Get ready to ride the wave of knowledge and camaraderie! Join us at the 17th Midyear Convention of the Philippine Society of Nephrology, hosted by the PSN Northern Luzon Chapter, with the refreshing theme “Renal Refresh”! Venue: La Union Convention Center, San Fernando, La Union Date: October 2–3, 2025 Don’t miss out on this exciting…
Dear Doctors, The Philippine Society of Nephrology, Inc., will be conducting its Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Physicians on Duty on July 21 – 23, 2025 at Casino Español De Cebu, Cebu City. This is being conducted in fulfillment of the Society’s commitment to provide the required training for POD in hemodialysis units to perform…
Dear Doctors, The Philippine Society of Nephrology, Inc., will be conducting its Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Nurses on July 21 – 23, 2025 at Casino Español De Cebu, Cebu City. This is being conducted in fulfillment of the Society’s commitment to provide the required training for nurses working in hemodialysis units to perform together…
Your unwavering dedication as a Distinguished Healthcare Advocate continues to inspire us all. Your PSN family is incredibly proud of you!
BROADCAST: Together with PSN – Unity in Renewal Catch the latest updates happening now when you read the Broadcast: Official News Magazine of the Philippine Society of Nephrology. Check out the April 2025 volume when you click the link below! Download PDF file here: Broad Cast April 2025 #psn #philippinesocietyofnephrology #kidneyhealth #broadcast
Dear Doctors, The Philippine Society of Nephrology, Inc., will be conducting its 26th Hemodialysis Postgraduate Course for Renal Nurses on May 19 – 21, 2025 at Natrapharm CME Hall, The Patriot Building Km 18 West Service Road, SLEX Parañaque City. This is being conducted in fulfillment of the Society’s commitment to provide the required training…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology, Inc., will be conducting its 21st Essential Course in HD for Renal Technician on March 17 – 18, 2025 at Natrapharm CME Hall, The Patriot Building Km 18 West Service Road, SLEX Parañaque City. This is being conducted in fulfillment of the Society’s commitment to provide the required training for…
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BROADCAST: Year End with PSN Catch the latest updates happening now when you read the Broadcast: Official News Magazine of the Philippine Society of Nephrology. Check out the December volume when you click the link below! https://bit.ly/December-Broadcast-2024 Download PDF file here: Broad Cast December 2024 #psn #philippinesocietyofnephrology #kidneyhealth #broadcast
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Good day to everyone. The PNSP Committee on Special Projects, under the guidance and leadership of Cluster on Patient Service & Advocacy head Dr. Lorna Simangan and beloved PNSP president Dr Violeta Valderrama proudly presents … Inaugural video welcoming our very first official PNSP mascot: “Kit The Kidney Kid!’ #psn #philippinesocietyofnephrology #hemodialysis
Dahil tag-ulan na at uso na ang pagbabaha, kailangan natin mag-ingat sa leptospirosis. Ito ay isang sakit na nakukuha sa ihi ng mga infected na hayop gaya ng mga daga. Alamin kung ano ito, paano ito iiwasan at paano ang gamutan kung naexpose sa baha #PSN #PhilippineSocietyofNephrology
Hemodialysis Nurses Symposium: EMPOWERING THE FILIPINO NURSES OF TODAY Set your calendar for your continuing medical education (CME). The PSN Nurse Symposium is on 18 – 20 November 2024 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center, Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City Reserve early on the Hemodialysis Nurse Symposium via email at secretariat@psn.org.ph #psn #philippinesocietyofnephrology #hemodialysis
Education is key to success. Enhance Your Competency and Adeptness with the PSN Hemodialysis Workshop for Renal Technicians! Set your calendar for your continuing medical education (CME). The PSN Hemodialysis Workshop for Renal Technicians is on 23 – 24 September 2024 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center, Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City. Reserve early on the Hemodialysis…
Another step towards a Fellow in Nephrology is coming up. Set your calendar for your continuing medical education (CME). The PSN Hemodialysis Post Graduate course for Fellows-in-Training is on 19 – 21 August 2024 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center, Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City. Reserve early on the Hemodialysis Post Graduate Course via email at secretariat@psn.org.ph…
Step-up and learn through this PSN Post Graduate Course on Hemodialysis! Set your calendar for your continuing medical education (CME). The PSN Post Graduate Course for Non-Nephro Physicians On Duty is on 22-24 July 2024 at the Unilab Bayanihan Center, Pioneer St., Mandaluyong City. Reserve early on the Hemodialysis Post Graduate Course via email at…
BROADCAST: Updates on Nephrology’s Exciting Topics Catch the latest updates happening now when you read the Broadcast: Official News Magazine of the Philippine Society of Nephrology. Check out the April volume when you click the link below! https://bit.ly/April-Broadcast-2024 #psn #philippinesocietyofnephrology #kidneyhealth #broadcast
Dear Colleagues The PSN HD Committee is releasing the final version of the 2024 edition of the PSN Guidelines for Nephrologists in the Operation of Hemodialysis Clinics in the Philippines. Please review and put into heart its provisions as it will be the Society’s guide to all nephrologists handling hemodialysis clinics all over the country.…
World Kidney Day is a global campaign dedicated to spreading awareness about kidney health, emphasizing early detection, and advocating for equitable access to care. This year’s theme, “Kidney Health for All”, underscores the importance of ensuring everyone has access to quality care and medication practices. Be counted and attend the World Kidney Day Forum, on…
Eager to register? Watch this step-by-step video tutorial on how to register for the 44th annual convention of the Philippine Society of Nephrology called UPNEXT: UPdates on Nephrology’s EXciting Topics on 23-27 April 2024 at the EDSA Shangri-la, Mandaluyong City Early registration on or before 15 March 2024 makes you eligible for special rates. Be…
The prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) among Filipinos necessitating dialysis is on the rise, and the Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) is sounding the alarm. In an effort to combat this issue, they are urging individuals in the Philippines to prioritize kidney health, as while CKD can be managed, there is no complete cure…
Dear Colleagues, The Committee on Patient Protection is pleased to share with you our Society’s Position Statement on the Safety of Fluorescein Angiography on Patients with Kidney Disease. This recommendation aims to highlight the safety of fluorescein angiography, a common diagnostic procedure done in patients with retinopathy, in relation to Contrast-Associated AKI (CA-AKI). The creation…
In a global effort to combat the escalating rates of kidney disease, the Philippines is gearing up to observe World Kidney Day on March 14, 2024. This annual celebration is spearheaded by the Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN), with a mission to prevent kidney disease and promote overall kidney health. Kidney disease has emerged as…
Empowering primary healthcare workers is vital in addressing the alarming increase of patients developing Chronic Kidney Disease Comprehensive training programs for primary care physicians, nurses, and community health workers provides them with the necessary skills in identifying and managing kidney disease GET INVOLVED! Join us this World Kidney Day 2024 Lay Fora event happening on…
Policy Makers, both in the private and public sectors, collaborate in developing agendas to ensure an encompassing and accessible programs in combating the increase in patients developing Chronic Kidney Disease that is plaguing our country. GET INVOLVED! Be a part of this year’s World Kidney Day Lay Fora event happening on March 14, 2024 at…
World Kidney Day 2024 promotes Kidney Health for All: Advancing Equitable Access and Optimal Medication Practice, which hopes to trigger further dialogue towards actionable directives and policies. GET INVOLVED! · Participate in this year’s World Kidney Day Lay Fora event happening on March 14, 2024 at Laus Event Center, San Fernando City, Pampanga and stay…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) celebrates World Kidney Day on 14 March 2024 at the Laus Event Center in the City of San Fernando, Pampanga. With next year’s theme: “Kidney Health for All: Advancing Equitable Access to Care and Optimal Medication Practices’, the day is expected to be packed with activities, contests and lay…
Join the World Kidney Day 2024 TikTok Challenges and help work towards a healthier future! The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) is proud to support WORLD KIDNEY DAY 2024 with the theme of Kidney Health for All – Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice. We invite you to join our TikTok contests…
You can touch lives through music by triggering an emotional appeal that can bring positive outcomes. You can help the Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) enrich their StopCKD campaign by sharing with us your musical talent and create a song that best embodies our STOP CKD advocacy. Join our World Kidney Day 2024 Kidney Tunes…
StopCKD Logo-Making Contest Offer your gifted mind and inherent visual talent to promoting kidney disease prevention by helping Philippine Society of Nephrology create a logo for their Stop CKD Advocacy. This advocacy aims to involve and equip primary care physician, as well as lay people with better knowledge on how to prevent kidney failure among…
Join the World Kidney Day 2024 – “8 GOLDEN RULES” TikTok Challenge The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) is proud to support WORLD KIDNEY DAY 2024 with the theme of Kidney Health for All – Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice. We invite you to join our TikTok contests that aim to…
Join the World Kidney Day 2024 “HEALTHY K LIFE HACKS – TIPS AND ADVICE” TikTok Challenge! The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) is proud to support WORLD KIDNEY DAY 2024 with the theme of Kidney Health for All – Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice. We invite you to join our TikTok…
Join the World Kidney Day 2024 “KIDNEY CHRONICLES STORY TIME” TikTok Challenge! The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) is proud to support WORLD KIDNEY DAY 2024 with the theme of Kidney Health for All – Advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice. We invite you to join our TikTok contests that aim to…
Mag-ready, Get Set, 8 Golden Rules na tayo to Kidney Health! Maghanda na para sa World Kidney Day 2024! Masaya at bukod-tangi ang pasko sa Pilipinas. Kasama ang barkada at pamilya, i-challenge natin ang ating mga sarili na obserbahan ang 8 golden rules para sa malusog na bato at pangangatawan. Sa susunod na World Kidney…
The Incidence of Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is alarming, which is expected to increase to be the Top 5 Cause of Death worldwide by 2040. In the Philippines alone, current research by the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI) estimates that one Filipino develops kidney failure every hour or about 120 Filipinos per million population…
BROADCAST: United in Gratitude Click here to access: BROADCAST December 2023 Volume 20 Issue 3 Or, download it here as a PDF file: BROADCAST December 2023 Volume 20 Issue 3
Pakinggan natin si Dr. Jay Bautista isa-isahin ang mga steps o proseso ng living-related organ donation. Siguradong mututuklasan mo ang importansya sa pag-alaga sa kalusugan at karapatan ng donor at pati na rin sa pasyente. Para sa karagdagang kaalaman at katanungan bisitahin lamang ang aming website at i-click ang Geomap dito – https://psn.org.ph/patients-corner/find-a-nephrologist/ para sa…
Kapag living related donor ka, alaga ka ng transplant team mula sa simula. Ang gabay nila, lalong-lalo ng ng Donor Advocate, ay para sa ligtas na kidney transplant. Kakampi ng donor ang Donor Advocate isang nephrologist na hindi kasama sa medical team para protektahan ang kalusugan ng donor. Nandito ang pitong hakbang sa proceso ng…
Pakinggan natin ang kwento ni Dra. Thea at Mary Grace, magkaibigan na dinanas ang kidney transplantation bilang recipient at donor. Magkasama sila sa kaba hanggang sa saya sa lahat ng medical tests, pre-surgery at post-surgery. Today, tinuturing nila ang isa’t isa bilang sisters. Ang payo nilang dalawa ay huwag mag-give up. Para sa karagdagang kaalaman…
Mga Kadalasang Problema sa Peritoneal Dialysis at Katumbas na Solusyon Kung baguhan ka pa lang sa Peritoneal Dialysis (PD), alamin ang mga maaaring problema kapag nag-pi-PD. Inilista ng PSN ang mga kadalasang problema sa PD at ang katumbas na lunas para maibsan ang takot at pagkabahala habang ginagawa ang therapy. Ihanda ang mga supplies na…
May dialysis na naaayon sa iyo. Hinahanap mo ba ang option na pwede ang dialysis sa bahay or workplace? Ito ang TikTok video na nag-e-explain ng Peritoneal Dialysis o PD. Ang PD ay home-based therapy. Kaya may panahon para sa trabaho, gawaing-bahay, pag-aaral, dumalo sa salu-salo o kaya mag-travel, habang ang isang pasyente ay nag-da-dialysis. Ano…
Secure your spot early and avail yourself of the early bird rate! There’s no time like now. Let our Kagay-anon colleagues welcome you to the 16th Mid-Year Convention, “Going the Extra Mile in Renal Care” on 13 – 14 October 2023 at Limketkai Luxe Hotel. Spend two days of fellowship and discover updates in the…
BROADCAST: Celebrating Resilience and Unity in PSN’s Kidney Health Advocacy Click here to access: BROADCAST August 2023 Volume 20 Issue 2 Or, download it here as a PDF file: BROADCAST August 2023 Volume 20 Issue 2
Ano nga ba ang Nocturia? Ikaw ba ay madalas umihi sa gabi? Baka ikaw ay nakakaranas ng Nocturia? Ang NOCTURIA ay ang mahigit sa 2 beses na pagdalaw sa banyo sa gabi, nakakahadlang sa pagtulog at nagigising na pagod sa umaga. Maaaring masyadong maraming inumin bago matulog, uminom ng gamot na naglalaman ng diuretics, maaaring…
In continuing the active advocacy for a safe, sustainable, and resilient medical community, the board of trustees of the Philippine Society of Nephrology, or PSN for short, held a meeting on July 26 for a grueling 10 hours from 1:00 to 11:00pm with short bathroom breaks and through a working dinner. PSN is excited to…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology Mindanao Chapter invites all members to this year’s 16th Midyear Conference on October 13 to 14, 2023 at Cagayan de Oro City! Experience the warmth and hospitality of Kagay-anons while engaging in meaningful updates in the field of nephrology. Hoping to see everyone at the City of Golden Friendship. Registration…
PSN Committee on Professionalism presents STOP ORGAN TRAFFICKING – UPDATE ON THE FIGHT AGAINST ORGAN TRAFFICKING Red Flags and Recent Trends in Organ Trafficking (Benita Padilla, MD) Inter-agency Council Against Trafficking (IACAT) Updates, Reporting Responsibilities and its Legal Implications (Atty. Grace Quintana) July 19, 2023, 6PM
The Philippine Society of Nephrology is inviting you to a Requiem Mass and Memorial Service for its Beloved Past President Alberto O. Daysog, Jr., MD., FPCP, FPSN, PSN President 1982-1984 on July 1, 2023, 6PM at Rizal Funeral Homes (Barnay Hall) 438 Cementina St. Pasay City.
Contrast induced Acute Kidney Injury (CI-AKI), is commonly defined as either an increase of serum creatinine (SCr) of more than 0.5 mg/dL or more than 25% from baseline after 48 hours post-exposure to contrast media (Ozkok 2017). CI-AKI remains to be a dreaded complication following procedures usually requiring iodinated contrast. Controversy still exists in its…
Hypertension is the most common cause of death and disability worldwide with its prevalence rising in low to middle income countries. It remains to be an important cause of morbidity and mortality in the Philippines with poor BP control as one of the main causes. Different societies and groups worked and collaborated together to develop…
Congratulations to Dr Francisco for being recognized as the most outstanding physician by PMA.
Greeting from Asian Society of Transplantation! The Ethics Committee is a newly-constituted committee of the AST. This webinar is the first activity of the committee in fulfilling its objective of promoting awareness and discussion of ethical issues in transplantation that are particularly relevant to Asia. Click here to complete your free registration. https://forms.gle/drNZwg65bvhv78yL8 More information…
PSN launches its 2023 Annual Convention Website. Visit https://psn.org.ph/annual/ for more information about the upcoming PSN Annual Convention and Register.
A, B, CKD, sumama ka na! Panoorin natin ang isa na naming PSN Kidney Tik-Talks, PSN Media Health Forum lecture tungkol sa ating kidneys kasama sina Dr. Carlo Trinidad at Dr. Mary Grace Anne Roque sa darating na February 22, Wednesday, sa ganap na 6:00 pm ng gabi dito sa PSN Facebook page via FB…
As part of spearheading the thrust of improving the current state of research in the field of Nephrology in our country, the Research Board of the Philippine Society of Nephrology invites everyone to participate in the Research Competition and First Visual Abstract Contest during the PSN 43rd Annual Convention on April 27-29, 2023. In line…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology through the Subcommittee on Research will be holding a Research Forum: “Updates on Visual Abstracts” on February 11, 2023, from 09:00 AM to 11:30 AM. This is in preparation for the call for submission to the first visual abstracts contest during the PSN Annual Convention. With this, we are inviting…
Marahil isa ka sa mga nakarinig na ng mga sabi-sabi sa sari-saring herbal supplements, pero safe nga ba ito, lalo na sa iyong mga bato? Lahat ng iyan ay tatalakayin natin sa isa na namang episode ng PSN Kidney Tik-Talks, PSN Media Health Forum na pinamagatang “HERBAL SUPPLEMENTS: Safe ba sa bato?” at kasama sina…
Ito na ang pinakahihintay niyong kasagutan! Sama-sama nating kilalanin ang mefenamic at ang relasyon nito sa ating mga bato dito sa “Mefenamic, Dapat bang Mag-Panic? Epekto ng mga Pain Killer sa ating mga Bato.” kasama sina Dr. Janice Agustin-Esguerra at Dr. Ruby Cheryl Menia! Kitakits sa darating na November 30, Wednesday, sa ganap na 6:00…
TO: PSN ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAMS Dear Doctors, Greetings! The Philippine Society of Nephrology through the Subcommittee on Research will be holding aResearch Forum: Intro to Visual Abstracts on November 26, 2022, from 09:00 AM to 11:30AM. This is in preparation for the PSN Annual Research Contest, open to all fellows-in-training,both adult and pediatric. We would…
PANGHImagas – by: Marvin C. Callanta, MD Sa mga naunang ipinanganak sa amin…..NAALALA MO PA BA NOON NA: P0.10 lang ang pamasahe, kandong libre pa. Ang babae lang ang may hikaw. Ang preso lang ang may tattoo. Si Erap, Jinggoy, Bong Revilla at Lito Lapid ay sa showbiz section lang ng dyaryo nababasa.…
Pagbabago Ni Agnes Alarilla Alba, MD Ano na nga ba ang dapat gawin Sa mabilis na paginog ng ating mundo Sanga sangang daan ang babagtasin Maging alerto sa bawat sigundo Unang tingnan ang ating sarili Isipin at tayo ay magmunimuni Kung ano ang maliliit na Gawain Na maari nating aksyonan at unahin …
TRUST THE PROCESS By: Ailene Buelva-Martin, M.D. I close my eyes as soon as my head touches the pillow. I open them soon thereafter like I did not sleep at all and take a deep breath and sigh, “Here we go again!” I silently look at my children beside me (five and two years…
Good day! The Philippine Society of Nephrology invites you to the PSN Kidney Tik-Talks Episode 3 entitled “MYTHFORMIN: Mga Maling Akala Tungkol sa Metformin at Kidneys” on September 30, 2022, Friday, from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Webinar ID: 859 0779 5695 Passcode: 582596 Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Mr8roqT1SkqfE9DagclrTw
Missed Call By Mayleen Laico, M.D. Chong Hua Hospital Cebu City, Philippines One It was early in the morning on the fifteenth of December, when BTS’s “Yet to Come” marked the start of Mary Abram’s day. Being almost midway through the last year of residency training in internal medicine, she is used to…
Transition Maria Eliza R. Navarro, MD, FPCP, FPSN We are more than halfway through the year and much has happened since we celebrated the PSN’s 50th year. Even as we may still be jubilant over that event, so many things have transpired that gave us pause. The country went through a national election already…
You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 24, 2022 09:00 AM Singapore Topic: PSN Research Forum: Developing a Successful Research Protocol: Quick Tips for the Busy Nephrologist Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bHSi0cUJQom9Rhm-mxG5NQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Click here to see invitation.
Good day! The Philippine Society of Nephrology invites you to the PSN Kidney Tik-Talks Episode 2 titled “Leptospirosis at ang ating Kidneys” this Wednesday, August 31, 2022, from 10 AM – 11 AM. Webinar ID 839 0220 1689 Passcode 244005 Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K7nLkDVDQBavOd5pzNxGVA
Dear Colleague: Greetings! The Committee on Peritoneal Dialysis created the “Primer on Peritoneal Dialysis” (previously called the PD Summit) to set the foundation for the basic knowledge of peritoneal dialysis. This special course is specifically organized for Nephrologists and their potential PD nurses and prepares them on creating their PD program and setting…
Updates: Committee on Hemodialysis By: Maria Eliza R. Navarro, MD Dr. Liza Mary P. Palencia took over from Dr. Ric Francisco as Chairperson of the Hemodialysis Committee last June 1, 2022 and one of her first tasks was to convene the team for face to face planning for the PSN HD Postgrad. This was…
UPDATES: Mindanao Chapter Kidney Month June 2022 PeriOperative Registered Nurses Assoc. NorthMin Chapter x Limketkai Mall x PSN Mindanao June 25, 2022, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City Photo Credits: NMMC Kidney Transplant Unit FB Page NMMC Pediatric Nephrology Lay Forum in Celebration of Kidney Health Awareness Month 2022 June 6, 2022 NMMC…
UPDATES: Bicol Chapter KIDNEY HEALTH Summit 2022 By: Aileen C. Merioles (Board Eligible PSN Member) The Bicol Regional Training and Teaching Hospital (BRTTH) in partnership with Philippine Society of Nephrology and its component Bicol Chapter, Department of Health Region V, Albay Medical Society and the Public Health Unit of BRTTH conducted its first…
PSN Family Day Goes 20! By Alsun S. Cabarles, MD, FPCP, DPSN The foundation of society is the family. Although a family is officially defined by last name or blood consanguinity, a family is also defined by a collection of people who come together with the same motivation—to improve life—and who are bonded by loyalty…
Beyond the Clinic: An ARMY Experience By Reina Lynn G. Antonio, MD, FPSN (Dr. Pamela Benito Mamaluba is a fellow of the Philippine Society of Nephrology and is based in Cotabato City, Maguindanao. She is practicing in Cotabato Regional and Medical Center, United Doctors Hospital and Cotabato Medical Specialist Hospital. She is also the Medical…
In time for the 50th Founding Year of the Philippine Society of Nephrology and 24 years from the creation of the subspecialty board of Pediatric Nephrology in 1998 under the presidency of Dr. Myrna Rosel, the Fellowship Training Program Accreditation Board (FTPAB) releases the 2022 Pediatric Nephrology Training Manual to guide training programs, trainers and…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology Cluster on Patient Care through the Committee on Public Health and Preventive Nephrology invites you to a webinar on Monkeypox: Cause, Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention this August 03, 2022, Wednesday, 6PM, through PSN Facebook and Zoom. Register in advance to join: Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Monkeypox:…
PSN 42nd Annual Convention Replay upto June 9, 2022 Link: https://psnat50.com
Valedictory Address Noel Castillo, MD FPCP, FPSN President 2021-2022 Colleagues, The fiscal year has come to a close, and a great feeling of relief tinged with uncertainty lingers as we enter the third year of the pandemic. As we look back at the previous year, one can’t help but reflect on all the struggles…
Pediatric Nephrology Training: Revisiting the Journey Lynette Fillone –Alcala MD, FPPS, FPSN, FPNSP 2022 The Philippine Society of Nephrology is now celebrating its 50th Founding Year, and we often wonder how the training for nephrologists evolved. So we ventured to find answers to this part of history. As a trainee who happens to be…
Personal Journal When Nephrology fails: A Paradigm Shift Glen Butuyan, MD The Nephrologist’s journey is a long and narrow road. At the end of the road dawns a life you chose to live. You start a practice and probably begin a family of your own simultaneously and find yourself in a race with…
50 AMUSING THOUGHTS … Panghimagas Marvin C. Callanta, MD Q: Anong isda ang mahilig magsulat? A: Eh di la-FISH! Q: Anong isda ang hindi basa? A: Eh di TUYO! Q: Anong tawag mo sa palaman na isda? A: Eh di JELLYFISH! Q: Anong hayop ang napuputol? A: Eh di CAT! Q: Anong hayop ang…
PHILIPPINE SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY – SOUTHERN TAGALOG CHAPTER In 2009, the Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) decided to transfer the venue of the 2010 Midyear Convention for security reasons. This decision set a chain of events that created the Philippine Society of Nephrology – Southern Tagalog Chapter (PSN-STC). Under the leadership of the first PSN-STC…
Kidney Transplantation with PSN: Giving Life a Second Chance Maria Eliza R. Navarro, MD, FPCP, FPSN When the PSN came to be, the Philippines was not far behind the rest of the world when it came to renal transplantation. It was evident that the return of many foreign-trained subspecialists had paved the way for…
PSN Mindanao Maria Theresa Bad-ang MD PSN Mindanao Chapter has blossomed as one of the most extensive and most cohesive chapters of the Philippine Society of Nephrology. It is composed of nephrologists from the different regions of Mindanao, namely the Davao Region, Northern Mindanao Region, Zamboanga Peninsula, SOCSARGEN, and the Caraga Region. PSN Mindanao was…
The Other Side of the Nephrologist Beyond the Clinic: Dr. Marissa Lim, Intimate with Music Reina Lynn Antonio, MD, FPSN “Music touches us emotionally where words alone can’t.” – Johnny Depp This is the favorite quote of our featured Nephrologist, Dr. Marissa Elizabeth Lim, the Training Officer of the Section of Nephrology at the…
Paul Joseph T. Galutira, MD, MHA, FPPS, FPSN, FPNSP We are past two years since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared. This has led to a drastic turnaround not only amongst us Filipinos but also for every individual worldwide who seemed to be living a normal life. Perhaps only a few had an inkling that…
The BROAD CAST Agnes A. Alba, MD It has been thirty two years since the maiden issue of the BROAD CAST was published on December 1990. As was explained in that editorial, the term BROAD CAST may have two meanings. To the layperson, it means to announce publicly; to the nephrologist, it is…
Philippine Society of Nephrology Northern Luzon Chapter (NORLU): Daytoy Ti Istorya Mi Marvin C. Callanta, MD Twenty years ago, thirteen brave souls accepted the challenge to form a chapter in a not so hospitable terrain with an aggregate area of 62,495.12 square kilometers typified by meandering wild rivers, enormous valleys, colossal mountain ranges and…
Kwentong Singkwenta Ginintuang taon ng ating samahan Na puno mg serbisyo sa taong bayan Parang kailan lang ng tayo’y nagsimula Marami na tayong narating at nagawa Limang dekada na Tayo ay nagtutulungan Patuloy lang tayo Sa ating ginagawa Koro: Kwentong Singkwenta Ay makahulugang ala-ala Ating oras, talento, puso at lakas Ay ibinuhos…
Philippine Society of Nephrology Annual Convention 2022: Soaring to New Heights! Donnah de Leon MD WOW, 50! A huge accomplishment! Anniversaries mark the passage of time. And we are all here celebrating the fifty golden years of the Philippine Society of Nephrology. In celebration of this memorable occasion, we have prepared a myriad…
50 years of celebrating Training Excellence, Service, Social Accountability, and Life “MGA KWENTONG SINGKWENTA” Agnes Alarilla-Alba, MD What sustains an organization to thrive for 50 years despite all the challenges and hardships posed by intra and inter-societal relationships, national concerns, and international competitiveness and challenges? The Philippine Society of Nephrology has evolved thru the…
As we celebrate our 50th year, this is the last of the series that we have started in the previous year about the history of PSN. So now we are looking forward to the next 50 years. PSN is 50 in 2022: Looking forward Reina Lynn Antonio, MD, FPSN Every member of the Philippine…
The PSN 50th Theme song…. Kwentong Singkwenta .. Join us in singing our own Jingle as we celebrate our own stories in our 50th celebration of learning , serving and being together!!!
The 50th Anniversary and 42nd Annual Virtual Scientific Meeting of the Philippine Society of Nephrology will begin in less than a week. Learn from the leading professionals in the field of renal care at this innovative event. Explore around the convention center, check-in at www.psnat50.com this coming April 25-30, 2022, and take a peek of…
Let us get ready to join the 50th anniversary celebration of PSN on April 25- 30. Enjoy and watch the different personal and institutional stories Witness how PSN has influenced their respective institutions and have fun in reminiscing the past thru our personal stories ! Makisaya sa ating pagdiriwang!!
Meet our Speakers in Focus for the upcoming Philippine Society of Nephrology 50th Anniversary and 42nd Annual Virtual Scientific Meeting. Learn from the leading experts on Nephrology as they share their experiences and discoveries. We invited sought after local and international experts; Rajiv Agarwal, Raymond Alonso, Jurgen Floge, Hiddo Heerspink, Ishida Hideki, Vivekanand Jha, Edgar…
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https://psn.org.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/PSN-Mga-kuwentong-50-Teaser-3-rev-2.mp4 The Philippine Society of Nephrology invites you to our 50th celebration this April 30, 2022. More stories to come in our 50th Hall during the convention.
https://psn.org.ph/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/mga-kwentong-singkwenta.mp4 The Philippine Society of Nephrology is celebrating its 50th founding anniversary This is a momentous year for the Philippine Society of Nephrology , after half a century of being in the forefront of the fight against kidney disease in our country. To celebrate this milestone, our Society is publishing/launching a PSN 50th Social…
PSN 42nd Annual Convention: Soaring to New Heights Celebrate 50 years of Philippine Society of Nephrology during our 42nd Annual Convention with the theme “Soaring to New Heights”. This fully virtual convention on April 25-30, 2022 brings together the world’s leading experts in the field of Nephrology as they expound on the latest updates in…
To: All PSN Members Attached to this letter is the PSN Guidelines in the Isolation of Hemodialysis Patients and HD Workers with COVID-19 Infection. These guidelines were discussed with PSMID and Philippine Hospital Infection Control Society last February 2, 2022, and will be incorporated in the PSN-PSMID-PHICS Interim Guidelines in the Prevention and Control of…
Good day! The Philippine Society of Nephrology invites you to the PSN Kidney Tik-Talks Episode 08: Safe Ba ‘To sa Bato ni Mommy at Baby? this January 26, 2022, 10 AM – 11 AM thru PSN Facebook Live and Zoom. Webinar ID 823 8879 9160 Register in advance thru this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_i0fr_JuTTGKo8sIGo_h-uA Thank you and see…
Happy New Year! The Philippine Society of Nephrology thru the Committee on Hemodialysis is happy to inform you of the following web-based HD Postgraduate Courses for this year 2022. May we request your interested participants to accomplish the attached form and send it back to us together with their updated PRC ID (for MDs and…
This April 25-30, 2022, we bring you the Philippine Society of Nephrology Annual Convention 2022: Soaring to New Heights! In our third year of going virtual, the 42nd Annual Convention offers a novel hybrid format that allows for a 2-day in-person pre-convention workshop for select participants. This year’s scientific committee headed by Dr. Donnah…
President’s Christmas Message Noel M. Castillo, MD It’s that time of the year when most of us are in a celebratory mood for a number of reasons: family, gifts, parties, food, vacation, etc. The improving numbers as far as COVID-19 cases are concerned definitely contribute to this feeling of buoyancy. This may not be…
PSN is 50 at 2022: Weathering the Storm Reina Lynn Antonio, MD Because the Philippines belongs to the Pacific Ring of Fire and is located along the Typhoon belt in the Pacific, it is frequented by volcano eruptions and earthquakes and visited by an average of twenty-three typhoons per year, of which five are damaging.…
PHILHEALTH UPDATES 2021 Edison Navarro, MD PHILHEALTH CIRCULAR 2021-0009: PHILHEALTH COVERAGE FOR OUTPATIENT HEMODIALYSIS BENEFIT PACKAGE TO A MAXIMUM OF 144 SESSIONS FOR CY 2021 POLICY STATEMENT: Patients with CKD 5 shall be allowed to avail of the maximum of one hundred forty-four (144) hemodialysis sessions for CY 2021 based on the prescription of…
COVID VACCINES and the RENAL Patient Agnes A. Alarilla-Alba,MD With the availability of the COVID Vaccines to the vulnerable, nephrologists face an onslaught of questions from our patients. Whether it is safe to vaccinate renal patients, its adverse event, whether it will be effective, and will there be interactions with the medications our patients…
A Snapshot of Life By: Maria Eliza R. Navarro, MD, FPCP, FPSN “Photography is the story I fail to put into words.”— Destin Sparks It’s quite challenging nowadays to get a sense of serenity about things, much less find a space to seek it. The din of day-to-day makes us almost forget what it feels like…
Panghi Magas “HAYOP KA!!” Q: Anong hayop ang laging ayos? A: OX (oks) Q: Anong hayop ang hindi sigurado? A: Baka Q: Anong hayop ang laging nau-untog? A: eh di DOGGG… Q: Anong hayop ang laging napuputol A: eh di CAT. (cut) Q: Anong hayop ang hindi pinapansin A: La-ion…
Master the intricacies of various extracorporeal therapies with Philippine Society of Nephrology’s 3-day Webinar Series. Learn about hemoperfusion in COVID-19, CRRT, HDF and more. Register here for free: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_yca03op5SU2wS_ooQeitfQ Recent ArticlesPSN 17th Midyear Convention “Register Now”!June 20, 2025Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Physicians on Duty on July 21 – 23, 2025May 28, 2025Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology invites you to the Episode 07 of PSN Kidney Tik-Talks with the topic “Diabetes at ang iyong Kidneys: Ang Matamis na Katotohanan” this November 24, 10 AM – 11 AM thru PSN Zoom and Facebook Live. Register here: Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing Recent ArticlesPSN 17th Midyear Convention “Register…
Master the intricacies of various extracorporeal therapies with Philippine Society of Nephrology’s 3-day Webinar Series. Learn about hemoperfusion in COVID-19, CRRT, HDF and more. Register here for free: Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Nephrology and Extracorporeal Therapies Webinar Series. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Recent…
Dear Members, Organ donation has always been the thrust of the HOPE or Human Organ Preservation Effort. Founded in 1983, it continues to promote organ transplantation as an important aspect of improving the quality of life of our CKD patients. Through the years, various programs on awareness of the importance of organ donation have been…
Recent ArticlesPSN 17th Midyear Convention “Register Now”!June 20, 2025Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Physicians on Duty on July 21 – 23, 2025May 28, 2025Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Nurses on July 21 – 23, 2025May 27, 2025“Congratulations to our newly elected officers and regents! Your PSN family celebrates your achievement and takes pride in your…
PANGHI magas Marvin C. Callanta MF, FPSN, FPPS, FPNSP Bunso: Nanay! Natink po ako Nanay: Oh, eto kumain ka ng saging. Bunso: Nay! Ayaw pa rin pong matanggal ng tinik! Nanay: Halika nga rito! Ngumanga ka para makita ko kung saan yung tinik. Bunso: Dito po sa paa. —————– Juan: Pare diba manginhisda ka.…
“Bugbog, Bruised… Alive and Kicking” Maria Eliza R. Navarro, MD, FPCP, FPSN My family is finally getting vaccinated. Whew. You would think that my parents, being senior citizens, would have gotten their shots earlier, but local government has been fantastically consistent in their ineptitude. And so, my family is benefiting from a friend’s assistance…
Well-Being and Personal Growth in the Time of COVID-19 Pandemic. Jimmylito A. Solomon, MD The physical distancing measures compelled by COVID-19 have resulted in a severe withdrawal and cancellation from the usual patterns of daily life, necessitating sufficiently reduced contact with other people – relatives and friends. To many, such withdrawal can be…
by Glenn Butuyan, MD, FPCP, FPSN REFLECTIONS on TRAINING AMIDST THIS PANDEMIC Lynette Fillone Alcala, MD FPSN, FPPS, FPNSP Achieving one’s dream to be a pediatric nephrologist takes years from premedical education up to adult or pediatric nephrology certification. This involves surpassing several high stakes exams, including getting competitive NMAT scores to be admitted to…
PSN is 50 in 2022: Bigger and Better By Reina Lynn G. Antonio, MD, FPCP, FPSN As advances in the field of Nephrology took place in the Philippines in the 1980s, so did the demand for specialists in this field. Kidney transplantation, utilization of cyclosporine before its availability in the United States for clinical…
EDITORYAL ( Agosto 2021 – Buwan ng Sariling WIKA”) BAGABAG Nakakatuwang isipin na ang BAGABAG ay may dalawang mukha at epekto sa ating buhay. Mainam ang bagabag dahil ito ay magbubunsod sa atin upang maging maingat, maging handa at maging bukas sa lahat ng possibilidad sa buhay. “Nababagabag ako dahil baka hindi ako pumasa”. …
COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC HEALTH and PREVENTIVE NEPHROLOGY Joseph Michael P. Abcede, MD ‘In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein More than a year into the pandemic, the challenges in our medical practice remains. The thrust that the members of PSN Committee on Public Health and Preventive Nephrology wanted to…
By Reina Lynn G. Antonio, MD, FPCP, FPSN Multi-talented, Alluring, Intelligent and Accomplished are but a few words that can describe this down-to-earth Nephrologist. Aside from her academic excellence, her wonderful family, being in the training core, serving as an officer in her local chapter and practicing as a clinician, Dr. Maia Celeste Alix-Arbatin’s amazing pen and ink…
You are invited to join the Philippine Society of Nephrology’s Kidney Tik-Talks Episode 03 – Leptospirosis at Ating Kidneys: Ugnayang Kayang Iwasan this August 25, Wednesday, 10 AM – 11 AM thru PSN Facebook Live and Zoom. Register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_tV1ZKz6WSh6NxyZNBqwkJQ Webinar ID: 859 6600 5953 Facebook Live: https://fb.me/e/IC9SNuLk Recent ArticlesPSN 17th Midyear Convention “Register…
Recent ArticlesPSN 17th Midyear Convention “Register Now”!June 20, 2025Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Physicians on Duty on July 21 – 23, 2025May 28, 2025Hemo Dialysis Postgraduate Course for Nurses on July 21 – 23, 2025May 27, 2025“Congratulations to our newly elected officers and regents! Your PSN family celebrates your achievement and takes pride in your…
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to be a persistent health concern. As of this writing, the Department of Health has tallied a total of 1,138,187 confirmed cases and 19,051 deaths resulting from COVID-19 infection in the Philippines. In June 2020, our societies have recommended the gradual resumption of kidney transplantation in the midst of the ongoing…
Hypertension is the most common cause of death and disability worldwide with its prevalence rising in low to middle income countries. It remains to be an important cause of morbidity and mortality in the Philippines with poor BP control as one of the main causes. Different societies and groups worked and collaborated together to develop…
Dear Drs, You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Jul 28, 2021 06:00 PM Singapore Topic: PSN Webinar Series on Ethics and Professionalism: Organ Trafficking in the 2020s – a Persisting Challenge for Transplant Professionals Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NUvSlxOFQMKdDluNhl-8QQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining…
The Philippine Society of Nephrology invites you to the second episode of Kidney Tik-Talks with the topic “Gulay Para sa Batong Buhay: A Kidney Health and Nutrition Forum this July 28, Wednesday, 10 AM – 11 AM via PSN Zoom and Facebook Live. Register in advance for this webinar in this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_4a2zUiziTkmKTyc2RKvcmg Webinar ID:…
DATE: March 4, 2020 TO: ALL PSN MEMBERS RE: GUIDELINES FOR NEPHROLOGISTS BEFORE SIGNING THE PHILHEALTH CLAIM SIGNATURE FORMS (CSF) OF DIALYSIS PATIENTS To ensure that the care of dialysis patients are adequately provided and coordinated by referring attending nephrologist and medical staff of dialysis centers and so that the data reflected in the…
I can still remember with clarity that particular day 8 years ago. It was late afternoon and I just arrived at our Condo in Robinsons Manila. I was still in the parking lot when I received a call from Dr. Delia Bayog. She was asking , correction, she was telling me to accept the nomination…
SILENT NO MORE: DIABETES AND ITS COMPLICATIONS By: Ailene Buelva-Martin The country has been in a state of shock learning of the untimely passing of former President Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino. It was later released that PNoy had been suffering from end stage renal disease from diabetic nephropathy needing hemodialysis and was apparently being…
Ang ating mga kidneys ay napakahalagang mga organs na maraming ginagampanang trabaho sa ating katawan. Kapag hindi natin sila inaalagaan o napabayaan natin sila, unti-unti silang nasisira at nagkakasakit, ang tinatawag na CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE o CKD. Isa ang CKD sa mga nangungunang dahilan ng pagkamatay sa buong mundo Halos lahat ng mga dahilan ng…
Dr. Adriano Dela Paz – The Renaissance Man By Dr. Ronald S. Perez Like most mornings since the pandemic started, I woke up on the 7th of May dreading what my day would be like in the hospital. Part of my morning ritual was reading my messages on my mobile phone for updates on my…
The PSN National and Chapter Officers for Year 2021 – 2022
The PSN Northern Luzon (PSN NL) chapter has grown from a pioneer group of 10 nephrologists, with Dr. Virginia Biteng as the first Chapter president, to a Chapter of 63 members.
by Reina Lynn G. Antonio, MD, FPCP, FPSN To advance the knowledge of nephrology To promote a better understanding of the scientific principles of nephrology among physicians To encourage scientific investigations in the field of nephrology To disseminate the knowledge of nephrology among physicians throughout the Philippines These were the primary objectives written in the…
Dr. Vincent Rafael A. Jocson, the Head of the Renal and Metabolic Division of the Philippine Heart Center, was actually trained in Classical piano.
Our kidney doctors share their difficulties in holding virtual clinics and how they are able to continue delivering quality healthcare despite the ongoing pandemic.
With the rising numbers of new daily cases and the numerous lockdowns and quarantine protocols that have been implemented in the past year, outpatient care has greatly been affected. Nephrologists share their experiences regarding the drastic changes in the way they take care of patients in their clinics.
The coronavirus pandemic has forever changed the landscape of nephrology. The new normal is upon us. Our distinguished panel of speakers and experts will guide us as we traverse the ever-evolving field of Nephrology during the corona crisis.
Dr. Edgar Lerma of the University of Illinois in Chicago, USA shares his thoughts on how the coronavirus crisis has affected the training of nephrologists around the world and the role of virtual collaboration in continuing medical education.
Virtual collaborative learning has become a popular way of teaching nephrology.
The Philippine Society of Nephrology advocates vaccination for all especially the frontline healthcare workers which include our dialysis patients and the staff in our hemodialysis centers who are equally vulnerable.
The different mentors and consultants of various nephrology training programs in the country voice out their thoughts on the impact the corona pandemic had on the training and education of future nephrologists.
The Philippine Society of Nephrology (PSN) fully supports the International Society of Nephrology’s urgent call for the immediate prioritization of the estimated 3 million dialysis patients worldwide to receive the life-saving SARS-COV-2 vaccine.
Healthy kidneys are very important in maintaining a healthy body. A key component in making sure we keep our kidneys healthy and avoid kidney disease is a healthy diet. 17 contestant vloggers from around the country made food vlogs as they take pride in sharing their healthy, kidney-friendly recipes!
Dr. Silvi Shah of the University of Cincinnati speaks up on the effect of the pandemic on patient care and advocacies in the U.S.
Filipino nephrologists give their take on adapting novel ways for patient care and education that are best suited during this pandemic.
The 1st Virtual Philippine Digestive Health Week Joint Annual Convention will be happening this March!
NAVIGATING THE NEW NORMAL: The coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic has led to significant changes to the practice of kidney medicine. Adapting quickly to the changing healthcare and challenges to kidney care will undoubtedly save lives.
The Philippine Society of Nephrology presents 25th Annual Convention: Early Interventions, Optimizing Solutions in Pediatric Kidney Diseases, a virtual convention, happening on November 15-17, 2021.
We are inviting all to create a food vlog that will aid our renal patients to commit to a healthier lifestyle with an appropriate diet for World Kidney Day 2021.
Happy New Year! The Philippine Society of Nephrology thru the Committee on Hemodialysis is happy to inform you of the following web-based HD Postgraduate Courses for this year 2021.
Happy New Year! The Philippine Society of Nephrology thru the Committee on Hemodialysis is happy to inform you of the following web-based HD Postgraduate Courses for this year 2021.
The ever-ready Nephrologists from Quezon helped to establish their dedicated COVID Hemodialysis units last March 2020 at the Quezon Medical Center.
The changes that we are experiencing due to the PANDEMIC has had a great impact on our communication patterns. The shift to virtual communication has its own advantages and disadvantages.
Whether you are a doctor, nurse, aide, technician, guard, janitor, cashier, Philhealth officer, and other staff–you are a front liner. Read on as most, if not all, can relate to his experiences.
We are all grateful to the substantial efforts given by the pioneer Filipino nephrologists, led by the first president of the Philippine Society of Nephrology, Dr. Filoteo Alano, who started it all in 1971. I call them the Magnificent 13.
The year 2020 was tagged to be a challenging year for the PSN Committee on Continuing Medical Education (CME) even before the COVID 19 pandemic happened. Aside from preparing the annual in-service examinations for fellows-in-training, the committee was also tasked to organize the review for PSN board eligible members.
Despite the unprecedented delays caused by natural calamities, the pandemic, and the resulting lockdowns, the Research Committee remained steadfast and committed to fulfilling the research-related tasks and activities of the Society.
Aside from being a very good clinician, our featured Nephrologist Dr. Melvin Marcial, is a passionate educator, an accomplished researcher, a lifelong learner and a dedicated husband and father
Despite the unprecedented delays caused by natural calamities, the pandemic, and the resulting lockdowns, the Research Committee remained steadfast and committed to fulfilling the research-related tasks and activities of the Society.
The Philippine Society of Nephrology Board of Trustees 2020-21 and the PSN Choir will hold a Christmas special virtual event on December 24, 2020. Stay tuned on our official website, FB page and Viber groups for the YouTube link.
Ngayong panahon ng mga bagyo ay tiyak na magkakaroon ng matinding pagbabaha. Dala rin nito ang pagtaas ng kaso ng LEPTOSPIROSIS.
“We have our duty to our country. Our duty is to provide kidney health to everyone. And we need more nephrologists to serve our people. It is for this reason that we encourage you to open a nephrology training program in your area. Pls become not just clinicians but also mentors too. We also encourage board eligibles to become board certified. We should stand strong as champions of kidney health so that our patients will not strain the financial resources of our country. “
AVATAR Foundation in collaboration with GRIPMER institute along with Department of Nephrology, SGRH, Cleveland Clinic & Indraprastha Apollo Hospital are jointly hosting 9th Annual Interventional Nephrology Conference (Webinar – Avatar2020) as AVATAR WEBINAR from 18th Sep – 21st Sep 2020
Join us on August 26, 2020, 6 PM as the International Society of Nephrology and the Philippine Society of Nephrology holds a joint webinar entitled “Optimizing outcomes in PD services in resource-limited settings”.
Amazing kidney, 40 years of challenge & innovative future. Happening on September 25 – 27, 2020
Congratulations to the newly elected PSN National Officers and Board of Trustees for the fiscal year 2020-2021
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic currently has the whole world reeling from the dangerous viral threat and its far-reaching effects on health, the economy and other aspects of human life. As we are forced to modify our lifestyle to the “new normal”, our society sees an opportunity to adapt as well. Check out the latest lineup…
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic currently has the whole world reeling from the dangerous viral threat and its far-reaching effects on health, the economy and other aspects of human life. As we are forced to modify our lifestyle to the “new normal”, our society sees an opportunity to adapt as well. Check out the latest lineup…
In celebration of the Kidney Month, the Philippine Society of Nephrology, Inc. in cooperation with the Department of Health presents the 18th Family Day Celebration: Malusog na Bato sa Panahon ng Pandemya happening on June 28, 2020. 8:00AM – 9:00AMMass (Live streaming via Facebook)9:00AM – 9:05AMPhilippine National Anthem + PSN Hymn9:05AM – 9:10AMWelcome Remarks (PSN…
Given the need to train the hemodialysis frontliners, the 2020 coronavirus pandemic with its requirement for social distancing and the clamor to bring the hemodialysis postgraduate courses to other areas in the Philippines; it was deemed necessary to deliver them thru the web for the rest of the year 2020. Dates of 2020 web-based postgraduate…
Dear Colleagues: The COVID-19 pandemic has all but upended our existence. It has managed to choke our daily medical commute; with our patients’ management and treatment held hostage. However, our oath to be the nation’s vanguards of kidney health remains unassailable, no matter the circumstance. For this, we must learn to adjust quickly- to be…
The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic currently has the whole world reeling from the dangerous viral threat and its far-reaching effects on health, the economy and other aspects of human life. As we are forced to modify our lifestyle to the “new normal”, our society sees an opportunity to adapt as well. Although the annual convention was…
Dear Colleagues, The past weeks have been formidable for everyone, with COVID 19 affecting not only our professional but even our personal lives. It is generating dread and anxiety, destabilizing our emotional and mental well-being. We fear for our patients and their survival since their life-saving treatments are threatened. Yet, we must remain strong and…
Given ISN’s responsibility toward the safety and health of the global community and following instructions from the health authority of UAE, WCN’20 is not proceeding as planned and will not take place in March 2020. The Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (ADPHC) has informed all its local stakeholders – including EMAN (local host society and…
In view of the Code Red Status on COVID-19 infection Issued by the Department of Health, the HD Committee and BOT decided to postpone indefinitely the holding of the Postgraduate Course for HD Technicians scheduled on March 11 – 13, 2020 Please inform your HD technicians who will be attending the course about this postponement.…
Dear Colleagues, With the surge of diagnosed COVID-19 cases and a CODE RED status of emergency preparedness declared by the DOH, the PSN BOT advises to the scaling down the World Kidney Day celebrations in your areas by limiting mass congregations and encouraging instead activities with less physical interaction. We know that all of you…
The PSN – Western Visayas Chapter was formed on the geographical basis of the Philippine’s division into regions. However, in 2015, the chapter was split into two: the WV – Panay Chapter and WV Negros Occidental Chapter after the latter met the requisite requirements for nephrologists. Currently, the chapter covers the entirety of Panay island…
PSN – Western Visayas Negros Occidental Chapter was previously the other half in the Western Visayas Chapter. However, after reaching the minimum requirements of members, the nephrologists from Negros Occidental decided to form an independent chapter in 2015. Currently, included in the roster are 18 adult nephrologists and two pediatric nephrologists – nine fellows, six…
PSN Southern Tagalog Chapter’s vision is to be the leading organization in Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Mindoro, Palawan, and Quezon committed to promoting awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney diseases based on the highest standards of care set by the PSN, in accordance with the culture of sustainable Green Nephrology. The chapter serves as the voice…
The PSN – Northern Luzon Chapter or the North Luzon Association of Kidney Specialists (NLAKS) was recognized as an official PSN chapter in 2012. The chapter is 61 members strong, with a majority of the members (17) practicing in Pangasinan, fifteen members (15) are serving in the Cordillera Administrative Region (which includes Baguio City, Benguet,…
Since the founding of the Philippine Society of Nephrology, the nephrologists in the Visayas and Mindanao formed a single chapter, the PSN Visayas-Mindanao Chapter. However, because of the inexorable increase in number of fledgling nephrologists, new chapters must be formed. So in 2005, kidney specialists from Cebu, Bohol, Leyte, Negros Oriental (mainly Dumaguete) and Samar…
The PSN Bicol Chapter is bound by the six provinces of the Bicol Region (Region V) namely: Masbate, Catanduanes, Sorsogon, Albay, Camarines Sur, and Camarines Norte. The chapter is relatively young, just entering its fourth year of service. There are only 16 members, eight of which are fellows in Adult Nephrology, five are diplomates and…
Great news! PSN wishes to inform everyone the existence of Philhealth coverage for peritoneal dialysis patients. This PD case rate covers 6 days of PD that is equivalent to a coverage for 1 hemodialysis procedure. As each facility/hospital carries its own cost of supplies, the patient may still have to shoulder excesses he may incur…
Written By: Ricardo A. Francisco, Jr. Sometime in November 2013, the Benefits Development and Research Department of Philhealth, through its OIC Manager, Dr. Jennifer S. Raca, sought a meeting with the Philippine Society of Nephrology to consult the society on its plan to expand the hemodialysis treatment coverage. The plan is in response to the…
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March 9 is the 12th edition of the World Kidney Day (WKD), a joint initiative of the International Federation Kidney Foundation (IFKF) and the International Society of Nephrology (ISN). WKD is a celebrated event focused on kidney health across the globe. It aims to raise awareness about protective behaviours and preventable risk factors to avoid…
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