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| An architect's rendition of the new Makati Medical Center complex |
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As of June 19, 2008, Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) is gearing itself to become a player in strengthening the medical tourism industry in the Philippines. Its long tradition of excellence in healthcare and medical practice boosts its bid to open its doors to global clients.
In preparation for this endeavor, MakatiMed opened International Medical Services at the 9th Floor of its Main Building. Equipped with well-furnished patient rooms and a business center, the floor is specially tailored to anticipate the needs of international clients.
Medical travelers to MakatiMed can expect healthcare services at par with world standards, most notably in its Centers of Excellence. Among the most sought-after services for medical travelers are the Corporate Health and Wellness Center for executive check-ups and preventive care, including vaccination, and the Aesthetic Center for laser and phototherapy, plastic and reconstructive surgery, and dental care services. In addition, MakatiMed also offers its reputed curative care services, through its well-trained and board-certified consultants and staff that deliver an entire range of medical services.
The hospital is also already accredited by the Department of Tourism.
“MakatiMed is already known as one of the prime medical service providers in the Philippines,” said Dr. Andre E. Villanueva, MakatiMed VP for Business Operations and Development. “This makes us confident in bringing MakatiMed to serve the global clientele.”
MakatiMed expects medical travelers not only among foreigners but also Filipinos residing abroad. |
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Established in 1995, the American Eye Center holds the distinction of being the country’s premier ophthalmic laser center for the treatment of nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
In November of 2000, the Center moved from The Medical City to Shangri-La Plaza and is now a full-service, world class, diagnostic, therapeutic and surgical eye facility. Managed by the Associated Eye Specialists, the most experienced and longest running EYE MD group practice in the Philippines, the Center has the largest clinical experience in Southeast Asia with over 30,000 refractive procedures performed.
The Center offers “No-Stitch Cataract Surgery” under “Eye Drop Anesthesia using the latest machines – exactly as it is done at leading eye centers in the United States.
The American Eye Center houses a laser suite, two operating rooms, a recovery room, seven examining rooms, and a spacious reception area. The latest diagnostic equipment can be found for the early detection and monitoring of all eye diseases such as Glaucoma, Diabetic Retinopathy and Cataract. The American eye Center is a full-service ambulatory surgical facility accredited with the Department of Health (DOH) and the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth).
A team of highly qualified Eye MDs, optometrists, nurses and counselors are always on hand to provide patients with personalized quality eye care. |
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Jack G. Arroyo, MD
President- American Eye Center
Diplomate, Philippine Board of Ophthalmology
Treasurer and founding member, Philippine Society of Refractive Surgery
Member, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
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Regina Isabel B. Santos-Morales, DMD
Diplomate, American Academy of Periodontology |
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Decay, periodontal (gum) disease, trauma are the main sources why teeth are extracted. Bleeding gums is the first sign of gum disease. It may be accompanied with swollen gums, sensitivity to hot and cold stimuli, abscess formation and moving teeth. Malodor can also be present. The gums often feel tender to touch and patients cannot chew normally. Unfortunately, not all types of periodontal disease present as such. In fact, people who have high threshold of pain, do not recall or experience any of these signs and therefore, when the disease continues to progress, by the time it is noticed, the disease has gone its severe course and teeth has to be pulled.
It is important to understand that periodontal disease can be prevented. Through thorough comprehensive periodontal examination, patients can be informed whether the disease is present or not. Management/treatment of this condition includes non-surgical and surgical means to remove the etiologic factors associated with periodontal disease such as subgingivalcalcular deposits, plaque and bacteria. Then it is stressed that strict maintenance recall visits should be performed in order to prevent the recurrence of the disease.
Aside from bacterial elimination as treatment of periodontal disease, esthetic enhancements on teeth and implants have been the center of contemporary periodontics in the recent years. Contemporary periodontics has witnessed the continued emergence of sophisticated techniques to resolve esthetic concerns through periodontal plastic surgery.
In our multi-disciplinary practice, careful treatment planning and diagnosis of all cases are discussed amongst (as needed) qualified general dentists, periodontists, prosthodontists, oral surgeons, endodontists and orthodontists to provide the patient with a good, impressive results that we know our patients will be happy to have and DESERVE to have.
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