Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital

01/12/2025

ASMGH has been awarded by the Department of Health – Central Office with a 3-Star Green Rating for 2025, recognizing our commitment to a Green, Viable, and Safe Hospital.

This award reflects our collective effort in implementing eco-friendly practices, promoting waste reduction, conserving energy and water, and ensuring a safe environment for both patients and healthcare workers.

Together, we continue to build a healthier, greener, and safer ASMGH for every Antiqueño.

07/10/2025

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐀𝐆𝐋𝐀-𝐔𝐌 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐂, 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 for its successful compliance with certification standards as an 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲!

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to our beloved 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞, which continues to shine with excellence as it receives multiple recognitions from the 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 – 𝐖𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐲𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭.

The following recognitions were conferred to:
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 – for attaining the Universal Health Care (UHC) Local Health Systems (LHS) Maturity Level Referral System Functional Level with Achieved Status.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 – for achieving 106.31% access to Safe Basic Water Supply.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 – as the Province in Western Visayas with the highest coverage for Bakuna Eskwela 2024.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞– for meeting targets under the National Safe Motherhood Program CY 2024, with 93.43% Facility-Based Deliveries and 93.76% Deliveries by Skilled Health Professionals.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 – for its unwavering support to the National Voluntary Blood Services Program, achieving a 1.11% blood donation rate for CY 2024.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞– for its outstanding performance in achieving 37.74% coverage for PhilPen Risk Assessment among adults aged 20 and above.
𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐳𝐚𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 – for its support for cancer elimination as a Cancer Assisted Fund (CAF) and Cancer Supportive–Palliative Medicine Access Program (CSP MAP) site.
𝐌𝐚𝐝𝐣𝐚-𝐚𝐬 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜, 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐢 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 – for successfully complying with HIV Treatment Facility certification standards.
𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐢𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐝 – for its support and commitment to the Population, Health, and Environment (PHE) Project.
𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐝𝐞 𝐁𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚 – for meeting Level II Adolescent-Friendly Health Facility National Standards, and for being contracted under the Outpatient Benefits Packages for General Mental Health and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RF/RHD) services.
𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐳𝐚, 𝐁𝐮𝐠𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐠, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐨 – for the consistent implementation of the Healthy Hearts Technical Package, achieving high service coverage, zero defaulters, and excellent BP control rates.
𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 – recognized as a Health Learning Institution, ranking Top 3 in the Healthy Schools Category.

These recognitions reflect Antique’s steadfast commitment to quality healthcare, preventive programs, and community wellness.

Indeed, let us continue working hand in hand for a healthier and brighter Antique.

𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐆𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐨𝐥𝐨 𝐉𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐫. 𝐏𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐨𝐧!

07/10/2025

🎉 Congratulations, ASMGH Pagla-um Clinic! 🏆

The Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital – Pagla-um Clinic has been awarded a Plaque of Recognition for its successful compliance with certification standards as an HIV Treatment Facility.

This recognition was conferred during the Western Visayas Harmonized Health Excellence Awards held on October 3, 2025, at Diversion 21 Hotel, Iloilo City.

This remarkable achievement stands as a testament to our collective commitment to quality healthcare, compassion, and excellence in providing comprehensive HIV care and support for the people of Antique and the Western Visayas region.

Kudos to the dedicated Pagla-um Clinic Team and to everyone at ASMGH who continuously upholds our mission of service, compassion, and excellence.

03/10/2025

October 3, 2025 —📋🏥 Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital successfully underwent an Onsite Reassessment under the👩‍🍼 Mother and Baby Friendly Health Facility Initiative (MBFHI) program led by DOH–Western Visayas CHD.

03/10/2025

October 3, 2025 — 🏥 Structural inspection of Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital conducted by the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office, Provincial Engineer’s Office, and the Department of Public Works and Highways.👷‍♂️

30/09/2025

🦷 Donation for ASMGH Dental Unit

Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital (ASMGH) Dental Unit gratefully received donated dental supplies from the Office of Cong. AA Legarda, facilitated by Dr. Esperanza Ma. Soledad Sumande.

The support will go a long way in enhancing our dental services for the people of Antique.

29/09/2025

🎉 Congratulations, Mr. Romulo P. Vargas of ASMGH Housekeeping!

He was honored with the Early Bird Award in recognition of his punctuality, dedication, and consistent service. Your hard work and discipline set a shining example for all. 👏

25/09/2025

25/09/2025

𝐑𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐌𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐒𝐌𝐆𝐇 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐆𝐨𝐯. 𝐉𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞
SAN JOSE DE BUENAVISTA, Antique – Governor Paolo Javier officially turned over a donation of essential medicines from RiteMed Philippines, Inc. headed by Gerry A. Barja, AVP - Operations Head to the Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital (ASMGH) today, September 19, 2025.
Dr. Cecilia M. Balensoy, MD, DPAFP, Chief of Hospital, received the medicines on behalf of ASMGH. The donation included Amlodipine 10mg, Telmisartan + HCTZ 40mg/12.5mg, Carvedidol 25mg, Atorvastatin 10mg, Mefenamic Acid 500mg, Chlorhexidine 120mL Oral Solution, and Sodium Bicarbonate 650mg—vital drugs for managing common health conditions such as hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and infections.
In his message, Governor Javier expressed gratitude to RiteMed for their generosity.
“I sincerely thank RiteMed Philippines, Inc. for the generous donation and I hope that these medicines will somehow ease the burden of our kasimanwas who need them,” he said.
Beyond the turnover, Gov. Javier also witnessed the demonstration of new clinical laboratory equipment by Sta. Ana HealthCare Plus. He likewise visited the old CT Scan Room to assess its current condition, underscoring his commitment to enhancing hospital facilities.
“We will do everything in our power to see to it that our equipment and facilities be improved,” the governor assured.
On behalf of ASMGH, Dr. Balensoy also expressed gratitude for the support.
“Gina pasalamatan gid namun ang RiteMed kag ang tanan nga mga indibidwal nga nagabulig gid para sa ikaugwad kang Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital. Hopefully, amat-amat natun ma-build ang Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital nga sangka hospital nga tanan rugyan para sa mga tawo—di na kinahanglan maguwa pa, mangayo ka bulong, kag ma-fulfill natun ang vision kang atun Gobernador nga zero-no balance bill,” Balensoy said.
This event marks one of the starting steps of Governor Javier in his broader initiative to improve healthcare services in the province and ultimately achieve his goal of a zero-billing policy for Antiqueños.

25/09/2025

💊🌍 Today, ASMGH proudly joins the global celebration of World Pharmacists Day with the theme:
“Think Health, Think Pharmacist.”

We honor our ASMGH Pharmacists for their unwavering dedication to ensuring safe, effective, and accessible medicines for every patient. Your expertise is vital in building a healthier community. 💙

We also thank Provincial Administrator Atty. Robin Rubinos and Provincial Health Officer II Dr. Ric Noel Naciongayo for gracing the occasion, and Dr. Ellen Grace Balinas for her insightful talk on Rational Antibiotic Use.

Part of the celebration featured a photobooth and door prizes for ASMGH employees, making the event both meaningful and memorable.

Happy World Pharmacists Day 2025 to our ASMGH Pharmacists and all pharmacists around the world! 🙌

19/09/2025

A visit from the PhilHealth Regional Office VI was held today, September 19, 2025, to discuss and sign off on the reconciliation results. 📝 Key discussions focused on the status of submitted claims and their reconciliation.

Present from the PhilHealth Regional Office VI were Ma’am Cherry Ann S. Sararaña-Chavez and Ma’am Jerlyn T. Romero.

Joining them were our OIC Chief of Hospital, Dr. Cecilia M. Balensoy; Sir Jimmy B. Quanico, Administrative Officer V of the Finance Service; Ma’am Cyville B. Fullones, Administrative Assistant VI, and Ma’am Kristine Minasalvas, Administrative Officer I, from the Billing and Claims Unit; and Sir Danilo Mande from the Accounting Unit.