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The Catholic Association of Doctors, Nurses and Health Professionals in Asia (ACIM-Asia)

Association Catholique des Infirmieres et des Medecins

Rosa Mystica Health Mission 2012 Newsletter April 2012, Volume 1, Revision 2

ACIM Asia Publication ACIM Asia works under the Society of St.Pius X Mission www.acim-asia.com www.rosamysticamission.blogspot.com PHILIPPINE OFFICE ADDRESS:

Manila Address 02 Cannon Road, New Manila, Quezon City Tel No. (2) 725 5926 Fax No. (2) 725 0725 General Santos City Address: 2400 De Dios St, Lagao, 9500 Gen. Santos City Phone: 083 301 8824 Email: acim@acim-asia.com HEAD OFFICE: Association Catholique des Infirmieres et des Medecins et des Professionel de Sante 18 Villa Rachaert , 92390 Villeneuve-la Garenne, France SINGAPORE ADDRESS: 286 Upper Thomson Rd, Singapore 574402 Tel: (65) 6459 0792/ 6459 3820 Fax: (65) 6459 3591

A total of 195 volunteers from USA, South Korea, Malaysia, Japan, Singapore, Belgium, France, Ireland, Switzerland and the Philippines participated in the mission held on February 27 through March 2, 2012 in Barangay Mariana, New Manila, Quezon City. Pa-tients came from the neighboring barangays Dama-yang Lagi, Tatalon, Horseshoe, Kaunlaran, Immacu-late Concepcion, San Juan, Fairview and Tanay-Rizal Province. Satellite missions were simultaneously conducted in Marikina and in Malolos-Bulacan.

THANK YOU VOLUNTEERS, SPONSORS, PARTNERS and PATIENTS for making the mission possible!

27-Feb 28-Feb 29-Feb 1-Mar 2-Mar Adult Consultation 106 176 193 187 215 Pedia Consultation 133 204 219 201 278 Opthalmological

Services 74 73

Dental Extraction 55 68 55 52 88 Laboratory Tests 20 44 46 54 50 Xray 10 33 27 40 33 Ultrasound 1 12 8 11 12 ECG 9 18 15 20 17

Minor Surgery/First Aid 6 20 11 10 19

Hygiene Service: Haircut 20 60 40 54 108

Outreach Mission (Bulacan) 240 120

Outreach Mission (Marikina): 59 Total Patients Served 294 522 467 513 581

Total Health Services Given 360 949 734 761 820

Rosa Mystica Health Mission 2012 Statistics

DAY 1: FEBRUARY 27

Rosa Mystica Health Mission is on its 6th year of rendering medical services to address the physical needs of a hu-man body without neglecting to ad-dress the needs of the human soul as well.

For the second time around, the mis-sion was held in Barangay Mariana’s covered court. Not only health ser-vices were given, for the patients also received relief goods like PAYLESS noodles from URC.

There’s no greater delight than serv-ing those who are desperately in need. Many of the volunteers travelled half way around the world, leaving their work temporarily to join this spiritu-ally rewarding mission. Overcoming language barriers and cultural differ-ences, they are unified by a common intention: love.

Christian love of God and neighbor has been the driving force of the mis-sion since its foundation. Patients and volunteers alike, availed of the sacra-mentals, sacraments and blessings from priest on-site .

Volunteers from the Philippine Army were imposed with brown scapulars by Rev. Fr. Hora.

DAY 2: FEBRUARY 28

The mission crowd in the registration and assess.

Day 2: The crowd of patients got larger through the word of mouth spreading the news about the mis-sion. Amidst the heat, noise and other inconven-iences, the patients were very “patient”. They waited early in the morning for the mission gates to open, fell in line for registration, and waited for their turn to be assessed and interviewed, then waited again until they got their turn to see their doctor and receive appropriate treatment. Once again, the Philippine Army Civil Military Op-eration Group participated. Complete with doc-tors, dentists, barbers, extra manpower, tents, bus, they provided necessary medical and logistics sup-port throughout the five-day mission. Their coop-eration has made it possible for us to serve the great number of patients without compromising the quality of care given.

This year, a laboratory scientist from the United

States of America – Melanie – joined the team, mak-

ing it possible for us to have an on-site laboratory,.

The logistics was easier, as we did not have to

transport patients to hospitals and laboratory facili-

ties for the diagnostic works. We were able to do

blood extractions, urinalysis, occult blood examina-

tions, x-rays, and other laboratory procedures . She

was helped by Marie Gabrielle who made sure the

results of tests were released on time.

DAY 3: FEBRUARY 29 Everyone feels the “peak time” of the mis-sion, as the volunteer’s responsibilities grew larger with each addition of patients.

An in-house ultrasound and x-ray were in-stalled in the mission area. This removed the need for ferrying patients outside the mis-sion area.

A small medical team led by Dr. Elizabeth Phalen separated from the group to conduct an outreach mission in Malolos, Bulacan from February 28 up to February 29. This mission was eagerly anticipated by the poor-est of the poor who were really sick, as iden-tified by the Rural Health Unit, which in-cluded the victims of the last typhoon that hit the area. Various agencies (local govern-ment unit and non government organiza-tions) helped out, including the Rotary Club and Inner Wheel Club.

Despite the pre selection which was de-signed to serve only 100 patients in two days, there were many walk-in patients who asked to be served, so a total of 360 patients were served in Bulacan, overshooting the target by a giant leap.

DAY 4: MARCH

The neighbourhood of Barangay Parang, Marikina City

Everyday, as requested by the patients, Rev. Fr. Francois Castel, assisted by a few volun-teers, visited communities to bless houses. During these visits, the team observed the dire conditions of the poor. This day, Fr. Cas-tel brought along with him Dra. Marie Hutie and a small team of assistants that they may conduct free medical consultation and give free medicines in Barangay Parang, Marikina City, while he went around to continue bless-ing houses. A small makeshift clinic was set up which received 59 adult and pediatric pa-tients. The families in that community could not afford to go to the mission in Barangay Mariana, so they felt blessed that the doctor came to visit them instead.

Meanwhile, the bulk of patients thronging in

the main mission area grew, as not only were

the new patients increased by the growing

popularity of the mission, but also because pa-

tients from the previous days returned for

their follow up evaluation and medication.

The workload became more intense and more

challenging for the volunteers. The end of the

mission was looming, so there was also an in-

creased feeling of urgency. More, more, for

the love of God...

DAY 5: MARCH 2 The last day finally arrived. The excitement of the patients was palpable. Many were afraid of missing the opportunity, so they arrived very early. But the volunteers came earlier, prepared for the onslaught. Tired but joyful, everyone was happy and smiling. Returning patients greeted the volun-teers like friends. New patients reached out to say thank you as they felt their good luck in being included in the mission even when they came at the last day! The volunteers, fired by zeal, outdid themselves while trying to maximize their short time in the country. An American nurse who got sick and dehydrated during the mission continued to do his task no matter how bad he felt. In the mission area, there’s no time for idleness for anyone: volunteers and patients alike.

While waiting for their turn at the doctors, patients voluntar-ily refreshed themselves at the catechism corner, asked the Sisters to teach them how to pray the rosary, or or received the brown scapular and sacraments provided by the priests upon request. Rosa Mystica Health Mission is not a purely material medical mission, it is a Catholic mission mo-tivated by the love of God. It does not end with giving medi-cines for physical ailments. The quality of care given takes precedence over the number of patients seen. Follow up care and monitoring is done for patients who need further evaluation of their conditions. Patients needing further care were instructed to come to the mission office for their con-tinued treatment. Special cases were enrolled at the referral service. Up to the present, patients with pulmonary tubercu-losis are still receiving care. Two patients are being proc-essed for surgery.

Ireland Thérèse McKeown, RN

Thank you so much to the Rosa Mystica 2012 VOLUNTEERS!

America Dr. Elizabeth Phalen Christina Meinholz Melanie LeBlanc, Lab Scientist Scott Stauffer, RN

Singapore Rev. Fr. Daniel Couture Teo Cheng Chye Donald Lim Hui Meng Helen, RN

South Korea Dr. Eun Mi Kim Ji Won Choi

Malaysia Melinda Khor

France Rev. Fr. Francois Castel Dr. Jean Pièrre Dickès Dr. Gilbert Dichard Dr. Marie Hutie Brigitte Coulange, Doctor of Pharmacy

Bernadette Dickès, RN Blandine Even, RN Margaret-Marie Gerard, RN Delphine Grouhel, RN Isabelle Rabillard, RN Caroline Vergez Sophie Challan Belval Thérèse Brunet Marie-Astrid Cabanis Danielle Dichard Jacques Even Marie-Gabrielle Ginoux Hélène Martin Xavier-Nicolas Repellin Thierry Valadier

Belgium Sophie du Bus

Switzerland Alexandra Vonlanthen Philippines

Dr. Ma. June Viray, Iloilo Mary Rose Patriarca RN, Iloilo Lalaine Estilo, Iloilo Khay Flor, Iloilo Kathleen Mumpar, Iloilo

Our Lady of Victories Church Rev. Fr. Thomas Onoda Keiji - Japan Rev. Fr. Alexander Hora Rev. Fr. Robert MacPherson–USA Rev. Fr. Francois Chazal–France Bro. Isidore Bro. Matthias Dr. Lee Versoza Dra. Elaine Araneta Andrew Principe, RN Vanessa Lim

Japan Joseph Mori

Psyche Kuan Wong, Iloilo Sr. Maria Rosario, Iloilo Sr. Maria Josepha, Iloilo Sr. Maria Vicenta, Iloilo Donnah Maravilla, Gen. Santos City Marie Rosalie Maravilla, GSC Jules Sola, Quezon City Cherry Reyes RN, Quezon City Joward C. Ibuyat RN, Quezon City Mark Arvin C. Tumolva RN, Quezon City

Jovie Catiga RN, Quezon City Natasha Ilustrisimo RN, Quezon City Wilma Sheryll Castor SN, Quezon City

Thank you so much to the Rosa Mystica 2012 VOLUNTEERS!

Philippine Army Ronadyl Rosetti Sheryll Salac Ana Santinguin Cristina Sajagon Allan Suaybaguio Samuel Usman Ralph Christian Alibangbang Nathan Joseph dela Cruz Rafael Duran Ernest Airo Estrella Rafael Vincent Faustino Jan Carlos Lagco Nico Lanugon Tatsumi Ono Jade Sangao Jolito Aring Mark Neil Daison Rouzsyl Scottie Layola Joaquin Torres Theodore Joseph Viray

ACIM Asia Staff Judith Dagatan, Cotabato City Yolly Eileen GamutanRN, Gen San City Miguella Luto, Tanay Rizal Province Maricar Navales, Sultan Kudarat Sheryl OcampoRN, Gen. Santos City Elaine Salazar, Polomolok South Cotabato

Fely Licup Sunshine Lim Theodore Dizon Victoria Duran Gregoria Arellano Michaela Bañares Rose Caminade Susan Comota Marie Grace Contreiras Farida Fischer Mary Jane Fuentes Charleson Hermosura Anne Hermosura Famador Genaldo Cyril Javan Camille Joson Christina Lee Maricel Luto Angelie Mabao Belda Magnayon Marian Ono Mia Ono Tomojiro Ono Ace Ono Richelle Pineda Eulogio Rodriguez Christina del Rosario

HCMOG, Philippine Army Col Felimon T Santos Jr (FA) GSC PA Maj George M Bergonia (INF) PA Maj Michael B Bautista (INF) PA Maj Arnel B Cabugon (INF) PA Cpt Joseph Jason L Estrada (INF) PA Cpt Romeo M. Pazziliagan (SC) PA Cpt Samuel T Osias (INF) PA MSG Claro C Gapuz (SC) PA TSg Pablito B Balolong (AGS) PA SSg Jubal S Castillo (INF) PA Cpl Amado G Panerio Jr (SC) PA Pfc James R Fajiculay (INF) PA Pfc Fil Andrew P Pingkian (MI) PA Pfc Salvador S Teorima (INF) PA CMOBn, CMOG, PA Sgt Joseph D Satorre (CE) PA Sgt Ruben A Aquino (OS) PA Pfc Leon V Tavares Jr (INF) PA Pfc Arnel G Macabalo (INF) PA Pfc Virgo V De Castro Jr (INF) PA Pfc Joey G Pandes (INF) PA Pfc Jennifer A Nakar (EW) PA Pfc Eddie P Castillo (CE) PA

Thank you so much to the Rosa Mystica 2012 VOLUNTEERS!

Sgt Valeriano V Tayum (INF) PA Cpl Bernard S Baldo (INF) PA Pfc Joy Mar F Lozano (INF) PA Pfc Ryan F Asuncion (INF) PA Pfc Joseph Brian C Costo (INF) PA Pfc Vinjan A Ricafranca (INF) PA Pfc Joyce May C Aseniero (EW) PA Pfc Aindy H Atienza (EW) PA TSg Mauricio T Suyu (INF) PA ISAU, CMOG, PA Pfc Noel M Bernardino (INF) PA Pfc Al-Najar A Mohammad (INF) PA AGH, ASCOM, PA TSg Lucrecia R Jimenez (WAC) PA SSg Marena C Nacario (AGS) PA Sgt Chinelle S Arsenal (CAV) PA Cpl Kareen Anne Bartocilla (EW) PA Pvt Jovelyn T San Juan (EW) PA Dr Brenda C Luz Dr Carlo Phillip Lim Dr Russell Young Dr Familidor O Genaldo Dr Justin Chavez Dr Camille Joson

Dr Mary Grace P Gutang Dr Antonio Lindo Dr Joshua M Garcia Dr Jonard G Carpio Dr Ivy P Dela Cruz 1301st DD, HHSG, PA Cpt Antonino T Sallaya (DS) PA Maj William V Comiso (DS) PA Maj Melchor Domingo P Albarracin (DS) PA Maj Mona M Espares (DS) PA Maj Julio C Cimatu (DS) PA MSg Danilo E Figueras (DS) PA MSg Roberto T San Francisco (DS) PA TSg Alexander C Babiano (DS) PA TSg Orlando V Domingo Jr (DS) PA SSg Elmer D Antonio (DS) PA SSg Danilo P Templonuevo (DS) PA SSg Salvador S Cañeza Jr (OS) PA SSg Marlon C Garcia (DS) PA SSg Romeo A Vergara Jr (INF) PA SSg Douglas C Orbino (DS) PA Sgt Jacinto S Canapi (DS) PA

Dr Charito D Sinogba Dr Ma Clarita M Palma Dr Ma Arlene A Galon Dr Annalyn M Forneas Dr Ma Cecilia DG Bartolome Dr Liza A Alejan Dr Rosemarie C Brosoto Dr Blanca B Bien Dr Susie A Casas Dr Ann Sharon C Braga SSG Diowy A Cabual (DS) PA HHSG, PA SSg Roberto R Austria (INF) PA

CAU, CMOG, PA Cpt Arbern Rommel D Abiva (FA) PA

Dr Erbert Orpilla Dr Mae Fely Flordeliza Comendador

Dr John Gatang

Sgt Arsenio G Granada (DS) PA Sgt Nelson B Tuazon (INF) PA Dr Catherine P Rayos Dr Jeaneth B Ruiz Dr Ma Virginia B Nipa

Rosa Mystica Health Mission 2012 Volunteers

The Rosa Mystica Health Mission 2012 would not have been a success without the support of our dear

partners and sponsors. We would like to express our sincerest gratitude for their kind help!

PARTNERS SPONSORS

Little Flower Foundation

33rd IB Philippine Army

Mariana Neighbour-hood Association

Barangay Mariana Zone 13

Rotary Club Bulacan

Quezon City Diagnostic Center

National Children's Hospital

Society of Saint Pius X

OG7, Philippine Army

CMOG, Philippine Army

3M Rodge

Knights of Our Lady Legion of Mary Mrs. Fely Licup

Solid Shipping Lines

Mr. Jeff and Lanie Ono and family

Pharmamed Drugs Inc

Pascual Laboratory

Pacific Healthcare San Miguel Pure

foods

Greencross

Unilever Philippines

Merck

Hovid

Medicamenta

MundiPharma

Macropharma Universal Robina

Corporation

B Braun