“Integrating Laboratory Examinations in Pediatric Practice ”
Department of Pediatrics , 22nd Scientific Symposium
By Abigail Jean U. Katigbak, MD
Opening Ceremony: The Dept. of Pediatrics (L to R) Over-all chairman, Dr. A. Falcotelo, Dr. R. Henson, Dr. L. Abraham, Dr. L. Naidas, Chairmain, Dr. P. Mendiola, Dr. A.Ascutia, Training Officer & Dr. G. Jiao
In celebration of the 47th anniversary of Capitol Medical Center, the Department of Pediatrics recently held its 22nd Annual Scientific Symposium entitled, “#[email protected]: Integrating Laboratory Examinations in Pediatric Practice” last June 14, 2017 at Novotel Araneta Center, Cubao, Quezon City. This activity was made possible through the leadership of its over-all chairman, Agnes Falcotelo, MD, with the support of its Department Chairman, Lucilla Naidas, MD, in collaboration with all active consultants, residents-in-training and post-graduate interns. The well-attended program covered several topics on the judicious use of laboratory & ancillary procedures encompassing the different subspecialties relevant to both General Pediatricians and allied healthcare providers. The following high-yield lectures were prepared & presented by active subspecialty consultants from the Department: ABCs of CBC by Rodelia Lacson, MD (Hematology), Cardiac Evaluation: When Are EKG & 2D Echo Needed? By Martha Santiago, MD (Cardiology), Fecalysis & Liver Function Tests: A Review by Marilou Tan, MD (Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition), Value & Interpretation of Neurologic Diagnostic Procedures by Marissa Lukban, MD (Neurology), Urinalysis Revisited by Esther Tan-Medina, MD (Nephrology), Basic Infectious Work-up: A Review by Edna Sunga-Mallorca, MD (Infectious Disease) and Proper Utilization of Chest X-ray & ABG by Arnel Jiao, MD (Pulmonology).
The event drew positive feedback from majority of the participants comprising of Pediatric consultants, residents, & health-related professionals. Through this fruitful endeavor, the Department of Pediatrics continues its commitment to CMC’s mission of promoting excellence in total quality health care delivery.
