National Children's Hospital

30/03/2026

March 25, 2026 | 1:00–4:00 PM

The benchmarking visit of the Philippine Children’s Medical Center (PCMC) to the National Children’s Hospital Pediatric Palliative Care (PPC) Center was successfully conducted, providing a valuable platform for shared learning and exchange of best practices in pediatric palliative care development.

The activity opened with a warm welcome from Dr. Philip Morales, NCH Medical Director, who welcomed our PCMC colleagues and emphasized the importance of collaboration in strengthening care for children with serious illness.

As part of the program, Dr. Adelina Uyvico, Coordinator of PPC Clinical Services, provided an overview of the PPC model of care, highlighting the continuum of services delivered from hospital-based care to home and community support.

A key highlight of the visit was the interprofessional panel discussion featuring the NCH PPC team:
• Dr. Leicel Goyena, PPC Specialist
• Ms. Coy Vargas, PPC Nurse
• Ms. Sheena Robenta, PPC Social Worker

The session allowed the PCMC team to gain insights into the NCH PPC experience, including practical lessons in building an interprofessional, family-centered, and compassionate service for children with serious illness.

The activity concluded with the handover of the Global Handbook on Children’s Palliative Care to the PCMC team, symbolizing a shared commitment to advancing pediatric palliative care.

Thank you to our PCMC colleagues for the meaningful exchange and shared commitment to advancing Pediatric Palliative Care in the Philippines.

20/03/2026

National Children’s Hospital Finance Division Honored by Department of Health for Exemplary Financial Management

Davao City, March 13, 2026 – The National Children’s Hospital (NCH) Finance Division, led by Ms. Joanabelle Orzales, received prestigious recognition from the Department of Health (DOH) for its successful implementation of the Write-Off of Dormant Account Balances, pursuant to Commission on Audit Circular No. 2023-008, with an approved request
granted by the COA, demonstrating exemplary accounting practices and a recognition for sharing their best practices for achieving high obligation and disbursement rates and addressing COA AOMs.

These accolades were presented during the DOH’s national forum, “Improving Budget Ex*****on and Financial Performance: Best Practices in Digitalization and Financial Reports,” held at the Ritz Hotel in Davao City from March 9 to 13, 2026.

These DOH recognition underscores NCH’s unwavering commitment to good governance, transparency, and accountability in public financial management, setting a benchmark for other healthcare institutions nationwide.

20/03/2026

Congratulations to our graduates and fellows for passing the March 2026 Philippine Pediatric Society Certifying Written and Oral Examination!
Your NCH Family is proud of you! 🎉

18/03/2026

MARCH 12, 2026 | First Quarter Fire and Earthquake Evacuation Drill at National Children’s Hospital

The National Children’s Hospital successfully conducted its First Quarter Fire and Earthquake Evacuation Drill on March 12, 2026, led by the Health Emergency and Disaster Management Unit (HEDMU) under Dr. Christian Ramos, with Medical Center Chief Dr. Philip A. Morales serving as Incident Commander.

This critical exercise aimed to enhance hospital-wide preparedness and responsiveness by simulating real-world fire and earthquake scenarios. Key objectives included testing evacuation routes, assembly points, and communication protocols; evaluating response times for patient transfers (prioritizing vulnerable pediatric cases); and reinforcing roles across departments such as nursing, security, and administrative staff. Over 300 personnel, patients, and visitors participated, achieving full evacuation in under 8 minutes—well within DOH safety benchmarks.

This activity underscores our commitment to a culture of safety, aligning with Republic Act No. 1O121 (Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction Act) and DOH guidelines.
Together, we continue building a safer, more resilient healthcare environment for our young patients and community.

17/03/2026

National Children’s Hospital Hosts 5th Best Practice Sharing: Strengthening Quality Improvement through Proposal Presentations and Panel Guidance

March 12, 2026 – The National Children’s Hospital (NCH) successfully conducted its 5th Best Practice Sharing event, themed “Strengthening Quality Improvement.” Organized by the Office of Strategy Management (OSM) Technical Working Group (TWG) on Best Practices, under the facilitation of Dr. Maurice Lee Santos and OSM Chair Dr. Cynthia Castro, the activity underscored NCH’s commitment to advancing healthcare excellence.

In his opening remarks, the NCH Medical Center Chief emphasized that these initiatives exemplify the institution’s steadfast dedication to elevating patient care standards, fostering operational excellence, and safeguarding the well-being of pediatric patients and their families.

The highlight of the event was the presentation of innovative Quality Improvement (QI) study proposals from various hospital divisions. Participants received valuable panel guidance to refine their projects. The proposals included:
• Yuri Xavier F. Lucas, RN – Developing a Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment and Monitoring Tool for Nurses at National Children’s Hospital
• Jennifer D. Gianan-Cortez, MD – Prospective Audit of Monitored Antimicrobial Use at National Children’s Hospital: Basis for Feedback System
• Joseph Matthew B. Sanchez, RN – A Quality Improvement Project on Laboratory Specimen Reduction at the National Children’s Hospital
• Gwyn Halden C. Rosano – Bill Settlement for Inpatient and Outpatient PhilHealth Members at National Children’s Hospital
• Johaina P. Pangcoga, MD – Reducing Fluid Overload in Critically Ill Children Through Standardized Fluid Balance Monitoring & Early Intervention
• Edbert P. Solano, MD – Oral Rehabilitation of Pediatric Patients under General Endotracheal Tube Anesthesia
• Immanoelle C. Garcia, RN – “Purple for a Purpose” – Elevating Enteral Feeding Safety Through Color-Coded Syringes
• John Vincent V. Arcinue – Efficient Requisition Process for Office Supplies

This event promotes a culture of continuous improvement, aligning with NCH’s mission to deliver world-class pediatric care. For more details or to access presentation materials, please contact the OSM-TWG Secretariat.

16/03/2026

NCH Benchmarking Visit to NKTI Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Program March 12, 2026

The National Children’s Hospital (NCH) Blood and Cancer Care Center (BCCC) conducted a highly productive benchmarking activity at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (HSCT) Program. This initiative supports NCH’s strategic goal of establishing its own HSCT Unit, as envisioned by Medical Center Chief Dr. Philip A. Morales and Dr. Anna Marie Espaldon, Head of BCCC. The new unit will complete NCH’s comprehensive suite of blood and cancer treatment services, enhancing pediatric care capabilities.

The visit was expertly facilitated by Dr. Lynn B. Bonifacio, Chairperson of NKTI’s Internal Medicine Division and Head of the Cellular Therapeutics and Transplantation Unit. The NCH delegation included key leaders and specialists:
• Dr. Philip A. Morales, Medical Center Chief
• Ms. Joanabelle Orzales, Chief Administrative Officer (Finance)
• Dr. Anna Marie Espaldon, Head, BCCC
• Dr. Keithly Tejada, Head, Department of Laboratory
• Dr. Jeannie Karen Uy, Infectious Disease Specialist
• Dr. Kat Buenaflor, Chief Fellow, BCCC
• Ms. Imelda Panaga, Nurse Supervisor, BCCC
• Ms. Rosemarie Catap, Head, Medical Social Services
• Engr. Nelson Maranion, Engineering and Facilities Management Service (EFMS)
• Mr. Ronald Catap, Biomedical Engineer
• Ms. Belay Menor, Secretariat, BCCC

Through in-depth discussions and program observations, the team gained valuable insights into HSCT protocols, infrastructure requirements, multidisciplinary coordination, and quality assurance—critical knowledge for NCH’s upcoming HSCT implementation.

09/03/2026

Awareness!

06/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Louisa Joan Go on receiving the 2026 Mayor’s Awards – Health (Individual) in Puerto Princesa!

From Quezon City to Puerto Princesa, your dedication to serving children with congenital heart disease, through free 2D-Echo services, cardiac catheterization, consultations, and medical missions, has brought life-saving care and renewed hope to many young Palaweños and their families.

Your commitment to making specialized pediatric cardiac care accessible beyond the capital is truly inspiring. Your NCH family is truly proud of you!

06/03/2026

National Children’s Hospital Multi-Sectoral Governance Council Holds First Meeting of the Year

The National Children’s Hospital (NCH) Multi-Sectoral Governance Council (MSGC) convened its first meeting of 2026. This biannual gathering, currently chaired by former Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Paulyn Jean Ubial, unites diverse sectors to collaborate on key issues impacting the hospital. The MSGC provides strategic guidance and oversight to advance NCH’s development and sustain its transformational roadmap.

During the meeting, the introduction of new members was acknowledged, including Congressman Jesus Manuel 'B**g' Suntay, represented by Atty. Arlene Roura, and Dr. Nina Castillo-Carandang.

Also in attendance were other members of the MSGC, including Vice Mayor Gian Sotto, represented by Ms. Kristine Pascua, Ms. Fatima Lorenzo, and Dr. Hilda Ong. Members of the Executive Committee (ExeCom) of National Children's Hospital were likewise present, led by Medical Center Chief Dr. Philip A. Morales, together with Chief of Medical Professional Staff Dr. Cecilia Dizon, Chief Administrative Officer Mr. Reynaldo Salazar, CAO - Finance Ms. Joanabelle Orzales, Chief Nurse Lenore Pasol, and OSM Chair Dr. Cynthia Castro.

The MSGC Technical Working Group was also present, headed by Dr. Jhoanna Abuzman, with members Dr. Marwa Mundoc, Dr. Andrea Aranda, Dr. Lyndsay Angeli Santos, Ms. Imelda Nabayra, Ms. Rose Catap, Ms. Golda Valientes, Ms. Keithly Alegre, Mr. Claudene Ace Jorvina, Mr. Eugene Paolo Dela Llarte, Ms. Nerisa Abila, Ms. Cherry Orlina, Ms. Julien Refugia, and Mr. James Harold Katigbak.

05/03/2026

05/03/2026

💜 National Women’s Month 2026 💜
Ang National Children’s Hospital ay nakikiisa sa pagdiriwang ng National Women’s Month ngayong Marso 1–31, 2026!
Sa temang “WE for Gender Equality & Inclusive Society” at hashtag na , sama-sama nating itaguyod ang pagkakapantay-pantay at inklusibong lipunan para sa lahat.
Makilahok at makiisa sa mga aktibidad ngayong buwan ng kababaihan. 💪✨
Babae ka, mahalaga ka!

19/02/2026

🏆 WE DID IT AGAIN! Congratulations to our NCH residents, Dr. Pauline Dominique Sevilla and Dr. Eleanor Kay Ramos for claiming the championship at the PIDSP Interhospital Quiz Show! Your knowledge, teamwork, and dedication made us beam with pride! Your NCH Family is so proud of you! 🎉🌟