Building foundations for learning

By Connie Angeles, Executive Director for Health and Medical Programs

Healthcare is changing at a pace we've never seen before. New technologies and approaches emerge daily. Amidst this, we believe everyone deserves access to modern, reliable healthcare.

In 2024, we've made strides in bringing quality healthcare facilities closer to people who need them most. We've turned over new health centers designed to address the specific needs of each community they serve.

Innovation drives our approach. We have been boosting our health centers' digitalization efforts with SM DigiKonsulta, ideal for virtual consultations and creating patients' electronic medical records (EMR). Our health centers feature practical solutions like rainwater harvesting systems and green initiatives that make them more sustainable and cost-effective to run. 

We have begun rolling out a hands-free eyewash unit paired with a hand-wash station, which is a critical safety feature that can make a difference in emergency situations. Another center is equipped with a search and rescue box, preparing us to respond quickly when our community needs us most.

As healthcare continues to advance, each new facility we open brings us closer to our vision: healthier generations and communities where everyone can access the care they need.

(With Albert Uy, Dr. Bless Bertos, Dalfhen Samson, Roma Hierro, Rolando Sagun, Michael Andrei Lumahan)