In a major advancement for health care access, residents suffering from chronic kidney disease can now receive treatment at the newly opened hemodialysis
LIFESAVING MILESTONE. Governor Henry Oaminal leads the opening of the new Hemodialysis Unit at Misamis Occidental Provincial Hospital. Equipped with 31 machines, the facility can treat 93 patients daily, providing vital care closer to home for those battling chronic kidney disease. Operating free of charge and offering additional cash assistance of P3,000 per month, the unit is open from 7a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday to Saturday.
“I am deeply thankful to our beloved Governor for this free dialysis. It is a tremendous help for us, especially since we cannot work properly due to our health issues,” said Jesbert Mag-usa, a 35-year-old patient from Sapang Dalaga who has been battling stage 5 chronic kidney disease for six years now.Mag-usa previously underwent dialysis at St. Therese Hospital in Oroquieta City, paying as much as P1,450 per session.
Dialysis patient Carl Escabarte, a resident of Talic, Oroquieta City, shared: “Our dream of extending our lives to be with our families has come true. This is a huge help for us, as before, the expenses were high, but now there are none, and we also receive monthly medical assistance of P3,000. We are very thankful.
The unit is staffed by two nephrologists and four physicians, ensuring expert medical care at all times. Supported by a dedicated team of 23 nurses and eight technicians trained at the Southern Philippines Medical Center in Davao City, the unit is committed to delivering high-quality service.
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