The Department of Urology at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute celebrated Urology Week through four successful online events despite the pandemic. Led by Dr. Apolonio Lasala, the events included two symposia and two industry webinars on topics like focal therapy for prostate cancer. The events had many local and international attendees. Despite limitations of the pandemic, the Department of Urology proved its resilience by continuing its celebrations online with industry support.
The NKTI Lifestyle Medicine Program recognizes the need for healthcare workers to better cope with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has launched various initiatives like focus group discussions, webinars on stress management and resilience building, and reopening the fitness gym to help employees manage stress. The program acknowledges the immense strain on healthcare workers and aims to provide relief through these wellness activities.
The document summarizes the challenges faced by the medical education and training programs at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) during the COVID-19 pandemic. When the pandemic began in March 2020, NKTI realigned operations and staffing to prepare for a rise in COVID-19 patients. This included establishing COVID testing, tents to house patients, and increasing personal protective equipment. The rotations of medical residents and fellows had to be adjusted, with some reassigned to high-risk COVID areas while others supported overwhelmed departments. Training methods also transitioned to virtual platforms. While innovations ensured continuity of patient care and education, the pandemic significantly impacted certain specialties like surgery and pathology due to reductions in cases and operations. Overall,
The document summarizes the NKTI vaccination program for COVID-19. It discusses how NKTI has cared for COVID patients and the challenges faced by healthcare workers during the pandemic. NKTI received initial vaccine doses and have since vaccinated over 1500 employees, or 64% of eligible staff. The vaccination program aims to protect frontline workers and allow them to continue caring for patients safely. An article also shares one doctor's experience receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine and their mental preparation process beforehand.
This document provides an evaluation of a 6-week woodland wellbeing pilot project in Bristol, England. The project involved weekly outdoor activities led by the Forest of Avon Trust at Lawrence Weston Community Farm to promote mental health and wellbeing. 10 adults were referred by 3 local GP practices but only 3 participants attended most or all of the sessions. Questionnaires found improvements in life satisfaction, happiness, and feeling that daily activities are worthwhile for the 2 participants who completed the project. The evaluation discusses the benefits of nature for health and outlines plans to continue and expand social prescribing of nature-based activities to more patients.
An audit was conducted of a Patient Group Direction (PGD) implemented at a hospital to provide pre-operative Staphylococcus aureus decolonization treatment to elective spinal surgery patients. The PGD involved patients using chlorhexidine wash, mupirocin ointment, and mouthwash. Over 7 months, 56.8% of 791 spinal surgery patients received the PGD. Reasons for not receiving it included no pre-operative assessment or private insurance. Staff reported smooth implementation and patient surveys found most understood and followed the PGD. Surgical site infection rates in spinal patients decreased compared to the previous year, though the full impact was unclear due to lag times. Continued monitoring was recommended to further
Dr. Boy Hidayat has over 15 years of experience as a medical doctor, with expertise in occupational health and medicine. He currently works as a senior GP for the Donggi Senoro LNG project in Central Sulawesi. His background includes master's studies in occupational medicine and bachelor's degree in medicine. He has held senior occupational health roles for several oil and gas projects in Indonesia. Dr. Hidayat also has experience working in public health centers, hospitals, and for non-profit organizations. He actively participates in medical training and continuing education courses.
The document provides a curriculum vitae for Luis E. Benavente which details his educational background including degrees in medicine, biology, and public health from Cayetano Heredia University in Peru. It also outlines his extensive professional experience over 40 years working in malaria control, child health, epidemiology, and tropical disease management in various roles with organizations such as MCDI, Proj HOPE, UPCH, and Cayetano Heredia University across Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America. The CV highlights his technical expertise in areas like pediatric nutrition, infectious disease research, epidemiology, monitoring and evaluation, and program development.
The NKTI Lifestyle Medicine Program recognizes the need for healthcare workers to better cope with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. It has launched various initiatives like focus group discussions, webinars on stress management and resilience building, and reopening the fitness gym to help employees manage stress. The program acknowledges the immense strain on healthcare workers and aims to provide relief through these wellness activities.
The document summarizes the challenges faced by the medical education and training programs at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) during the COVID-19 pandemic. When the pandemic began in March 2020, NKTI realigned operations and staffing to prepare for a rise in COVID-19 patients. This included establishing COVID testing, tents to house patients, and increasing personal protective equipment. The rotations of medical residents and fellows had to be adjusted, with some reassigned to high-risk COVID areas while others supported overwhelmed departments. Training methods also transitioned to virtual platforms. While innovations ensured continuity of patient care and education, the pandemic significantly impacted certain specialties like surgery and pathology due to reductions in cases and operations. Overall,
The document summarizes the NKTI vaccination program for COVID-19. It discusses how NKTI has cared for COVID patients and the challenges faced by healthcare workers during the pandemic. NKTI received initial vaccine doses and have since vaccinated over 1500 employees, or 64% of eligible staff. The vaccination program aims to protect frontline workers and allow them to continue caring for patients safely. An article also shares one doctor's experience receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine and their mental preparation process beforehand.
This document provides an evaluation of a 6-week woodland wellbeing pilot project in Bristol, England. The project involved weekly outdoor activities led by the Forest of Avon Trust at Lawrence Weston Community Farm to promote mental health and wellbeing. 10 adults were referred by 3 local GP practices but only 3 participants attended most or all of the sessions. Questionnaires found improvements in life satisfaction, happiness, and feeling that daily activities are worthwhile for the 2 participants who completed the project. The evaluation discusses the benefits of nature for health and outlines plans to continue and expand social prescribing of nature-based activities to more patients.
An audit was conducted of a Patient Group Direction (PGD) implemented at a hospital to provide pre-operative Staphylococcus aureus decolonization treatment to elective spinal surgery patients. The PGD involved patients using chlorhexidine wash, mupirocin ointment, and mouthwash. Over 7 months, 56.8% of 791 spinal surgery patients received the PGD. Reasons for not receiving it included no pre-operative assessment or private insurance. Staff reported smooth implementation and patient surveys found most understood and followed the PGD. Surgical site infection rates in spinal patients decreased compared to the previous year, though the full impact was unclear due to lag times. Continued monitoring was recommended to further
Dr. Boy Hidayat has over 15 years of experience as a medical doctor, with expertise in occupational health and medicine. He currently works as a senior GP for the Donggi Senoro LNG project in Central Sulawesi. His background includes master's studies in occupational medicine and bachelor's degree in medicine. He has held senior occupational health roles for several oil and gas projects in Indonesia. Dr. Hidayat also has experience working in public health centers, hospitals, and for non-profit organizations. He actively participates in medical training and continuing education courses.
The document provides a curriculum vitae for Luis E. Benavente which details his educational background including degrees in medicine, biology, and public health from Cayetano Heredia University in Peru. It also outlines his extensive professional experience over 40 years working in malaria control, child health, epidemiology, and tropical disease management in various roles with organizations such as MCDI, Proj HOPE, UPCH, and Cayetano Heredia University across Africa, Asia, Europe, and South America. The CV highlights his technical expertise in areas like pediatric nutrition, infectious disease research, epidemiology, monitoring and evaluation, and program development.
BSN: The Imperative for Professional Practice - Susan Bower Ferres, NYU Lango...marcus evans Network
Susan Bower Ferres, NYU Langone Medical Center - Speaker at the marcus evans National Healthcare CNO Summit Spring 2012, held in Hollywood, FL, April 26-28, 2012, delivered her prsentation entitled BSN: The Imperative for Professional Practice
An analysis of the gap between available healthcare services and deficiencies...Mireille Levy
This document provides an analysis of gaps in healthcare services and deficiencies in care for patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Chinandega and León, Nicaragua. It finds that while the Nicaraguan Ministry of Health (MINSA) has developed guidelines for CKD diagnosis and treatment, and built specialized clinics, resource shortages and poor implementation have undermined quality of care and patient access. The document suggests creating a CKD Task Force to improve dissemination of guidelines, address training needs, and identify solutions to gaps in services and unmet patient needs.
Master's prepared role electronic presentation dassVinitaRajiv Dass
A family nurse practitioner (FNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse who has completed 500 clinical hours and has a minimum of two years clinical experience as a registered nurse. FNPs assist with all aspects of patient care including diagnosis, treatment, consultations, performing physical exams, and prescribing medications. They educate patients on preventative care and prescribed treatments. FNPs function as primary healthcare providers for patients across the lifespan in settings such as primary care, pediatrics, geriatrics, and other specialties.
The document discusses the field of public health dentistry. It provides definitions of key terms like public health and dental public health. It describes the historical development of public health and changing concepts in public health from disease control to health promotion to social engineering to health for all. It outlines tools used in dental public health like epidemiology and biostatistics. It discusses characteristics of ideal public health measures and services provided through public health dentistry.
This document summarizes a webinar about using hospital harm data and resources to inform quality improvement plans. It includes an agenda with presentations on the patient perspective, an organization's experience in Fraser Health, and tips for using the Hospital Harm Improvement Resource. It discusses why reducing hospital harms is important to patients, and Fraser Health's journey to reduce common harms like UTIs, pneumonia, and sepsis. It promotes engaging patients and provides links to resources on including the patient experience and engaging patients as partners in safety. Attendees are invited to learn more about the Hospital Harm project through listed websites and contacts.
Nurses' self-reported self-assessment of bioterrorism events was studied. A literature review found that while improvements have been made in disaster preparedness since 2001, more training is still needed. A survey of nurses at a Midwest teaching hospital assessed familiarity with emergency preparedness terms and activities. Results showed nurses reported moderate to low familiarity with bioterrorism topics. Demographic factors like specialty, experience, and age were examined for any influence on self-assessment. The study aimed to determine nurses' preparedness for catastrophic health events like bioterrorism attacks.
The ESMO-ECPC Cancer Survivorship Guide and Cancer Survivorship Plan is a unique care and cancer advocacy tool.
Cancer patient advocates can include it in their work.
The document discusses pressure ulcers in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). It outlines the challenges in preventing pressure ulcers in these critically ill patients, whose skin is fragile and blood flow is compromised. It describes a quality improvement program at Texas Children's Hospital to reduce pressure ulcer rates through increased awareness, a skin care bundle including frequent repositioning and moisturizing, and specialized mattresses. The program achieved a reduction in pressure ulcer rates after implementation.
Valentine N. Chukwueloka has over 20 years of experience in healthcare administration and is seeking an online adjunct faculty position. He has a Ph.D. in Health Services/Healthcare Administration from Walden University and multiple certificates in online teaching and project management. His experience includes positions as an intake coordinator, mental health administrator, and direct care staff. He has taught both online and in-person and is proficient in Canvas and Moodle learning management systems.
Dr. Zafar Iqbal Ahmed Javed has over 30 years of experience working in general practice and family medicine in the UK, Pakistan, and other countries. He has qualifications including an MBBS, BSc, diplomas in public health and homeopathic medicine. His career has included roles as a GP, rural general practitioner, lecturer, and NHS locum work in the UK. He has skills in areas such as chronic disease management, emergency medicine, and health promotion.
Failure to Rescue is ranked #2 in healthcare claims in Canada (HIROC, 2017) Additionally, Health Standards Organization (HSO) recently updated the critical care and inpatient services standards sets to include requirements supporting the recognition and response to clinical deterioration.
Full details: https://goo.gl/cfTUrm
The document discusses an investigation by the Health Quality and Complaints Commission (HQCC) into the obstetric care of a woman, Mrs. A, by the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS) which resulted in the stillbirth of her baby. The HQCC found issues with communication between facilities in THHS and multiple failures by registered midwives to follow proper policy and procedures. Specifically, concerns were raised about increased fundal height but no action was taken, and ultrasounds were performed informally without recording results. The Office of the Health Ombudsman found the midwives did not commit serious misconduct but referred them to AHPRA for performance failures. THHS was found to have appropriately addressed the issues
This power point goes over how an organization can implement and sustain a hospital wide pressure ulcer prevention program using current evidence-based practice.
NKTI Renal Capsule 2021 - 4th Quarter
Dear NKTI family,
We are pleased to send you the latest issue of the NKTI Renal Capsule (October to December 2021).
What's Inside?
COVID-19 booster shots for NKTI employees
NKTI holds best practice sharing contest
Launching of NHIMS project
From Nursing attendant To Union President
Annual Physical Exam for Employees
Virtual Research Forum
Attaching also the link for the magazine format. Click on full screen to enlarge.
A protocol for the management of breast cancer developed by the multidisciplinary oncology team at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, fully adapted to our environment
a PPT of the Modern Age Healthcare, a Futuristic model which strengthens and builds on the Existing Primary Health Centres (PHCs ) Network pan India thus enabling all to access Universal Health Coverage.
This document provides guidelines for newborn care from birth until the first week of life. It outlines essential care practices that should be performed within specific time periods, such as immediately drying and warming the newborn within 30 seconds of birth. The guidelines are intended to be used by health professionals to help prevent common causes of newborn mortality and promote healthy development. Standard infection prevention measures are also emphasized.
This document provides a 3-sentence summary of the 12-page document:
The document is an introduction to the third edition of the Manual on Healthcare Waste Management published by the Department of Health of the Philippines. It overviews the contributors to the manual, including the technical working group members and advisers. The manual aims to update healthcare waste management guidelines and practices in the Philippines to be compliant with policies enacted in the last seven years and in line with international best practices.
Dr Ehiemere - Chanelling Public Health Nursing EducationGbolade Ogunfowote
This document summarizes a paper presented on channeling public health nursing education towards improving preventive healthcare services in Nigeria. It defines key terms like public health nursing education and preventive healthcare services. It briefly reviews the history of public health nursing education in Nigeria and the United States. It discusses objectives to define terms, review the way forward, and discuss a brief history. It proposes recommendations like regular curriculum reviews, leadership opportunities for nurses, and international collaboration to improve services. The conclusion states that effective education will empower nurses and communities to make healthy lifestyle changes, improving health and development.
Kuwait has established a national newborn screening program that screens all newborns for 22 disorders using tandem mass spectrometry and other methods. The program started in 2005 screening high-risk newborns for 2 disorders and expanded over time, becoming a universal screening program in 2014 that screens over 60,000 newborns annually across both governmental and private hospitals. The screening helps detect treatable genetic disorders early to improve newborn health outcomes and reduce disability and disease burden. Challenges in implementing the program were addressed through strategic planning, leadership, education, and integrating screening into the public health system to ensure sustainability.
This document discusses patient-oriented approaches and modernization of public health care. It proposes taking a patient-oriented approach when designing prenatal exercise interventions that addresses barriers and facilitators identified by patients. It also discusses how modernization of public health care systems through technologies like telehealth, mobile apps, and natural language processing can help address challenges like heart disease, HIV, and opioid overdoses more effectively. Modernization has increased life expectancy and makes public health care a critical part of people's daily lives.
BSN: The Imperative for Professional Practice - Susan Bower Ferres, NYU Lango...marcus evans Network
Susan Bower Ferres, NYU Langone Medical Center - Speaker at the marcus evans National Healthcare CNO Summit Spring 2012, held in Hollywood, FL, April 26-28, 2012, delivered her prsentation entitled BSN: The Imperative for Professional Practice
An analysis of the gap between available healthcare services and deficiencies...Mireille Levy
This document provides an analysis of gaps in healthcare services and deficiencies in care for patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in Chinandega and León, Nicaragua. It finds that while the Nicaraguan Ministry of Health (MINSA) has developed guidelines for CKD diagnosis and treatment, and built specialized clinics, resource shortages and poor implementation have undermined quality of care and patient access. The document suggests creating a CKD Task Force to improve dissemination of guidelines, address training needs, and identify solutions to gaps in services and unmet patient needs.
Master's prepared role electronic presentation dassVinitaRajiv Dass
A family nurse practitioner (FNP) is an advanced practice registered nurse who has completed 500 clinical hours and has a minimum of two years clinical experience as a registered nurse. FNPs assist with all aspects of patient care including diagnosis, treatment, consultations, performing physical exams, and prescribing medications. They educate patients on preventative care and prescribed treatments. FNPs function as primary healthcare providers for patients across the lifespan in settings such as primary care, pediatrics, geriatrics, and other specialties.
The document discusses the field of public health dentistry. It provides definitions of key terms like public health and dental public health. It describes the historical development of public health and changing concepts in public health from disease control to health promotion to social engineering to health for all. It outlines tools used in dental public health like epidemiology and biostatistics. It discusses characteristics of ideal public health measures and services provided through public health dentistry.
This document summarizes a webinar about using hospital harm data and resources to inform quality improvement plans. It includes an agenda with presentations on the patient perspective, an organization's experience in Fraser Health, and tips for using the Hospital Harm Improvement Resource. It discusses why reducing hospital harms is important to patients, and Fraser Health's journey to reduce common harms like UTIs, pneumonia, and sepsis. It promotes engaging patients and provides links to resources on including the patient experience and engaging patients as partners in safety. Attendees are invited to learn more about the Hospital Harm project through listed websites and contacts.
Nurses' self-reported self-assessment of bioterrorism events was studied. A literature review found that while improvements have been made in disaster preparedness since 2001, more training is still needed. A survey of nurses at a Midwest teaching hospital assessed familiarity with emergency preparedness terms and activities. Results showed nurses reported moderate to low familiarity with bioterrorism topics. Demographic factors like specialty, experience, and age were examined for any influence on self-assessment. The study aimed to determine nurses' preparedness for catastrophic health events like bioterrorism attacks.
The ESMO-ECPC Cancer Survivorship Guide and Cancer Survivorship Plan is a unique care and cancer advocacy tool.
Cancer patient advocates can include it in their work.
The document discusses pressure ulcers in patients undergoing extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). It outlines the challenges in preventing pressure ulcers in these critically ill patients, whose skin is fragile and blood flow is compromised. It describes a quality improvement program at Texas Children's Hospital to reduce pressure ulcer rates through increased awareness, a skin care bundle including frequent repositioning and moisturizing, and specialized mattresses. The program achieved a reduction in pressure ulcer rates after implementation.
Valentine N. Chukwueloka has over 20 years of experience in healthcare administration and is seeking an online adjunct faculty position. He has a Ph.D. in Health Services/Healthcare Administration from Walden University and multiple certificates in online teaching and project management. His experience includes positions as an intake coordinator, mental health administrator, and direct care staff. He has taught both online and in-person and is proficient in Canvas and Moodle learning management systems.
Dr. Zafar Iqbal Ahmed Javed has over 30 years of experience working in general practice and family medicine in the UK, Pakistan, and other countries. He has qualifications including an MBBS, BSc, diplomas in public health and homeopathic medicine. His career has included roles as a GP, rural general practitioner, lecturer, and NHS locum work in the UK. He has skills in areas such as chronic disease management, emergency medicine, and health promotion.
Failure to Rescue is ranked #2 in healthcare claims in Canada (HIROC, 2017) Additionally, Health Standards Organization (HSO) recently updated the critical care and inpatient services standards sets to include requirements supporting the recognition and response to clinical deterioration.
Full details: https://goo.gl/cfTUrm
The document discusses an investigation by the Health Quality and Complaints Commission (HQCC) into the obstetric care of a woman, Mrs. A, by the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS) which resulted in the stillbirth of her baby. The HQCC found issues with communication between facilities in THHS and multiple failures by registered midwives to follow proper policy and procedures. Specifically, concerns were raised about increased fundal height but no action was taken, and ultrasounds were performed informally without recording results. The Office of the Health Ombudsman found the midwives did not commit serious misconduct but referred them to AHPRA for performance failures. THHS was found to have appropriately addressed the issues
This power point goes over how an organization can implement and sustain a hospital wide pressure ulcer prevention program using current evidence-based practice.
NKTI Renal Capsule 2021 - 4th Quarter
Dear NKTI family,
We are pleased to send you the latest issue of the NKTI Renal Capsule (October to December 2021).
What's Inside?
COVID-19 booster shots for NKTI employees
NKTI holds best practice sharing contest
Launching of NHIMS project
From Nursing attendant To Union President
Annual Physical Exam for Employees
Virtual Research Forum
Attaching also the link for the magazine format. Click on full screen to enlarge.
A protocol for the management of breast cancer developed by the multidisciplinary oncology team at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, fully adapted to our environment
a PPT of the Modern Age Healthcare, a Futuristic model which strengthens and builds on the Existing Primary Health Centres (PHCs ) Network pan India thus enabling all to access Universal Health Coverage.
This document provides guidelines for newborn care from birth until the first week of life. It outlines essential care practices that should be performed within specific time periods, such as immediately drying and warming the newborn within 30 seconds of birth. The guidelines are intended to be used by health professionals to help prevent common causes of newborn mortality and promote healthy development. Standard infection prevention measures are also emphasized.
This document provides a 3-sentence summary of the 12-page document:
The document is an introduction to the third edition of the Manual on Healthcare Waste Management published by the Department of Health of the Philippines. It overviews the contributors to the manual, including the technical working group members and advisers. The manual aims to update healthcare waste management guidelines and practices in the Philippines to be compliant with policies enacted in the last seven years and in line with international best practices.
Dr Ehiemere - Chanelling Public Health Nursing EducationGbolade Ogunfowote
This document summarizes a paper presented on channeling public health nursing education towards improving preventive healthcare services in Nigeria. It defines key terms like public health nursing education and preventive healthcare services. It briefly reviews the history of public health nursing education in Nigeria and the United States. It discusses objectives to define terms, review the way forward, and discuss a brief history. It proposes recommendations like regular curriculum reviews, leadership opportunities for nurses, and international collaboration to improve services. The conclusion states that effective education will empower nurses and communities to make healthy lifestyle changes, improving health and development.
Kuwait has established a national newborn screening program that screens all newborns for 22 disorders using tandem mass spectrometry and other methods. The program started in 2005 screening high-risk newborns for 2 disorders and expanded over time, becoming a universal screening program in 2014 that screens over 60,000 newborns annually across both governmental and private hospitals. The screening helps detect treatable genetic disorders early to improve newborn health outcomes and reduce disability and disease burden. Challenges in implementing the program were addressed through strategic planning, leadership, education, and integrating screening into the public health system to ensure sustainability.
This document discusses patient-oriented approaches and modernization of public health care. It proposes taking a patient-oriented approach when designing prenatal exercise interventions that addresses barriers and facilitators identified by patients. It also discusses how modernization of public health care systems through technologies like telehealth, mobile apps, and natural language processing can help address challenges like heart disease, HIV, and opioid overdoses more effectively. Modernization has increased life expectancy and makes public health care a critical part of people's daily lives.
The purpose of this briefing is to help you to identify the immediate priority actions to commission effective end of life care.
Publication by the National End of Life Programme which became part of NHS Improving Quality in May 2013
The document discusses the Helping Babies Breathe (HBB) program that is helping to reduce newborn mortality in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). HBB teaches birth attendants how to resuscitate babies who fail to breathe at birth. The Integrated Health Project in DRC (DRC-IHP), funded by USAID and others, has worked with the DRC government to scale up HBB training across the country. As a result of these efforts, the rate of newborns receiving essential care at birth has increased from 67% to 88%, and birth attendants trained in HBB have successfully resuscitated over 90% of babies born not breathing.
Critical apprisal of 2018 classification of periodontal disease yasmin parvin ss
The document provides a critical appraisal of the 2018 classification of periodontal diseases. It summarizes the key changes from the previous 1999 classification. The 2017 workshop with 130 experts from around the world developed the new classification framework based on new evidence from various studies. The new classification addresses some of the drawbacks of the previous system by introducing concepts such as periodontal health, risk factors, staging and grading of periodontitis, and inclusion of peri-implant diseases. While it provides several improvements, some experts note that the new classification is complex and may be difficult to implement in daily clinical practice. Future efforts are needed to disseminate and explain the new classification system.
RIWC_PARA_A186 who, global disability action plan....Marco Muscroft
The Learning Health System for Spinal Cord Injury (LHS-SCI) is a WHO initiative to improve health outcomes for people living with spinal cord injuries. It has three stages: 1) generating evidence through the International Spinal Cord Injury Survey (InSCI) and country reports analyzing health systems, 2) implementing recommendations through national stakeholder dialogues, and 3) building research and policy capacity. The InSCI survey collects data on functioning, health, and well-being from people in over 20 countries to inform the dialogues. Country reports analyze each health system's response to SCI. Together, this evidence aims to identify unmet needs and gaps to develop better policies, services, and care for people living with S
The author learned a lot about their self concept, attitudes, and feelings by taking this psychology course. They discovered that they are a creative and compassionate person who enjoys activities that use their imagination. The author also realized they are a good listener, which helps them be understanding and supportive of others. Taking this course provided insight into social influence, relationships, and how the author views and describes themselves.
Speaker: The Cost of Saving Babies from Jaundice in Developing CountriesSpark Health Design
This document discusses the design of technologies for improving healthcare in developing countries. It describes several projects including a portable phototherapy device called Firefly that treats newborn jaundice. Field research found Firefly reduced treatment time by 40% compared to overhead phototherapy and helped avoid 3 risky exchange blood transfusions. Stakeholder interviews found Firefly was easy to use and preferred over other options for treating jaundice in resource-limited settings. The document emphasizes the importance of considering factors like local needs, costs, and sustainability when designing technologies for social impact.
Global Health Exchange Fellowship Programme EVALUATION REPORT 2016Charlotte Tulinius
The report evaluates a Global Health Exchange Fellowship Programme (GHEFP) pilot that sent UK and Kenyan healthcare professionals to work in underserved communities in Kenya and the UK from September 2015 to March 2016. The program aimed to provide experiential global health learning and support professional development and community health. An evaluation found the program successfully broadened fellows' understanding of health issues, systems, and community work. It also highlighted the value of experiential learning and cultural exchange for developing real-world problem-solving skills to tackle health issues transcending national boundaries.
This article summarizes the use of a patient group direction (PGD) at a hospital to provide pre-operative Staphylococcus aureus decolonization treatment to patients undergoing spinal surgery to reduce their risk of surgical site infection. Staff were trained to distribute the PGD in pre-operative clinics and patients self-administered the treatment at home for 5 days before surgery. An audit found that over 50% of eligible patients received the PGD, and infection rates decreased from 2.4% to 0.6% after implementation. Both staff and patients reported that the PGD was well-explained and adhered to.
The document summarizes meetings and activities of the Health Professionals Council of Seychelles. It discusses a meeting between the Council's chairperson and the Chief of Staff of the Seychelles People's Defense Forces to strengthen ties between the two organizations. It also summarizes activities for World Hearing Day and World Health Day, including health screenings and awareness events. Standards from the International Organization for Standardization on topics like medical devices and quality management are presented as important for healthcare.
This document provides information on the board members of Enlighten Health, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to developing and delivering novel health education programs through multimedia and other innovative technologies. It introduces the chairman, Professor Richard de Steiger, and three director board members - Dr. Andrew Beischer, Associate Professor Leo Donnan, and Associate Professor Martin Richardson. It provides brief backgrounds on their medical experience and roles.
National Childhood Cancer Comprehensive Management Policy- DraftAVINASH THUMALLAPALLI
This document proposes a draft national childhood cancer comprehensive management policy for India. It recommends early diagnosis of childhood cancers through the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram program and a shared care model integrating palliative care services. It also calls for a platform for civil society participation. Key elements include training community health workers and doctors in early diagnosis and palliative care, sharing data between stakeholders, and facilitating NGO involvement to provide holistic support from diagnosis through treatment and follow up. The goal is to improve access to equitable cancer care for children throughout India as mandated by national policies and children's rights.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise boosts blood flow, releases endorphins, and promotes changes in the brain which help enhance one's emotional well-being and mental clarity.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms for those who already suffer from conditions like depression and anxiety.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
This document provides the 8th edition of the Philippine National Formulary Essential Medicines List published in 2017 by the Philippine Department of Health. It contains abbreviations, measurement conversions, and lists various active pharmaceutical ingredients along with their typical routes of administration and common pharmaceutical dosage forms and strengths. The list is intended to guide procurement and use of essential medicines in public health facilities in the Philippines.
This document summarizes a case of rhabdomyolysis (RHABDO) in a 28-year-old male (B.O.) who presented with thigh pain and cramps after strenuous exercise without hydrating properly. Key findings include elevated creatine kinase and myoglobin in the urine, consistent with rhabdomyolysis. This caused acute kidney injury due to tubular obstruction and toxicity. The patient was treated with intravenous fluids, bicarbonate, and mannitol to prevent further kidney damage based on evidence that this protocol reduces the need for dialysis in rhabdomyolysis patients with very high creatine kinase levels. The document also reviews the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and
- Infections are a major cause of death for kidney transplant patients, accounting for around 15-20% of post-transplant mortality. The most common infections are cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP).
- CMV infection and disease are still frequent despite prophylaxis and preemptive treatment. PCP is now rare due to universal long-term prophylaxis. Bacterial pneumonia also occurs in around 5% of kidney transplant recipients and carries a high mortality risk, especially for nosocomial infections.
- Vaccination of transplant candidates and recipients is important for prevention of pneumonia. However, live vaccines should generally be avoided in transplant patients for the
The document discusses the use of diuretics in the elderly population. It begins by defining different types of diuretics and their mechanisms of action. It then discusses factors that are important to consider when prescribing diuretics to elderly patients, such as declining organ function, polypharmacy increasing drug interactions, and side effects like hyponatremia and falls. The document concludes by providing advice for diuretic use in the elderly, including starting low doses, monitoring for electrolyte imbalances and orthostatic hypotension, and using combination diuretics to prevent hypokalemia.
This document discusses glucose control in renal transplant patients. It presents a case of new onset diabetes after transplant and reviews the pharmacology of immunosuppressants like calcineurin inhibitors that can cause glucose dysregulation. It also discusses the current recommendations for glucose control during and after transplant, including managing new onset diabetes after transplant through diagnosis and treatment approaches. Risk factors for developing new onset diabetes after transplant are examined, as well as the impacts of hyperglycemia on kidney transplant outcomes.
This document summarizes a nephrology conference presentation on catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI). It discusses the burden of CRBSI, guidelines for diagnosis and treatment, and measures to prevent CRBSI. It then presents a case study of a patient admitted with fever who was found to have CRBSI and infective endocarditis. The patient's clinical course involved complications of acute coronary syndrome and intracranial hemorrhage.
1) Emphysematous pyelonephritis is a necrotizing infection of the renal parenchyma and surrounding tissue caused by gas-forming bacteria that occurs predominantly in diabetics and the elderly.
2) Diagnosis is made through imaging showing renal parenchymal gas, and symptoms include flank pain, fever, and renal impairment.
3) Treatment involves intravenous antibiotics and potentially drainage or nephrectomy depending on severity and extent of infection based on radiological classification.
This document discusses cardiorenal syndrome and provides details about a patient case. It defines cardiorenal syndrome as disorders of the heart and kidneys that can cause acute or chronic dysfunction in one organ and induce dysfunction in the other. The document summarizes the patient's history of rheumatic heart disease, heart failure, and acute kidney injury. It also reviews pathophysiology, types, prevalence, risk factors, prognosis, diagnosis, and treatment approaches for cardiorenal syndrome.
This document provides instructions for installing and customizing the Government Web Template for Joomla. It outlines how to install the template, set theme options, edit modules like the top bar and masthead, add menus and breadcrumbs, set up image sliders and panels, create the footer, and update the template. The template is designed to help government agencies build websites on Joomla that follow common standards.
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1. NKTI Celebrates Online Urology Week
This year, despite the extended pandemic and its corresponding lockdowns,
the Department of Urology of the National Kidney and Transplant Institute
celebrated Urology week through hosting four online activities. With the able
leadership of Dr. Apolonio Lasala, overall chairman of Urology Week 2021,
two symposia and two industry webinars were successfully organized.
The first symposium was held last August 18, 2021. It was a webinar on focal
therapy for prostate cancer. The event was conceptualized by Dr. Jose Benito
Abraham who laid down the framework for the scientific meeting.
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Level II 2015
Continued on page 2
Nutrition Month
Celebration, p.4
Health and Wellness
p.7
HEMB at the Helm, p.3
WHAT'S INSIDE?
Renal Throb. p.5
NKTI Spotlight, p.6
2. These events proved that our local speakers can be at par if not better than their foreign counterparts.
Despite the limitations imposed by the pandemic the Department of Urology under the guidance of their
chairman, Dr. Genlinus Yusi, is proving its resilience and adaptability by holding activities that celebrate the
art and craft of Urology in a safe and effective manner using online platforms. These activities were made
freely accessible to all attendees with the help of industry sponsors. Proceeds of the funds raised from the
sponsors will also be used in the assistance of our indigent patients.
We hope to celebrate Uroweek next year in a COVID free world. But for the meantime, let us all be vigilant,
get vaccinated, wear masks and observe social distancing.
Our very own Chief of Urologic Oncology, Dr. Rudolfo De Guzman delivered an industry sponsored lecture
on treatment of castrate resistant prostate cancer. The symposium was moderated by our Uro-Onco
alumnus Dr. Marlo Vir Batucan who adeptly controlled the lively discussion, navigating between the audience
and the speakers. It was graced by the present President of the Philippine Urological Association, Dr. Ernesto
Gerial, Jr. This activity garnered 196 attendees from all over the Philippines and from 6 other Countries: USA,
China, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Australia.
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Dr. Jose Vicente Prodigalidad and Dr. Arturo Castro Jr. invited world renowned experts on this treatment
modality. Our country’s pioneer on cryotherapy and MRI-fusion biopsy of the prostate, Dr. Jason Letran
spoke on the the role of MRI fusion biopsy as a spring board to focal therapy of the prostate. Dr. Murugesan
Manoharan, Chairman of Miami Cancer Institute’s Section of Urologic Oncology talked about the selection
criteria for focal therapy, evaluation of treatment success and failure, and limitations of focal therapy.
Professor Samuel Yee of the Chinese University of Hong Kong talked about the different modalities of focal
therapy.
The second symposium was held on August 20, 2021. The event was coordinated by Dr. Glen Santok. The
topic of the second scientific meeting was multimodality imaging and genomics in the diagnosis and
treatment of prostate cancer. Local experts were invited to share their knowledge on the topic. Dr. Jamilla
Gomez talked about the role of PSMA PET CT scan in the primary diagnosis of prostate cancer.
NKTI Celebrates Online Urology Week
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NKTI is now PGS Compliant (Stage II)
The second stage of the Performance Governance System (PGS) centers on strategy execution.
By attaining the Compliant Stage, NKTI has been able to secure its performance commitments by
way of cascading and harmonizing deliverables to a performance incentive mechanism and
managed these activities through the Strategy Management Division.
Sustained ISO - Integrated Management System
The NKTI was able to maintain its International Accreditation, ISO - Integrated Management
System by successfully merging the components of business into one system which includes ISO
9001:2015 Quality Management, ISO 14001: 2015 Environment Management, and OHSMS
45001:2018 Occupational Health and Safety Management. The integration of these internal
management practices into one system is a testament of the Institute’s commitment on
performance excellence.
HR PRIME Level II Accredited
As a result of the Level II assessment, NKTI has satisfactorily implemented the Civil Service
Commission (CSC) Human Resource Management Systems / Program. With this mechanism, it will
continuously capacitate NKTI in the performance of its human resource management functions;
recognize best practices in the various areas of human resource management; and serve as a
venue for exchange and development of expertise in human resource management aligned with
the Philippine public service. Notably, the NKTI is now authorized to take final actions on
appointments.
NKTI's Commitment to
Performance Excellence
3. P A G E 3
T H E R E N A L C A P S U L E
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Always Prepared: NKTI HEMB Team
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The month-long celebration of
this year's Disaster Awareness
Month began with the Monday
Flag raising ceremony last June
28, 2021, hosted by the HEMB
unit. The theme for this year was
“Tamang Pamamahala’t
Kahandaan at Pagtutulungan sa
Sakuna at Pandema’y Kalasag ng
Bayan.” During this kick-off
ceremony, the HEMB unit showed
a short video of all its activites
since I assumed as head last 2015.
Also, the Asst. Coordinator Tet
Bautista also announced the
activities lined up for the month.
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HEMB at the Helm:
2021 Disaster Awareness Month
We started with a Public Health
Emergency Preparedness zoom
online lecture last July 8 2021
entitled “Are You Prepared?.” This
was delivered by Dr. Duds
Raymond Santos, a Medical
officer from PNP. In his lecture,
the following objectives were
addressed: 1] To understand and
prepare for possible disasters and
2] To be able to plan, mitigate the
effect of potential disaster
incidents. Dr. Santos also shared
the Survival Kit Bag or Go-Bag
and its essential contents.
In July, DOH also
commemorated the Cardio
Pulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR )
Week. In line with this event,
the IANAHP conducted a Mass
CPR/BLS update last July 16
2021 with Dr. Bernadette
Velasco, HEMB of East Avenue
Medical Center, as resource
speaker. Dr. Velasco
demonstrated the new
guidelines for Mass CPR.
This event was headed by
Asst. Coordinators Tet
Bautista and Darlynn del
Rosario and ably assisted by
the BLS Nurse Trainors.
HEMB shirts were raffled to
30 lucky participants.
Last June our Building
Administrator, Engr AJ Sonza,
initiated several sessions of Fire
Extinguisher Use Drill at the Eden
Garden, which was attended by
Operating Room staff. We plan to
hold these drills until we have
taught not only the healthcare
workers but also the office
employees and ancillary services
personnel. Remember HEMB’s
thrust: Prevention is better than
cure. We are here to remind that
we need to further equip
ourselves with best practices on
how we survive and how we can
help others in times of needs
most especially during this
pandemic.
After her zoom lecture, this
was proceeded by the Mass
CPR for BLS renewal of our
healthcare workers (nurses,
nurse aides, and doctors)
which was well participated.
Prevention is the key: some of the HEMB activities include Fire
Extinguisher Use Drill and Mass CPR for HCWs.
4. P A G E 4
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2021 Nutrition Month Celebration
b y F r a n c e s c a K a e C . S a n t i a g o , R N D
This year's theme for the 47th
Nutrition Month Celebration is
"Malnutrisyon Patuloy na
Labanan, First 1000 days
Tutukan!"
The month-long activity began
with a flag-raising ceremony
last July 5, 2021, with a
recorded video presentation for
this year's Nutrition Month
theme.
The celebration continued with
an exhibit/ panel board display
and televised video
presentations at the Atrium.
A Nutrition Pantry was also
held where various food items
such as vegetables, fruits,
canned products, biscuits,
beverages, and even oral
nutritional support (ONS) were
made available to a limited
number of NKTI employees.
Free teleconsultations were
also offered on all Tuesdays of
the month as part of NDD's
community outreach program
and promotion of proper
nutrition.
NKTI employees also actively
participated in the Nutri-Quiz
that was done through the
Roundcube. The questions were
sent via the Roundcube system
and employees sent their
answers to the NDD official
mobile phone. The first one who
sent the correct answer won the
round, all while following the
provided instructions.
The closing ceremony for the
celebration was held at the
Claver P. Ramos Auditorium
with a "Nutrition Pantry." NDD
provided food donations (ayuda)
for NKTI employees. An Ayuda
Cook-off, a video cooking
contest, was held via Zoom. This
activity was carried out by the
NKTI employees, and the judges
included Registered Nutritionist
Dieticians from East Avenue
Medical Center and University
of the East Ramon Magsaysay
Medical Center.
As part of the NDD's thrust to
improve their services this pandemic,
they now also offer telenutrition
services for our outpatients.
5. Hazel Rodriguez, MD
Adult Nephrologist
P A G E 5
T H E R E N A L C A P S U L E
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Renal Throb
The Renal Throb is a space where NKTI employees share lessons they've learned about life, love, and
other important matters. In this issue, nine of our healthcare workers share their struggles and
realizations during this pandemic.
Saul B. Suaybaguio, MD
IM- Resident
The challenges stemmed mostly from one
thing: the need for social distancing. Due
to this necessity, much was affected
ranging from being able to communicate
with patients to learning from our
consultants. Both work and education was
compromised, and we've had to look for
ways to compensate. Rarely do we see to
cases directly in line with our fields since
most of our time is spent caring for CoVid
patients. Although we do our best, I do
worry what lies in store for us in the
future. It goes without saying the
emotional burden has also been heavy.
People from your different circles contract
the illness and, unfortunately, some do
succumb to the virus. Those who you've
once talked to in person you now see as a
name adding to a long list of casualties. It
can be disillusioning how things are barely
getting better despite everyone exerting
everything, sacrificing as much as they
can, to improve the situtation. But it's
also haunting how, if we stop now, things
would only get worse.
What were the challenges you have
experienced in the workplace as a
healthcare worker during the pandemic?
Nagkacovid po ako, moderate noong Sept 2020
pinaiwas ko ang aking mga kamag anak na makipagkita
muna upang maiwasan ang pagkahawa hawa,
nagsakripisyo sa pinasyal na aspeto pero sinuportahan
naman ako ng aking aking kapatid dahil almost 1 month
ako naconfine at naquarantine
Payo ko po sa kanila, dapat nandun parin ang pag iingat,
huwag magpupuyat, magpahinga ng maayos at wasto,
kumain ng maayos. Kung dumating ang punto na may
nararamdaman na sila, huwag mahihiyang lumapit sa
ospital para maagapan at mabigyan ng wastong gamot at
pag aalaga.
SG Menardo Caliboso
Northcom
Mary Joyce Fernandez
Clerk III
As a healthcare worker, this pandemic
created lot of day-to-day challenges
which I needed to overcome. As an
example, I need to ensure to follow
strict health protocols from wearing a
facemask and faceshield everyday
wherever I go, hand sanitizing and
practicing physical distancing ultimately
for everyone's safety. In addition, I can
no longer do the things I previously did
to enjoy and unwind such as travelling
with family and friends. Lastly, there is
that feeling of anxiety a family member
might get sick.
Rowena Maniquiz
Philcare
Nagkaron po ako ng takot sa
bawat araw para sa sarili at
sa pamilya ko.
What would you like to say to your fellow
health workers who are going through
challenges this pandemic?
Buenafe Dela Cruz
IPCC Nurse
My fellow NKTI, we being a
family working and striving
together, facing this
Pandemic is far from over.
Please don't forget to smile
and thank God for the life
we have.
Daisy Lopez
Head Nurse, OPS
As the slogan says ”We Heal
As One” This means we have
to protect one another.
knowing today will never
come again. Let's all be a
blessing, be a friend, and
Let's all take time to care.
Joel Majuk
Radiologic Technician
Always follow the safety
protocols, Stay Safe always
and PLEASE PRAY for our
GUIDANCE!
Lanie Zarate
Nursing Attendant
We have to be united and
fight as one to win this
battle against this unseen
enemy
Sander S. Santos
NKTI-EAHW
Keep safe and inform OSH if
they have symptoms of
COVID-19.
Despite all the
uncertainties and
unexpected
changes we face
now, let us try to be
kind to each other.
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NKTI
Dr. Concesa Casasola:
THE NKTI’S “RESEARCH” GATEKEEPER
We all know her as “Dra. Connie”
or “Dra. Con” since 1998 when
she entered the NKTI as an Adult
Nephrology Fellow alongside
with her batch-mates, Dr.
Ernesto Gerial, Dr. Joben
Abraham, and Dr. Sergio
Simangan. Notably, her entry, as
a first year fellow could be
traced back during the time
when part of the Lung Center of
the Philippines has caught fire
and the NKTI was gravely
affected.
Research has been very close to
her heart. This is rooted when
she became the Chief Fellow of
Adult Nephrology and chosen to
be the research assistant of
former Executive Director, Dr.
Enrique T. Ona. Back then, the
NKTI was the only hospital in the
Philippines to do research on the
immunosuppressive drug in
kidney transplantation.
Since then, Dr. Casasola has
been engaged with the research
activities of the NKTI. In 2001-
2002, she was designated as a
Research Associate to help Dr.
Romina Danguilan in the
Institute’s Research Committee
and was concurrently assigned
as the Industrial Clinic Physician.
Later on, she formally joined the
NKTI workforce as an Active
Consultant of Adult Nephrology.
She also became the Head of
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Education and Counseling Clinic
of the Adult Nephrology, and
together with her mentors,
crafted a program to improve
the outcome of CKD patients by
providing planned educational
pathways, which will enable
patients to comprehend the
disease process and treatment.
Dr. Casasola continues doing
research as well as supervising
the conduct of the Institute’s
researches as a Research
Associate from 2002 to 2007,
and during this time, the
Technical Review Board (TRB)
and Research Ethics Committee
(REC) were created with the
aim of ensuring quality
research output and of course,
in further realizing the mandate
of the Institute as a research
institution. With these
continuous developments, in
2009, the Clinical Trial and
Research Unit (CTRU) was
institutionalized until it
officially became a Division,
with its own human resource
complement and budgetary
provisions in 2018. Her passion
and commitment have become
vital in developing the NKTI’s
research arm alongside with
her mentors.
In her 23 years of service, Dr.
Casasola has seen and
experienced the progress of the
Institute and its journey of
becoming the premier hospital
for kidney and urologic
diseases, and organ
transplantation. She considers
NKTI as her “second home”
because since her fellowship
training, this is the only hospital
where she practice and grew
professionally and personally.
Most of her time are spent a lot at
the NKTI. She even jokingly
expressed that “maybe NKTI is my
first home because I stayed more
here than in my house and
considered the proximity of my
workplace in buying our house.”
Dr. Casasola witnessed and
experienced the story of NKTI
from its lowest point to its rising
to the top as she went through six
(6) leadership, from the time of Dr.
Filoteo Alano to the present
Executive Director, Dr. Rose Marie
O. Rosete-Liquete.
Dr. Casasola is looking forward to
the future of NKTI and very proud
to be part of this excellent and
innovative team.
The NKTI Spotlight showcases the story and journey of leaders and employees at
the NKTI which will serve as a source of motivation and encouragement to others
to develop a strong commitment to public service.
SPOTLIGHT
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Health and Wellness: Creating an
Ergonomic Workplace
b y P h y s i c a l M e d i c i n e a n d R e h a b S e c t i o n
The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Section
(PMRS) sees and treats employees who experience
various musculoskeletal pains (eg: upper back pain, low
back pain, knee pain, etc.). More than 50% of them are
diagnosed with low back pain and undergo
rehabilitation. Among the causes of their low back pain
are poor body posture and improper body mechanics.
Body mechanics is the use of one’s body to produce
motion that is safe, energy conserving, anatomically
and physiologically efficient. Proper body mechanics
helps maintain good balance and control. Good posture
is an easy and very important way to maintain a healthy
mind and body. When you practice correct posture,
your body is in alignment with itself. This can alleviate
common problems such as back or neck pain,
headaches, and fatigue. In addition, being in good
general health and standing (or sitting) tall will also
boost your bearing and self confidence.
Let's get physical: The Lifestyle Medicine Program
sends through NKTI roundcube their exercise videos
weekly to encourage employees live a healthy and fit
lifestyle.
8. IN MEMORIAM
I S S U E 3 P A G E 8
T H E R E N A L C A P S U L E
N a t i o n a l K i d n e y a n d T r a n s p l a n t I n s t i t u t e
E a s t A v e n u e , Q u e z o n C i t y
1 1 0 1 , P h i l i p p i n e s
S a k i t s a b a t o , s a g o t n a n d i t o . . . N K T I k a a g a p a y m o !
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The Renal Capsule pays tribute to them through the words of those whom they have worked with at NKTI.
They left an indelible mark at the hearts of those who knew and treasure them most-- their families, friends,
and co-workers.
Dr. Caguete lived an admirable and adventurous life. He was a faithful
family man, a doting husband to his wife and father to his children,
keen on sharing life’s joys and adventures through his many travels. He
was a compassionate physician, and a generous soul who likes to
experience happiness by sharing with others. We are thankful for the
time he spent with us, and are grateful for his service and commitment
since the early years of the department. He has been with us through
many accomplishments and challenges alike, and we will always be
thankful for his influence and impact to both our professional and
personal lives. He will be greatly missed, and never forgotten.
Edwin P. Marcelo
Nov 12, 1964 - May 4, 2021
Dr. Ferdinand Caguete
May 10, 1960 - September 14, 2021
General and Interventional Radiologist.
Storekeeper IV
Edwin rose from the ranks as Nursing
Attendant in 1993 to Storekeeper IV
assigned at the Property Division. He
served with dedication in NKTI for 26
years.
mission vision core values
We are a healthcare institution
that provides compassionate and
quality care for all patients with
renal and allied diseases,
urologic conditions, and
transplantation.
To be the premier center
for renal health and
transplantation adhering to
the highest standards of
patient care, training, and
research.
Excellence
Visionary
Service with Integrity and
Compassion