Welcome to the 17th PAMET Northern Luzon Regional Conference with the Theme “Evolving Health Care: The Medical Technologists’ Innovative Contrivance” to be held on July 12-13, 2024 at the Greenery Baliuag, located at the heart of our province which is known for its historical heritage, rich culture, and diverse industries: the province of Bulacan. It is an honor to welcome you all and together let us delve to the innovative contrivances at present and the trends that will lead us to the future of medical technology.
The sector of healthcare continues to evolve because of the confluences of various factors including technological advancements, emerging health challenges, continuous policy evaluation and revisions. With the advent of technology, Innovation in medical technology is revolutionizing healthcare, virtual consultations have become widespread, providing access to care for patients in remote areas. Artificial Intelligence and Telemedicine as well as Integrated Care Models is now being used for diagnostics, predictive analytics, personalized medicine, and automating routine tasks, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of healthcare delivery.
The key trends and developments shaping the future of healthcare: pose a great challenge to each and every medical technologist to be always updated with the latest innovations and at the same time hone their skills to be at par with the global standards while staying to be humble in serving our fellowmen.
The future of healthcare is envisioned to be more personalized, technology-driven, and patient-centric. Thus, our topics are aligned and focused on this path. Let us explore and enjoy this Regional Conference and together, hand in hand, let us face the future with confidence!
God Bless PAMET!
Yours Truly,
Rhia I. Aragon, RMT, MSMLS
President, PAMET-Bulacan Chapter
Time | Activity / Title | Speaker |
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DAY 1 | JULY 12, 2024 | ||
10:00 AM‐ 12:00 PM | Chapters Meeting | |
7:00AM ‐ 8:00AM | Registration | |
8:00AM ‐ 9:00 AM | Pre‐Convention Lecture 1:
Selection and Application of Biosafety Cabinet in Diagnostics and Research Laboratories |
Bing D. Mesa, RMT, RN |
9:00 AM ‐ 10:00AM | Pre‐Convention Lecture 2:
Mastering Accuracy and Precision: The Art and Science of Controls and Calibrators in the Hematology Laboratory |
Mark Raymund G. Nava, RMT, MPA, MSMT, CBP, IFBA (PC) |
10:0 AM ‐ 11:00 AM | Pre‐Convention Lecture 3:
From Bench to Bedside: Applications of Genomics in Infectious Diseases |
John Mark Velasco, MD, MPH, MSc (Clinical Trials), DTM&H |
11:00 AM ‐ 12:00 AM | Pre‐Convention Lecture 4:
Real Talk on Cyber Security: How Important is Your Personal Data? |
Joseph B. Sarsoza |
12:00 NN - 1:00 PM | Lunch | |
1:00PM ‐ 3:00 PM | Opening Ceremony | |
3:00PM ‐ 4:00PM | Plenary Session 1:
High‐Impact Laboratory Leadership: Its Evolving Roles in Quality Health Care |
Ronaldo E. Puno. RMT, MBA‐H, CBP, IFBA PC |
4:00PM ‐ 5:00PM | Plenary Session 2:
Innovations in the Diagnosis and Management of Parasitic Protozoans in Human Healthcare with Emphasis in Philippine Settings |
Kathyleen S. Nogrado, MSPH, PhD |
5:00 PM ‐6:00 PM | Plenary Session 3:
Helminthic Parasites: Evolution and Innovations in the Diagnosis and Management in the Philippines |
Maria Luz B. Belleza, RMT, DAP&E, MSPH |
6:00 PM ‐ 7:00 PM | Break | |
7:00PM ‐ 10:00PM | Fellowship Night | |
DAY 2 | JULY 13, 2024 | ||
7:00AM ‐ 8:00AM | Registration Holy Mass |
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8:00AM ‐ 9:00AM | Plenary Session 4:
Bridging Science and Spirituality between Public Health and Community Faith |
Rev. Fr. Joseph Franz Dizon |
9:00AM ‐ 10:00 AM | Plenary Session 5:
Prioritization of Health Care in the Allocation of National Funds |
Hon. Augustina Dominique "Ditse Tina" Pancho |
10:00 AM ‐ 11:00 AM | Plenary Session 6:
Laboratories in the Crosshairs: Virtual Threats in the Virtual Realm |
Oliver Shane Dumaoal, RMT, MSMT, CBO, IFBA PC |
11:00 AM ‐ 12:00 PM | Plenary Session 7:
Upholding Ethical Standards in Medical Technology Practice: An Overview of the New Code of Ethics for Medical Technology Professionals in the Philippines |
Razel L. Kawano, MSc., DrPH |
12:00 PM‐1:00 PM | Lunch Break | |
1:00PM ‐ 2:00PM | Plenary Session 8:
Enhancing Cancer Diagnosis with ATR‐FTIR Spectroscopy and Artificial Intelligence |
Pia Marie SP. Albano, PhD |
2:00PM ‐ 3:00PM | Plenary Session 9:
Armed Forces of the Philippines’ Laboratory Medicine: It’s Uniqueness, Beginning and Mission‐oriented Innovation |
Angeli Joana Robillos RMT, MD, DPSP |
3:00 PM ‐ 4:00 PM | Plenary Session 10:
The Neuroscience of Criminal Behavior: Understanding the Role of the Brain in Criminal Activity |
Filipinas Francisco Papa, RMT, ACFEI, IABPA |
4:00 PM ‐ 5:00 PM | Plenary Session 11:
Empowering Medical Technologists : The Digital Age of Laboratory Automation |
Rommel F. Saceda, RMT, MBA |
5:00PM ‐ 6:00PM | Closing Ceremony |