22/11/2025
RICA Medical marks its 25th anniversary this year — a milestone that traces its roots back to 2001, when it first opened as the Reproductive Immunology Center Asia. The clinic was founded through the pioneering work of Dr. Alan Beer, widely regarded as the father of reproductive immunology, whose research reshaped the global understanding of how the immune system affects pregnancy. His partnership with Dr. Eduardo C. Lim, one of the earliest advocates of reproductive immunology in the Philippines and a long-time champion of patient-centered women’s health, laid the groundwork for a clinic built on innovation, compassion, and science.
From the very beginning, RICA Medical introduced specialized procedures designed to help women carry their pregnancies safely — including Lymphocyte Immunotherapy (LIT), a treatment developed to support mothers struggling with recurrent pregnancy loss and immune-related fertility challenges. For many families, this procedure became a turning point, giving hope where there had been years of heartbreak.
RICA Medical first opened its doors at Medical Plaza Makati in 2001, later moving to Manila Doctors Hospital as its patient community grew. In 2022, the clinic moved once again — this time to its current home at MOCA Commercial Square near Aloha Hotel — allowing for expanded services, modern facilities, and a more comfortable environment for patients and their families.
Now, twenty-five years later, RICA Medical continues to honor its founding vision: combining medical expertise with empathy, supporting women and families on their journey toward safe and successful pregnancies.
