Reading Time: 2 minutes The journey of allergic diseases in individuals, often beginning in infancy, is known as the allergic march or atopic march. This progression typically follows a specific pattern, affecting the quality of life and potentially leading to serious health concerns. What is Atopy? Atopy refers to the genetic tendency to develop allergic diseases, which include food […]
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Allergies are a common and often misunderstood condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and the Philippines is no exception. From seasonal pollen allergies to food sensitivities, allergies can range from mildly annoying to potentially life-threatening. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of allergies, including their causes, symptoms, and the various treatment options
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting men worldwide and the third most prevalent cancer among Filipino men, next to lung and colorectum cancers. Risk for this chronic disease increases with age, which makes early detection a vital key to prevention. When detected early, it is more likely to be treated successfully.
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Reading Time: 2 minutes The advanced urologic robotic surgery program at the Robocare Surgical Center of Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center merges a skilled team of robotic surgery experts with the country’s finest robotic surgical system, the Da Vinci Xi Dual Console Robotic System. Utilizing minimally invasive techniques, robotic surgical technology offers exceptional precision for intricate and complex
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Reading Time: 3 minutes Chinese Gen took a significant step forward in minimally invasive surgical technology with the opening of Robocare Surgical Center, a groundbreaking innovation center housing our country’s first and only da Vinci Xi Dual Console Robotic Surgical System. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, our robotic assisted surgery expands the potential of surgeons to heal without constraints.
Reading Time: 2 minutes Nutrition is not just about what we eat; it’s a cornerstone of health that impacts every facet of our lives. From physical vitality to mental clarity, the foods we choose shape our well-being in profound ways. At Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center Clinical Nutrition Services, we understand the transformative power of proper nutrition, offering
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Reading Time: < 1 minute Advanced Eye Care with the Zeiss Visulas Green The Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) introduced the most advanced laser technology with the ZEISS Visulas Green with SLT Laser – a cutting-edge solution for the treatment of glaucoma and retinal conditions. This innovative technology brings a new level of effectiveness and safety in ophthalmic
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Reading Time: 3 minutes The Structural Heart Team at the Heart Institute (HI) of the Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC), led by its Head, Dr. Timothy Dy, successfully performed the country’s first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) with the Edwards SAPIEN transcatheter heart valve (THV). The Sapien valve is one of the most widely used THV globally,
Reading Time: < 1 minute Heart Month observance is dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and cardiovascular diseases. Watch CGHMC Cardiologist Dr. Timothy Dy as he talked about risk factors and how to take care of your heart. Share this page
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Reading Time: 3 minutes In a significant leap forward for surgical technology, the Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center proudly announced the acquisition of the country’s FIRST state-of-the-art dual-console da Vinci Xi surgical robotic system. This development comes on the heels of a successful robotic surgery program launched just one year ago, which has already completed over 200 successful
