28th PAMET National Midyear Convention
Revolutionizing Healthcare through Innovation: Pioneering Pathways for Medical Technologists and Medical Laboratory Scientists
hosted by: PAMET Quezon Province Chapter
May 16-18, 2024
Batis Aramin Hotel & Resort in Lucban, Quezon Province
We are delighted to extend an invitation to the 28th PAMET National Midyear Convention on May 16-18, 2024, at the picturesque Batis Aramin Hotel & Resort in Lucban, Quezon Province. This year's theme "Revolutionizing Healthcare through Innovation: Pioneering Pathways for Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Scientists;" promises three days of powerful plenary lectures, symposia, vibrant discussions, a fellowship night, and an educational trip. This year’s convention will include updates on various clinical laboratory techniques, as well as information to assist PAMET members in developing their professional skills and capacities.
Download Official Invitation Letter
Download DOH Circular 2024-0146
as of April 18, 2024
1st Day (May 16, 2024)
| 7:30 - 8:30am | Registration | |
| 8:30 - 8:45am | Opening Ceremonies for the Pre-Convention | |
| 9:00 -11:00 am | Chapters Meeting | |
| 8:45 - 10:15am | Updated Recommendation in the Internal Quality Procedures for Hematology | Mark Raymund G. Nava, RMT, MPA, MSMT, CBP, IFBA (PC) |
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| 10:15 - 11:45am | Understanding the Errors in Clinical Laboratory, Special Forum on New Trends in Specific Protein Testing | Sanjaymon Kandarathil |
| 11:45 - 1:00pm | Opening of Exhibits | |
| 1:00 - 1:30pm | Opening Ceremonies | |
| Processional
Entrance of Colors National Anthem Lalawigan ng Quezon Hymn PAMET Hymn |
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| Welcome Remarks | Mahaliza C. Marin, RMT, MPH
PAMET Quezon – Past President |
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| Formal Opening of 28th PAMET National Midyear Convention | Dr. Danilo Andro Garcia, PhD, RMT, IFB PC
PAMET Quezon – President |
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| Message | Luella A. Vertucio, RMT
PAMET National President |
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| Keynote Address and 1st Scientific Session
Universal Health Care: Pioneering Pathways for Medical Technologists/Medical Laboratory Scientists |
Hon. Angelina “Doktora Helen” D.L. Tan, MD, MBAH
Governor Province of Quezon |
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| 2:45- 3:00 PM | Snacks / Intermission Number | |
| 3:00 - 4:00pm | Philippine Quality Framework Aligning Competencies for Medical Technology Profession | Dr. Leila Lany Monserrat- Florento, RMT, PhD, IFBA (PC) |
| 4:00 - 5:00pm | Updates on the Future of Molecular Laboratory | Myla A. Velgado, RMT, DMM, MPM-HG |
| 5:00 - 5:30pm | Diagnostic Test Performance Characteristics: Interpretation and Application | Lerma L. Paris, RMT, MSPH |
2nd Day (May 17, 2024)
| 7:00 - 8:00am | Thanksgiving Mass | Rev. Fr. Joey Faller “The Healing Priest” |
| 8:00 - 9:00am | The MUST KNOW in Pediatric Blood Transfusion | Dr. Aimee Elaine Ausa, DPPS, DPSHBT, DPSPH, FPSPO |
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| 9:00 - 10:00am | From Disappointments to Fulfillment: Conquering Disillusionment and Living the Life of Contentment | Azenith Joan F. Puertollano, MA Psy, RPsy, RMT |
| 10:00-11:00am | A Review on Data Privacy Act, its Implementing Rules and Regulations and how it affects the Medical Tehcnology Profession | Atty. Paul Mercado |
| 11:00-12:30pm | Lunch Symposium | |
| Overview of Flow Cytometry Applications | Jero Rullan
Senior Clinical and Application Specialist, Biosciences |
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| Feedbacking as a Productivity Tool | Larry Jay B. Langaman, RMT, ASCP, CBP, IFBA(PC) | |
| Dialogue Matters: Quintessential in Conducting Performance Appraisal | Zenaida M. Banzon, RMT, MAHA | |
| 12:30-1:30pm | Imagineering Your Life “A Personality Development Talk” | Engineer Sheena M. Estanero |
| 1:30-2:30pm | Lifestyle Medicine: The Primary Care Perspective | Dr. Mechelle Acero Palma, MMMHA, CFP, DBLM, DPLCM, FPCLM, FA CLM |
| 2:30-3:30pm | Quality: Is it still relevant in the laboratory? A different perspective in the Laboratory | Dr. Marlon L. Bayot, MD, MPH, RMT, FRSPH, CHA, DipHLM |
| 3:30-4:30pm | Biosafety Committee in a Clinical Laboratory Setting | Dr. Fedelyn P. Estrella |
| 4:30-5:30pm | Occupational Health and Safety in the Clinical Laboratory | Dr. Dawn Aldrin Pimentel, MD, MHA, DFM, DPCOM |
| 6:00 pm | Fellowship Night
THEME: 70’s Retro Grand Hall 2 & 3 |
3rd Day (May 18, 2024)
| 8:00 - 9:00 am | Christian Discipleship in the Lives of Modern Health Professionals | Rev. Fr. Ramonato C. Abril |
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| 9:00- 10:00am | Laboratories in the Crosshairs: Virtual Threats in the Virtual Realm | Prof Oliver Shane R. Dumaoal, RMT, MSMT, CBO, IFBA (PC) |
| 10:00-11:00am | Ensuring Chemical Safety and Spill Response in the Laboratory | Louie Berlin C. Cadao, RMT, IFBA PC |
| 11:00-12:00nn | Revolutionizing POCT: A Rigorous Approach to Validation and Selection for Optimal Healthcare | Merlito L. De Torres, MSMLS, RMT, AMT, CPHQ, CPP |
| 12:00 -1:00 pm | Lunch | |
| Closing Ceremonies | ||
| Message |
Danilo Andro S. Garcia, PhD, RMT, IFBA PC
President, Quezon Chapter |
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| Turnover Ceremonies & Invitation | ||
| Closing Remarks | Jasmin O. Villa, RMT | |
| 1:00-4:00pm | Educational Tour |
1. Payment
Pay the registration fee and secure a screenshot / image of your transaction details.
| Face-to-Face In-Person |
Virtual | |
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| PAMET Member with updated membership (2024 and beyond) |
Closed | Php 1,000 |
| Non-Member non-members and other professions |
Closed | Php 1,800 |
| Student | Closed | Php 750 |
| Senior Citizens | Closed | Php 1,000 |
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*Registration fees does not include accommodations.
*Registration fees are non-refundable. |
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FOR VIRTUAL REGISTRATION PAYMENT
Online Bank: Paymaya
Account Number: 09175771151
Account Name: Khristine Moreno
Online Bank: GCASH
Account Number: 09175771151
Account Name: Khristine Moreno
2. Register
FOR PAMET MEMBERS :
Registration is ONLY available to those who have an ACTIVE membership status for year 2024 and beyond. To update your membership status, please contact your respective chapter representatives.
Click to View Chapter Directory
- Go to the PAMET Member Page here and log in to your PAMET Web Account.
- Click on CPD Activities and select the "28th PAMET National Midyear Convention".
- Select REGISTRATION TYPE
For Face-to-Face Attendees, select Face-to-Face - Click 'I want to Register' and provide payment details. Upload the screenshot of your payment transaction and confirm registration by clicking 'Register to this Event'
- Please allow at least 3 working days (Saturday and Sunday not included) for our secretariat to validate your registration and verify the authenticity of each payment. Confirmation email will be sent to your registered email upon successful validation of your registration.
NON-MEMBERS / STUDENTS :
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