OFW Hospital

28/01/2026

The OFW Hospital has renewed its Level 2 License for 2026 as Accredited by the Department of Health.

This is another major milestone for the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and OFW Hospital in their collective efforts to provide quality and accessible healthcare to Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families. As it retains its Level 2 status, the OFW Hospital continues to provide more comprehensive and specialized services such as Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), Level 3 Specialized Diagnostic X-ray Services and Computed Tomography.

Together, we are committed towards improving and leveling up in care for our modern-day heroes and their families!

28/01/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭: 𝐎𝐅𝐖 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐖𝐖𝐀 𝐑𝐖𝐎3 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐂𝐒𝐅𝐏 𝐌𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐫

The OFW Hospital new Medical Center Chief, Dr. Servando Sergio D.C. Simangan Jr. and Chief Administrative Officer, Blesilda Gutierrez together with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Regional Welfare Office 3 (OWWA RWO 3) OIC Regional Director, Redina C. Manlapaz, extended a courtesy visit to City of San Fernando, Pampanga Mayor Vilma Balle-Caluag on January 26, 2026.

The visit aimed to further strengthen collaboration between the two agencies and the Local Government Unit of the City of San Fernando, Pampanga, particularly in enhancing medical and healthcare services.

Together, we are united in service, committed to progress and dedicated to the welfare of every Fernandino and OFW families.

28/01/2026

𝐎𝐅𝐖 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐖𝐖𝐀 𝐑𝐖𝐎3 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫'𝐬 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐞

The OFW Hospital new Medical Center Chief, Dr. Servando Sergio D.C. Simangan Jr. and Chief Administrative Officer, Blesilda Gutierrez together with the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Regional Welfare Office 3 (OWWA RWO 3) OIC Regional Director, Redina C. Manlapaz, paid a courtesy visit to Pampanga Governor Lilia "Nanay" Pineda on January 26, 2026.

This meaningful engagement marks another step toward enhanced coordination and sustained initiatives for the benefit of our OFWs and the people of Pampanga.

27/01/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐲𝐨 𝐬𝐚 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐨: Paunawa tungkol sa Pansamantalang Pagsuspinde ng 𝐂𝐓 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬

Ipinapaalam po namin sa lahat na ang mga CT scan procedure sa OFW Hospital ay pansamantalang ititigil simula Enero 20, 2026 hanggang sa susunod na abiso.

Ang desisyong ito ay ginawa upang matiyak ang kaligtasan ng aming mga pasyente at mga kawani dahil sa mga teknikal na isyung natukoy sa CT scan equipment. Ang pagsasagawa ng CT scan sa kasalukuyang kondisyon ng makina ay maaaring magdulot ng posibleng panganib at makaapekto sa kaligtasan ng pasyente pati na rin sa performance ng kagamitan.

Ang aming team ay aktibong nakikipag-ugnayan sa service provider upang agad na maresolba ang mga teknikal na problema. Makakaasa po kayo na ginagawa namin ang lahat upang maibalik ang serbisyo sa pinakamaagang panahon at sa pinakaligtas na paraan.

Lubos po kaming nagpapasalamat sa inyong pag-unawa, pagtitiyaga, at pakikipagtulungan sa panahong ito. Para sa anumang katanungan o paglilinaw, mangyaring makipag-ugnayan sa Radiology Department. Maaari kayong magmensahe sa Viber (0949-418-9121) o mag-email sa OFWHRADIOLOGY@GMAIL.COM.

Maraming salamat po sa patuloy ninyong tiwala at suporta. Kaligtasan ninyo ay mas mahalaga!

27/01/2026

𝗗𝗠𝗪, 𝗜𝗖𝗢𝗛 𝗣𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗙𝗪𝘀
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), through the Inter-Agency Committee on OFW Hospital (ICOH), reviewed major milestones and service expansions at the OFW Hospital in San Fernando, Pampanga on January 22, 2026. Key highlights include the hospital’s DOH Level 2 license, the ongoing construction of Cancer Care Center, and strengthened medical services for overseas workers and their families, underscoring President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.'s whole-of-government commitment to protect and promote the welfare of OFWs.

26/01/2026

𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟!

We are proud to welcome 𝗗𝗿. 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗼 𝗗𝗖. 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻 as the new Medical Center Chief of the OFW Hospital, who officially assumed office last January 21.

Dr. Simangan is a vascular surgeon with over 34 years of experience at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI). His extensive clinical expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence in patient care make him an invaluable addition to our institution.

Reflecting on his journey, Dr. Simangan shared that since he started his medical career in 1992, he never felt like he was truly “working” because he genuinely loved what he did as a surgeon. For him, the years passed quickly and meaningfully because he was doing what he was passionate about. He said "kapag mahal mo ang ginagawa mo, parang di ka nagtatrabaho". For him, when you love what you do, work no longer feels like work.

He also shared that just three days into his new role at the OFW Hospital, he already feels the same sense of fulfillment again—beginning to enjoy and love the responsibilities entrusted to him and beginning to love the people working with him.

We are confident that under his leadership, the OFW Hospital will continue to strengthen its mission of providing quality healthcare for our Overseas Filipino Workers and their families.

Congratulations, Dr. Simangan! 👏

23/01/2026

𝗜𝗖𝗢𝗛 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗙𝗪 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹
San Fernando, Pampanga - The Inter-Agency Committee on OFW Hospital (ICOH) convened on January 22, 2026, at the OFW Hospital in the PEO Compound, Barangay Sindalan, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, to review key developments, infrastructure projects, and policy initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare services for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families.
During the meeting, the Committee praised OFW Hospital for holding a Department of Health (DOH) Level 2 Hospital License valid until December 31, 2026. The license represents a significant milestone in the hospital’s ongoing efforts to enhance service delivery and achieve Level 3 accreditation.
The Committee also reviewed the progress of the Cancer Care Center Project, a flagship infrastructure initiative with an approved budget of ₱80 million. Construction is ongoing, with partial readiness expected by October 2026 and full completion by December 2026. The facility is expected to expand access to specialized oncology services for OFWs.
Another milestone for the OFW Hospital is the operational readiness of the Medical Facility for Overseas Workers and Seafarers (MFOWS). The facility was granted a probationary license by the DOH until May 31, 2026, and will initially operate on a pilot basis, offering pre-employment medical examinations, laboratory services, and occupational safety and health consultations.
The ICOH is chaired by the DMW and co-chaired by the Department of Health (DOH), with the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration as members. It serves as the governing body of the OFW Hospital and works to strengthen partnerships with national agencies, legislators, and stakeholders to support funding, governance reforms, and the long-term sustainability of OFW Hospital operations. # # # (by Frank Resma)

NEWS RELEASE
Department of Migrant Workers
23 January 2026

𝗜𝗖𝗢𝗛 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗷𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗙𝗪 𝗛𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹

San Fernando, Pampanga - The Inter-Agency Committee on OFW Hospital (ICOH) convened on January 22, 2026, at the OFW Hospital in the PEO Compound, Barangay Sindalan, City of San Fernando, Pampanga, to review key developments, infrastructure projects, and policy initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare services for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families.

Read the full story here: https://dmw.gov.ph/news-releases/News-release-202840





Story: Frank Resma

22/01/2026

𝐎𝐖𝐖𝐀 𝐑𝐖𝐎 3, 𝐃𝐌𝐖 𝐑𝐎 3, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐅𝐖𝐇 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration Regional Welfare Office 3 (OWWA RWO 3), the Department of Migrant Workers Regional Office 3 (DMW RO 3), and the Overseas Filipino Workers Hospital (OFWH) conducted a coordination meeting on January 21, 2026, at the 2nd Floor Boardroom of OWWA RWO 3.
The meeting aims to strengthen inter-agency partnerships to further enhance the delivery of services for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families across the region. It was presided over by DMW RO 3 Regional Director Atty. Marion Sevilla, OWWA RWO 3 OIC Regional Director Redina C. Manlapaz, and OFWH Medical Center Chief I Dr. Servando Sergio D. Simangan Jr., along with key officers from DMW RO 3, OWWA RWO 3, and OFWH.
During the meeting, the agencies presented their accomplishments for the year 2025, discussed prevailing issues and concerns, and formulated solutions to further improve service delivery to OFWs and their families. The discussion highlighted the importance of stronger coordination among the agencies to ensure more efficient, responsive and easier access to different programs and services of the clients.
The coordination meeting reaffirmed the agencies’ shared commitment to providing holistic, responsive, and accessible services that cater the needs, interests and welfare of OFWs and their families in the region.

19/01/2026

𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊: Proud moment as OFW Hospital leads today’s Flag Raising Ceremony at the DMW Central Office in Mandaluyong City

United in service, commitment, and dedication to the health and welfare of our Overseas Filipino Workers.

Together, we continue to serve with excellence and compassion.

14/01/2026

𝐇𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 - 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧s:
(1) Medical Specialist II
(4) Medical Officer III
(1) Nurse II
(1) Nurse I
(1) Medical Equipment Technician III
(1) Respiratory Therapist I
(1) Administrative Assistant II

Open until January 24, 2026

Scan the QR Code below or Access http://www.ofwhospital.info/ and go to the "CAREER" tab.

09/01/2026

𝐀𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐎𝐅𝐖 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞!

This is yet another milestone for the hospital and for our medical team. Thanks to our dedicated team headed by Dr. Jeremy Tan and Dr. Analyn Adlawan, our anesthesiologist, as well as our OR nurses, for assisting and ensuring patient safety throughout the procedure.

The patient is 27 years old and a dependent of an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Taiwan for three (3) years.

A tracheostomy is a medical procedure in which a doctor creates a small opening in the front of the neck into the trachea (windpipe). A tube is placed into this opening to help a person breathe.

This achievement reflects our commitment to advancing critical care and delivering quality medical services to our patients.

08/01/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦 (𝐄𝐑) 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐚 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞, 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦. 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐲 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭.

The ESI or Emergency Severity Index is a 5-level triage system used to identify who needs immediate care—because every second matters. With proper triage, the right treatment is delivered faster and lives are saved.

ESI 1 - RESUSCITATION (Seen Immediately)
- Patients who are unresponsive or unsconscious, or those who are suffering from these conditions:
Cardiac and Respiratory Arrest
Unresponsive / Unconscious
Life and Limb Threatening
Major Trauma

ESI 2 - EMERGENT (Seen less than 15 minutes)
- Patients who are showing signs of distress or experiencing a condition that can become life threatening and needs to be re-evaluated. Cases like these must be continuously monitored such as:
Active Seizures
Signs of Stroke (Slurring of speech, facial dropping)
Profuse Bleeding
Severe Allergic Reaction
Respiratory Distress

ESI 3 - URGENT (Seen less than 30 minutes)
- Patients who are stable but requires multiple types of resources to be monitored or treated such as:
Palpitations
Chest Pain
Mild Asthma Attacks
Abdominal Pain
Diarrhea
Active Vomiting
Vaginal Bleeding

ESI 4 - LESS URGENT (Seen less than 60 to 120 minutes)
- Patients who are stable but has injuries that need medical attention such as:
Minor Trauma
Rashes
Red Eye(s)
Back Pain
Headaches
Allergies
Fever

ESI 5 - NON-URGENT (Seen more than 120 minutes)
- Patients with non-threatening cases and are in stable conditions such as:
Cough / Colds
Painful Urination
Sore Throat
Rabies Vaccination (not yet available)
Simple Wound
Change in Foley Catheter
Less than 1 Day Low Grade Fever
NGT Insertion