We are international lifesavers.
Every January, a team of physicians, dentists, optometrists, nurses, prosthetists, students and other allied health professionals travel to various locations in the Philippines to complete a five-day mission.
Medical services are composed of primary care, various surgical specialties, ophthalmology and dentistry. Health education for patients and continuing medical education for practitioners are also provided during these missions.
Volunteer and Patient Count Over the years
Cabanatuan
Joining a medical mission to the Philippines is a big adventure that takes months of careful planning and fundraising. Leading the effort are Mission Coordinators Herman Valle, MD and Jessy Madayag, RN, along with Liaison Flor Ventanilla. Together, they guide the team in Cabanatuan City, partnering with the local government to bring vital healthcare to underserved communities.
A message from Dr. Herman Valle
On behalf of the PMSNC, I am deeply grateful and stand proud along with Jesse, our Medical Mission Co-coordinator. Once more, you honored us with the privilege of collaborating with you, our dear and dedicated volunteers.
Every year, we are counted upon to bring our skills, our knowledge, and our unprecedented dedication to communities in need. We not only relieved physical ailments but also restored hope and dignity to those we encountered. Every year, we deliver. Although we came from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and specialties, our shared commitment to alleviating suffering united us. In the faces of those we served, we saw stories of persistence, resilience, and courage. We are witnesses to the power of human connection, where simple acts of kindness bridged unimaginable gaps. Let us not forget that every life we touched was a testament to the impact of our essential work. We leaned on one another and found inspiration in our collective mission.
It is my hope that we continue this journey together, carry the spirit of compassion, empathy, and understanding, advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves and strive for excellence in every procedure, every interaction, and every embrace. Thank you for all your unwavering dedication and your readiness to answer this call. The world needs us, and together, we will continue to meet that need.
This mission was indeed a memorable one, for ourselves and for those whose lives we touched.
True to the vision of our founding members, PMSNC remains united in purpose, driven by compassion, and the understanding that health knows no boundaries.