM faculty.
The MDG countdown launched in 2010 has been continued
this year with suggested revisions and improvements for
future implementation. It is the hope of this administration that
improvement of midwifery skills especially in early detection
or anticipation of obstetric complications through such training
workshops will help lower our maternal mortality rates. My
gratitude to Drs. Regta Pichay and Cynthia Tan.
We have also made our stand on various issues to the PMA
including revisions in PHIC regulations and establishing an
RVU assignment for additional procedures such as the creation
of a neovagina and amniocentesis. We are currently petitioning
for a return to original case payment rates for cesarean section
which as you know has been lowered considerably. I would like
to acknowledge the efforts of the Task Force chair, Dr. Blanca
De Guia-Fuerte.
In matters of POGS representation to the various hearings
in both upper and lower house, I would also like to thank
Dr. Santiago del Rosario for his diligence in attending these
sessions.
In my capacity as chair of external affairs, our society has
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As a reflection of the dynamism of the POGS, we have revised
our mission vision to fit the demands of the changing times and
have realigned our future action plans accordingly as you are all
aware. This is also our banner year for updates. The society has
a new administrative manual to help facilitate and expedite our
daily proceedings as an organization. I would like to thank Dr.
Bernardita B. Javier for this. A new ethical guidelines handbook
which would include critical updates on areas such as of
reproductive health and contraception, infertility and assisted
reproductive techniques, neonatal and perinatal care, end of life
care to name a few. This is for free distribution to all members
of the society. Thank you to Dr, Lourdes Blanco Capito. We have
five new clinical practice guidelines that have been launched
to add to the nine that are already in circulation. These are
the CPGs on Immunization for Women, Diabetes Mellitus in
Pregnancy, Multiple Pregnancy, Gestational Trophoblastic
Disease and the updated CPG on Abnormal Bleeding. A sixth
one which is being completed in cooperation with the WHO
and DOH is on Intrapartum and Immediate Postpartum Care. I
want to acknowledge the efforts of Dr. Efren Domnigo for these
accomplishments.
New guidelines for the Mutual Assistance Program has been
set this year. These will serve to provide more benefits and
financial assistance to our members. My gratitude to Dr. Manuel
Ramos.
For this year, the Council for Residents’ Education, Enhancement,
and Development or CREED has been established as a separate
Dr. Carnero with her family together with Dr. Evelyn P. Palaypayon, 2005 POGS president
Valedictory Address
(continued from page 4)
had constant and continued representation and participation
in various scientific conferences locally and internationally
including the Mutual Recognition Agreement on Medical
Practitioners in Singapore. In this conference, the Philippines
is one of the signatories of the ten ASEAN member states.
This important agreement seeks to improve the quality of
health care and promote best care practices throughout the
region by continued upgrading of training and information
sharing among practitioners in the entire region. This also
seeks to facilitate mobility of medical practitioners within
the ASEAN.
We will be complying with the mandate of the PMA and the
PRC with regards the updating of our registry. The form
has been distributed amongst the members. It can also be
downloaded from our website (www.pogsinc.org). I ask you
to please accomplish this form in the soonest possible time.
Permit me then just a few more moments to make my
acknowledgementsTo Dr. Lilia Luna, thank you for your gracious presence as
guest of honor and inducting officer of tonight’s POGS annual
convention closing ceremonies.
I congratulate the 2011 POGS Organizing Committee, headed
by Dr. Rey de los Reyes and the Chairs, Co-chairs and members
of the various subcommittees for their dedication, patience
and industry in coming up with yet another successful
convention. Your work is truly inspired and inspiring. Thank
you for being a supportive vice president.
L-R: Jericho Thaddeus P. Luna, MD, Treasurer, Enrico Gil C. Oblepias, MD, Member, Mario A. Bernardino, MD, Member, Christia S.
Padolina, MD, Secretary, Rey H. de los Reyes, MD, President, Raul M. Quillamor, MD, Vice President, Ma. Carmen H. Quevedo, P.R.O.,
MD, Mayumi S. Bismark, MD, Member, Blanca C. de Guia-Fuerte, MD, Member, Anne Marie C. Trinidad, MD, Member, and Ramon M.
Gonzalez, MD, Member
To the 2011 Board of Trustees - you have never, even for one
moment given me cause to regret my presidency. I thank
you all most sincerely for making my term easy and smooth
sailing. Thank you for going that extra mile, you are all a
joy to work with. My special thanks to my very reliable
Secretary, Dr. Christia Padolina, for her efficiency and for
taking care of the details of daily governance. My sincerest
gratitude also to the Treasurer, Dr. Ricky Luna, the PRO, Dr.
Efren Domingo, and the members of the Board of TrusteesDrs. Mario Bernardino, Mayumi Bismark, Virgilio Castro,
Blanca De Guia-Fuerte, Ramon Gonzalez and Anne Marie
Trinidad.
To all the chairs and members of the various POGS committees,
my congratulations for your achievements in behalf of the
society. Thank you for your support and industry.
To the newly elected 2012 Board, my congratulations and my
thanks in advance for I know you will pursue our beloved
society’s mission and vision, and that you will continue the
many worthwhile projects and activities in women’s health
care and education.
To my colleagues and friends, thank you for your support
and inspiration and for never failing me in my times of need.
I would like to acknowledge my FEU-NRMF family, my
UDMC family, and AFP V. Luna family for believing and
trusting in me.
To my husband Ding, my son Ryan and his wife Karren,
and my beloved granddaughter Yna- thank you for your
understanding and for the love and inspiration.
To my BFF, Evelyn, thank you for always being there for
me.
So I end this talk as I end my presidency- with gratitude,
joy and hope. Gratitude for the privilege that the society
has given me as president of this prestigious fellowship.
It is both a humbling and exhilarating experience. The
presidency has allowed me a wider perspective of the
magnitude of the task behind pushing for optimum
reproductive health care and well-being for the Filipina
and her family. Yet despite this, I have realized the strength
of enlightened and collective effort. No problem will
prove insurmountable for a fellowship of more than 3000
dedicated, generous, and skilled women’s health advocates
which makes up our society. To the new fellows, I add all of
you to these numbers. I ask you tonight, even as I give you
my most sincerest congratulations and welcome, to continue
to support our advocacies and work for our objectives.
Tonight as you swear your allegiance to the fellowship, you
will be making these goals your own. I am confident that the
support of the membership that has been rendered to me as
well as all the other presidents before me will continue for
the subsequent leadership. This gives me hope that a better
life for all our nation’s women, regardless of age, creed, or
social standing, is soon within reach.
Above all, I thank God Almighty for making all these things
happen. Good evening to all.
New Diplomates
Dr. Carnero inducting
both the new fellows
and diplomates
New Fellows
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Teaching Resident-Physician Trainees how to perform Obstetric-Gynecologic Procedures:
Scrubbing intraoperatively with our trainees during the performance of a Gynecologic procedure,
like a Total Hysterectomy. Or to teach a Primary or a Repeat cesarean section. It is the end of another
Residency Training Year. During this period, the need to see our trainees perform a “swan song”
procedure. Often, it is not frequent for us to correct the trainee in the proper handling of the surgical
instruments. Like for instance the metzembaum scissors. The traditional and repeated admonition
to use the Metz with its tip directed on its concave facing towards the specimen. Not the reverse.
Many times, this simple admonition, (as simple as how to use/handle the spoon and fork when a
toddler starts learning how to eat with the spoon and the fork) is not being observed by our very
own trainees at the threshold of graduation.
Year End in Residency Training: Most of the resident physician trainees may be passing evaluation
but a few will probably fail, or a few will need an extension. To those who pass and get promoted
to the next upper year level, the challenge is to finish the 4-year residency training in four years, not
more. The extension of several weeks or months may be a needed method in order to learn and relearn many fundamental and basic knowledge/s that are not assimilated during the training year
that is almost finished. To those who will not pass, those who may be pyramidalyzed (as they call
the system), the usual action says- vertical system subject to passing evaluation- the admonition is to
repeat the whole year level in the same institution, or get out of the institution in another one with a
milder and gentler evaluation scheme.
Tidbits: 1.) The graduation ceremonies of the resident physician trainees vary in terms of magnitude
of preparations, by virtue of the venue, the attires, the catering, and in fact up to the level of
programme content. 2.) The first ten years of private practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology is the
most difficult. You might meet your most serious morbidities during these years. 3.) The second
ten years of private practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology is the decade of stabilization of skills,
decorum and decision-making. You usually start mellowing down. 4.) The third ten years of practice
of Obstetrics and Gynecology, you tend to start slowing down, yet you are actually at your prime.
You may commit the least number of morbidities. You earn more and you tend to charge highest
compared to the past three decades.
The POGS cycle of Ups and Downs: 1.) The POGS is on its 65th Year! 2.) The POGS Annual Income
is Positive in Growth. 3.) The POGS Fairview property is gaining in value in terms of price/sqm.
4.) The Audit of the POGS accounts shows stability and solid foundation 5.) Dr Quillamor and Dr.
Padolina. 6.) The POGS lot in Malakas street is being planned for a future project. A project team to
be appointed? 7.) The CREED and The PBOG. 8.) The PBOG and the CREED. 9.) The new POGS
Certificate of Good Standing 10.) The PHIC cesarean section benefits 11.) The UNFPA funding of the
MDG Project in the Philippines 12.) The New 2011 CPGs launched by the POGS. 13.) The forthcoming
Christmas and New Year Holidays after a 2011 full of work and endeavors.
Profound Gratitude: Thank you to 1.) The 2011 Officers and Board of Directors of the POGS 2.) The
PBOG and The CREED 3.) The Regional Directors 4.) The Committee Heads and Members of all
Standing Committees of the POGS 5.) The Chairs and Training Officers of all Accredited Institutions
for Training in the Country 6.) The members of the CPG Committee 7.) The members of the Committee
of the PRO, the Newsletter and the WEBPAGE 8.) Secretaries of the PRO, Newsletter and WEBPAGE
and the CPGs, Mel, Nelfia, Joy, and the Executive Secretary, Ms. Cora Roque. Thank you for the three
years to be of service to POGS.
Dr. Jack D. Sobel
Dr. Aso with Drs. Pagtakhan-Luna, Carnero, and de los Reyes
Prof. Takeshi Aso, MD, PhD,
Keynote Lecturer
Dr. Paktakhan-Luna, keynote speaker and inducting officer with
Drs. Co, Carnero, de los Reyes and Padolina
Dr. Lilia Pagtakhan-Luna, POGS
President, 1991, Keynote Speaker and
Inducting Officer
Dr. Helen Grace Te-Santos, Ramon Lopez Awardee for Community
Service being congratulated by Dr. Gonzaga and Dr. Carnero
Ms. Ugochi Daniels of United
Nations Population Fund
Dr. Ryan Borja Capitulo, Constantino P. Manahan Young
Researcher Awardee with Drs. Padolina, Gonzaga and
Carnero
Dr. Helen Grace Te-Santos and family with Drs. Padolina,
Gonzaga and Dr. Carnero
Drs. Gonzaga and Carnero together with the family of
Dr. Capitulo
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We are requesting for continous support from all of you. Kindly deposit your cash donations to
BPI Divisoria, current account under the name POGS region 10 with account number 935-8055-15.
Please scan the deposit slip and send an e mail copy to [email protected] which is the personal
e-mail of Dr. Jana Tusalem.
POGS national is also accepting donations as indicated in our call for help. We will be sending
acknowledgement receipts as donations come in. It’s the time to be generous and it’s time to help
our kababayan.
We all have our individual problems and concerns which sometimes appear insurmountable and
overwhelming. We even question why events occur when they’re not suppose to. Time is precious.
Let’s do what we can NOW and trust HIM that in time, things will be fine .
To all of you who were with me in 2011, thank you very much.
O
In the spirit of Christmas. . .
Let’s help our Filipino brothers and sisters in CDO and Iligan
h how time flies so FAST! It seems like I just started my term as Board secretary last
January of 2011 and now it’s almost 2012.
Time is relative. It is what we make of it. Relationships and friendships are preferably honest,
permanent and long lasting. Positions and accolades are temporary laurels. Sometimes we are jolted
out of our complacency for a reason. The reason might not be evident outright but in due time it
will be. When the realization comes out then we can sigh a prayer of thanksgiving for everything
that has happened the way it did.
POGS had its midyear convention in Cagayan de Oro City last summer. It was picturesque and grand.
Everybody enjoyed it and congratulated our colleagues in Northern Mindanao for a job well done.
With a blink of an eye and in the darkness of the night, the fury of typhoon Sendong struck!
Tragedy has spared no one. You’ve read it on the newspapers, heard it on the radios, have seen it
on television and have accessed it thru the internet. Over the holiday season, Dr. Jana Tusalem, our
regional director for region 10 together with our other OB coulleagues have been working hard to
lighten up the burden.
At the outset our initial concern was to ensure the welfare of all our POGS members. Some of our
members who were really badly affected include: Dr. Mae Lumang, Dr. Joeva Yap, Dr. Beethoven
Saquilayan and Dr. Carlos Tan of CDO and Dr. Celina Destura of Iligan. With strong prayers and
‘bayanihan’ we hope you all recover soon.
Dr. Jana together with region 10 members used the donations coming from POGS national and
from the other regions in buying and distributing 4,000 packs of ‘noche Buena’ last December 24 in
the various evacuation centers. They sacrificed time supposedly spent for the family to be with our
distraught countrymen.
POGS plays a special concern and role in this tragedy, as reported by Dr. Cynthia Tan, who attended
the disaster coordinating meeting in DOH there are two thousand (2,000) pregnant women in
evacuation centers. Surely their prenatal care, delivery and postpartum care should be carefully
handled. Its difficult enough to be pregnant and its even doubly dangerous to deliver in precarious
environment.
Induction of 2012 POGS Officers and Members of the Board of Trustees
Election
Opening of Exhibits
Plenary Sessions
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PHILIPPINE OBSTETRICAL AND GYNECOLOGICAL SOCIETY (Foundation), INC.
PHILIPPINE BOARD OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
2012 PBOG CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES
A. DIPLOMATE PART I (WRITTEN) EXAMINATION
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Period of application Deadline for distribution of
documents to Examiners Date of Examination Venue : March 19 to April 20, 2012
: April 27, 2012
: July 15, 2012
: UST Cinematorium
B. DIPLOMATE PART II (ORAL) EXAMINATION – 1st Batch
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Period of application : December 01, 2011 to January 06, 2012
OR when 150 complete applications have been accepted, whichever comes first.
Deadline for distribution of
documents to Examiners : January 13, 2012
Date of Examination : March 9, 16 & 23, 2012
Venue : POGS Building
C. DIPLOMATE PART II (ORAL) EXAMINATION - 2nd Batch
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Period of application : April 30 to June 01, 2012
OR when 150 complete applications have been accepted, whichever comes first.
Deadline for distribution of
documents to Examiners : June 08, 2012
Date of Examination : August 10, 17, 24, 31, 2012
Venue : POGS Building
The Diplomate Part 2 (Oral) Examination will be held in 2 batches, each batch limited to the first 150
applications who have complied with the requirements.
By: Ana Victoria V. Dy Echo, MD
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n September 11, 2011, Philhealth released a circular announcing the new Case Rate Payments. In the new case rate payment, the benefit claim for cesarean section has decreased to P19,000 (from an original
P25,000). In line with this, Philhealth drafted a policy statement for cesarean
section, enumerating the list of indications for cesarean section warranting
Philhealth accreditation. These measures were deemed necessary to lower
cesarean section rate, as cesarean section has been identified as Philhealth’s
most frequently paid surgical procedure.
In response to this policy statement, POGS President Dr. Sylvia delas AlasDr. Ana Victoria V.
Carnero called on the POGS Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines,
Dy Echo
the Task Force on Cesarean Section and Philhealth Committee members to
convene and evaluate the proposed list of acceptable indications for cesarean section. Last October
22, 2011, representative members, which included Dr. Efren J. Domingo, Dr. Ma. Luisa Acu, Dr.
Bernabe Marinduque, Dr. Ilem Esmeraldo, Dr. Valerie T. Guinto and Dr. Ana Victoria V. Dy Echo met
at Mario’s Restaurant with the objective of completing a list of valid indications for cesarean sections
and providing justifications for these indications. It is the hope of POGS that with the proposed list
of acceptable indications for cesarean section, the OB-GYNs will be guided as to proper assessment
of their patients’s conditions before proceeding to performing cesarean sections. Consequently, this
may decrease the cesarean section rate, and subsequently Philhealth may consider bringing back
case payment rate of cesarean section to its original rate. Listed below are the proposed maternal and fetal indications for cesarean section. This list was
submitted to Philhealth for final evaluation and approval. D.HOSPITAL ACCREDITATION VISITS
Date: March 10 to September 2012
Deadline for Application: February 17, 2012
FEES:
Application fee2,000 (must be made upon submission of requirements)
Examination fee 3,000 (must be made upon approval of requirements)
For Particulars Call:
ABIGAIL ELSIE D. CASTRO, M.D.
Secretary, PBOG In Response to PhilHealth Policy
Statements for Valid Indications
for Cesarean Section
MEL OR OZIEL
POGS Secretariat
Tel. Nos. 921-75-57
Telefax: 921-90-89
Email: [email protected]
Maternal Indications
1. Previous cesarean section
2. Uterine scar secondary to (a) previous myomectomy, (b) repair of uterine anomalies
3. Dystocia secondary to arrest disorders: (a) arrest of dilatation, arrest of descent, failure of descent
4. Abnormalities/tumors of the reproductive tract: (a) cervical stenosis, (b) cervical carcinoma, (c) congenital anomalies of the vagina, (d) myoma in the lower uterine segement or cervix causing tumor previa
5. Placental abnormalities associated with antepartum hemorrhage: (a) placenta previa totalis, or other types of placenta previa with antepartum hemorrhage, (b) vasa previa, (c) abruptio placenta
6. Failed induction of labor (more than 18 hours of induction)
7. Prelabor and/or prolonged rupture of membranes with signs of intraamnionic infection/chorioamnionitis
8. Maternal medical conditions: (a) uncontrolled maternal hypertension, (b) maternal conditions that preclude valsalva maneuver (e.g. left sided valvular stenosis, dilated aortic valve root, cerebral AV malformations, recent detachment, recent vagina/perineal reparative surgery), (c) active genital infections associated with increased risk for maternal-fetal transmission (e.g. active genital HSV, bulky condyloma acuminata, HIV, hepatitis B infection with high infectivity)
Fetal Indications
1. Nonreassuring fetal status documented on biophysical profile, Doppler velocimetry, nonstress test, contraction stress test, intrapartum tracing (Category III), evidence of prolonged academia, except in situations where monitoring is not available. In such instances, fetoscope documentation
is necessary.
2. Category II fetal status, in the presence of other adverse fetal factors (e.g intrauterine growth restriction, postdatism)
3. Anhydramnios
4. Congenital anomalies
5. Abnormal fetal presentation (breech, face, transverse, compound)
6. Cord prolapse of a viable fetus
7. Fetal macrosomia
8. Multiple pregnancy
Combined/Additive Maternal and Fetal Factors
1. Oligohydramnios, associated with other high risk conditions, examples of which are:
a. Unfavorable cervix
b. Intrauterine growth restriction
c. Postdatism
d. Maternal hypertension
e. Poor obstetric history
2. Elderly/advanced maternal age, associated with a history of infertility
3. Thick meconium staining seen during early stages of labor
4. Poor obstetric history in the presence of other maternal/fetal factors
In picture (from L-R): Dr. Valerie Guinto, Ms. Joy Aquino, Dr. Sylvia delas alas-Carnero, Dr. Efren
Domingo, Dr. Ana Victoria Dy Echo, Dr. Ilem Esmeraldo, Dr. Bernabe Marinduque and Dr. Luisa Acu
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Colposcopy Units in the Philippines
Benjamin D. Cuenca, MD
The Philippine Society for Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy (PSCPC) comes up with a list of certified colposcopists in their respective places of practice to ease the referral system
among its colleagues. The society, headed by its prexy, Dr. Mary Cristine F. Palma, has always been concerned with quality services rendered by its members.
Colposcopy Training Centers
*UP-PGH Medical Center
Section Head:
Dr.Maria Julieta V. Germar
Trainees:
Dr. Bessie Escobal
Dr. Annebelle Morillo
PGH Hospital:
Dr. Carolyn Zalameda-Castro
Dr. Lilibeth L. Sia Su
Dr. Jericho Thaddeus P. Luna
Dr. Jean Anne B. Toral
Dr. Elizabeth Espino-Strebel
Dr. Esther Rhadamantine V. Ganzon Jr.
Dr. Renee Vina G. Sicam
Dr. Filomena S. San Juan
Dr. Ana Victoria D. Echo
Asian Hospital and Medical Center:
Dr. Glenn B. Benitez
Dr. Teresita Cantos-David
Dr. Elsie R. Dancel
Dr. Manuel S. Manabat
Dr. John David Zamora
Dr. Aina Sales-Diaz
East Avenue Medical Center:
Dr. Marie Aleli De Castro - Malig
Dr. German Tan Cardoso
Cardinal Santos Medical Center:
Dr. Christine Joy G. Garcia
Dr. Patricia Luna-Sun
Dr. Aris Luke I. Dungo
Dr. Elmer R. Santos
Manila Adventist Medical Center:
Dr. Edgar D. Licup
Zamboanga Puericulture Center
Dr. Ma. Gay M. Gonzalez
Brent Hospital and College, Inc.
(Zamboanga City)
Dr. Ma. Gay M. Gonzalez
Zamboanga City Medical Center
Dr. Ma. Gay M. Gonzalez
Manila Doctors’ Hospital:
Dr. Aida J. Bautista
Dr. Elsie R. Dancel
Dr. Efren J. Domingo
Dr. Filomena S. Sanjuan
Jose Reyes Hospital:
Dr. Benjamin D. Cuenca
Dr. Lilli May T. Cole
Dr. Rey H. De los Reyes
Chinese General Hospital:
Dr. Victoria Sy-Fernando
Dr. Helen P. Serrano
St. Lukes Global:
Dr. Leo Francis Aquilizan
Dr. Maria Julieta V. Germar
Dr. Efren J. Domingo
Dr. Jay Arnold F. Famador
FEU-NRMF Hospital:
Dr. Rey Delos Reyes
Dr. Rommel Dueñas
Dr. Lazarito Villamor
St. Luke’s Medical Center:
Dr. Leo Francis N. Aquilizan
Dr. Wilhemina D. Rivera
Dr. Maria Elvira G. Casals
Dr. Rey H. Delos Reyes
Dr. Melinda M. Cayabyab
Dr. Mary Christine F. Palma
Mary Chiles General Hospital:
Dr. Rey H. Delos Reyes
Mary Johnston Hospital:
Dr. Elsie R. Dancel
Dr. Doris R. Benavides
San Pablo Doctor’s Hospital, Laguna
Dr. Bernardita Calayan-Brion
Medical Center Manila:
Dr. Angeles Padilla-Cruz †
San Juan De Dios Hospital:
Dr. Imelda O. Andres †
Dr. Manuel S. Manabat
Dr. Caridad E. Molino
UST Hospital:
Dr. Gil S. Gonzalez
Dr. Jocelyn Z. Mariano
Makati Medical Center:
Dr. Glenn B. Benitez
Dr. Jay Arnold F. Famador
Dr. Genara Limson
Dr. Rebecca B. Singson
Dr. Annebelle D. Aherrera
Medical Center Parañaque:
Dr. Virgilio R. Oblepias
Perpetual Help Medical Center (LP):
Dr. Manuel S. Manabat
Dr. John David Zamora
Dr. Marie Aleli De Castro-Malig
Victor R. Potenciano Medical Center:
Dr. Edna C. Banta
Dr. Emilio Glenn B. Evangelista
Dr. Mary Christine F. Palma
World Citi Medical Center:
Dr. German Tan-Cordoso
Dr. Irene M. Tagayuna
Dr. Rene Vergel De Dios Sotto
The Medical City Hospital:
Dr. Ronald Augustine Campos
Dr. Edna Banta
Dr. Mary Christine Palma
Dr. Maria Julieta V. Germar
Dr. Emilio Glenn B. Evangelista
Dr. Jericho Thaddeus P. Luna
Veterans Memorial Medical Center:
Dr. Teresita B. Cardenas
Dr. Rene Vergel De Dios Sotto
UERMMC:
Dr. Lili May T. Cole
Dr. Maribel Emma Co-Hidalgo
Dr. Jay Arnold F. Famador
UDMC Hospital:
Dr. Irene M. Tagayuna
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital:
Dr. Aris Luke I. Dungo
Dr. Jocelyn M. Beloy
Metropolitan Hospital:
Dr. Benjamin D. Cuenca
Dr. Carmen Ang-Jimenez
Dr. Ruth Judith Gay V. Cristobal
Dr. Elizabeth King-Supelana
Dr. Benjamin D. Cuenca
Fabella Hospital:
Dr. Ma. Cynthia F. Tan
Las Piñas Doctors Hospital:
Dr. Teresita Cantos-David
Dr. Marie Aleli De Castro - Malig
Calayan Women’s Clinic, San Pablo,
Laguna
Dr. Josefina V. Calayan
Dr. Bernardita Calayan-Brion
MCU-FDTMF Hospital:
Dr. Edna C. Banta
MPI-Medical Center Muntilupa:
Dr. Gemmari G. Dela Merced
Midland Plaza Suite6 6B:
Dr. Cecilia L. Llave
Healthserv Los Baños Medical Center
Dr. Salvador Luis R. Villanueva
Launching of Clinical Practice
Guidelines Handbook and POGS
Code of Ethics
Dr. Sylvia de las AlasCarnero and Dr. Efren J.
Domingo
Dr. Carnero with
Dr. Lourdes B. Capito
During the POGS Annual Convention Business Meeting last November 9, 2011, 2 important references for the POGS members were launched.
The Committee on Clinical Practice Guidelines, led by Dr. Efren J. Domingo, launched 5 new Clinical
Practice Guidelines: (1) The Second Edition of the CPG on Diabetes Mellitus; (2) the Second Edition
of the CPG on Multiple Pregnancy; (3) The CPG on Immunization for Women, launched in cooperation with the POGS Committee on Immunization for Women; (4) The Second Edition of the CPG on
Gestational Trophoblastic Diseases, launched by the PSSTD; (5) The Updated Edition of the CPG on
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, launched by the Task Force Chair Dr. Lourdes Capito, emphasizing the
new FIGO Nomenclature on AUB.
The Adhoc Committee on the the Ethical Guidelines, headed of Dr. Lourdes B. Capito, launched the
Ethical Guidelines in Obstetrical and Gynecological Practice, Medical Education and Research.
These handbooks were all presented and accepted by the POGS President Dr. Sylvia delas AlasCarnero during the meeting. Members may get their copies from the POGS Office.
Committee on Newsletter, Public
Information and Foundation Day 2011
Dr. Efren J. Domingo
P.R.O. and Chairman
Dr. Mary Judith Q. Clemente Dr. Ana Victoria V. Dy Echo
Dr. Esther Rhadamanthine V. Ganzon Dr. Christine Joy G. Garcia
Dr. Laureen Honor F. Mondragon
Members
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Announcement
Welcome to the City of Smiles, BACOLOD CITY, venue
of the 2012 POGS Midyear Convention. Our Theme:
POGS CELEBRATES THE SMILING PINAY! We are
inviting noted speakers who will speak on exciting
and empowering issues in different stages in her life:
in utero to menopause. We have lined up for cultural
out of town tours and trekking up Mount Canlaon
volcano for extreme sports enthusiasts. You can go
whale or dolphin watching in Bais City or proceed to
Boracay. KARI KAMO SA BACOLOD!
EVELYN R. LACSON, MD
Regional Director, POGS Region 6
Program of Activities
April 23, 2012 – Monday
08:00am-05:00pm Arrival of Delegates
06:00pm-09:00pm Welcome Dinner for Board of Trustees, Regional Directors, Speakers and Organizing Committee
Venue: Nature’s Village Resort
April 24, 2012 – Tuesday
08:00am-05:00pm Registration of Delegates
08:00am-12:00nn Fun Run/ Amazing Race
Board of Trustees/ Regional Directors’ Meeting
Venue: L’Fisher Hotel
01:30pm-02:00pm Opening of Exhibits
Venue: Lobby, L’Fisher Hotel
05:30pm-09:00pm OPENING CEREMONY & WELCOME RECEPTION Venue: La Proa Grand Ballroom, L’Fisher Hotel
April 25, 2012 – Wednesday
08:00-08:20am Clinical Gynecological Approach Especially for Kids and Teens
08:30-08:50am Ovarian Pathology in the Young and the Restless
09:00-09:20am Adolescent Pelvic Pain
09:30-09:50am Updates in Menstrual Disorders in Teen
10:00-10:30am Break
10:30-10:50am Teen Reproductive Health: Adolescent Sexuality in the Philippines
11:00-11:20am Fetal Origin of the Metabolic Syndrome
11:30am-01:30pm Lunch break:
MSD Luncheon Symposium
01:30pm-03:00pm Multicare Resident’s Interesting Case Contest
05:30pm-09:00pm Fellowship Night
Venue: Bacolod City New Government Center
April 26, 2012 – Thursday
08:00-8:20am Menopause Alert:
Female Sexual Dysfunction,
A Neglected Problem
08:30-10:30am Sexuality in Menopause
10:30am-12:00pm Laughter Yoga
12:00-1:30pm EMBIL Luncheon Symposium
02:00pm-03:00pm Closing and Turnover Ceremonies
UNITED DOCTOR’S
MEDICAL CENTER
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
18th Annual Postgraduate
Course in Practical Obstetrics
and Gynecology
February 20-21, 2012
Century Park Hotel
Guest Speaker:
Prof. Sir. Sabaratnam Arulkumaran
For inquiries, please contact: 0917-5614344 /
712-3260 / [email protected]
DE LOS SANTOS
MEDICAL CENTER
10th Postgraduate Course
February 8-10, 2012
Edsa Shangila Hotel, Ortigas