Dok Nefai Dela Serna

17/09/2025

Acupuncture has shown promising results in treating Bell's palsy, a condition causing temporary facial paralysis.

Scientific evidence suggests that it works by stimulating the facial nerves and muscles, which can help improve nerve function and blood circulation to the affected area. This increased blood flow can reduce inflammation and promote nerve regeneration, leading to a faster and more complete recovery.

Studies published in journals like Acupuncture in Medicine have found that patients who receive acupuncture often have a higher rate of full recovery compared to those who don't.

While it's not a standalone cure, acupuncture is considered a valuable and factual complementary treatment that can significantly aid in the healing process.

16/09/2025

"Mahirap daw maging healthy pero mas Mahal magkasakit.

Bahala na nagka-cancer basta nag-enjoy Naman daw SA Buhay.

Bawat araw na Hindi ka kumakain Ng healthy at kumakain ng wala sa oras, you are depriving your body to get the essential nutrients. It might source out from your muscles and bones. Baka nga pati utak mo mag-shrink dahil kulang na Ng energy katawan mo SA kapabayaan at dahil nakakalimutan mong kumain Ng maayos SA tamang oras.

Kaya, ugaliing kumain Ng Tamang pagkain, masustansya at naSA tamang oras.

Nakakabata ang kumain Ng gulay at prutas. Nakakadagdag pa SA lakas at Ganda!

Bawat ginagawa mo Ngayon, SA bawat pagpili mo Ng gagawin para SA inyong kalusugan, ikaw rin ang makikinabang niyan SA huli.

Masarap tumanda na Hindi Naka welchair kundi nag surfing SA siargiao at nagtratavel around the world. Masarap mag retire na totoong nalalasap mo ang Bunga Ng inyong pinaghirapan at gawin ang LAHAT Ng bagay na Hindi mo nasubukan noong Una.

14/09/2025

"Logical thinking is gone when hates dominate."

In a world where rationality is trampled by ignorance, partisan spirit despise the unity towards a common goal.

People are illogical in the guise of hypocrite advocacy. The common discernment and factual reasoning will never change even at the cost of losing integrity.

I pity for those who are blinded by their partisan ideology, those who lost their integrity trusting their nemesis.

I am frustrated that in the battle and outcry for accountability is only thrown for a person or family they despise the most not for those who are blatantly evil.

The only difference of Filipino and other Asian neighbors is our ability to bend over at the cost of losing our integrity.

We don't stand as one as a nation but being selfish for our own interests!

10/09/2025

"Glow and shine through the years."

After two days of insightful sharing, learning, and collaborating, we are down to our socials and network party after a sumptuous healthy dinner!

Thank you DG Tess Iñigo for making these all possible. Congrats to the whole team!
Congratulations to the very successful event!

10/09/2025

The TCIM HOSPITAL CONFERENCE 2025 was filled with so many insightful inputs and inspiration.

Indeed, TCIM with the leadership of Dr. MA Teresa Inigo we are paving the way to fill the gaps in the mainstream medicine.

Today, with great pride and timely opportunity, I am deeply honoured to personally meet few key players and supporters in propagation of TCIM in the mainstream healthcare.

10/09/2025

10/09/2025

It took half of my life to navigate and explore the vast learnings of ancient medicine. I lived with it, embodied it. Absorbed it to my core being. I'm the living testament of its efficacy, safety, and effectiveness.

Before it was only a vision. A dream. A goal that someday it will be fully accepted and recognized at the national level so every Filipino can benefit from the holistic and people-centred healthcare they deserve. Something that has quality, safety, efficient and scientific.

Our Asian Neighbors are now benefitting the gifts of the past by integrating the traditional medicine into their Universal healthcare system. We are way behind but slowly catching up.

We are now heading in that direction.
Not very long that our healthcare system will finally integrate the TCIM into Universal Health Care.

I am so privileged and fortunate that with the path I have taken, it is now making its way in the right direction.

I highly recognize the late Doc Juan Martin Flavier, "the doctor to the barrios", for having the magnanimous vision establishing the path we reap today.

Truly that when a person is driven for a cause, his life advocacy will ripple in the future.

To all the people behind the success of this event and to those who consistently support and believe in this cause, thank you bigtime! You are doing a great favour to serve the people the utmost healthcare they truly deserve.

To my greatest mentor, the late Dr. Lilia Palanca, the diplomate, advocate and pillars of Philippine Acupuncture merging to conventional medicine, I will be forever indebted to you. The knowledge and wisdom that you personally inculcated to me will remain to serve the public at large.

At your service,

Dok Nefai Dela Serna

10/09/2025

It was an honor to personally meet Dr. Pravit Akarasereenont, Associate Professor and Chair of the Siriraj Center of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine (Si-CATTM), and Dr. Sukree Kade , a respected Doctor of Applied Thai Traditional Medicine. These esteemed keynote speaker and pillars of Thai Traditional Medicine (TTM) and it's associate were present at the TCIM Hospital Conference 2025.

During the conference, Dr. Pravit introduces the organic framework, innovations and feats of Thai Traditional Medicine (TTM) and Thailand’s best practices for integrating Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) into the national healthcare system.

Their valuable insights and remarkable achievements serve as an exceptional benchmark for adapting and integrating TCIM into the Philippines' own Universal Healthcare System.

The integration of Traditional, Complementary, and Integrative Medicine (TCIM) into the Philippine Universal Healthcare System is a viable and beneficial endeavor, drawing inspiration from Thailand's successful model. This is made possible by several key factors within the Philippines' healthcare landscape.

The Philippines, much like Thailand, has a rich heritage of traditional medicine practices, often deeply rooted in local communities. This existing cultural acceptance and usage of traditional remedies provide a fertile ground for formal integration.

Through the creation of a framework that recognizes and standardizes these traditional practices, the Department of Health (DOH) can build upon an established foundation rather than introducing a foreign concept.

Furthermore, the Universal Healthcare Act in the Philippines provides a strategic entry point for this integration. The Act's focus on comprehensive, accessible, and affordable healthcare aligns perfectly with the principles of TCIM, which often offers cost-effective alternatives for chronic disease management and preventive care. By integrating TCIM, the Philippines can expand healthcare options, reduce the burden on conventional medical services, and potentially lower overall healthcare costs for the population.

This process involves collaboration between government agencies, academic institutions, and traditional medicine practitioners to ensure safety, efficacy, and ethical practice. Ultimately, adopting a TCIM-integrated system can enhance the Philippines' healthcare resilience, making it more holistic and culturally appropriate for the diverse needs of its population.

10/09/2025

With Doc Regina C. Talavera of Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center and Doc Zain Al-Abidin of Zamboanga City Medical Center. The keynote esteemed speakers during the TCIM Hospital Conference 2025 this 9th day of September 2025 at Ardenhills Suites, Quezon City.

The insightful topics they shared of how they successfully integrated TCIM in the healthcare settings.

Dr. Talavera tackled few challenges and winnings how the TCIM was successfully operated and propagated in the private healthcare sector.

Dr. Al-Abidin shared functional strategies for holistic and patient-centeref health system.

It was indeed a pleasure to meet and learn from you personally.

So grateful for the intimate insights and suggestions you have shared with me.

10/09/2025

With Doc Moises S. Viernes Jr. Head of Integrative Medicine Unit at the Region II Trauma and Medical Center (R2TMC), one of the Resource Person and Mr. Manghi during the TCIM Hospital Conference 2025 this 9th September 2025.

R2TMC has successfully created a sustainable TCIM unit in the Hospital setting. It has already served the public and enhances the people-centred approach to healthcare.

09/09/2025

New and old friends plus the seminar perks during the TCIM Coordinators Meeting happened this 9th day of September 2025 at Ardenhills Suites, Quezon City.

Big thanks to PITAHC for making this possible!

09/09/2025

Day 1: TCIM COORDINATORS MEETING 2025

The First day of the TCIM Coordinators Meeting 2025 was a huge success!

It was inspiring to see so many great minds from the Department of Health (CHD) and coordinators from across the country collaborate and share ideas.

This meeting supports the core mission of Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care to integrate Traditional and Complementary Integrative Medicine (TCIM) into the national healthcare system, making it more accessible and effective for all Filipinos.

Kudos to everyone who made this successful meeting possible!