Tzu Chi Medical Foundation Philippines

15/02/2026

CLINIC ADVISORY

Tzu Chi Eye Center's clinics and offices will be closed on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, in observance of Chinese New Year. Regular clinics and offices will resume on Wednesday, February 18.

14/02/2026

For years, Tzu Chi and Cardinal Santos Medical Center have been working hand-in-hand to save and uplift lives. Through this partnership, eye patients in need of highly complex surgeries manage to receive treatment at CSMC with Tzu Chi's assistance.

Additionally, CSMC’s Cardiovascular Institute, in 2024, launched bi-monthly free clinics at the Tzu Chi Eye Center in Sta. Mesa, Manila. It has since provided essential consultations and cardiac clearances to the Eye Center’s patients.

This spirit of unity was once again felt as the two institutions came together to celebrate the Lunar New Year on February 13. Tzu Chi Eye Center volunteers were present at the event, preparing and serving guests with traditional snacks such as tikoy (nian gao), coconut macaroons, and peanuts – each carrying symbolic meaning: strong bonds, warmth and joy, longevity, and good health. Eye Center staff also worked behind the scenes, teaching selected CSMC doctors and the hospital’s leadership to perform the highlight of the celebration – a lively Chinese drum beating performance.

The enduring partnership between Tzu Chi and Cardinal Santos Medical Center manifested Dharma Master Cheng Yen’s teaching that “good human relationships are conducive to the attainment of success. By doing good deeds that benefit others, we are indeed cultivating good relationships.”

May Tzu Chi and CSMC continue to run this shared path—carrying hope and light to every patient they serve. In the years to come, may this strong affinity continue to move forward with courage and harmony, transforming compassion into action.

Happy Lunar New Year! Xīn nián kuài lè!

13/02/2026

Inspiring words from our President, Dr. Antonio S. Say! ♥️

New era. New barrier breakers.💪

Our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Antonio S. Say, challenged and empowered the new generation of doctors during the 44th Fellows & Residents Commencement Exercises to rise beyond limitations by turning illness into recovery with compassion and unwavering dedication. 🩺✨

As they move forward as specialists and leaders, they carry with them the CSMC legacy of excellence—where barriers are broken, and their hearts serve with compassion.

12/02/2026

"Doing good and being filial are two things that cannot be put off."

08/02/2026

"The Buddha teaches us that in order to live a life at ease, we should divide our worldly wealth into four portions."

07/02/2026

With one arm leaning on her crutch and the other supporting her father’s back, 26-year-old Abegail Mendoza made the long journey from Taytay, Rizal to Tzu Chi Eye Center in Sta. Mesa, Manila for her father’s consultation. Together, they made a poignant sight: a blind man guided by his limping daughter, one careful step after another.

Theirs was quite a tragic story. Abegail met an accident in 2022. A former BPO employee, she was on her way to work late at night when the motorcycle she was riding crashed. Abegail survived but had not been able to walk without a crutch since. She also lost her job. This misfortune occurred at a time when the family was already struggling to find solution for their patriarch’s health condition, 62-year-old Ramon Blanco, who was cataract-blind.

Desperate to save up for a surgery to replace her broken knee, Abegail sold various goods on the internet and applied for jobs as a virtual assistant. However, all these efforts eventually folded, leaving her and her father dependent on her older brother, who was a construction worker, for their daily necessities.

At home, Abegail took on the responsibility of caring for their blind father and doing the house chores despite her limited mobility.

One day, a neighbor, who pitied the family’s situation, advised them to visit the Tzu Chi Eye Center. There, Tzu Chi Medical Foundation President Dr. Antonio Say, moved by the daughter’s devotion and the family’s misery, vowed to operate on Ramon’s eyes and ease their burden.

On December 20, 2025, Ramon underwent cataract surgery on the left eye at the Cardinal Santos Medical Center. Tzu Chi supported the surgical expenses. Six days later, Dr. Say operated on his right eye, completely restoring Ramon’s vision.

“Immediately after the surgery, he could see clearly again!” Abegail shared cheerfully. “I was relieved because I need not hold him or assist him anymore. We are both free to walk about now.”

Ramon was just as thrilled. “It's been four years!” he said. “Throughout that time, I lost all hopes. But now I am hopeful again. Thank you for everything!”

✨"A beautiful life comes from love and devotion." - Jing Si Aphorism✨

06/02/2026

When a family member falls ill, the entire family suffers. For years, Tzu Chi Eye Center and the Dagupan City government have been working hand in hand to help ease the suffering of Dagupan families by making expensive eye surgeries and treatment accessible. Among the recent beneficiaries of this project is a couple devoted to each other and a loving father whose sole wish is to care for his daughter.

05/02/2026

"We do not have ownership of our life, only the privilege of using it."

03/02/2026

The 23rd Quezon City Council passed a resolution commending the Tzu Chi Eye Center for “its unconditional and exceptional eye surgical services that restored the sight and hope of numerous indigent patients.” It also recognized “the selfless examples” of its medical and non-medical volunteers, which “inspired the kindness and the bayanihan spirit of Quezon City residents.”

Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and City Councilors presented the plaque of commendation during the City Hall’s flag raising ceremony on February 2. BCMFPI President Dr. Antonio Say, Tzu Chi Eye Center Deputy Medical Director Dr. Irene Susan Lapid-Lim, and Tzu Chi volunteers received the award.

Councilor Nanette Daza of QC 4th District, Councilor Karl Castelo of QC 5th District, and Councilor Wency Lagumbay of QC 3rd District, who introduced City Council Resolution No. SP 10273 S-2025 commending Tzu Chi, were present during the event to congratulate the volunteers.

“We have a lot of underprivileged members of society who have been going to the Eye Center and you have been treating them very, very well,” said Councilor Daza of their effort to recognize Tzu Chi.

Councilor Daza visited the Tzu Chi Eye Center in 2024 and had personally witnessed how the Buddhist charitable group served patients. “Your equipment is high-tech, upgraded, and we are very, very happy for all the quality services that you have been providing us,” she added.

Councilor Castelo agreed, sharing that he had met many of his constituents who were served at the Eye Center. “They have been given renewed strength and hope now that they can do the things that they were unable to do before because they were limited by cataracts. Their lives were really transformed by your help,” he said.

READ FULL STORY: https://tinyurl.com/qc-government-commends-tzu-chi

03/02/2026

‼️ANNOUNCEMENT‼️

FEBRUARY SCHEDULE FOR REQUIREMENTS SUBMISSION

INAABISUHAN ANG MGA PASYENTENG NATINGNAN SA AMING PASILIDAD AT NABIGYAN NG LABORATORY TEST REQUEST na sundin ang mga sumusunod na schedule sa pagpasa ng requirements para sa kanilang operasyon:

📆ARAW NG PASAHAN: FEBRUARY 9, 2026 (PAALALA: Ipagawa ang lab tests at medical clearance sa pagitan ng February 2-8, 2026 upang maiwasang mapáso o ma-expire ang laboratory test results at clearance).

📆ARAW NG PASAHAN: FEBRUARY 23, 2026 (PAALALA: Ipagawa ang lab tests at medical clearance sa pagitan ng February 16-22, 2026 upang maiwasang mapáso o ma-expire ang laboratory test results at clearance).

Maraming salamat sa inyong kooperasyon!

03/02/2026