- MARIA LOURDES K. OTAYZA, MD, MHA, FPOGS, CESO V
- Medical Center Chief II
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Maimbung District Hospital Benchmarks at MMMHMC
On January 23, 2026, Maimbung District Hospital (MDH) of Sulu Province conducted a benchmarking activity at the Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center (MMMHMC).
The benchmarking focused on the Public Health Unit (PHU), Electronic Medical Records, Quality Management System (QMS), and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI). It aimed to showcase the best practices and innovations of MMMHMC that could be adapted and implemented in MDH.
The activity was attended by Dr. Shaheeda Hassiman, Medical Center Chief; Ms. Neferteri Najar; Ms. Julie-Ann Bashra A. Aspi; Mr. Bakhtiar Jawali; Dr. Hazel Fajardo; and Dr. Roman Paolo Chavez of MDH.
Representing MMMHMC during the activity were Dr. Maria Lourdes K. Otayza, Medical Center Chief; Dr. Jose B. Orosa III, Chief of Medical Professional Staff; and staff from the QMS, CQI, PHU, and Integrated Hospital Operations and Management Program.
MMMHMC has institutionalized the Performance Governance System since 2024 with the Gold Trailblazer Award and is recognized as a multi-specialty center in Northern Philippines, making it a preferred benchmarking site for other institutions.
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MMMHMC Recalibrates Strategies Through a Planning Workshop
A total of 68 hospital management committee members are participating in the activity. The strategic planning workshop aims to revisit the hospitalβs vision, mission, and goals, and to formulate appropriate strategies to achieve them. This activity is being initiated by the Medical Center Chief, Dr. Ma. Lourdes K. Otayza.
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MMMH&MC Shines at the Gawad Kalusugan 2025
SAN FERNANDO CITY, La Union β Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center (MMMHMC) once again affirmed its position as one of the regionβs leading public health institutions after garnering major distinctions at the Gawad Kalusugan 2025, held on December 11 at the Speaker Pro-Tempore Francisco I. Ortega Convention Center.
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Kampeon ng Kalusugan: Empowering Barangay Health Workers as HEPOs on the Ground
Isinagawa ng MMMHMC ang Kampeon ng Kalusugan: Capacity Building for Barangay Health Workers (BHWs) as Health Education and Promotion Officers (HEPOs) on the Ground noong Disyembre 11-12, 2025. Layunin ng programa na bigyan ng kaalaman at kasanayan ang ating mga BHWs bilang mga frontliners sa health promotion at disease prevention.
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Prematurity Awareness Month: Celebrating Tiny Preemie Warriors
In observance of the World Prematurity Awareness Month, the Mariano Marcos Memorial Hospital and Medical Center (MMMH&MC) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the Mother-Baby Friendly Health Institution (MBFHI) Committee held a kick-off program during the flag-raising ceremony on November 17, 2025, at the MMMH&MC Covered Court.
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Championing Healthy Choices to Prevent Substance Abuse
The Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week with the theme: βSa Bagong Pilipinas, Buhay ay Pinapahalagahan, Droga ay Inaayawanβ was launched on November 20, 2025 at La Union National High School, bringing together DOH hospitals, Treatment and Rehabilitation Centers in Region I, and various stakeholders.
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MMMHMC IS AWARDED THE 5-GREEN STAR RATING (GREEN AND SAFE HEALTH FACILITY AWARD)
We are honored to be awarded the 5-Green Star Rating during the National Green and Safe Health Facilities Recognition on December 1, 2025. Having received the same 5-star rating in 2022, this is the highest distinction that recognizes our commitment to environmental stewardship, patient safety, and resilient health systems.