Healing Hands, United Hearts: Successful Surgical Mission at CPH-D

In a remarkable testament to teamwork and compassion, and through the initiative of the Cebu Provincial Capitol, a two-day surgical mission was successfully conducted last August 16–17, 2025 at Cebu Provincial Hospital–Danao (CPH-D), bringing hope and healing to patients in need of quality surgical care.

Over the course of the mission, 29 life-changing surgical procedures were performed by our UCMed Team—each one representing not just a medical intervention, but a renewed chance at better health and a brighter future for the beneficiaries.

This initiative was made possible through the unwavering collaboration of UCMed’s Departments of Surgery, Anesthesiology, and Nursing, in partnership with Chong Hua Hospital and the dedicated staff of Cebu Provincial Hospital–Danao. Together, the teams demonstrated skill, solidarity, and a shared commitment to advancing healthcare access for the community.

The mission was spearheaded by Dr. Elise Nicole Catalan, in close coordination with Dr. Jenina Capoy-Lato, Head of CPH-D, whose leadership and dedication ensured the seamless execution of the program.

UCMed’s Medical Director, Dr. Armando V. Tan, and the management extend heartfelt gratitude to all doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals who generously shared their time, expertise, and compassion for this cause.

Reflecting on the mission’s success, Dr. Michael Catiwala-an, Training Officer of UCMed’s Department of Surgery, shared an inspiring message:

“We don’t count the number of patients we serve—we count every opportunity to deliver the best surgical care.”

Beyond alleviating immediate medical needs, this mission also strengthened the bond among healthcare providers, reaffirming a collective commitment to community well-being.

Indeed, the surgical mission stands as a powerful reminder that when healing hands and united hearts come together, lives are transformed.

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UCMed Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
MATERNITY PACKAGE DEAL PROGRAM

UCMed eHealth for Maternity Package Deal Program
TERMS OF USE AGREEMENT

Last updated:  March 24, 2020

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before using the application UCMed Chat Box (the "Service") operated by  University of Cebu Medical Center ("us", "we", or "our").

Your access to and use of the Service is conditioned on your acceptance of and compliance with these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users and others who access or use the Service.

By accessing or using the Service you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of the terms then you may not access the Service.

To better serve the needs of people in the community, health care services are now available by the electronic transmission of information. This may assist in the evaluation, diagnosis, management and treatment of a number of health care problems for the women enrolled in UCMed Maternity Package Deal Program.  This process is referred to as “telemedicine” ,“telehealth” or “eHealth.” This means that you may be evaluated and treated by a health care provider or specialist from a distant location. Since this may be different than the type of consultation with which you are familiar, it is important that you understand and agree to the following statements.

  1. The eHealth OB-Gyn healthcare provider will be at a different location from me.
  2. I may be asked for my medical history, examinations, x-rays, tests, photographs or other images by the specialist who is at a different location.
  3. I will be informed if any additional personnel are to be present other than myself, individuals accompanying me, and the eHealth OB-Gyn healthcare provider. I will give my permission prior to the entry of the additional personnel.
  4. The eHealth OB-Gyn healthcare provider will keep a record of the consultation in my medical record.
  5. RELEASE OF INFORMATION: eHealth OB-Gyn healthcare providers who provide professional services to the patient are authorized to furnish medical information from my emergency medical record to the another physician, if any, and to any insurance company or third party payer for the purpose of obtaining payment of the account. eHealth OB-Gyn healthcare provider is authorized to release information from my medical record to any other health care facility or provider to which my care may be transferred.
  6. I voluntarily consent to health care services provided by my doctor(s) or a designee, which may include diagnostic tests, drugs, examinations, and medical or surgical treatments considered necessary to treat my health problem.
  7. I understand that I may be released before all my medical problems are known or treated and it is my responsibility to make arrangements for follow-up care.
  8. I understand that I have the option to refuse eHealth service at anytime without affecting the right to future care or treatment and without risk losing my benefits.

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