PGH

PHILIPPINE
GENERAL HOSPITAL
University of the Philippines Manila
 TIMELINE
1907
The Philippine Commission passed
Act No. 1688 which appropriated
the sum of P780,000.00 for the
construction of the PGH.
1914
Dr. William Musgrave, then Dean
of the College of Medicine was
designated as division chief of PGH
since PGH became a division of
Bureau of Health.
1947
By virtue of Executive Order No. 94,
Philippine President Roxas transferred
PGH to the University of the Philippines.
1967
Health Sciences Center was established in
the University by Republic Act No. 3163.
1997-2000
Operationalization of the Child Protection Unit, Spine
Center, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, Women’s
Desk, Ear Unit; and Surgical Research Unit and
Reading Room of the Department of Surgery.
2004-2007
• Operationalization of the new ER Complex, Sentro
Oftalmologico Jose Rizal - National Eye Referral Center,
and National Poison Management and Control Center.
• PGH was cited as a Gold Trusted Brand by Reader’s
Digest Asia.
• PGH celebrated 100 years of excellence and leadership in
quality health care for the Filipino on August 17, 2007.
• PGH was conferred the prestigious Presidential Lingkod
Bayan Award by the Civil Service Commission.
2013-2017
• PGH was awarded Overall Winner – Best in Surveillance of
Antibiotic Resistance and Overall Winner – 1st Runner Up (Level
3) in the Hospital Best Practices in Infection Prevention and
Control Awards Year III by the Philippine Hospital Association.
• Completed infrastructure projects include the DNET Office, MRI
and CT Scan Rooms, Pay Rehabilitation Clinic, the UP-PGH
Business Center, PhilHealth Ward and Office, Decontamination
Unit, BAC Office, OR Pharmacy Extension Room, OB-Gyne
Delivery Room/ Labor Room, Diagnostic Center at the DOPS,
Cardiovascular Surgery and Organ Transplantation at the OR
Complex, and Central Endoscopy Unit.
1910
The Philippine General Hospital opened its
door to the public on September 1 and was
eventually linked to the College of Medicine,
then the Philippine Medical School.
1916-1936
PGH was placed under the first Filipino administration of Dr.
Felipe Calderon, dean of the University of the Philippines-
College of Medicine (UPCM). The decade was characterized
by infrastructure construction.
1954
President Ramon D. Magsaysay separated
PGH from the UPCM administratively.
Thus, the new PGH Director was appointed
separate from the UPCM dean.
1989-1994
• Completion of the new OPD and Central Block buildings.
• PGH employees were given a citation by the UP Board of
Regents for their exemplary efforts in servicing the health
care needs of the disadvantaged sectors of society.
• PGH Department of Outpatient Services was given the
Salamin ng Bayan award.
2001-2003
Operationalization of the Neuro ICU, Medical ICU, Skin
Bank, PGH-Pfizer Virtual Library, Burn Unit, Breast Care
Center, Centralized Endoscopy Unit, Anti-Rabies Unit,
Hospital Infection Control Unit, Comprehensive Epilepsy and
Sleep Disorder Unit, Stroke Center; and General Arthritis
Clinic, Pediatric Diabetes Clinic, Adolescent Clinic, and
Geriatric Comprehensive Care Unit at the DOPS.
2009-2012
• PGH was awarded the ISO 9001:2008 Certification by
AJA Registrar’s Inc.
• PGH was granted the Certificate of Accreditation as Center
of Excellence by the Philippine Health Insurance
Corporation.
• PGH was given the Pro-active Programs Achievement
Award for Quality and Productivity Category and Family
Welfare and Community Relations Programs Category by
the DTI - Center for Industrial Competitiveness.
2018- 2019
• PGH was awarded the ISO 9001:2015 Certification by AJA
Registrar’s Inc.
• Various infrastructure projects were undertaken including the
masterplanning of the hospital to rationalize space allotment and
optimize available space.
• Robotic surgery was introduced in the hospital with the creation
of the PGH Robotic Steering Committee. Robotically-assisted
procedures for general surgery (colorectal, hepatobiliary, and
gastrointestinal), urologic, and gynecologic cases have been
undertaken; procedures for head and neck surgery, pediatric, and
thoracic cases will follow. Robotic surgery enhances a surgeon’s
capabilities in laparoscopic surgery thereby providing patients with
procedures that have minimal risks and complications and ensure
faster recovery.
 Vision
To be the country’s leader in transforming the lives of the people through
excellent health care, education, and research, accessible to all.

Mandate Mission

In 1907, the Philippine Commission passed Act No. 1688 As the National University Hospital, we are committed to
which appropriated the sum of P780,000.00 for the deliver globally-competitive, cost-effective, compassionate
construction of the Philippine General Hospital (PGH). and accessible health care to the Filipinos, to provide world-
class education to health professionals, and to generate
PGH opened its door to the public on September 1, 1910 relevant research that will impact on health policies.
during the administration of Hon. Dean C. Worcester as
Secretary of the Interior and Dr. Victor G. Heiser as Director
of Health. PGH was declared to be a Division of the Bureau Functions
of Health by the passage of Act No. 1989, which took effect
on July 1, 1910. PGH was established primarily to provide On Training
PGH is the heart of the University’s Health Sciences Campus.
medical and surgical services to non-infective conditions
It is in PGH that postgraduate and undergraduate students
especially among indigent Filipinos. However, it was not until
undergo rigorous clinical rotations in various departments
September 10, 1910 that PGH was formally inaugurated.
under the tutelage of leaders in the fields of medicine,
nursing and allied health professions. Didactics, ward rounds
By virtue of the Department of Public Instruction Order No.
and preceptorships, emergency room duties, outpatient
1, series of 1937, PGH was supervised and controlled by the
clinics, operating theater rotations and departmental and
Department of Public Instruction thru the Commissioner of
interdepartmental conferences are included in the clinical
Health and Welfare.
rotations. Other key features of their education such as
leadership, community and social organization and resource
In 1947, by virtue of Executive Order No. 94, Philippine
mobilization ensure a holistic training geared towards
President Manuel Roxas transferred PGH to the University
molding the future leaders of Philippine medical and allied
of the Philippines; this officially designated PGH as UP’s
medical professionals.
teaching hospital.

Under Executive Order 391, effective January 1, 1951, PGH was
reorganized but continued under the supervision and control
of the University of the Philippines.
On Service
PGH ensures that all patients understand their conditions
and are able to participate in their own treatments. PGH has
19 clinical departments which, with their attached units, offer

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 ANNUAL FACTS AND FIGURES

excellent facilities for the delivery of

comprehensive care for both healthy
PATIENTS
and sick Filipinos, especially the poor
and marginalized, seeking specialty and
≈650,000 SERVED
subspecialty care. OUTPATIENTS EMERGENCY INPATIENTS
75% Department of
PATIENTS 29% Charity admissions
Outpatient Services 51% Adult 28% Pay admissions
On Research 11% Sentro Oftalmologico
Jose Rizal
19% Obstetric
30% Pediatric
34% Emergency
admissions
PGH continues to focus on research 12% Cancer Institute 9% Newborn admissions
2% UP Health Service
initiatives that impact on national health
policies. With the dawning of evidence-
based medicine and the emergence 82% 10% 8%
of new health and medical problems,
PGH puts further focus on researches
designed towards improving the quality PLACE OF ORIGIN:
of life of every Filipino. NATIONWIDE
(MAINLY FROM)
96% Social service
no-to-low classification
Core Values income
central luzon
Service: Having the commitment to
place customer satisfaction at the core
of our organization’s business. REGION 4-A

Professionalism: Adherence to national capital

region
courtesy, honesty and responsibility in
the discharge of one’s duty.
Integrity: Having moral discernment,
≈29,000
Surgical
it is doing the right thing at all times
operations and
and in all circumstances. procedures done
68% • OR COMPLEX
Compassion: The motivation to 19% • SENTRO OFTALMOLOGICO JOSE RIZAL
relieve the suffering of others. 13% • DEPARTMENT OF OUTPATIENT SERVICES

Excellence: When we demand more

from ourselves than our clients do.
≈3,300,000
LABORATORY AND RADIOLOGIC
Quality Policy SERVICES RENDERED

≈600
As the national university hospital and
premier referral center, the Philippine
General Hospital (PGH), University of Completed and
the Philippines Manila is committed to Ongoing Research
Projects
quality service, training and research.

PGH shall implement and continually

improve the Quality Management ≈3,800
System (QMS) to conform with TRAINEES
requirements of patients, regulatory
PGH has been known to Personnel Complement
agencies, other stakeholders and the provide excellent training
in medical and allied
performance goals set by management.
medical professions. PGH
caters to the training needs
≈4,200
not only of students but
PGH shall develop and enhance competent Medical Staff • 23%
also of observers/externs
Nursing Staff • 26%
and compassionate human resources and professionals from
Paramedical Staff • 9%
different government and Support to Operations • 42%
and ensure a safe work environment.
private institutions. (Administrative, Fiscal, Other
Paramedical and Nursing Staff)

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 CLINICAL TRAINING PROGRAMS

PGH is the country’s National University Hospital – a tertiary referral center and the teaching hospital of the University of the
Philippines Manila. It is the largest government hospital administered by the UP System; and offers various clinical training programs.

Medical Clerkship Program

Medical students from the UP Manila College of Medicine specifically those belonging to Learning Unit VI (LU VI) rotate in the various
clinical departments of the hospital for a period ranging from a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of 8 weeks.

The rotations provide students the opportunity to acquire basic clinical experience in the different fields, and to be actively
involved in the care and management of admitted patients as well as those in the outpatient clinics under the direct supervision of
residents, fellows and consultants. It is during this time that the students begin to acquire the skills and proper attitudes necessary
for patient care.

Internship Program
The program is open to UP College of Medicine students who are in their last year at medical school, LU VII and post graduate interns
from other medical schools. These medical interns undergo rigorous clinical rotations in various departments and their respective
specialty sections for one year. Didactics, ward rounds and preceptorships, emergency room duties, outpatient clinic duties,
operating theatre rotations, departmental and interdepartmental conferences are included in the clinical rotations. Students may
be admitted to any of the three (3) tracks of the Internship Program (i.e. regular internship, core + electives internship, and straight
internship).

Residency Program
The program provides specialized training in the various specialties. They are open to all physicians who passed the medical
board examinations given by the Professional Regulation Commission. Admission to the 3-6 year residency programs is highly
competitive because of the limited slots and the superior quality of the training offered. While the residency programs are geared
primarily towards specialty training, they also provide opportunities for the participants to learn and do research and to acquire
teaching and even administrative skills.

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Fellowship Program Clinical Training Programs
The program provides highly specialized training in specific
DEPARTMENT TRAINING PROGRAMS OFFERED
fields of medical practice. These programs are open to Anesthesiology Residency Training in Anesthesiology
Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Anesthesia
graduates of an accredited and duly recognized residency
Fellowship in Neuroanesthesia
training programs and take one to three years to complete. Fellowship in Obstetric Anesthesia
Fellowship in Pediatric Anesthesia
Like the residency programs, admission to the fellowship Fellowship in Pain Management
Observership in Neuroanesthesia
programs is highly competitive since very few institutions
Observership in Obstetric Anesthesia
offer similar training programs. More so, fellowship programs Observership in Pain Management
Observership in Pediatric Anesthesia
provide opportunities to learn and do research as well as Observership in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Anesthesia

acquire teaching and administrative skills. Emergency Residency Training in Emergency Medicine
Medicine Observership in Emergency Medicine
Basic Life Support
Two-Track Residency/Fellowship Program Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Family and Residency Training in Family and Community Medicine
The program is so called because residency/fellowship Community Two-Track Residency/ Master of Science in Clinical Family
trainees will be offered two options for specialty training, the Medicine Medicine
Fellowship in Supportive, Palliative, and Hospice Care
regular track and the academic track. The regular track (which Medicine
Laboratories Residency Training in Combined Anatomic Pathology and
is essentially the same as residency/fellowship programs
Clinical Pathology
currently being offered at PGH) is offered to those whose Medicine Residency Training in Internal Medicine
Residency Training in Dermatology
career goals are directed more towards clinical practice. The Fellowship in Allergy and Immunology
academic track, on the other hand, is offered to those whose Fellowship in Cardiovascular Medicine
Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology
long-term career goals are directed towards an academic Fellowship in Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Fellowship in Gastroenterology
career, whether with UP or other academic institutions. Fellowship in Hematology
Fellowship in Hypertension
Fellowship in Infectious Diseases
This is offered to a select group of residents and fellows who Fellowship in Medical Oncology
Fellowship in Nephrology
have been identified as potential future faculty members of Fellowship in Pulmonary Medicine
the university. The training activities of these residents/fellows Fellowship in Rheumatology
Master of Science in Clinical Medicine (Medical Oncology)
are modified to allow them to combine their clinical activities Master of Clinical Medicine (Medical Oncology)

while, at the same time, enrolling and fulfilling the academic
requirements of graduate programs currently being offered
by the different colleges of UP Manila. The product of the two-
track training program will not only be a specialist practitioner
but also a master’s degree holder with appropriate skills in
research, teaching and public administration.
Observership Program
This is a supplemental training program open at any time to
physicians, as well as to medical, nursing and paramedical
students who just want to improve their knowledge or skills.
The Observership Program allows trainees from other
institutions- both locally and internationally – to immerse into
the training and service activities of the Hospital. A physician
joins a department/service/section as an observer; but he is
not allowed to directly manage patients.
Several medical residents and fellows from various
Neurosciences Residency Training in Neurosurgery
Residency Training in Adult Neurology
Fellowship in Clinical Epilepsy and
Electroencephalography
Fellowship in Electrodiagnostic Medicine
Fellowship Training in Pediatric Neurology
Obstetrics and Residency Training in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Gynecology Fellowship in Trophoblastic Diseases
Fellowship in Ultrasound
Fellowship in Family Planning (2-track)
Fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and
Infertility
Fellowship in Infectious Diseases
Fellowship in Maternal and Fetal Medicine
Fellowship in Urogynecology and Pelvic
Reconstructive Surgery
Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology
Masters in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Ophthalmology Residency Training in Ophthalmology and Visual
and Visual Sciences
Sciences Fellowship in External Disease and Cornea
Fellowship in Medical and Surgical Vitreo-Retina
Fellowship in Glaucoma
Fellowship in Orbit and Oculoplastics
Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
Orthopedics Residency Training in Orthopedics
Fellowship in Advanced Methods of Ilizarov
Fellowship in Hand and Microvascular Surgery
Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Tumor Surgery
Fellowship in Arthroplasty
Observership Program

government and private hospitals undergo observership
training in PGH.
Otorhino- Residency Training in Otorhinolaryngology
laryngology Academic Track Residency (Master’s Degree Program)
Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery
Fellowship in Craniomaxillofacial Prosthesis
Observership Program

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Clinical Training Programs

DEPARTMENT TRAINING PROGRAMS OFFERED
Pediatrics Residency Training in Pediatrics
Fellowship in Adolescent Medicine
Fellowship in Allergology and Immunology
Fellowship in Ambulatory Pediatrics
Fellowship in Cardiology (including Interventional
Cardiology)
Fellowship in Clinical and Metabolic Genetics
Fellowship in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolism
Fellowship in Gastroenterology, Hepatology and
Nutrition
Fellowship in Hematology and Oncology
Fellowship in Infectious and Tropical Disease
Fellowship in Intensive Care
Fellowship in Nephrology
Fellowship in Newborn Medicine
Fellowship in Neurology
Fellowship in Pulmonology
Fellowship in Rheumatology
Affiliate Residency Program (Observership)

Psychiatry and Residency Training in Psychiatry

Behavioral Fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Medicine Fellowship in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
Fellowship in Social and Community Psychiatry

Radiology Residency Training in Radiation Oncology

Residency Training in Diagnostic Radiology
Fellowship in CT/MRI
Fellowship in Interventional Radiology
Fellowship in Ultrasound

Rehabilitation Residency Training in Rehabilitation Medicine

Medicine Fellowship in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Cancer Care Center for pediatric patients

Surgery Residency Training in General Surgery
Residency Training in Urology
Residency Training in Plastic and Reconstructive
Surgery
RESEARCH PROGRAM
Fellowship in Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Fellowship in Pediatric Surgery
Fellowship in Colorectal Surgery
Fellowship in Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery
PGH has defined a responsive research agenda designed to
Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery
Fellowship in Surgical Oncology improve patient care and health care delivery in the hospital.
Fellowship in Trauma Surgery
Research projects have been undertaken in coordination
National Poison Fellowship in Toxicology with the Expanded Hospital Research Office (EHRO). Annual
Management
and Control research fora like the Residents Research Forum, Nursing
Center
(Toxicology
Research Forum and Paramedical Research Forum are held
Service) which serve as venues for research presentation.

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PARAMEDICAL
PARAMEDICAL TRAINING
TRAINING PROGRAMS
PROGRAMS

PGH has 10 departments and divisions offering various paramedical training programs. These include Dentistry, Dietary, Central
ECG/EKG Station, Laboratories, Medical Records, Medical Social Service, Nursing, Pharmacy, Radiology, and Rehabilitation
Medicine. The training programs, offered to both PGH and non-PGH trainees, may range from 1-2 day workshops to 1-2 year
training programs that help the paramedical personnel enhance their knowledge and skills in their respective fields, and for the
needed continuing medical education.

DEPARTMENT TRAINING PROGRAMS OFFERED

Dentistry Dental Externship Program

Dental Internship Program

Dietary Dietetic Residency Program

Department Practicum in Hospital Dietetics
Observership Program (Clinical, Food Service, and Nutrition Education)
Short Course Training Program (Clinical Nutrition and Food Service)
Elective Rotation for Medical Residents

Central ECG/ Training Program in Electrocardiography

EKG Station

Laboratories Public Health Students Hospital Internship Program

Postgraduate Externship Program for Medical Technologist

Medical Records Seminar-Workshop on Health Records and Information Management

Division

Medical Social Field Instruction Program for Social Work Students

Service Observership Program

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Nursing Services
Division of Nursing
Education and Training
Division of Nursing Research
and Development (DNRD)
Pharmacy Department
Radiology
Rehabilitation Medicine
Section of Occupational
Therapy
Section of Physical Therapy
Section of Psychology
Section of Speech and
Language Therapy
• Orientation Programs
General Orientation Program for New Personnel
Orientation of New Nursing Personnel (Day 1)
Orientation for Student Affiliation
Advancement Program in Clinical Nursing (APCN) Orientation
Leadership and Governance Enhancement Program for PGH Nurse Managers Orientation
Orientation for the Enhancement Training Program in Selected Clinical Nursing Specialty Areas for Non-
PGH Nurses
Orientation for DOH Nurse Certification Program
Observership Program
Progressive Clinical Nursing Program (PCNP)
• Skills Enhancement Programs
Basic Life Support Update for Health Care Providers
The Nurses' Roles and Responsibilities in Intravenous Therapy: A Seminar-Workshop
Advancement Program in Clinical Nursing
Infection Prevention and Control: The Nurses' Critical Role
Comprehensive Health Assessment for Adult Patients
Enhancement Training Program in Selected Clinical Nursing Specialty Areas for Non PGH Nurses
PGH Nursing Preceptorship Program for Nursing Personnel
Leadership and Governance Enhancement Program for PGH Nurse Managers
Enterostomal Therapy Nursing: A Seminar-Workshop
Trauma Readiness and Assessment in Nursing (TRAIN)
Progressive Clinical Nursing Program in Pediatrics
Clinical Enhancement Program for Surgical Nurses (CLEPS)
Clinical Immersion of DPPS Nurses to Neuro-ICU
DOH Nurse Certification Program for Geriatrics
Telemetry Nursing Training Program
Clinical Immersion of UPCN New Faculty
• In-Service Training Programs
Scaling New Heights in Leadership: A Seminar- Workshop
Presentation of PGH Nursing Documentation Guidelines
Intravenous Therapy Nursing Update
NA/WA Training Coordinators Update
Nurse Executives Program: Understanding the Complexities of the Philippine Health Care Delivery System
TRAIN Committee Lecture Series
Building a Culture of Innovation: The Rapidly Evolving Role of the Nurse Executives
Leadership and Governance Enhancement Program for PGH Nurse Managers
Newborn Screening Update for Nurses
Creating a Culture of Innovation: PGH Roadmap to Improving Healthcare
NTC Clinical Nursing Update
Updates on Stoma Care
Program Innovation Presentation
Gender and Development Lectures
• Decentralized Programs, Value Formation Activities, Guided Educational Tours, Student Affiliation,
Patient/Family Care/ Management, and Other Extension Services
Research Made Easy and Quality Assurance Program in Nursing
Clinical Pharmacy Internship Program (3 months)
Clinical Pharmacy Training Program (6 months)
Observership Program
Hospital Pharmacy Internship Program
Patient Medication Counseling Training Program
Total Parenteral Nutrition Aseptic Dispensing Course
Radiologic Technology Internship Training Program
Observership Program
Clinical Training Program for Occupational Therapy Interns
Enrichment Program for Occupational Therapy Interns
Observership Program for Occupational Therapy Students
Observership Program for Allied Health Professionals
Basic Physical Therapy Clinical Training Program
Advanced Physical Therapy Clinical Training Program
Application of Clinical Psychology in the Rehabilitation Process (Psychological Evaluation, Psychological
Testing, and Psychotherapy)
Speech Language Pathology Clinical Internship Program
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 INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES
INTERNATIONAL LINKAGES

Asian Society for Neuroanesthesia and Critical Care

Asia Pacific League of Associations for Rheumatology
Australian National Health and Medical Research Council (SEA-URCHIN Project)
Brain and Mind Centre, University of Sydney and Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, Australia
Children Hospital No.1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Department of Medicine, Monash University, Australia
Erasmus University Rotterdam-Erasmus Medical Center, Netherlands
Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation, USA
Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, UK
International League of Dermatological Societies
Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Kobe University, Japan
Macquerie University, Sydney, Australia
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
Medical and Health Sciences, University of Auckland, New Zealand
School of Medicine, Universitat Witten/Herdecke, Germany
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, USA
Stollert Children’s Hospital, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada
Teikyo University Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
University of Copenhagen, Denmark
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian, USA
University of Puthisastra, Cambodia
World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists – Asian Australasian Regional Section
Yonsei University Health System, Korea

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