Koronadal City, South Cotabato—The South Cotabato Provincial Hospital (SCPH) is set to conduct a special surgical mission focusing on obstetrics and gynecology (OB-Gyne) cases from October 10 to 12, 2024. This initiative aims to address the backlog of elective surgeries for women who have been waiting for their operations, as the hospital regularly prioritizes emergency surgical cases.
Dr. Conrado Brana, Chief of SCPH, confirmed that the hospital is finalizing all preparations for the mission to ensure its success.
“We are working hard to accommodate all women who have been on our waiting list for a long time. This mission is in response to the growing need for scheduled surgeries, which have often been delayed due to the hospital’s focus on emergency operations,” Brana said.
According to Dr. Brana, the hospital has been dealing with an influx of emergency cases, making it difficult to address elective surgeries promptly.
“Our priority has always been to save lives through emergency operations, but we also understand the importance of providing timely surgical interventions for women with non-emergency but necessary OB-Gyne cases,” he added.
The surgical mission is expected to help many women who have been seeking medical intervention for conditions requiring surgery, such as uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, and other gynecological concerns. The mission will be conducted by SCPH’s team of expert OB-Gyne surgeons, nurses, and healthcare professionals, who will ensure the highest standard of care throughout the procedures.
Brana highlighted the importance of this mission in improving women’s health in South Cotabato.
“We recognize that many women have been waiting for these operations, and through this mission, we aim to provide them the medical attention they need. This is our commitment to ensuring quality healthcare for every resident of the province,” he stated.
Women on the waiting list are being contacted by the hospital’s administrative staff to confirm their availability for the scheduled surgeries. Meanwhile, SCPH is also reaching out to other potential patients who may benefit from this initiative.
“We encourage women who need gynecological surgeries to coordinate with us as soon as possible. This is an opportunity to address their health concerns without the usual delays,” Brana concluded.
The surgical mission aligns with the provincial government’s ongoing efforts to enhance healthcare services and ensure that the people of South Cotabato have access to timely and quality medical care.
