The Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) recently celebrated a remarkable achievement—more than 300 robotic surgery cases completed in just two years, the fastest among hospitals in the country to reach this milestone. This accomplishment underscores the hospital’s unwavering commitment to innovation and patient care, made possible by its bold decision in 2022 to […]
Transforming Heart Care with TAVR at Chinese General Hospital
At Chinese General Hospital (CGH), we are rewriting the rules of heart care. For decades, patients diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis—a condition where the heart’s aortic valve narrows, restricting blood flow—had limited treatment options. Traditional open-heart surgery was the standard, but for many, it carried high risks. Today, thanks to the groundbreaking Transcatheter Aortic Valve
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Media MOA Signing and Appreciation Day
Manila, Philippines — The Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) and the Philippine Chinese Charitable Association, Inc. (PCCAI) successfully held their Media Appreciation and MOA Signing Day with major local media on December 9, 2024. The MOA will provide medical assistance through discounts on selected laboratory services and room rates to members of various
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Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) Brings New Precision to Surgery with the Gamma Probe
The Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) is excited to introduce the Gamma Probe in its Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics. This device enhances the precision of radioguided surgeries, helping doctors target and remove cancerous or problematic tissue with unmatched accuracy. For patients, this means safer procedures, faster recovery, and a focus on
Breast Cancer Prevention: Simple Steps to Lower Your Risk
Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women worldwide. The Philippine Cancer Society reported that breast cancer represents 33% of all cancers. More worrisome is that 1 out of 13 Filipino women are expected to develop breast cancer within her lifetime. Half of those diagnosed with breast cancer are in late stages
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Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center Expands Services with Theranostics for Advanced Prostate Cancer
The Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center (CGHMC) has recently taken significant strides in expanding access to state-of-the-art technology for patients with advanced prostate cancer. The Department of Nuclear Medicine and Theranostics, in coordination with a multispecialty team of physicians, performed its first administration of Lutetium-177 Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen Radioligand Therapy (Lu-177 PRLT). The introduction
Colorectal Cancer – Early Detection, Comprehensive Care, and Proactive Prevention at Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
At Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center, we offer a thorough and compassionate approach to colorectal cancer care, focusing on early detection, personalized treatment, and patient education. Importance of Colon Screening Regular colon cancer screening is crucial in detecting early colorectal cancer before symptoms arise. Colonoscopy is advised for individuals over 50, but for those
What Women Need to Know: Spotting Colorectal Cancer Symptoms Early
Colorectal cancer might sound serious (and it is!), but knowing what to look out for can make all the difference. For women, the symptoms can be sneaky and often get mistaken for other issues. Here’s a friendly guide to help you stay aware and keep your health in check! Key Symptoms to Keep on Your
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Understanding Therapeutic Endoscopy at Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center: What You Need to Know
When addressing complex conditions within the gastrointestinal, respiratory, or urinary tracts, therapeutic endoscopy is a powerful tool in modern medicine. Unlike diagnostic endoscopy, primarily used to visualize and diagnose issues within these systems, therapeutic endoscopy takes it further by allowing specialists to treat various conditions directly through the endoscope. At Chinese General Hospital and Medical
Considering an Endoscopy? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re dealing with ongoing digestive issues, we understand how disruptive and frustrating these problems can be. Whether it’s persistent abdominal pain, changes in bowel habits, or difficulty in swallowing, endoscopy is the gold standard for diagnosis of digestive diseases. It is a safe minimally invasive method that guides treatment strategy and finding the main
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