We are proud to share that St. Elizabeth Hospital (SEHI) has been bestowed with a special commendation from the General Santos City Sangguniang Panglungsod, headed by the city’s Vice Mayor Hon. Rosalita Nunez, recognizing the hospital’s groundbreaking achievement in performing its first-ever open-heart surgery on a 13-year-old patient with Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) or commonly known as a hole in the heart. This historic milestone marks a significant leap forward for the hospital, showcasing its commitment to advancing medical care within the community.

Dr. Edwin Valencia, SEHI’s Lead Cardiothoracic surgeon, expressed gratitude for the commendation, stressing its significance for both the hospital and healthcare in General Santos City and Region 12. He highlighted the hospital’s readiness for high-end surgeries, ensuring advanced cardiac medical care locally. Dr. Valencia also affirmed the hospital’s commitment to providing access to care for all patients, including financial support initiatives through collaboration with financial institutions, reinforcing their mission of compassionate healthcare excellence. He also mentioned that St. Elizabeth Hospital will soon open its Catheterization laboratory in April 2024, further enhancing its capacity to deliver state-of-the-art medical interventions.

Hon. Rosalita Nunez hailed St. Elizabeth Hospital’s milestone as one for the books, for boosting healthcare in General Santos City. She stressed the need to raise awareness about the hospital’s lifesaving services and plans to promote this to reach more people. She also mentioned that the city will soon establish a foundation to support patients’ financial needs, making this kind of surgery accessible to all.