The Lung Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center of ITRMC

27/08/2025

IN PHOTOS | The Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center – Nursing Service Division, in collaboration with the Lung Care Team and the Northwest Luzon Chapter, proudly hosted a Virtual Home Healthcare Lecture in celebration of World Asthma Day 2025.

Held on May 9, 2025, the online event featured Dr. Deion Jovencio O. Pada III, MD, FPCP, DPCCP, a respected Pulmonologist at ITRMC, as the distinguished resource speaker. Dr. Pada delivered an insightful and informative lecture entitled “Make Inhaled Treatments Accessible to All,” which focused on expanding access to effective asthma care.
During the session, Dr. Pada discussed various risk factors associated with asthma and provided a comprehensive overview of the proper use of different types of inhalers. His practical approach and expert knowledge helped attendees better understand asthma management, especially within home healthcare settings.

The lecture was well-received, attracting over 300 live participants from various healthcare institutions and communities. The strong turnout reflects the growing commitment to raising awareness about respiratory health and the importance of making treatment more accessible—especially in underserved areas.

26/08/2025

IN PHOTOS | The Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center – Lung Care Team successfully conducted its First Lung Care Multidisciplinary Conference, marking a significant milestone in advancing collaborative patient care.

The event was held on April 25, 2025, at the Internal Medicine Conference Room, and was spearheaded by Dr. Crisanta Gabriela B. Palabay, MD, FPCP, FPPCP, Coordinator of the Lung Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center. She was joined by esteemed ITRMC pulmonologists Dr. Guilvic Aspiras and Dr. Manuel Monis, as well as Dr. Quilaton, Consultant from the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery (TCVS) Department.

Also in attendance were resident physicians from the departments of Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and TCVS, along with dedicated Respiratory Therapists and Nurses. Together, they engaged in in-depth discussions of complex patient cases that required a multidisciplinary approach, emphasizing the importance of integrated, patient-centered care in the management of pulmonary diseases.

This pioneering conference reflects ITRMC’s commitment to fostering interdepartmental collaboration and strengthening the quality of healthcare delivery through continuous learning and teamwork.

26/08/2025

IN PHOTOS | The Ilocos Training and Regional Medical Center – Nursing Service Division, in collaboration with the Lung Care Team and the Northwest Luzon Chapter, successfully conducted a Virtual Home Healthcare Lecture titled "YES! YOU AND I CAN END TB: Commit, Invest, Deliver".

Held on March 26, 2025, the lecture featured Dr. Crisanta Gabriela B. Palabay, MD, FPCP, FPPCP, Coordinator of the Lung Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center, as the distinguished learning service provider. Dr. Palabay shared her expertise and insights on tuberculosis prevention and management, emphasizing the critical role of healthcare workers and community commitment in eradicating the disease.
The online lecture garnered an impressive 500+ live viewers from various healthcare institutions, demonstrating strong engagement and widespread support for the cause of ending TB.
Together, let us continue to Commit, Invest, and Deliver toward a TB-free future.

19/03/2025

Adopt a barangay tree planting project update. With the help of our doctors, RT’s, Kap theo and the people of brgy. Sagayad we visited our trees. We also conducted a symposium about heart and lung problems that may help and enlighten our people of brgy. Sagayad.

01/10/2024

The Lung Care and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center proudly received the Pammadayaw Award for our commitment to being a Learning and Capacity Building Service Provider for Healthcare Workers. This prestigious award recognizes our dedication to enhancing professional development through innovative webinars conducted via our virtual home care platform. We strive to empower healthcare workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to provide exceptional care to patients, particularly in the field of lung health and rehabilitation. We are grateful for this recognition and remain committed to supporting our community through continued education and training. !

09/09/2024

19/08/2024

Highlights of our COPD & ASTHMA club annual assembly. Thank you for all the people who supported this venture. See you again next year!

13/08/2024

ASTHMA & COPD CLUB annual assembly and workshop was a success! Doctors, RTs, Nurses and medical personnel work hand in hand to teach our patients and co-workers on how to control and treat asthma & copd. With this kind of advocacy we can prevent worse outcomes. Prevention is better than cure. “HAPPY LUNGS, HAPPY LIFE”

08/08/2024

Great day, Ka-LUNGS! 🌟🫁

We invite our patients, colleagues, doctors, nurses, and RTs to join us in raising awareness and promoting the prevention of asthma and COPD. Let's come together to educate, support, and empower each other in the journey towards better lung health.

Remember, every breath counts. Inhale your best, exhale stress. Breathe easy, and let positivity fill your lungs. Together, we can make a difference!

**'Happy Lungs, Happy Life!'**

Join us this as we spread the word, share the knowledge, and breathe life into our communities.

Stay healthy, stay informed, and keep breathing strong!

08/08/2024

We invite everyone to come and join us in our Adopt a Community/Ecopark project. Together, let's make a difference by helping each other reach our goal of planting 1,000 fruit-bearing trees by 2028. Your participation and support is important creating a greener, more sustainable future for our community. We hope to see you there!

“HAPPY LUNGS, HAPPY LIFE”