Thoracic Surgery and Anesthesia Department, Lung Center of the Philippines

31/08/2025

24/08/2025

Ang Cotabato Regional and Medical Center - Department of Surgery, sa pakikipagtulungan ng Lung Center of the Philippines, ay magsasagawa ng GABAY KABAGA PROGRAM 🫁 ngayong Agosto 28–30, 2025.

Layunin ng programang ito na magbigay ng gabay, kaalaman, at libreng operasyon sa baga.

🤝 Sama-sama nating pangalagaan ang ating kalusugan!
📍 Cotabato Regional and Medical Center

20/06/2025

🎉 Proud Moment for the Lung Center of the Philippines! 🇵🇭
We are honored to receive the Philippines Process Optimization of the Year – Health award at the GovMedia Conference & Awards 2025 for our Thoracic Hybrid Operating Room (THOR). 🏆

THOR is a breakthrough in streamlining lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, helping patients overcome delays caused by fragmented care pathways. This recognition affirms our commitment to innovation and excellence in public healthcare.

💡 Innovation. Integration. Impact.
Together, we move healthcare forward. 💙

The Thoracic Hybrid Operating Room streamlines lung cancer diagnosis and treatment, especially for patients delayed by fragmented and multi-step care pathways.

07/10/2024

13/08/2024

13/08/2024

Join Us for an Exciting Plenary Session on Lung Cancer Updates!

We are thrilled to invite you to a groundbreaking Plenary Session during the 3rd SEATS Annual Meeting. This session will focus on the latest advancements in lung cancer research and treatment, delivered by leading experts in the field.

Event Details:

Dates: August 23-25, 2024
Venue: EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, Manila, Philippines

This is a unique opportunity to stay at the forefront of lung cancer knowledge and to engage in enriching discussions with specialists. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this important event.

We look forward to seeing you there as we embark on this exciting journey together!

The 3rd SEATS Annual Meeting continues with more enriching lectures and expert discussions from August 23-25, 2024, at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel in Manila, Philippines.

Register online now at
https://seatsmanila2024.com/register/

13/08/2024

Few slots left!!! Register Now and be mentored by our finest thoracic surgeons all over southeast asia.

Don’t miss this exceptional opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills in thoracic surgery. Informative lecture in the morning to be followed by a LIVE SURGERY case on lobectomy and mediastinal.

Scan the QRCode to register at Workshop 1: VATS Masterclass for Thoracic Oncology with Case Observership.

More enriching lectures and experts await you at the 3rd SEATS Annual Meeting on 23-25 Aug 2024 at the Edsa Shangri-La Hotel in Manila, Philippines.

Register online now at
https://seatsmanila2024.com/register/

23/01/2024

The government aims to establish an additional 179 medical specialty centers before the end of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s term of office with seven centers dedicated to lung care centers through the Regional Specialty Center Act.

Read: https://pco.gov.ph/PBBM-eyes-to-establish-179-specialty-centers-by-2028

23/01/2024

23/01/2024

🌟 A New Chapter in Philippine Healthcare 🌟

We’re proud to share the triumphant launch of the LCP-NKTI Lung Transplant Program, ushering in a groundbreaking chapter in healthcare. This milestone was celebrated under the esteemed guidance of Dr. Vincent Balanag, Executive Director of LCP, and Dr. Rose Marie Liquete, Executive Director of NKTI.

The inauguration was graced by His Excellency President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr, along with Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara, Congressman Ciriaco Gato Jr., and Mayor Joy Belmonte. The event was a remarkable gathering of officials, physicians, and staff from both apex institutions, uniting for a common cause.

This initiative is more than a program; it’s a beacon of hope, exemplifying the incredible feats achievable through the power of collaboration.

Here’s to delivering excellence in healthcare and to the lives we will save and improve, one breath at a time.

19/01/2024

Join us for a groundbreaking experience at the first ever Lung Transplant Program Post-graduate Course on January 22nd (8am-5pm) and January 23rd (1pm-5pm) at EMG Auditorium of the Lung Center of the Philippines.

Elevate your knowledge in the field of lung donation and transplantation. See you there mga KaBaga!😊

15/11/2023

🌟 Breaking Ground: A New Era of Surgical Excellence at The Lung Center of the Philippines 🌟
🚀 Exciting News! The Department of Thoracic Surgery and Anesthesia is thrilled to announce the ground breaking of our state-of-the-art Thoracic Hybrid Operating Room (THOR)! 🏥💥
📸 In this groundbreaking moment, symbolized by THOR shattering the ground, we are not just building an operating room; we are creating a future where advanced thoracic care meets innovation and versatility.
🔹 Why THOR?
Our new Hybrid OR is set to be the most advanced installation in the region. It's not just an operating room; it's a technological marvel. THOR will offer:
* One-Stop Comprehensive Care: Specialized in multi-disciplinary lung nodule localization.
* Minimally Invasive Lung Surgery: Leading-edge technology for precision and care.
* Tumor Ablation: Advanced treatment options right at your fingertips.
* Versatile Specialties: Catering to endovascular procedures, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, spine surgery, and urological procedures.
🌍 This monumental development places us at the forefront of medical innovation. THOR is more than an OR; it's a commitment to providing our patients with the most advanced thoracic services available.
🤝 Join Us on This Journey
As we embark on this exciting new chapter, we invite you to stay tuned for updates and be a part of our journey towards revolutionizing healthcare.
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