Transcript University of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine and Surgery

UST MED CLASS 67 MEDICAL
MISSION PROJECT
Dear Classmates,
One of the projects proposed by the class is a medical
mission to the Philippines. During the Mini-reunion in Chicago
last fall, we presented and briefly discussed the options for this
potential project. The following PowerPoint slides consisted of
the presentation. Kindly, take a few moments of your time to
review this slides, in preparation for our reunion and business
meeting in Las Vegas. This will be in the meeting agenda for the
class to discuss and act upon.
Thank you and please let me know if anyone has any
questions.
Tony Penilla
Chair
Committee Medical Mission
COMMITTEE
MEDICAL MISSION
Antonio R. Penilla, M.D. - Chair
Fernando V. Ona, M.D. - Member
Nela V. Rodriquez- Cordero, M.D. – Member
Oscar Bascug, M.D. - Member
Cora Gemil, M.D. - Ex- Officio
University of Santo Tomas
Faculty
Of Medicine and Surgery
UST MEDICINE CLASS 1967
FOUNDATION, INC.
MEDICAL MISSION PROJECT
2007
Antonio R. Penilla, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Medical Mission Project Committee
From across the Pacific…..
Tony P,
Got your treatise, extensive as it is, …… All the best to
your meeting and warmest regards to all. I am most
confident the “Chicago Mob” will ensure an
enjoyable and rewarding weekend for all of you. I
remember vividly when I met them years ago for
approval of the CME project. Not only was I treated
well but also they turned the tide in support of the
CME project. I will always be indebted to them.
Cheers to Class 67!
Willie
MEDICAL MISSION PROJECT
OBJECTIVES
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Class 67 in service to others
Continuing spirit of giving
Compassionate remembrance for the less
fortunate
In celebration and commemoration of the
class’ 40th anniversary
FORMAT/OPTIONS
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Traditional medical mission from US based
organization configuration
Medical Mission at the UST Clinical Division
Medical Mission with Outreach CME activities
Financial support to an existing medical
facility
TRADITIONAL MEDICAL MISSION
U.S. BASED ORGANIZATION
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Sponsor organization from the U.S.
Team members are U.S. based with some Philippine
counterparts
Financed by sponsor
Variable duration:
Days to a week
Variable venue: Hospitals of various level of care or
clinics
Services provided: Medical, Surgical, Specialties,
Dental, Humanitarian
Mission location/site: Pre-selected, using variable
criteria which may include:
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Site of calamities
Request from site residents
Request from local health or government officials
Request from local civic organizations
Other criteria decided by sponsor
U.S. Based Medical Mission
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All services are provided totally free to the
patients- including medications/drugs,
supplies, diagnostic tests expense and
hospitalization expenses.
Local host usually responsible for
transportation, accommodation, food and
security for the mission team
U.S. Based Medical Mission
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Drugs, medications, medical and surgical
supplies, equipment procured in the US from
donations (pharmaceutical, equipment and
device companies, hospitals and
humanitarian organizations).
Budget:
$ 12,000.00- 15,000.00
US Based Medical Mission
Caveats
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Mission site is crucial
Venue is very important
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Types of services to be offered
Availability of adequate basic facilities, equipment and
support personnel
Team members composition and commitment
Surgical services give the most benefit
Medical services of uncertain benefits
This type of mission is expensive both for sponsor
and host
Very labor intensive for mission team members
MEDICAL MISSION AT
UST CLINICAL DIVISION
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Class 67 Foundation will be the sponsor
Team to compose of US and Phil based members
Mission to be undertaken in cooperation with the Clinical Division’s staff
including students, interns and residents
Will be financed by UST Class 67 Foundation
Will be held before the 40th anniversary class reunion celebrations
Duration will be at least 3 days
Services to be offered: Medical, Surgical and Subspecialties depending upon
the availability and commitment of Class 67 members
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Clinical Division In-House medical mission had been done before like the Save A Sight
and Save a Heart missions*
Example of special services to be offered will be Cardiology and Cardiothoracic
surgery: cardiac caths, interventions, pacemakers, thoracic surgery; general and
gynecologic laparoscopic procedures, etc.
All services will be free of charge to the patient
Participation by UST Class 67 in clinical conferences, rounds and teaching
during the duration of the mission
Medical Mission
at UST Clinical Division
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Would be a part of the 40th anniversary celebrations
Favorable and attractive points:
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Class 67 is coming home to give back, to the institution
where we started to acquire and develop the skills that we
have now
Tertiary medical facility, available high tech services,
support services, equipment for major and more complex
procedure
Familiar location, familiar environment
Transportation and accommodations by individual team
member
Budget:
Unknown but could allocate same amount
as a traditional medical mission
UST Clinical Division Mission
Caveats
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Availability and commitment of Class 67 members
Effect of the separation of the FMS and the UST
Hospital: Should not be an issue, the ultimate
beneficiaries will be the poor, needy and indigents.
Approval from UST Hospital Administration for such
activity
Philippine based Class 67 members position on the
activity
Medical Mission
Outreach CME Program
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Organized by the Office of CME USTFMS
Continuing Medical Education Courses or Programs are taken to
the provinces to address the CME needs of the local practitioners
2 or 3 out of town trips are being planned each year
Multiple departments will participate as dictated by the subject
matter offered
Opportunity for Class 67 to augment and interact with USTFMS
faculty and local practitioners for a mutual learning experience
If Class 67 decides to participate (or sponsor), it will be called
UST FMS-Class 67 CME Circuit Course for 2007. Coordination
for dates of activities will be made
It will be a part of UST Class 67 40th Anniversary Celebration
Budget:
P 150,000.00 to 200,000.00
Medical Mission
Outreach CME Program
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Favorable points:
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Minimal involvement by class members- only
interested participants
No preparation needed by the class
Good objective
Will provide educational benefits to rural
practitioners
Relatively inexpensive program
Medical Mission- Outreach
Medical Mission
CAVEATS
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Availability and commitment of Class 67
members
Coordination of schedules
Sufficient interest and enthusiasm from Class
67 members
SUPPORT
EXISTING MEDICAL FACILITY
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Hospital or Clinic
Financial support in the form of Annual grant
for a predetermined amount
Specific programs in the institution or clinic
may be designated, like:
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Vaccination Program
Drug Assistance Program
Specific diseases or illnesses or procedure
Criteria for selection of facility will be created
Support
Existing Medical Facility
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Favorable or attractive points
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Financial support only
No preparations by Class 67 needed
Maximum benefit provided to the intended recipients
Can be an on going and long lasting project (depending
upon fund availability)
Class can visit or organize periodic medical mission in the
facility
Budget:
Unknown. To be determined by the
specific program financed
Support
Existing Medical Facility
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Potential facility candidates for considerations
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Barrio Clinic of our classmate- Dr. Fernando V.
Ona in Batangas
UST Clinical Division
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Patient Assistance Program
Specific Hospital Project to be identified
Clinical Division Clinics
Other facilities
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Charity Patient Care
OTHER OPTIONS
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Other medical but not institution related
programs
Non-medical programs
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Pabahay Project
Gawad Kalinga
Botica sa Baryo