Philippine Heart Center
Nursing Service Alumni
6th Grand Reunion & 4th Homecoming
“PHC Gold @ Heart: Celebrating Glorious Years of Love & Service in Nursing”
February 20, 22 and 23, 2025, Philippine Heart Center, East Avenue, Quezon City, Philippines.
Event Details
Join us for the 6th Nursing Alumni Grand Reunion & 4th Homecoming! We have prepared an unforgettable 3-day celebration honoring nurses who have worked at the Philippine Heart Center. Explore the site for all the information you need, and let us know if you have any questions.
Where
Dr. Avenilo P. Aventura Hall, Ground Floor, Medical Arts Building, Philippine Heart Center
Children Heart Foundation Grand Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Philippine Heart Center
Novotel, Araneta Center, Quezon City
When
Thursday, Saturday and Sunday
February 20, 22 and 23, 2025
Current and Former Chief Nurses
Here are the current and former Leaders of the Philippine Heart Center Nursing Service.
Criselle M. Galang, RN, DNM
Deputy Executive Director for Nursing Services2020 - Present
Maria Linda G . Buhat, RN, EdD
Assistant Director for Nursing Services1990 - 2018
Amelia B. Lopez, MBA
Assistant Director for Nursing Services1986 - 1990
Lydia A. Cabigao, MAN, DNM
Director of Nursing1975 - 1986
Event Schedule
Here is our event schedule
(Take a look at event schedule through clicking the button)
Join us for the 6th Nursing Alumni Grand Reunion & 4th Homecoming! We have prepared an unforgettable 3-day celebration honoring nurses who have worked at the Philippine Heart Center.
Thanksgiving Mass
Chapel, Philippine Heart Center
Scientific Symposium
Symposium will be held at Children Heart Foundation Grand Auditorium, 3rd Floor, Annex Building, Philippine Heart Center
Meet and Greet
- (PHC Nursing Talents)
Meet and Greet will be held at Dr. Avenilo P. Aventura Hall, Ground Floor, Medical Arts Building, Philippine Heart Center
Election of New Officers
Election of New Officers of Philippine Heart Center Nursing Service Alumni Association
Gala Night
To be held at Novotel, Araneta City, Quezon City
Community Outreach Programs / Visiting Philippine Heart Center Nursing Alumni Elderly
Details to be announced (Optional / Voluntary Activity)
Event Venue
Event venue location info and gallery
Dr. Avenilo P. Aventura Hall, Ground Floor, Medical Arts Building, Philippine Heart Center
The venue is named after the first Director of the PHC Dr. Avenilo P. Aventura (1974-1986)
Philippine Heart Center 2025 Nursing Alumni Awards
Guidelines and Nomination Portal
PHC Nursing Alumni Association Officers
(2019 - Present)
Carmencita A. Lingan, RN, CVNS, DNM
President
Philippines
Geraldine B. Escota, RN, CCRN
Vice-President (Operations)
USA
Evelyn P. Diestro, RN, CCRN
Vice-President (Planning)
USA
Marieflor L. Navarro, RN, MSN, CCRN
Secretary
USA
Ma. Cristina M. Torrente, RN, MAN-MS, DNM
Assistant Secretary
Philippines
Herminio Santos, RN
Treasurer
Philippines
Susan Tatad Sarmiento, RN, CVRN
Assistant Treasurer
USA
Maribel Nieva Ha, RN, DNPc, MBA
Auditor
USA
Emelinda Banaria, RN, MAN
Assistant Auditor
Philippines
Aris Marasigan, APHON, MSN, BSN, CCRN
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
USA
Suzette De Guzman, BSN, RN
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Canada
NOMELEC
Rowena T. Bayta, RN, MAN, CCRN, CNC
Chair, NOMELEC
Australia
Rose Palencia Landar, RN
Nomelec
Canada
Nanette S. Bruno, RN
Nomelec
USA
Menchu Espeleta, RN, MAN
Nomelec
Philippines
The Organizing Committee
Meet our Team
Advisers
Maria Linda G. Buhat RN, EdD.
Criselle M. Galang, RN, DNM
Secretariat
Marieflor L. Navarro, RN, MSN, CCRN
Chairperson
Marietta A. Velasco, RN, MAN, MBAH
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Mapeth Mascariñas
Lemuel Joseph Mondragon
Promotions
/
Publicity Invitation
Geraldine B. Escota, RN, CCRN
Chairperson
Aristotle Marasigan
Co-Chairperson
Marc Augustus Fabreag
Country Coordinator
Registration
Ruth Cabundoc
Chairperson (Registration Onsite)
Joyette Ann F. Mindoro, RN, MPA
Co-Chairperson (Registration Onsite)
Member(s):
Emelinda Banaria, RN, MAN
Mary Ann P. Encarnacion
Aristotle Marasigan
Ways & Means
Westphalia Patiño
Chairperson
Mary Grace Kayanan
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Susan Tatad Sarmiento, RN, CVRN
Christopher Ian Joseph M. De Guzman
Mapeth Mascariñas
Finance / Auditors
Herminio Santos, RN
Chairperson
Susan Tatad Sarmiento, RN, CVRN
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Maribel Nieva Ha, RN, DNPc, MBA
Mapeth Mascariñas
Country-Coordinators
Felicisima T. Romero, RN, MAN
Philippines
Violeta R. Adaog
International
Meet & Greet
Leyda E. Galindez
Chairperson
Jesus Ferdinand Peralta
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Jenny Ramos
Rosalinda Madrid
Girlie Jenine M. Tugab
Gala Night
Felicisima T. Romero, RN, MAN
Chairperson
Geraldine B. Escota, RN, CCRN
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Ma. Carmen SG. Buenaflor
Karen Idonnah M. Cruz
Jane Ivah P. Ongpauco
Jeffrey De Guia
Scientific Symposium
Ma. Cristina M. Torrente RN, DNM
Chairperson
Janine L. Comendador, RN, DDM, MM
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Ma. Isabelita C. Rogado
Iris Chua So
Eva Teodora T. Sison
Ana Katrina Razon
Recognition & Awards
Lydia Bienes
Chairperson
Herminio Santos, RN
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Rita Batalla
Alta Catherine L. Reyes
Coffee Table Book
Phoebe Pendon
Chairperson
Daisy U. Algenio, RN, MMHoA
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Marieflor L. Navarro, RN, MSN, CCRN
Rosario Maria Belen M. Cercado
Dolly Dungo
Dean Cherry Tanodra
Community Outreach
Emelinda Banaria, RN, MAN
Chairperson
Ruth Cabundoc
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Liezyl Embestro
Violeta R. Adaog
Souvenir Program & Documentation
Geraldine B. Escota, RN, CCRN
Chairperson
Tess Dospueblos
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Maria Charisse Y. Magallanes, RN, MAN
Ruthlyn Grace Advento
Eva Teodora T. Sison
Membership
Aristotle Marasigan
Chairperson
Mapeth Mascariñas
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Remedios De Jesus Trinidad
Lilibeth Q. Icasiano
Country Coordinator(s)
Election
Rowena T. Bayta, RN, MAN, CCRN, CNC
Chairperson
Ruth Cabundoc
Co-Chairperson
Member(s):
Rosella Palencia Landar
Country Coordinator
Constitution & By- Laws
Maribel Nieva Ha
Chairperson
Gallery
Check our gallery from the recent events.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the membership qualifications?
Previously employed for a minimum of 1 year under the Philippine Heart Center Nursing Service. This includes nurses in various positions, nursing aides / orderlies, and ward clerks.
What are the types of membership and corresponding fees?
Regular (500 Php): Nurses
Associate (300 Php): Nursing Aides / Orderlies and Ward Clerks.
How much is the registration fee(s) for the 2025 Grand Reunion and Alumni Homecoming?
REGISTRATION FEE
(International Participants)
Early Registration: Deadline of Payment Not later than October 31, 2024
Deadline of Payment: Extended until January 15, 2025
Prevailing Exchange Rate will be based on the day of payment.
| Early Registration | Regular Registration | |
|---|---|---|
| Nurses Alumni | 125.00 USD | 150.00 USD |
| Nursing Attendant / Ward Clerk Alumni | 100.00 USD | 120.00 USD |
| Guest (Alumni Families & Friends) | 100.00 USD | 120.00 USD |
(Local Participants)
Deadline of Payment: Extended until January 15, 20254
| Registration | |
|---|---|
| Nurses Alumni | 5,000.00 Php |
| Guest (Alumni Families & Friends) | 4,000.00 Php |
| Nursing Attendant / Ward Clerk Alumni | 3,000.00 Php |
| PHC Representatives | 3,000.00 Php |
How to settle the payment for the membership registration?
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
BANK TRANSFER:
Bank Account Details:
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)
Account Name: Carmencita A. Lingan, Herminio S. Santos, Emelinda R. Banaria
Account Number: 4250-0106-43
Swift Code for International Payment: BOPIPHMM
REMITTANCE CENTERS TO BPI:
Bank Account Details:
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)
Account Number: 4250-0106-43
Account Name: Carmencita A. Lingan
Contact Number: +63 917 854 9224
Address: 7 Jade Street, Pangilinan Compound, Tandang Sora, Quezon City
Swift Code for International Payment: BOPIPHMM
CASH PAYMENT:
Pay at PHC Alumni Coordinator - Nursing Service Office
Contact Person: Mapeth M. Mascariñas
Contact Number:
Landline: (02) 8 925-2401 Local 3211-12
Mobile: +63 9764720024
For any concerns and inquiry please contact Secretariat Office:
Contact Person: Mapeth M. Mascariñas
Contact Number:
Landline: (02) 8 925-2401 Local 3211-12
Mobile: +63 9764720024
Email: phcnursaa@gmail.com
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Deluxe Room
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Executive Room
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Executive Suite
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Superior Room
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Deluxe Room
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Event Registration
All Alumni participants and guest must be pre-registered on or before January 15, 2025.
Payment Details
Prevailing Exchange Rate will be based on the day of payment.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
BANK TRANSFER:
Bank Account Details:
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)
Account Name: Carmencita A. Lingan, Herminio S. Santos, Emelinda R. Banaria
Account Number: 4250-0106-43
Swift Code for International Payment: BOPIPHMM
REMITTANCE CENTERS TO BPI:
Bank Account Details:
Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)
Account Number: 4250-0106-43
Account Name: Carmencita A. Lingan
Contact Number: +63 917 854 9224
Address: 7 Jade Street, Pangilinan Compound, Tandang Sora, Quezon City
Swift Code for International Payment: BOPIPHMM
CASH PAYMENT:
Pay at PHC Alumni Coordinator - Nursing Service Office
Contact Person: Mapeth M. Mascariñas
Contact Number:
Landline: (02) 8 925-2401 Local 3211-12
Mobile: +63 9764720024
For any concerns and inquiry please contact Secretariat Office:
Contact Person: Mapeth M. Mascariñas
Contact Number:
Landline: (02) 8 925-2401 Local 3211-12
Mobile: +63 9764720024
Email: phcnursaa@gmail.com
International Participants
Early Registration: Deadline of Payment Not later than October 31, 2024
Deadline of Payment: Extended until January 15, 2025
| Early Registration | Regular Registration | |
|---|---|---|
| Nurses Alumni | 125.00 USD | 150.00 USD |
| Nursing Attendant / Ward Clerk Alumni | 100.00 USD | 120.00 USD |
| Guest (Alumni Families & Friends) | 100.00 USD | 120.00 USD |
Note: Registration fee covers the Meet and Greet and Gala Night.
Walk-in registration on the day of the event is discouraged especially during the Gala Night.
Local Participants
Deadline of Payment: Extended until January 15, 2025
| Registration | |
|---|---|
| Nurses Alumni | 5,000.00 Php |
| Guest (Alumni Families & Friends) | 4,000.00 Php |
| Nursing Attendant / Ward Clerk Alumni | 3,000.00 Php |
| PHC Representatives | 3,000.00 Php |
Note: Registration fee covers the Meet and Greet and Gala Night.
Walk-in registration on the day of the event is discouraged especially during the Gala Night.
New Membership Registration
Previously employed for a minimum of 1 year under the Philippine Heart Center Nursing Service. This includes nurses in various positions, nursing aides / orderlies, and ward clerks.
| Registration | |
|---|---|
| Nurses Alumni | 500.00 Php |
| Nursing Attendant / Ward Clerk Alumni | 300.00 Php |
Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you. Here's how you can reach us.
Address
East Avenue, Quezon City, Philippines 1100
Call Us
+63 9764720024
+63 (02) 8925 2401 local 3211
Email Us
phcnursaa@gmail.com