Western Visayas Medical Center, Q. Abeto Street , Mandurriao, Iloilo City (2026)

05/02/2026

A Healthier Future for the Children of Pasil: MOA Signing for the "Medical Home Initiative"

Today marks a historic milestone for health and wellness in New Lucena as the Barangay Pasil Gymnasium hosted the official Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) signing for the Pediatric Residency Training Community Program Consortium. This landmark "Medical Home Initiative" formally unites the local government of Barangay Pasil, led by Punong Barangay Hon. Elizer S. Divinagracia, Jr., with the esteemed pediatric departments and residents of Iloilo Doctors' Hospital (IDH) and Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC). Representing the medical community were IDH’s Dr. Mary Jane V. Rodriguez, Dr. Ma. Perpetua Socorro S. Barrera, and Dr. Jovanne L. Sombilla, alongside WVMC’s Dr. Teresa C. Martirez-Hallegado, Dr. Jade C. Akhunzadah, Dr. Mary Grace Encarnacion-Asis, and Dr. Mae Anne Rizalyn Allam.

The program was honored by the presence and support of Cong. Dr. Kathryn Joyce Fermin-Gorriceta and former Cong. Michael Gorriceta, whose participation underscored the importance of this initiative. Designed to transform local healthcare, the "medical home" model views the family as the heart of a healthy society. Beyond the formal agreement, this consortium is a dedicated commitment to providing primary health education, conducting community service projects, and implementing strategies that promote the holistic development of our youth—socially, emotionally, mentally, and physically. The event also featured the ceremonial turnover of Barangay Health Center signage and donations, providing the community with essential resources to sustain this progress. By bridging the gap between major medical institutions and the grassroots level, this partnership ensures a brighter, healthier, and more supported future for the children of Brgy. Pasil.

04/02/2026

📣 WVMC Strategic Communication Committee Outlines 2026 Roadmap for Governance Excellence 📣

The Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) recently convened its Strategic Communication Committee for a pivotal Alignment and Planning Meeting to formalize the institution's direction for the year. Held on January 28, 2026, the session took place at Conference Room F in the Heart and Lung Building.

The primary objective of the meeting was to ensure the seamless integration of the Performance Governance System (PGS) framework within the hospital's operations. Under the direction of Medical Center Chief II, Dr. Joseph Dean L. Nicolo, the committee is tasked to align all institutional messaging with these high-level governance standards.

The meeting was led by Committee Chairperson Dr. Mae Dagooc. The assembly included a diverse group of professionals from the Strategic Communication team and the Office of Strategy Management.

As the year progresses, the committee’s aligned strategy will serve as the foundation for how Western Visayas Medical Center communicates its milestones and health advocacies to the public.

02/02/2026

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28/01/2026

OPD ADVISORY

The Outpatient Department (OPD) is currently undergoing improvements. Please expect some noise, limited space, and possible delays in services.

We sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we enhance our facilities to provide better patient care.

We apologize for the inconvenience and kindly ask for your cooperation.

Thank you.

Together, we can do better.
“Trained to Cure, Committed to Care.”

27/01/2026

Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) hosted a strategic benchmarking session today, January 27, 2026, for representatives from the Don Jose S. Monfort Medical Center. Authorized by Medical Center Chief II Dr. Joseph Dean L. Nicolo, the activity focused specifically on the Out Patient Benefit Care Package (OECB) to foster regional healthcare collaboration. Key department heads from the EMS, Billing, Claims, and IMISS units led the visiting delegation through a comprehensive program designed to share best practices and optimize administrative efficiency.

The benchmarking activity featured a complete walkthrough of the outpatient process, alongside transparent data sharing and discussions on overcoming implementation challenges. By analyzing these workflows together, both institutions aim to enhance the delivery of patient benefits and streamline their respective internal systems. This collaborative effort underscores a shared commitment to elevating the standard of medical services across Western Visayas, ensuring that outpatient care remains both efficient and patient-centered.

23/01/2026

🚨 ADVISORY! 🚨

By virtue of WVMC Memorandum Order No. 057, s. 2026

Implementation of shortened work hours on January 23, 2026 due to Dinagyang Festival–related activities and road closures.

⏰ Work hours on Friday, January 23, 2026, shall be shortened until 12:00 PM, subject to the following guidelines:

1. Administrative and Non-Critical Offices
a. Official working hours shall be from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

2. Clinical, Emergency, and Essential Hospital Services
a. All critical and patient-care services shall remain fully operational.
b. Department Heads and Unit Chiefs shall ensure adequate staffing, duty rotation, and continuity of services, particularly in emergency, inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic, and support units.

3. Authority of Department Heads
a. Department Heads are authorized to implement internal work arrangements necessary to balance personnel welfare and service requirements, provided that hospital operations are not adversely affected.

4. Personnel on Shifting Schedules, On-Call Status, or Official Duty
a. Personnel assigned to shifting schedules, on-call duties, or official functions shall continue to observe their approved schedules, as determined by their respective offices.

Together we can do better.
“Trained to Cure, Committed to Care.”

21/01/2026

Congratulations FLORENZE P. ABILO, MD 🎉

Warmest congratulations on successfully passing the Philippine Board of Radiology Examination (Part II and III) held on January 10, 11, 17, and 18, 2026.

This remarkable achievement reflects your dedication, perseverance, and excellence in the field of radiology. May this milestone mark the beginning of even greater success as you continue to serve with skill, integrity, and compassion.

Your WVMC family is proud of you

Together we can do better
"Trained to Cure, Committed to Care"

13/01/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Graduates! 👏✨

WVMC–NERU proudly celebrates the successful completion of various In-Service Nursing Training Programs 2025 and the celebration of the Graduation Ceremony 2025, held last December 29, 2025 at the 5th Floor, Conference Room A, Heart & Lung Building, Western Visayas Medical Center, with the theme:
“Competence in Action. Excellence in Service.” 🏥🌟

💙 HEMODIALYSIS NURSE TRAINING PROGRAM (HNTP)
📌 CPD Accreditation No.: NRS-2024-316-10783 | ✅ 45 CPD Units
October 1 - December 23, 2025
🏥 Pototan Dialysis Center:
• Alcazar-Montero, Katrina Dawn D.
• Sumbong, Catherine Kate

🏥 Asia Pacific Medical Center:
• Bacolod, Jovy P.

🏥 Asia Pacific Medical Center Iloilo:
• Serilo, Beverly C.

🏥 St. Paul’s Hospital of Iloilo, Inc.:
• Beñabon, Meryl A.
• Pelobello, Ryssa Marie C.

🏥 The Medical City – Iloilo:
• Colada, Ma. Ysabel S.

🏥 Tapaz Renal Center:
• Gallaza, Sarah Faith Joy G.
• Palomar, Frances Marie R.

🏥 Western Visayas Medical Center:
• Gomez, Shannah Marie N.
• Macahilo, Almer T.

🩶 HEMODIALYSIS TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAM (HTTP)
October 1 - November 12, 2025
🏥 Asia Pacific Medical Center:
• Calanza, Nielveen B.

🏥 Pototan Dialysis Center:
• Ferrer, Kelvin D.

🏥 Tapaz Renal Center:
• Flores, Diane P.

🏥 St. Paul’s Hospital of Iloilo, Inc.:
• Laguna, Paul Eric M.
• Roxas, John Lloyd C.

💛 PERIOPERATIVE INSERVICE NURSING TRAINING (POINT) PROGRAM
📌 CPD Accreditation No.: NRS-2024-316-11004 | ✅ 45 CPD Units
October 27 - December 19, 2025

🏥 Iloilo Provincial Hospital:
• Altura, Kristine Felice C.
• Legore, Nicole Belle S.
• Oksuz, Zheryll P.

🏥 Don Jose S. Monfort Medical Center:
• Belasa, Dionice Roviel A.
• Garino, Rhizan Rose M.

🏥 Western Visayas Sanitarium and General Hospital:
• De Dios, Mark Anthony S.

🏥 Ramon D. Duremdes District Hospital:
• Derequito, Queche Belle D.
• Estimar, Sheriann G.
• Pamplona, Mark Dennis D.
• Patigayon, Shiela Mae I.

🏥 Medicus Medical Center:
• Guzman, Jared
• Pillada, Clarence B.

🏥 San Joaquin Mother and Child Hospital:
• Monicimpo, Sheri Diane S.
• Selirio, Ma. Syrell B.
• Sibonga, Maria Teresa S.

🏥 Dr. Ricardo Y. Ladrido Memorial Hospital:
• Sustituiedo, Queeny Sol B.
• Tuburan, Rodelie A.

❤️ RAPID EMERGENCY, ACUTE CARE AND TRAUMA (REACT) TRAINING PROGRAM
📌 CPD Accreditation No.: NRS-2024-316-11341 | ✅ 45 CPD Units
November 24 - December 19, 2025

🏥 Western Visayas Medical Center (Area/Unit):
• Medical Ward 2 – Baraya, Francis Stephin R.
• Emergency Department – Billete, Eileen Grace S.
• Surgical Ward 3 – Caisido, Melanie C.
• Surgical Ward 1 – Edombingo, Eleta Marie S.; Masinda, Danica Joy B.
• Ambulatory Care Center – Lo, Maricris M.
• Post Anesthesia Care Unit – Monsale, Christopher Angelo M.
• Private Pavilion 1 – Rodriguez, May Ann L.
• Medical Ward 1 – Salvilla, John Stemar B.
• Orthopedic Ward – Sanchez, Carl Kenneth M.

To our graduates—congratulations! 🎉🌟 Your commitment to competence, compassion, and continuous learning strengthens patient safety and service excellence across our partner institutions. 💙🤝🏥

Congratulations as well to all Top-Performing Trainees and to our commendable Preceptors and Staff Nurses whose expertise, guidance, and day-to-day mentorship made this achievement possible. 👏🩺✨

With sincere appreciation, we thank our Nursing Training Coordinators for their steadfast leadership, our participating partner institutions and hospitals for their valued collaboration, and the entire Nursing Service for its trust and support in delivering these programs—advancing WVMC’s vision toward becoming a leading multispecialty center. 🙏🏥✨

13/01/2026

DOH 2025 Hospital Scorecard Validation

11/01/2026

Congratulations to all the WVMC Operating Room Nurses who were recognized during the 14th Annual Regional Convention and Scientific Meeting and the 15th Rebirth Founding Anniversary, held on January 11 at the Grand Xing Imperial Hotel, Iloilo City.

✨ Special congratulations to the following awardees and leaders:

🏅 Leslie G. Gayatgay, RN
Model Perioperative Nurse
ORNAP Iloilo Chapter 2025

🏆 Mr. Alex A. Gatmaitan, RN
Recipient, Legacy of Leadership and Commitment Award
In recognition of his exemplary leadership, unwavering dedication, and invaluable contributions as the Rebirth Founding President of the ORNAP Iloilo Chapter, and for his 15 years of active and committed service to the ORNAP organization.

🎖 Mr. Hernando B. Lagarde III, RN
On being elected as President, ORNAP – Iloilo Chapter, for CY 2026–2027.

Your achievements reflect excellence, professionalism, and dedication to perioperative nursing. The WVMC family is proud of you all—keep inspiring and leading with purpose! 👏

Together we can do better
"Trained to Cure, Committed to Care"

Credits to Western Visayas Medical Center-Nursing Service

08/01/2026

Western Visayas Medical Center (WVMC) officially welcomed the year 2026 during its First Flag Ceremony held on January 5, 2026.

Dr. Joseph Dean L. Nicolo, Medical Center Chief II, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to everyone for their cooperation, dedication, and service throughout the year 2025. He acknowledged that WVMC successfully overcame numerous challenges and shared his optimism for a more productive year ahead, with strengthened commitment to delivering better and quality service to all patients in 2026.

Dr. Nicolo also extended his wishes of good health and continued success to the hardworking men and women of WVMC, whose unwavering dedication remains the cornerstone of the Medical Center’s service to the public.

Together we can do better
"Trained to Cure, Committed to Care"

07/01/2026

Congratulations

Atty. Jared M. Billena, MD, MMPM, FPSP
of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

for successfully passing the 2025 Bar Examinations.

Your WVMC family is incredibly proud of this outstanding achievement.

Together we can do better
“Trained to Cure, Committed to Care”

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