Invest in wellness and aesthetic procedures for a holistic healthcare experience at The Medical City’s Wellness & Aesthetics Institute (WAI)

Self-care is about balancing your inner and outer wellness. Your physical appearance can positively impact how you feel. When you practice mindfulness to keep your mental and emotional health in check, the effects can manifest in your physical well-being as well.

Wellness and beauty await. TMC WAI clients are welcomed to a cozy lounge where they can relax while waiting for their appointments. This is why people often say that looking and feeling good go hand in hand—it can help build confidence and empower you to be the best version of yourself and live life to the fullest. 

Opening Speech. The Medical City President and CEO Eugenio Jose F. Ramos giving his opening remarks on Wellness and Aesthetics Institute Media Launch.  

Take this as a sign to invest in wellness and aesthetic procedures for a holistic healthcare experience. From beautifying treatments like IV drips that can benefit the body to preventive health checkups to detect health concerns early, even before the symptoms become noticeable—these can be done at The Medical City’s Wellness & Aesthetics Institute (WAI).

Why go to The Medical City’s Wellness & Aesthetics Institute (WAI)?

WAI recognizes the need of clients to experience wellness catered to their holistic needs. It offers customized programs and treatments that are optimized and personalized based on the needs, goals, and lifestyles of clients.

TMC Management Committee

What are the services that we offer?  

The integrated wellness and aesthetics center offers a wide range of services where you can avail of diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative interventions and cosmetic procedures. This includes comprehensive wellness services  such as  lifestyle intervention or Lifestyle Medicine;  Preventive Health Care for various age segments from Pediatric and Adolescent Health Check-ups up to Adult and Geriatric Preventive Health Checks.

The Institute also provides a wide range of health services from consultation to treatment for all colors of the gender spectrum through its Center for Gender Health and Wellness. 

If you want to enhance your appearance and boost your self-confidence, you can check out aesthetic services, such as Cosmetic and Dermatology procedures, Non-Surgical Aesthetics, and Plastic Surgery. 

From left to right : Miss World Philippines 2019 and Miss The Medical City, Michelle Dee; Miss Universe Philippines 2022 - 1st Runner Up Annabelle McDonnell; Miss Universe Philippines 2022 - 2nd Runner Up, Katrina Llegado; Miss Universe Philippines Charity 2022, Pauline Amelinckx

From preventive to your recovery, The Wellness and Aesthetics Lounge is ready to assist patients with low nursing care through The Wellness Lounge. 

Begin your journey to wellness by booking an appointment with a TMC WAI doctor to do an assessment prior to your chosen procedure.

 

By taking care of your body inside and out, you can transform not just your physical appearance but also your entire life. Let TMC WAI be your partner in taking control of your life to feel your most attractive and confident self.

Check out all of TMC WAI’s services on https://tinyurl.com/WAIMenu. For more information, visit www.themedicalcity.com.

Doctors can serve more patients anytime, anywhere with the new mWellMD app

Metro Pacific Investments Corporation’s (MPIC) mWell, the Philippines’ first fully integrated health and wellness app, empowers partner-doctors to go fully digital with the new mWellMD app—a virtual clinic designed by doctors, for doctors.

 

The mWellMD app allows doctors to easily manage work schedules alongside patient data. Built with the doctor experience in mind, mWellMD gives them a seamless experience from sign-up to consultation,attending to patient needs anytime, anywhere24/7.

 

MPIC President and mWell Chairman Manny V. Pangilinan says, “We’re committed to delivering innovative healthcare solutions not only for mWell app users but also for our partner-doctors.  mWellMD’s future-proof platform empowers Filipino doctors to reach more patients in need through the power of technology.”

MPIC Chief Finance, Risk and Sustainability Officer and mWell CEO Chaye Cabal-Revilla says,                    “mWell cares for our users and partner-doctors. A smooth doctor experience is an important part of mWell’s operations. We make it a point to listen and respond to their needs. Through the mWellMD app, doctors have seamless end-to-end journey that allows them to conveniently consult and grow their practice. Thisfully integrated digital healthcare ecosystem gives our countrymen access to quality healthcare here and abroad.”

 

Clinic operations made convenient

 

The mWellMD app is loaded with management features for doctors. This includes accessing patient data, billings, referrals to other doctors, and professional fees. All of these features and data are accessible with just a click of a button.They also have an efficient appointment booking system, connecting them with patients using the mWell app. Soon, enhanced features and a wider range of tools will be made available for doctors via mWellMD Advanced.

 

Designed by doctors for doctors

 

To guarantee a seamless experience from sign-up to consultation, doctors were engaged to test the platform, making sure that the whole application is intuitive and user-friendly. 

 

“The best healthcare platform should involve the growing needs of doctors and the health industry,” says mWell Chief Technology Officer Dr. Mike Muin. “We are going beyond telemedicine – we are building solutions for doctors to make their practices and their lives better.” As a medical doctor with over twenty years of healthcare IT experience, he says doctors like him will always look for better solutions to respond to constant challenges in healthcare. 

 

Doctors as VIP: Round-the-clock operations and tech support

 

mWell is committed to providing partner-doctors the assistance they need to grow their practice. Doctors have access to 24/7 tech support, responding to their questions at the soonest possible time. mWell also has an operations team, giving regular updates and training sessions to doctors, ensuring that they have a smooth experience on the mWellMD platform.

 

mWellMD also follows global security standards to ensure the security and protection of all Personal Information belonging to both the doctors and patients within the system. This is supported by a holistic cybersecurity strategy and framework that can intercept all cyber threats, backed by the best technology and cybersecurity experts. 

 

Angel Redoble, mWellChief Cybersecurity Officer and PLDT Group and Smart Communications FVP and Group CISO said “mWellMD went through rigorous vulnerability tests and security audits. It completed and passed all requirements to bring down all cyber-related risks to the lowest level.”

 

Easy sign-up

 

Family doctors, specialists, and mental health experts can reach more patients by signing up as mWell partner-doctor via mwell.com.ph. 

 

Doctors may register in as fast as 30 minutes via mwell.com.ph. No joining fees. Only PRC ID is required.They get 100% of their professional fee without any commission from mWell—no deductions.  

 

To ensure smooth virtual practice, mWell is also offering partner doctors an exclusive high-speed internet plan from PLDT Home Fibr: 100mbps for only P1499.

 

The mWellMD app for doctors is now available on Google Play Store and Apple App store. 

 

To consult with partner-doctors and access a wide range of wellness features, simplydownload the mWell PH app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and register. Follow mWell on Facebook and mwellph on Instagram for more updates.           

                        

"Buhat" is Gloc-9 second to the last installment of his upcoming ‘Pilak’ album

 

True love transcends race, color, religion, and even physical features. Once it hits you, the heart encompasses all the other sensory perceptions, seizes control and then goes on autopilot that oftentimes defies logic. You even tend to bend the rules that you’ve set for yourself.

The topic of love would always become an inspiration for every artist’s creation. Whether it’s a painting, a poem, a photograph, a film, or in the case of Rap Icon Gloc-9, a song. 

"Buhat" is the second to the last installment of his upcoming ‘Pilak’ album. It focuses on love's resilience amidst all difficulties. The song is like an ode to the statement that, "Love conquers all." (LISTEN HERE)

Our Paboritong Makata wasted no time crafting yet another unique sound along with his shrewd flows and wordplays. Like his other tracks from the said forthcoming album, “Buhat” is arranged, mixed, and mastered by none other than Thyro Alfaro. Meanwhile, the wonderful single artwork was made by Cel Mar of CLMRarts.

“Buhat” follows the November release of the “Bahay Yugyugan,” Gloc-9’s recent collaboration with Flow G which became a trending video on YouTube for music and has a new Wish Bus Performance Video as well.

Stay tuned for more from Gloc-9 this 2023!

Liza joins the no. 1 Digital Banking app, Maya

As she continues to chart her own path, multihyphenate star Liza Soberano has made another big move in pursuing her true passions. A decision that is bold but nonetheless made by herself, for herself. Liza joins the no. 1 Digital Banking app, Maya. 

 

After shooting to fame as one of the generation's brightest stars, Liza recently decided to take control of her career and take on new challenges - such as shooting her first Hollywood film alongside young Hollywood stars Kathryn Newton and Cole Sprouse. The same bold mindset led to her new role as Brand Ambassador and Chief Advocacy Officer at Maya.  

 

As Brand Ambassador, Liza co-created Maya's new marketing campaign, breaking the mold of traditional celebrity endorsements and changing the game for marketing financial services.  

As Chief Advocacy Officer, Liza will champion shared advocacies for financial inclusion with Maya and lead key initiatives. This starts with joint initiatives for Save The Children, the world's leading independent organization for children, which Liza has been the ambassador of since 2021. At the same time, she will help drive the advocacy agenda within Maya from their product roadmap to company culture.    

With Maya, Liza finds herself in charge of an imaginative and meaningful partnership that ultimately drives financial empowerment, especially with the youth. Liza's collaboration with Maya also opens a new door for her as she finally gets the chance to be on the other end of the lights and cameras, co-creating the brand's latest campaign. 

 

"The past year has given me an opportunity to reflect on what I want for my life and my career. And when it comes to brands, I've decided to be more intentional about my partnerships. I want to work with brands that resonate with me personally, with products I actually use, and with companies I believe in,” Liza shares.  

“I'm excited for everyone to level up their banking experience with me through Maya because I love using their app. On top of that, working with Maya truly feels like a level up for me - it's a joy to collaborate with them creatively, and I'm excited for the professional challenge of becoming their Chief Advocacy Officer," she adds.  

“There's no greater partner for Maya than Liza,” says Maya Chief Marketing Officer Pepe Torres. He continues, "Liza resonates with Maya's values of defiance and optimism. She has defied conventions for Filipino actresses and taken her career into a bold new direction, reshaping what it means to be successful for this generation. And she lives with optimism, knowing she can use her personal platform to advocate for meaningful change. We are thrilled to embark on this meaningful collaboration and journey of empowering Filipinos to do banking their way alongside Liza, who is as much a game-changer as Maya." 

  

Positioned as everything and a bank, Maya is the no. 1 digital banking app that brings Filipinos bolder ways to master their money. Among the many superior innovations of Maya is its best-in-class consumer savings account that offers easy account opening with just one valid ID, a high-interest rate with daily payout, and customizable personal goals. As an added boost, Maya customers can save with up to 10% daily interest rate per annum, starting March 7, 2023.*  

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Maya is the first finance app to offer customers their own @username, making sending money as easy as tagging friends in TikTok or Instagram. Customers also love its sleek black Maya card, accepted by over 80 million merchants worldwide.  

 

These innovations have made Maya the no. 1 digital banking app and the highest-rated finance app on the App Store and Google Play, beating leading e-wallet and bank brands. Maya is regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP), and deposits are insured up to P500,000 per depositor by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporate (PDIC).

 

Watch Liza's first short film collab with Maya, and tell us what you think! Like Liza, master your money in exciting new ways and embrace your #MyMoneyMyBankMyWay era! Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayaiseverything/, Twitter: @mayaofficialph, and Instagram: mayaiseverything.

Landers Superstore invites everyone to support local through its latest community project - the Farmer’s Market

Looking for the freshest fruits and vegetables? Maybe it’s time to go local! Buying local ensures you get freshly picked veggies and fruits while helping our farmers who worked hard to harvest and bring these nutritious food on your table.

 

Landers Superstore, the country’s fastest-growing membership store, invites everyone to support local through its latest community project - the Farmer’s Market. Occupying a central space in all their stores’ Fresh section, the Farmer’s Market features an expansive selection of high-quality local produce sourced straight from farms across the country – from fresh strawberries and lettuce from the North to juicy pomelos and pineapples from the South. 

 

Since its introduction in the stores, the initiative has helped countless of Landers’ partner farms gain new consumers for their harvests, resulting in a steady, sustainable income especially at the height of the pandemic. Landers believes that protecting the stability and success of these farms will greatly contribute in securing food stability for everyone in the years to come.

Of course, members also benefit from this arrangement because they can enjoy their favorite fruits and vegetables at a more affordable price. Reducing the middlemen, traders, and retailers that these produce go through allows the store to price them reasonably and give fair compensation to the farmers at the same time.

 

Landers Superstore has long been on the forefront of creating community-based initiatives and disaster response efforts in the country. Together with the Philippine Army, Landers organized donation drives during natural calamities such as typhoons and earthquakes, serving as a drop-off center for donations which received overwhelming support from its members and volunteers.

                             

During the pandemic, Landers also launched the “Share the Hope” campaign to help small business owners sustain their businesses by giving them a space where they can sell their products at Landers Superstore branches. 

 

So the next time you go for your grocery run, head to Landers Superstore and fill your shopping carts with fruits, veggies, and more from their Farmer’s Market. They’re guaranteed to be fresh and of the best quality – but best of all, you’ll also be championing the cause of local farmers. 

 

Meanwhile, if you’re a farmer looking to find a new market for your fresh produce, Landers Superstore is more than happy to partner with you. You can get in touch with their team when you visit any Landers Superstore branches nationwide. Landers’ Farmer’s Market will surely help you reach more premium consumers and business owners who are always on the look-out for fresh, high quality produce.

 

Here are Landers Superstore current branches: Landers Balintawak – 1240 EDSA Balintawak, Apolonio Samson, Quezon City; Landers Otis – 1890 Paz Guazon St., Paco, Manila; Landers Cebu – 23 Minore Park, Cardinal Rosales Ave. cor. Pope John Paul II Ave., Cebu; Landers Alabang West – Daang Hari Road, Almanza Dos, Las Piñas City; Landers ArcoVia City – 1604, 99 Eulogio Rodriguez Jr. Ave, Pasig or Landers Uptown Bonifacio - 1240 The Uptown Palazzo, 9th Ave. Cor. 36th St. Uptown Bonifacio, Taguig City. Stores are open from 9AM to 9PM. Shoppers can also buy fresh produce online at www.landers.ph. 

 

For more information about Landers Superstore’s exclusive offerings, visit http://landers.ph/. 

 

SureServ: Your healthcare within your reach

SureServ held its media launch on Friday, gathering partner merchants and industry leaders to offer them a first look at the Philippines’ first micro-financing app for healthcare. 

The app was introduced as the all-Filipino-powered company’s bid on “much-needed healthcare modernization for hardworking Filipinos,” according to SureServ President & Founder Johnny Bondoc.

Introducing revolutionary and convenient access to quality healthcare for corporate groups and businesses.

 

Since its conception in 2019, SureServ has benefitted Manufacturing, Manpower, Retail, SME, and BPO employees from privatecorporations who have availed their services. When the pandemic hit in 2020, this timely revolutionary idea only proved that much-needed quality healthcare should be conveniently accessed by everyone right at their fingertips.

 

Being the first of its kind in the country, SureServ created a closed-loop system where members from corporations, employee beneficiaries, service providers, and partners can make convenient and secure transactions using the healthcare credit line app. Especially in times of need, users can benefit from this app instantly and simply pay the amount through salary deduction, making the entire credit system efficient and seamless.

SureServ President & Founder Johnny Bondoc
 

Providing accessible credit line for Filipinos achieved

 

With Partner merchants with nationwide coverage & industry-respected doctors at present, Sureserv can now serve more businesses and its employees who share the goal of making healthcare conveniently accessible to their employees, creating a healthier future for Filipinos.

 

Bondoc remarked, “…this opportunity to uplift our kababayans’ healthcare and financial situation is too good of a mission to notpursue, that we simply need to say, ‘why not.’ The SureServ solution is simply too good, too helpful. We need to pursue this mission. Why not!”

 

 

(From left, SureServ Board of Directors: Johnny Bondoc; Darvin Tuazon; Jerwin Lavilles; JM Aujero)

Partnering up with healthcare and corporate merchants for Filipinos

 

SureServ is pleased to announce that the SureServ Media Launch was graced by several merchant partners and attested to howreliable and trustworthy SureServ services are, including SureServ’s medical clinic and diagnostic laboratory partners: Dr. Sally Gaspar, Vice President & Medical Director of Aventus Medical Care, Inc.; Mr. Jan Denton Chua, CEO of Healthcube; Ms.Donabelle Palisoc, Assistant Manager for Sales & Marketing of MyHealth; Mr. Carlos Valdez, National Sales Manager of New World Diagnostics; medical hospital: Mr. Lynard Longcop, Head of Business Dev. & Marketing of Capitol Medical Center; specialty medical doctor: Dr. Lemuel Delos Reyes of LDR Medics Inc. Occupational Medicine; online and brick-and-mortar pharmacies: Dr. Joel Adrian Javier, President & CEO of MedExpress; Ms. Tina Sabarre, Chairman & Founder of Mediclick; Ms. Jinky “Khay” Guanlao, Merchandising for Specialty Medicines / Vaccines & Oncology of Southstar Drug; Rose Pharmacy; and corporate merchant partner: Ms. Justteen Marasigan, President & Owner of Love Beyond Words by Serenata & Gragale Builders Inc.

Amore at Portofino celebrates Tuscan's love for art, food, and culture

Love, Amore: A Private Wine-Tasting Event

 

Arts, wines, and sweets - a private Tuscan-inspired wine-tasting event for homeowners was recently held at the Alfresco di Amore at Portofino in Villar Land. 

With a warm and inviting atmosphere, homeowners and guests had the opportunity to try three wines from different parts of the world - red, white, and bubbly, paired with canapes, cheeses, and sweets, each personally selected by Winery PH sommelier Chie Gatchalian. 

Residents and guests indulged in decadent, gourmet bites and relaxing jazz music.  While enjoying the wines, they were surrounded by the beautiful environment of Amore and its charming landscapes. 

Amore at Portofino celebrates Tuscan's love for art, food, and culture through various activities exclusively organized for its homeowners. 

The exclusive event allowed homeowners to learn about and taste an amazing selection of wines. Knowledgeable wine experts from Winery PH were on hand to tell the stories and subtleties behind each bottle of the wine selections poured throughout the night.

The attendees also had the chance to mingle with the representatives of Winery PH and learn more about their products. The wine experts shared the different techniques on how to taste wine and understand one’s palate, tips for food and wine pairing, as well as the different aspects of making the wine and getting it into the bottle. 

 

Both wine connoisseurs and novices enjoyed the artistic wine experience and the opportunity to socialize and enjoy cheerful moments with fellow homeowners. 

Amore at Portofino is Brittany’s 35-hectare Tuscan-inspired community in the heart of Daang Hari, Villar Land. Amore at Portofino serves as a love letter to and from Tuscany, offering a sense of home where luxury and nature coexist harmoniously, accentuated by landscapes that seem to be drawn by the hand of an artist. 

 

Offering premium lots that range from 400 to 900 square meters, its third development phase features expansive premium lots, green open spaces, and upgraded house models.

Brittany Corporation, the company behind this Italian-inspired development in Villar Land, also offers a fine selection of home designs, high-end condominiums, and lot-only properties in excellent locations such as Forresta in Vista City, Crosswinds in Tagaytay, Georgia Club and Augusta in Sta. Rosa, Laguna, and Bern in Baguio.

 

For more information on Brittany Corporation’s collection of luxury properties, visit www.brittany.com.ph. You may also follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. 

 

Palawan Pawnshop has redefined the pawning industry with its commitment to fair and affordable services

 

Pawnshops have long been an essential source of financial assistance for many Filipinos. They provide quick access to cash without the hassle of dealing with stringent requirements imposed by banks. Despite their significance, pawnshops have carried a negative reputation since most were seen as taking advantage of people's financial difficulties. However, this is all changing with Palawan Pawnshop.

Palawan Pawnshop, established in 1985, has redefined the pawning industry with its commitment to fair and affordable services. The company offers very low interest rates with high appraisal rates, giving customers the advantage of saving more. They have a tiered interest rate system with only 1% for a loan of 11 days, 2% for 22 days, and 3% for 33 days. Moreover, Suki card holders can enjoy discounts of up to 5%.

Palawan Pawnshop customers receive automated notifications on their cellphones to remind them of their due and renewal dates, preventing them from incurring additional fees. They can also opt to renew their pawned items at any Palawan Pawnshop branch. 

 

What sets Palawan Pawnshop apart is its brand of service – Matatag, Maaasahan at Mapagkakatiwalaan. People are guaranteed excellent customer service thanks to the approachable and friendly employees. Palawan Pawnshop is renowned for its VIP treatment of its customers, wherein all staff from the associates down to the guards, are accommodating and respectful. They handle your items with the utmost care to ensure their safety at all times.

 

With over 3,300 branches and authorized agents nationwide, Palawan Pawnshop continues to grow as one of the most reliable and leading pawnshops in the Philippines. From its beginnings as a pawn brokering business, Palawan Pawnshop has expanded its services to include money remittances, microinsurance, bills payment, electronic mobile phone loading, cash-in of e-wallets, money exchange, ATM withdrawal, and cash disbursements.

 

"At Palawan Pawnshop, we are dedicated to providing fair and affordable services to Filipinos in need of financial aid. Our commitment to excellence in customer service, combined with our low interest rates and high appraisal rates, sets us apart as a leading pawnshop in the Philippines." Said Karlo Eugene Josef M. Castro, Palawan Pawnshop Sr. Vice President & Chief Operations Officer.

 

For those who are looking to pawn their items, Palawan Pawnshop is currently offering a special promotion of "Libreng Interest" for one (1) month with a 2.5% loan interest rate. This offer is open to all new, lapsed, and existing Suki customers who wish to pawn their items at any Palawan Pawnshop branch nationwide. The promo is available from February 1 to April 30, 2023. Details can be found on their website and Palawan Pawnshop’s Official Facebook Page.

Palawan Pawnshop is transforming the way Filipinos perceive pawnshops by offering low interest rates, high appraisal rates, excellent customer service, and an extensive network of branches, which make them a reliable source of financial aid for those in need. Additionally, the company's commitment to excellent customer service and its wide array of multiple services beyond pawning which include money remittances, bills payment, cash-in and cash-out of e-wallets, and microinsurance, make it a one-stop-shop for all financial transaction needs. Palawan Pawnshop's services prove that pawnshops can provide a reliable and convenient option for Filipinos in need of financial assistance. Palawan Pawnshop, Palawan Express, and PalawanPay are supervised by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. For more information, go to Palawan Pawnshop and PalawanPay Websites.