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The NKTI employs one of the region’s most experienced surgical transplant team and is home to the nation’s top transplant program.
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The Philippines' National Specialty Center for Renal Care and Organ Transplantation with a three-fold mission of Service, Training, and Research providing Filipinos afflicted with kidney and allied diseases with specialized health and medical services. NKTI provides Filipino people afflicted with kidney and allied diseases with specialized health and medical services center for referral of kidney patients from various regional hospitals nationwide. The hospital is a five-building complex with a 383-bed capacity, and provides 24/7 emergency services, inpatient and outpatient basic and tertiary medical, hemodialysis, surgical, diagnostic, intensive care, and rehabilitative services.

26/12/2025

NKTI Holiday Schedule | December 29, 2025 and January 2, 2026

25/12/2025

👥 HUMANS OF NKTI

💞 For spouses Marites and Juan Jr. Lalata, battling Chronic Kidney Disease amid financial challenges made the hope of an organ transplant seem like an impossible dream. That is, until they set foot at the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI).

This holiday season, read their inspiring "Alay Buhay" story — a powerful testament to the bond between husband and wife, donor and recipient, and the relentless fight for the hope that organ transplantation offers.

Marites Realco Lalata
Wife and Organ Donor

Nag-Stage Four Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) 'yung asawa ko noong kasagsagan ng COVID-19 Pandemic, kaya nagsimula na siyang mag-dialysis. Doon talaga nag-sink in sa akin: “Hala, ganito nalang ang magiging buhay namin.”

Naging bantay ako ng dalawang transplant patient dito sa NKTI—mga kasama niya din sa Dialysis Center. Dito sa NKTI ko nakita ko na posible pala talaga ang transplant. Nalaman ko na, puwede palang ma-transplant nang libre, basta lang masipag ka at may diskarte.

Sabi ko sa sarili ko, “Ito na 'yung puhunan ko: sipag kapal ang mukha, at diskarte.” Kaya habang nagda-dialysis ang asawa ko, pumupunta na ako sa NKTI para mag-inquire at simulan sa financial assistance process. Ang hindi alam ng asawa ko, sumasailalim na rin ako sa work-up dahil gusto ko na akong maging donor niya.

Noong na-interview na kami ng Medical Social Services, tinanong nila, “Ready ba kayo? Alam n'yo bang mataas ang gastusin ng transplant?” Siyempre, sagot ko, “Yes!” Pero totoo, nakipag-negotiate kami at nag-ipon pa kami ng pambayad nang halos isang taon bago kami ulit na-interview for transplant.

May anak kami na puwede sanang mag-donate, pero pursigido talaga ako na ako ang magdo-donate. Nagpa-test pa ako sa ibang laboratory, bukod pa sa mga work-up dito sa NKTI, para sure na ready ako.

Alam ko sa sarili ko na ginawa ko ang lahat. Nakita ng mga nag-interview sa amin na hindi hadlang ang pagiging kapos namin sa pera dahil sigurado ako sa pag-alay ng aking bato.

Juan Tercias Lalata Jr.
Husband and Transplant Recipient

Ang masasabi ko lang, ang asawa ko ay isang matapang na babae sa lahat ng struggles na dumating sa pamilya namin. Hangang hanga ako sa kanyang fighting spirit. Sa totoo lang, siya talaga ang nag-encourage sa akin na lumaban pa, lalo na para sa mga anak namin.

Noong nagda-dialysis ako — ubos na ang lahat dahil sa gastos. May time na gusto ko na talagang bumigay at tanggap ko na may hangganan na. Pero siya, lumaban siya! Talagang in-encourage niya ako.

Dahil sa kanya, nagkaroon ako ng pag-asa na lumaban ulit at huwag mag-give up. Tuloy-tuloy lang ang laban namin at ang gamutan. Kita mo naman ako ngayon—malusog, masaya, nakabalik na ako sa trabaho bilang tricycle driver, at nakabalik na rin sa pag-aaral ang mga anak namin.

𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗞𝗧𝗜 is an initiative by the Strategy Management Division that shines a spotlight on the personal healthcare testimonies of NKTI patients. Every individual's path to recovery is a testament to the impact we make, and each step forward is a moment worth celebrating.

This holiday season, we hope you find it in yourself to take a moment and appreciate your healthy body and choose the selfless act of becoming an organ donor. Reach out to our Human Organ Preservation Effort (HOPE) Office today for more details on how to secure your Organ Donor Card. (Click here: fb.com/HOPENKTI)

23/12/2025

NKTI Schedule for December 24 and 25, 2025 🎄🎁

Erratum: Ang Medical Records ay sarado sa mga araw ng December 24 at 25. Salamat po sa inyong pang-unawa.

16/12/2025

🏆 NKTI Wins Top Honor for Disease Surveillance and Response

December 12, 2025 — The National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) was formally recognized last week at the Novotel Hotel in Cubao, Quezon City, receiving the Outstanding Hospital in Disease Surveillance and Response award.

This distinguished accolade marks NKTI’s third consecutive year of receiving this top honor, spanning from 2023 through 2025.

The honor, conferred by the Quezon City Health Department Surveillance Division, recognizes NKTI’s commitment to public safety. The Institute was specifically cited for its timely, accurate, and complete reporting of notifiable diseases, as well as its strong commitment and fast response during the Leptospirosis Outbreak that transpired in the third quarter of 2025.

Representing the Institute, Ms. Sheila R. Villamor, PHU Hospital Surveillance System Disease Surveillance Coordinator, under the supervision of Dr. Ma Isabel Vilvar as HSS Medical Officer, proudly accepted the award and a Certificate of Appreciation on behalf of Dr. Ma. Angeles G. Marbella as PHU Unit Head.

This institutional victory is a demonstration of our commitment to public health, made possible by a whole-of-hospital approach to responding to disease outbreaks. Congratulations to the entire NKTI team for upholding excellence in surveillance and public health service!

11/12/2025

💪 Real Pogi Points: NKTI Champions Positive Masculinity

🛡️ Tunay na lalaki? Let’s rethink that. Check out how the men at NKTI are redefining what it means to be a man — kindness, respect, and strength that protects.

💬 Respect is more than politeness; it's seeing the humanity in others and treating them with dignity, no matter their differences. I teach my child to nurture this by listening with open hearts, speaking their feelings honestly, and standing up for what's right without tearing others down.

Every day, kinakamusta ko siya about school. Napansin ko lang, 'pag may teamwork activity tapos siya 'yung leader pero hindi siya pinapakinggan ng mga groupmates niya, na-fu-frustrate talaga siya at nagagalit. Siyempre, ine-explain ko nang maayos: intindihin muna niya na baka may ibang inaasikaso 'yung classmates niya. 'Wag magtanim ng sama ng loob. Mas okay kung idadaan sa tamang pakikipag-usap. Kasi, super important sa mga bata ngayon 'yung good communication skills at 'yung feeling na naiintindihan sila. This mindset will shape them as they grow.

🌟 Kevin Nikko Solomon
Radiologic Technologist and proud father to Kian Nigel

🧡 This initiative is part of NKTI’s observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women.

10/12/2025

💪 Real Pogi Points: NKTI Champions Positive Masculinity

🛡️ Tunay na lalaki? Let’s rethink that. Check out how the men at NKTI are redefining what it means to be a man — kindness, respect, and strength that protects.

💬 As a father of two boys, I believe the most important lesson I can teach them is that true strength is reflected not in dominance, but in respect, empathy, and kindness. I want my sons to understand that loving and respecting women begins with acknowledging their equal worth, capabilities, and dreams. I strive to lead by example — sharing responsibilities at home, valuing their mother’s voice in every decision, and showing humility by admitting my mistakes. These everyday actions demonstrate that manhood is not about authority, but about accountability, compassion, and fairness. I remind them that respect is not earned through fear, but with integrity, gentleness, and sincerity. I want my sons to mature into men who use their strength to uplift, protect, and empower others — to become men who uphold equality and practice empathy. To me, that is what defines the essence of positive masculinity and respect for women.

🌟 William Corpuz
OR/RR Unit Head Nurse and loving father to Willzen and Willron

🧡 This initiative is part of NKTI’s observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women.

09/12/2025

💪 Real Pogi Points: NKTI Champions Positive Masculinity

🛡️ Tunay na lalaki?_ Let’s rethink that. Check out how the men at NKTI are redefining what it means to be a man — kindness, respect, and strength that protects.

💬 I always remind my daughters that learning is a constant process—whether it involves skills, academics, or sound judgment. I teach them that performing well doesn't make you an expert, but it makes you a potential teacher. The true measure of respect starts when those you teach appreciate what they've learned from you. I teach my daughters that respect is always mutual: You must first demonstrate respect for others to genuinely gain their respect in return.

🌟 Dr. Erlor Celerio
Occupational Health Consultant and loving father to Lorraine, Clariase, and Kate_

🧡 This initiative is part of NKTI’s observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women.

05/12/2025

NKTI Advisory | December 6, 2025
Nutrimoas Schedule

05/12/2025

💪 Real Pogi Points: NKTI Champions Positive Masculinity

🛡️ Tunay na lalaki? Let’s rethink that. Check out how the men at NKTI are redefining what it means to be a man — kindness, respect, and strength that protects.

💬 My partner and I constantly talk about our careers—where we're heading, whether we should stay in our jobs, or if we should finally invest in my mother-in-law's business. For us, the conversation was never about who was earning more; it was purely about how we could work together to sustain and grow our finances, especially with inflation. This completely changed my idea of being my family’s 'provider.' I see it as a shared truth: we are both equally responsible for our family's needs, always prioritizing the basics before any leisure.

🌟 Ruel Jalos Jr.
HR Clerk, certified tito, and a loving partner to Jaja

🧡 This initiative is part of NKTI’s observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women.

05/12/2025

NKTI Advisory | December 5, 2025
NKTI Schedule Para sa December 8, 2025

04/12/2025

NKTI Advisory | December 5, 2025
A Message from NKTI Executive Director Dr. Jose Dante P. Dator

02/12/2025

💪 Real Pogi Points: NKTI Champions Positive Masculinity

🛡️ Tunay na lalaki? Let’s rethink that. Check out how the men at NKTI are redefining what it means to be a man — kindness, respect, and strength that protects.

💬 Sa aming pamilya, mahalaga ang active listening — hindi ako nagsasalita habang nagsasalita ang wife ko o ang mga bata, tinatabi ko ang phone para makinig nang maayos. Kapag may idea silang sinasabi, sinisigurado kong ma-acknowledge ito: “I hear you, anak. That’s a good point.” Kahit hindi ko palaging tanggap ang suggestions nila, kinikilala ko pa rin ang kanilang damdamin. Halimbawa, kapag hindi pinayagan sa lakad, ipinaliliwanag ko kung bakit kailangan mag-prioritize. Bilang tatay, minsan ginagamit ko ang “veto power” para sa kaligtasan, pinansyal na katatagan, at moral boundaries ng pamilya — pero bihira at laging may paliwanag. Layunin kong mapanatili ang respeto sa asawa at maturuan ang mga anak na maging responsable at mahinahong decision-makers.

🌟 Jonard Quirino
Medical Technologist and proud husband and father

🧡 This initiative is part of NKTI’s observance of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women.

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NKTI Wins Healthcare Asia Award for Innovative Multi-organ Failure Treatment

The National Kidney and Transplant Institute was recently awarded by Healthcare Asia with the SERVICE INOVATION OF THE YEAR AWARD for 2020 for its entry, “HEMOPERFUSION: an innovative adsorption technology for multi-organ failure.”

Healthcare Asia recognizes excellence in the Asia Pacific's healthcare sector, through the Healthcare Asia Awards 2020. This award honors hospitals and clinics that rise above challenges and recognizes initiatives that have made a tremendous positive impact to their patients and the healthcare industry. These best practices among Asia’s premium healthcare facilities serve as models of breakthrough practices in various fields of the healthcare sector.

Leptospirosis is the scourge of an urban city that has resulted in a devastating disease caused by floods and a rat-infested environment. This was the experience of the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) in 2018 and 2019 with the upsurge of patients admitted with severe leptospirosis accompanied by kidney failure, liver dysfunction and lung hemorrhage.

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