General Issues in Surgery I
July 19, 2023
2:00pm -3:30pm
Marquee Tent
General Issues in Surgery I
Session Objective:
The session aims to discuss common issues concerning the practice of general surgery in our country.
Learning Outcomes:
After the session, the participants will be able to:
1. Identify the basic elements of an effective cancer registry.
2. Describe the advantages of having a national cancer registry.
3. Discuss the intricacies of obtaining a DNR from the patient’s relatives.
4. Learn how to handle ethical issues concerning DNRs.
5. Discuss the progress of minimally invasive surgery locally.
Creating a National Cancer Registry
Rodney B. Dofitas, MD, FPSGS
Ethical Dilemmas Surrounding the DNR Order
Antonio D. Rebosa, MD, LLB
The Philippine Journey from Open Surgery to Minimally Invasive
Andrea Joanne A. Torre, MD, FPSGS, FPALES
Chairman: Leonardo O. Ona III, MD, FPSGS
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General Issues in Surgery I
Session Objective:
The session aims to discuss common issues concerning the practice of general surgery in our country.
Learning Outcomes:
After the session, the participants will be able to:
1. Identify the basic elements of an effective cancer registry.
2. Describe the advantages of having a national cancer registry.
3. Discuss the intricacies of obtaining a DNR from the patient’s relatives.
4. Learn how to handle ethical issues concerning DNRs.
5. Discuss the progress of minimally invasive surgery locally.
Creating a National Cancer Registry
Rodney B. Dofitas, MD, FPSGS
Ethical Dilemmas Surrounding the DNR Order
Antonio D. Rebosa, MD, LLB
The Philippine Journey from Open Surgery to Minimally Invasive
Andrea Joanne A. Torre, MD, FPSGS, FPALES
Chairman: Leonardo O. Ona III, MD, FPSGS
