iSurgeonPH

05/09/2025

As we observe Obesity Prevention Awareness Week, 𝐃𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 (𝐃𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐬) reminds everyone that 𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 is and should be viewed as a serious medical condition– one that puts you at risk to more life-threatening diseases such as diabetes, heart problems, and even cancer.​

When diet and exercise are not enough to keep you in your best and healthiest version, what can help you beat obesity?​

You can beat obesity with our 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐆𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐲 package! Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy is a type of bariatric surgery that is minimally invasive, which ensures a safer and less painful operation that can be both lifesaving and life-changing for you.​

Consider if laparoscopic surgery is your best option with the expert guidance of our 𝐃𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐬 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐬 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐬.​

For doctors’ schedules, call our 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 at 𝟖𝟖𝟗-𝐃𝐋𝐒𝐌𝐂 (𝟑𝟓𝟕𝟔𝟐) 𝐞𝐱𝐭. 𝟖𝟐𝟐𝟕.​

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26/08/2025

The Asian Hospital and Medical Center (AHMC), through its Asian Institute of Surgery, proudly hosted the first-ever Pre-Congress Workshop and Live Surgery of the Philippine Association of Metabolic and Obesity Surgery (PAMOS).

21/08/2025

09/08/2025

For the Filipino patients, nurses and surgeons.

Another milestone for the PAMOS-PALES-PSGS-Asian Institute of Surgery very first Pre-Congress Workshop on Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery entitled

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Fundamentals of Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy held last July 22, 2025 at the Asian Hospital Medical Center.

Thank you very much to IFSO APC President Dr. Asim Shabbir, Dr. Hildegardes Dineros and Dr. Raymund Erese for sharing their knowledge and expertise on the didactic lectures. This was followed by a live surgery on LSG on a Filipino patient by Dr. Asim and Dr. Ike Mendoza viewed by more than 140 surgeons and nurses online and on-site. After which, all on site participants did a full hands-on dry lab on the basics, instrumentation and drills on LSG, laparoscopic towers, staplers and energy devices.

This event would not be possible without the relentless support and enormous help of key surgeons and prime movers, Dr. Michelle Bernadette Lim, Marie A Chan, Eman S. Astudillo, Dr. Tyrone Lalas, Judy Carissa Atazan, Er Can, Dra. Therese Bautista, Dr. Lucas Bersamin, Dr. Edwin De Asis, Dr. Dr. Angel de Larrazabal, our hardworking colleagues, Mam Donna and Mam Annavi, all dedicated surgery residents led by Jafet Ian Reotutar and Janna Villalon , all under the guidance and leadership of our mentors and bosses Dr. Jose Antonio Salud, Don Ejercito, Jeff Domino and the indefatigable Dr. Ike Mendoza.

We would like to thank also the IFSO family for officially endorsing our activity Manuela Mazzarella. This activity was likewise accredited with 5 CPD units.

Lastly, to our hospital staff and industry partners, our utmost appreciation for your unwavering dedication inspite of the inclement weather during that time, we were able to accomplish all of these and more.

Looking forward to a brighter future ahead for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery for the Philippines, for PAMOS or Philippine Association Of Metabolic & Obesity Surgery, PSGS, PALES and AIS.

Maraming maraming salamat po!

Your Couse co-Director,
Signing off 🫡

01/06/2025

Surgeons discuss strategies for identifying and managing bile duct injuries, including robotic-assisted repair.

26/05/2025

24/05/2025

At the 2nd International Bariatric Camp at this Center of Surgical Excellence in Phuket, accomplishing 11 Weight Loss Surgery (Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery) in 2 days. 🙏🏼💪🏼

Great teamwork from their MDT team and OR nurses. Ample support from their government and companies, covering most of the expenses for this life saving / life changing procedures with a 2 year waiting time. Some thing we wish and we will push for our Filipino patients.

Thank you Dr. Thakoon for this excellent workshop and experience! Your humility, skills and expertise are truly inspiring.

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22/03/2025

Changing Systems, Saving Lives. 🫡

celebration and lay forum last March 04, 2025.

06/05/2024

Take a ‘Lap’ towards a healthier, happier you. Step into your new life with 𝗟𝗮𝗽 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗚𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘆.

This procedure not only sheds pounds but also combats serious health issues linked with obesity. Prevent diabetes, hypertension, and more, as you embrace a vibrant, healthier life. Don’t just change your weight—change your fate with our experts at Asian Weight Management and Bariatric Center.

To book an appointment, contact 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 at (𝟬𝟮) 𝟴𝟳𝟳𝟭-𝟵𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝟴𝟮𝟮𝟱 or email 𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗮@𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺

08/03/2024

SHAPING LIVES: EVERY BODY COUNTS

Celebrated last March 04, 2024 thru a productive layforum organized by the Asian Weight Management and Bariatric Center, Asian Diabetes Center, Asian Cardiovascular Institute and Human Performance Center with booths for Fitness Assessment, FREE ECG, CBG and ABI determination at the Festival Mall.

Congratulations Dra Marvi Holgado-Galicia, Dra Joy Fontanilla and whole Asian Hospital and Medical Center Team! Looking forward to shaping more lives and helping more patients.