1. UST MED CLASS 67 MEDICAL MISSION PROJECT
Dear Classmates,
One of the projects proposed by the class is a medical mission to the Philippines. During the Mini-reunion in Chicago last fall, we presented and briefly discussed the options for this potential project. The following PowerPoint slides consisted of the presentation. Kindly, take a few moments of your time to review this slides, in preparation for our reunion and business meeting in Las Vegas. This will be in the meeting agenda for the class to discuss and act upon.
Thank you and please let me know if anyone has any questions.
Tony Penilla
Chair
Committee Medical Mission

2. COMMITTEE MEDICAL MISSION
Antonio R. Penilla, M.D. - Chair
Fernando V. Ona, M.D. - Member
Nela V. Rodriquez- Cordero, M.D. – Member
Oscar Bascug, M.D. - Member
Cora Gemil, M.D. - Ex- Officio

3. University of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine and Surgery
UST MEDICINE CLASS 1967
FOUNDATION, INC.
MEDICAL MISSION PROJECT
2007
Antonio R. Penilla, M.D., F.A.C.C.
Medical Mission Project Committee

5. From across the Pacific…..
Tony P,
Got your treatise, extensive as it is, …… All the best to your meeting and warmest regards to all. I am most confident the “Chicago Mob” will ensure an enjoyable and rewarding weekend for all of you. I remember vividly when I met them years ago for approval of the CME project. Not only was I treated well but also they turned the tide in support of the CME project. I will always be indebted to them.
Cheers to Class 67!
Willie

6. MEDICAL MISSION PROJECT OBJECTIVES
Class 67 in service to others
Continuing spirit of giving
Compassionate remembrance for the less fortunate
In celebration and commemoration of the class’ 40th anniversary

7. FORMAT/OPTIONS
Traditional medical mission from US based organization configuration
Medical Mission at the UST Clinical Division
Medical Mission with Outreach CME activities
Financial support to an existing medical facility

8. TRADITIONAL MEDICAL MISSION U.S. BASED ORGANIZATION
Sponsor organization from the U.S.
Team members are U.S. based with some Philippine counterparts
Financed by sponsor
Variable duration: Days to a week
Variable venue: Hospitals of various level of care or clinics
Services provided: Medical, Surgical, Specialties, Dental, Humanitarian
Mission location/site: Pre-selected, using variable criteria which may include:

9. Site of calamities
Request from site residents
Request from local health or government officials
Request from local civic organizations
Other criteria decided by sponsor

10. U.S. Based Medical Mission
All services are provided totally free to the patients- including medications/drugs, supplies, diagnostic tests expense and hospitalization expenses.
Local host usually responsible for transportation, accommodation, food and security for the mission team

11. U.S. Based Medical Mission
Drugs, medications, medical and surgical supplies, equipment procured in the US from donations (pharmaceutical, equipment and device companies, hospitals and humanitarian organizations).
Budget: $ 12, ,000.00

12. US Based Medical Mission Caveats
Mission site is crucial
Venue is very important
Types of services to be offered
Availability of adequate basic facilities, equipment and support personnel
Team members composition and commitment
Surgical services give the most benefit
Medical services of uncertain benefits
This type of mission is expensive both for sponsor and host
Very labor intensive for mission team members

13. MEDICAL MISSION AT UST CLINICAL DIVISION
Class 67 Foundation will be the sponsor
Team to compose of US and Phil based members
Mission to be undertaken in cooperation with the Clinical Division’s staff including students, interns and residents
Will be financed by UST Class 67 Foundation
Will be held before the 40th anniversary class reunion celebrations
Duration will be at least 3 days
Services to be offered: Medical, Surgical and Subspecialties depending upon the availability and commitment of Class 67 members
Clinical Division In-House medical mission had been done before like the Save A Sight and Save a Heart missions*
Example of special services to be offered will be Cardiology and Cardiothoracic surgery: cardiac caths, interventions, pacemakers, thoracic surgery; general and gynecologic laparoscopic procedures, etc.
All services will be free of charge to the patient
Participation by UST Class 67 in clinical conferences, rounds and teaching during the duration of the mission

14. Medical Mission at UST Clinical Division
Would be a part of the 40th anniversary celebrations
Favorable and attractive points:
Class 67 is coming home to give back, to the institution where we started to acquire and develop the skills that we have now
Tertiary medical facility, available high tech services, support services, equipment for major and more complex procedure
Familiar location, familiar environment
Transportation and accommodations by individual team member
Budget: Unknown but could allocate same amount as a traditional medical mission

15. UST Clinical Division Mission Caveats
Availability and commitment of Class 67 members
Effect of the separation of the FMS and the UST Hospital: Should not be an issue, the ultimate beneficiaries will be the poor, needy and indigents.
Approval from UST Hospital Administration for such activity
Philippine based Class 67 members position on the activity

16. Medical Mission Outreach CME Program
Organized by the Office of CME USTFMS
Continuing Medical Education Courses or Programs are taken to the provinces to address the CME needs of the local practitioners
2 or 3 out of town trips are being planned each year
Multiple departments will participate as dictated by the subject matter offered
Opportunity for Class 67 to augment and interact with USTFMS faculty and local practitioners for a mutual learning experience
If Class 67 decides to participate (or sponsor), it will be called UST FMS-Class 67 CME Circuit Course for Coordination for dates of activities will be made
It will be a part of UST Class 67 40th Anniversary Celebration
Budget: P 150, to 200,000.00

17. Medical Mission Outreach CME Program
Favorable points:
Minimal involvement by class members- only interested participants
No preparation needed by the class
Good objective
Will provide educational benefits to rural practitioners
Relatively inexpensive program

18. Medical Mission- Outreach Medical Mission CAVEATS
Availability and commitment of Class 67 members
Coordination of schedules
Sufficient interest and enthusiasm from Class 67 members

19. SUPPORT EXISTING MEDICAL FACILITY
Hospital or Clinic
Financial support in the form of Annual grant for a predetermined amount
Specific programs in the institution or clinic may be designated, like:
Vaccination Program
Drug Assistance Program
Specific diseases or illnesses or procedure
Criteria for selection of facility will be created

20. Support Existing Medical Facility
Favorable or attractive points
Financial support only
No preparations by Class 67 needed
Maximum benefit provided to the intended recipients
Can be an on going and long lasting project (depending upon fund availability)
Class can visit or organize periodic medical mission in the facility
Budget: Unknown. To be determined by the specific program financed

21. Support Existing Medical Facility
Potential facility candidates for considerations
Barrio Clinic of our classmate- Dr. Fernando V. Ona in Batangas
UST Clinical Division
Patient Assistance Program
Specific Hospital Project to be identified
Clinical Division Clinics
Other facilities
Charity Patient Care

22. OTHER OPTIONS Other medical but not institution related programs
Non-medical programs
Pabahay Project
Gawad Kalinga
Botica sa Baryo