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Mission Highlights

3-Day Medical Mission Highlights
📍 Laoag City, Ilocos Norte

Over three days, The Good Hope Future Foundation (TGHFF), alongside Sina97ala Medical Association, conducted a successful medical mission offering comprehensive surgical, ophthalmological, and mental health support.

CASES
CASES
PARTICIPANTS
PARTICIPANTS
INDIVIDUALS SERVED

DAY 1

Arrival at Laoag City and setup of designated spaces for minor and major surgeries, and ophthalmology services.
Catholic Mass celebrated for the blessing of the Surgical Mission.
Conducted Lay Forum 1 for patients and caregivers.

DAY 2

Full operations at all setup spaces.
Ongoing minor and major surgeries and ophthalmology care.

DAY 3

Completion of all surgeries and ophthalmology services.
Held Lay Forum 2 for college-bound students.
Packed up all medical equipment.
Concluded with a fellowship dinner.

News and Stories

PHILIPPINE NEWS AGENCY

A two-day medical and surgical mission is set to benefit over 100 Ilocanos in need of minor and major surgeries. The initiative aims to provide essential healthcare services to underserved communities in the region. A dedicated team of doctors will conduct the procedures, ensuring that patients receive the necessary medical attention. This mission underscores the ongoing efforts to improve access to healthcare for all.

PHILIPPINE INFORMATION AGENCY

A recent medical mission in Ilocos Norte provided free medical services to approximately 600 patients, addressing a wide range of health needs. This initiative aimed to enhance healthcare accessibility for underserved communities in the region.

BOMBO RADYO LAOAG

A medical mission titled “Operasyon Bigay-Lunas” is scheduled to take place at the Laoag City Auditorium on June 6, 2025. Organized by a pharmaceutical company in collaboration with the Laoag City Health Office, this initiative aims to provide free medical services to residents of Laoag City. The event will run from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is part of the company’s anniversary celebration. Dr. Rodrigo Catcatan, head of the City Health Office, encourages local residents to take advantage of this opportunity to receive essential healthcare services.

ILOCOS NORTE CMO

A group of over 50 doctors, all alumni of the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center (UERM), organized a two-day medical and surgical mission in Ilocos Norte. In partnership with The Good Hope Future Foundation and Sina97ala Medical Association, the mission provided both minor and major surgical procedures, including thyroidectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair, and lumpectomy. More than 50 medical professionals, including doctors and nurses, participated in the initiative. Pre-screening of patients was conducted in February to ensure readiness for the surgeries. Dr. Medeldorf Gaoat, chairman of the provincial health committee, expressed gratitude for the collaboration and indicated the possibility of future missions based on community needs.

PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OF ILOCOS NORTE

The Provincial Government of Ilocos Norte, in collaboration with The Good Hope Future Foundation and the Sina97ala Medical Association, organized a comprehensive medical mission offering free surgical procedures, eye check-ups with corrective eyeglasses, and health and wellness forums. This initiative aimed to provide essential healthcare services to underserved communities in the region. The event was held at the Ilocos Norte Provincial Auditorium, ensuring accessible medical assistance to those in need.

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