Amai Pakpak Medical Center - Eye Center

11/03/2025

Amai Pakpak Medical Center Eye Center celebrates World Glaucoma Week. It is celebrated from March 9 to 15, 2025, and is a vital global campaign initiated by the World Glaucoma Association. This event aims to raise awareness about glaucoma, a serious eye condition that is the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide. Thank you to everyone who joined us today! Thank you also to our industry partners who gave food to our patients. Have your eyes screened at the APMC Eye Center. Early glaucoma detection is crucial because it allows for timely treatment that can slow or prevent vision loss, as the damage from glaucoma is irreversible.

09/03/2025

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04/03/2025

We are thrilled to announce that the APMC - Ophthalmology Residency Training Program is now OPEN for recruitement!

Join our growing family! 👁️👩🏻‍⚕️

27/01/2025

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Q: How is cataract surgery performed?

A: Cataract surgery involves removing the clouded lens of the eye and replacing it with a clear artificial lens. The procedure is typically performed on an outpatient basis and is highly effective in restoring vision.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Source: Mayo Clinic

24/11/2024

WHAT IS RETINOPATHY OF PREMATURITY (ROP), AND WHICH INFANTS ARE MOST AT RISK?

Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is an eye disease that can develop in premature infants, especially those born before 31 weeks of gestation or with a birth weight of less than 1500 grams. It occurs when abnormal blood vessels grow in the retina, posing a risk of vision loss. Early screening is crucial for timely intervention.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Source: https://www.aao.org/disease-review/retinopathy-of-prematurity

25/10/2024

Q: How is diabetic retinopathy diagnosed?
A: Diabetic retinopathy is diagnosed through a comprehensive eye exam, including a dilated eye exam and imaging tests such as optical coherence tomography (OCT).

If you have diabetes, don’t skip your eye appointments. Early detection can save your vision. Schedule an exam today.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Source: American Diabetes Association

26/09/2024

Please visit the Amai Pakpak Medical Center Eye Center at the 4th floor of the Multispecialty Building for consultation. No reservation needed for new patients. We are open Monday to Friday (EXCEPT holidays). Please be there before 8AM. Thank you!

EARLY VISION SCREENING FOR CHILDREN’S EYE HEALTH

Good vision is essential for proper physical development and educational progress in growing children. This is why experts strongly recommend timely screening for the early detection and treatment of eye and vision problems in children. Early detection provides the best opportunity for effective treatment.

Vision screening can detect common eye conditions such as reduced vision in one or both eyes from amblyopia (lazy eye), uncorrected refractive errors, misalignment of the eyes (strabismus), or other eye defects.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information on vision screening for children.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Source: https://www.aao.org/education/clinical-statement/vision-screening-infants-children-2022

05/09/2024

You may go to the Eye Center at the 4th floor Multispecialty Building for your children’s eye screening. Our pediatric ophthalmologist is available every Tuesday and Thursday 8AM-12NOON. 😊

EARLY VISION SCREENING FOR CHILDREN’S EYE HEALTH

Good vision is essential for proper physical development and educational progress in growing children. This is why experts strongly recommend timely screening for the early detection and treatment of eye and vision problems in children. Early detection provides the best opportunity for effective treatment.

Vision screening can detect common eye conditions such as reduced vision in one or both eyes from amblyopia (lazy eye), uncorrected refractive errors, misalignment of the eyes (strabismus), or other eye defects.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information on vision screening for children.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

Source: https://www.aao.org/education/clinical-statement/vision-screening-infants-children-2022

11/03/2024

20/02/2024

FACTS ABOUT CATARACTS

A cataract is a condition in which the natural lens of your eyes becomes cloudy, causing your vision to be blurry or hazy. The most common cause is aging, which causes normal eye changes after age 40. Vision changes caused by cataracts include blurry vision, seeing double or a ghosted image, extra sensitivity to light, difficulty seeing well at night or needing more light when you read, and seeing bright colors as faded or yellow instead.

Consult your ophthalmologist for more information about cataracts.



A PUBLIC ADVISORY FROM THE PHILIPPINE ACADEMY OF OPHTHALMOLOGY: Beware of unproven eye medicine, eye drops, and eye devices that are being peddled as a cure-all or prevention of the different eye conditions. Consult your ophthalmologist for the proper care of your eyes.

27/02/2023

Ang Amai Pakpak Medical Center ang unang ospital sa Mindanao na nagkaroon ng MOA sa Eye Bank Foundation of the Philippines. Maaari na kayong magdonate ng inyong cornea upang makatulong sa ating mga mamamayang may corneal blindness upang makakita muli. Icontact kami sa 09760504833 or sa aming page kung gusto niyo or may kilala kayong gusto maging cornea donor.