BatMC Toxicology Specialty Center

08/04/2026

✨ ✨Grateful and honored for this recognition of Batangas Medical Center Toxicology Specialty Center.✨ ✨

This award reflects the dedication, teamwork, and passion of everyone committed to saving lives and advancing toxicology care.

Here’s to continuing our mission of service and excellence.

07/04/2026

The BatMC Toxicology Specialty Center successfully conducted a Chemical Safety Seminar today, April 7, 2026, for the employees of BeltonTotoku Philippines, Inc. at Milagrosa, Calamba City, Laguna.

The Toxicology Team shared essential knowledge on the proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals, as well as preparedness in responding to chemical-related emergencies.

This initiative supports the company’s commitment to quality, environmental management, and occupational health and safety.

Together, we continue to build a culture of safety, awareness, and responsibility in every workplace.

31/03/2026

Big congratulations to the Toxicology Specialty Center OIC/Head , Dra. Busilak Grace Verceles-Evangelista and Nurse Toxicologist Pamela L. Ronquillo for successfully completing the 40-Hour BOSH Training (Safety Officer 2 Certification) for Public Sector last March 23–27, 2026 at Madison 101 Hotel + Tower, Quezon City!

This training was provided by the Department of Health MIMAROPA Center for Health Development, through the Environmental and Occupational Health Cluster, in collaboration with the Department of Labor and Employment – Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC).

Your commitment to learning and strengthening workplace safety—especially in handling toxic exposures—is truly inspiring. This achievement adds to your capability to protect both healthcare workers and patients every day. 👏

Keep leading the way in promoting a safer and healthier work environment!

26/03/2026

🌴 El Nido, Palawan | Strengthening Food Handling & Water Safety 💧🍽️

In support of the Inter-Agency Committee (IAC) for El Nido Rehabilitation and in response to a DENR request, the Batangas Medical Center-Toxicology Specialty Center together with MIMAROPA Center for Health Development (CHD), through the Environmental and Occupational Health Division (EOHD), East Avenue Medical Center and Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Hospital conducted an Orientation on Proper Food Handling and Water Safety from March 16–20, 2026 in El Nido, Palawan.

The activity brought together representatives from various Local Government Units (LGUs), strengthening collaboration and shared commitment toward improving sanitation and public health practices in the community.

23/03/2026

13/03/2026

The Toxicology Specialty Center proudly recognizes the participation of Dr. Emmanuel Jaurigue Landicho in the National Stakeholder Consultative Meeting for the Establishment of SALAG‑PH held on March 9–13, 2026 in Bacolod City.

The activity was organized by Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital in collaboration with the Department of Health – Disease Prevention and Control Bureau, through the Environmental and Occupational Health Division and Toxicology Specialty Centers.

This important consultative meeting gathered key stakeholders to discuss snakebite epidemiology, clinical management of envenomation, antivenom logistics, and the development of a unified clinical pathway for snakebite envenoming in the Philippines.

We commend Dr. Landicho for representing our center and contributing to national efforts in strengthening snakebite management and toxicology services in the country. 🐍🏥🇵🇭

11/03/2026

The Toxicology Specialty Team served as resource speakers during the 1st General Assembly of Advocates, Leaders and Professionals in Environment Safety, Health Philippines, Inc. (ALPrESH) held on March 11, 2026, at the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA – Calamba Campus, Calamba, Laguna. The team shared valuable insights on Occupational Toxicology and Chemical Safety in the Workplace.

The lectures were delivered by Dr. Busilak Grace P. Verceles-Evangelista, Pamela L. Ronquillo, RN, and Christyla Mirasol, RCH, who discussed chemical exposure, risk prevention and safety measures, and laboratory testing for workplace protection.

The session also introduced the future services of the Toxicology Specialty Center – Analytical Laboratory, which aimed to strengthen collaboration with various industries by providing technical guidance and specialized laboratory support that may help to:

• Detect toxic substances in biological samples
• Confirm suspected chemical exposure
• Support occupational health investigations
• Provide evidence for risk management decisions

Reliable laboratory support strengthened evidence-based occupational health practice.

We thanked ALPrESH for the opportunity to collaborate in promoting safer workplaces and a poison-free community.

25/02/2026

✅ Activity Successfully Conducted!

The Coast Guard District Southern Tagalog (CGDSTL), through the Marine Environmental Protection Enforcement and Response Group–Southern Tagalog (MEPERG-STL), continues to strengthen its commitment to public safety and marine environmental awareness.

In partnership with the Batangas Medical Center – Toxicology Specialty Center, a lecture on Marine Envenomation and Marine Toxins was held on 24 February 2026, with special emphasis on box jellyfish stings.

This initiative equips our Coast Guard personnel with vital medical knowledge to ensure timely and appropriate response to marine-related health incidents, enhancing our preparedness in safeguarding coastal communities and visitors.

👮‍♂️🌊 Together, we protect lives and preserve our marine environment!

13/02/2026

⚠️ BABALA: DEVIL’S CRAB / TOXIC REEF CRAB ⚠️

❗ HUWAG KAININ ang mga hindi kilalang alimango, lalo na ang galing sa bahura (reef crabs).

11/02/2026

🌟 Welcome to Our First-Ever Toxicology Resident Rotators! 🌟

We are excited to welcome our two resident rotators from Department of Family and Community Medicine for the month of February! Thank you for choosing our center as part of your training journey. We look forward to learning, growing, and working with you as you bring your passion, curiosity, and fresh perspectives to our team.

May this rotation be filled with meaningful experiences, valuable lessons, and lasting connections. We are glad to have you with us and wish you a rewarding and inspiring month ahead. 💙🌱

30/01/2026

✨ A Milestone of Excellence for CALABARZON! ✨

The Toxicology Specialty Center has been honored with a prestigious award from the Office for Strategy Management – Performance Governance System today January 30, 2026 at the Batangas City Convention Center.

This recognition celebrates the Center’s breakthrough results and commitment to delivering top-quality, comprehensive care for the whole region. 💙

👏 Kudos to the team for raising the bar in healthcare excellence!

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18/12/2025

CY 2025| Occupational Safety and Health Orientation 🏥⚕️

The MIMAROPA Center for Health Development (CHD), in collaboration with the DPCB–Environmental and Occupational Health Division and the BATMC–Toxicology Specialty Center, successfully conducted the Orientation on Occupational Safety and Health in Health Facilities on December 8–12, 2025, in Puerto Princesa City, Palawan—marking the final activity for Calendar Year 2025.

Aligned with the National Objectives for Health 2023–2028 and the “Pag-Iwas sa Sakit” agenda, the activity strengthened awareness and capacity on OSH among health facility managers and supervisors.

The BATMC–Toxicology Specialty Center provided technical support through its resource speakers, Dr. Busilak Grace P. Verceles-Evangelista and Ms. Pamela L. Ronquillo, in promoting safer and healthier workplaces for healthcare workers.