History of Medical Technology in the Philippines

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Who became the first medical technology graduate?

Jesse Umali

Who is considered the father of PAMET?

Crisanto G. Almario

When was PAMET founded?

September 15, 1963

When was the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) created?

June 22, 1973

When was the celebration of the MedTech profession declared by Ferdinand Marcos?

September 9, 1973

When was PAMET officially recognized as the only accredited professional organization in the Philippines?

July 15, 1975

What are the legal and moral obligations of a professional in the practice of medical technology towards their patients, colleagues, the public, and the profession?

Provide the legal as well as moral obligations to patients, colleagues, the public, and the profession.

Define 'Law' and how it applies to the practice of medical technology.

Law is a rule of conduct, obligatory, promulgated by legitimate authority, with common observance and benefit. It sets limitations for MedTech practice.

What is the main function of punishment in the context of Medical Technology laws?

To protect society from potential wrongdoers in the practice of the MedTech profession.

What is Bioethics and what does it primarily deal with?

Bioethics is a philosophical discipline dealing with the morality of human conduct in relation to health and human life.

How do laws enacted relate to public morality?

Laws enacted become expressions of public morality.

What is the significance of the Medieval Period in the history of laboratory science and medical technology?

Priori - ancient physicians examined specimens from patients.

When was PASMETH established?

MAY 13, 1970

Who was elected as the President of PASMETH on May 17, 1971?

DR. GUSTAVO U. REYES

When was the first annual meeting of PASMETH held?

OCT. 6, 1985

What type of entity is PASMETH registered as with the Securities and Exchange Commission?

nonstock and non-profit entity

What is PHISMETS and how is it related to PASMETH?

PHISMETS is the national organization of medical technology students supervised by PASMETH president and administration of the Committee on Student Development of PASMETH.

Test your knowledge on the history of medical technology in the Philippines, including the first graduate, the enactment of RA 5527, the founding of PAMET, and key figures in the field.

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