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Winston Felix J Quebec, MD, FPPS, FPNSP

 

Overall Chair
Winston Felix J. Quebec, MD
WINSTON FELIX J. QUEBEC, MD, FPPS, FPNSP
(September 18, 1963 – December 15, 2017)

 

Member of the Board of Trustees of the Philippine Pediatric Society, Inc.

Founding President of the PPS Eastern Visayas Chapter
Chair of the Department of Pediatrics, Bethany Hospital and
Faculty of the College of Medicine,
Remedios Trinidad Romualdez Medical Foundation

Winston joined our Creator in the afternoon on December 15, 2017
An exemplary pediatrician and nephrologist, a devoted advocate for children,
and a dear friend to many, he will be missed

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Dengue Vaccine Update – 30 November 2017

FIRST official Announcement from PIDSP board regarding Dengue vaccine
after Sanofi release dated
30 November 2017:

 

New vaccines included in the PIDSP Childhood Immunization Schedule calendar are based on evidence current at the time of the review by the Committee on Immunization. These have been presented to the Stakeholders, including the PPS for approval prior to dissemination. However, as information about safety and efficacy of vaccines and guidelines relative to their administration continue to develop after a vaccine is licensed, these recommendations may change. With reference to the press statement entitled “Sanofi updates information on dengue vaccine” released 30 November 2017 (available at http://mediaroom.sanofi.com/sanofi-updates-information-on-dengue-vaccine ) PIDSP will continue to meet with DOH and other national regulatory agencies to provide guidance to clinicians, vaccinators, patients and their parents on the appropriate use of the Sanofi dengue vaccine.

 

Updated Questions and Answers related to information presented in the Sanofi Pasteur press release on 30 November 2017 with regards to the dengue vaccine Dengvaxia

 

Link for the Q&A on dengue vaccine

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The Philippine Pediatric Society, Inc. is hosting the 14th Congress of the Asian Society for Pediatric Research (ASPR) with the theme, “Emergent and Relevant Issues in Child Health”, to be held on October 2 – 4, 2018 at The Manila Hotel, One Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines. Dr. Genesis C. Rivera, Past President of the PPS will be the Congress President.

The Asian Society of Pediatric Research (ASPR) was established in 2005 and aims to promote child health through promoting research in Asia. The First Congress was held on November 24 -26, 2006 in Tokyo, Japan and has since been organizing an Annual Congress to promote exchanges and collaboration among the various pediatric subspecialties from different countries. Since then, ASPR has slowly building research network and database that will facilitate and fulfill its dream of doing cross-country research activities.

The Philippine Pediatric Society, Inc. is privileged to host the 14th Congress for 2018. This is a golden opportunity for pediatricians, researchers, educators, allied health professionals and students to participate and learn about major research undertaking in children and child health. This will be another chance to showcase Filipino hospitality and boast of the wonders and attractions of the Philippines.

For inquiries:
Philippine Pediatric Society, Inc.
3/F Secretariat, PPS Bldg.52 Kalayaan Avenue, Brgy. Malaya,Diliman, Quezon City
Contact: (02) 926-6758 / (02) 926-6759
Email: info@aspr2018.com
Website: http://www.aspr2018.com

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Request for Nominees for the PMA Outstanding Professional of the year Award

MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 2017-10-03-017

Warmest Greetings!

Every year the PMA has been requested by the Professional Regulation Commission to submit nominees for the Outstanding Professional of the Year Award. The award is given in recognition of the achievements and services of professionals who excelled in their respective fields of professional endeavor during their career. This is the highest award that could be conferred upon to a professional by the PRC.

In relation to this, may we request your society to submit nominee/s for the selection of this particular award.

General Criteria:

1. Must be a citizen of the Republic of the Philippines;
2. Must be duly registered with the PRC whose professional identification card is current;
3. Must be of good moral character and a member in good standing of the Accredited
Professional Organization (APO);
4. Must have no pending administrative case with the PRC or with any of the courts for
criminal/civil offense or charges;
5. Must not have been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude.
6. Must not be an officer or director of the national organization of APO for at least
one (1) year prior to the awards;
7. Must not be an incumbent member of the Professional Regulatory Board nor an official
or employee of the PRC; and
8. Must not be a past awardee of the PRC except for another profession to which he/she
is duly registered.

Detailed Criteria:

1. Amply demonstrated professional competence of the highest degree and conducted
herself/himself with integrity in the exercise of his/her profession;
2. Participated meaningfully in professional activities through the professional
organization;
3. Contributed significantly to the advancement of the profession; and
4. Contributed significantly to the effective discharge of the profession’s social
responsibility through meaningful contribution/participation in socio-civic related
activities.

We would appreciate receiving the name/s of your nominees on or before November 24. Each nominee shall submit nine (9) copies of the following documents:

1. Nomination Form accompanied by comprehensive curriculum vitae printed in a white
bond paper 8 ½ x 13 and shall not exceed twenty pages and should be submitted in white
folder with ring binder; 2×2 formal photo with white background (dpi 300 resolution and
must have been taken not more than six (6) month. Nomination form will follow to be sent
to your respective nominees.
2. Current NBI and Ombudsman Clearance
3. Photo copy of the nominee’s PRC Identification Card
4. Proposed Citation for each nominee

Thank you very much.

Sincerely yours,

BENITO P. ATIENZA, M.D.
Secretary General

IRINEO C. BERNARDO III, M.D.
President

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ASEAN Pediatric Federation

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Fellowship Scholarship
Date – 1st, October 2017

ASEAN Pediatric Federation (APF) is calling for application of APF Fellowship Scholarship (2018).
Pediatricians (under 40 years old) from member countries are eligible to apply. The applicant has
to look for training institutions (first and second choice) before application. This fellowship
award will cover the expenses for overseas training. The deadline for application will be
31st December 2017. The selection process should be completed by the end of January 2018.

The applicants have to apply through the country’s society with the following documents:
a) The application form
b) A letter of intent from the host department/institution (first choice) to receive the
candidate for training.
c) Curriculum Vitae
d) Recommendation letter

The applicants should be screened by the respective countries before submission to the
APF Council for selection. The individual societies need to send documents of applicants
(maximum two applicants per country) by email to Prof. Kyaw Linn,secretary-general of APF
(linnkyaw.neuro@gmail.com).

Training should start within 6 months from the date of the award (although this may
be extended by another 3 months if there are extenuating administrative and host
country registration delays).

Application Form (Download)
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Public Warning Against Accessing Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine and other Vaccines from Online Sellers and other Unauthorized Distributors/Retailers

FDA Advisory No. 2017-265

Public Warning Against Accessing Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine and other Vaccines from Online Sellers and other Unauthorized Distributors/Retailers

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received several reports of Japanese Encephalitis vaccines and other vaccines being sold or offered for sale online (e.g. social media and websites) and from other unauthorized distributors or retailers.

Following R.A. No. 3720, as amended by R.A. No. 9711, all establishments that sell or offer for sale vaccines and other drug products must first secure appropriate License to Operate (LTO) or authorization from FDA prior to engaging such activities. The issuance of LTO is proof that the establishment is legitimate and complies with good distribution and storage practices, especially cold-chain management which is required for temperature-sensitive products such as vaccines.

In view of these reports, the FDA warns the public against availing vaccines from online sellers and other unauthorized distributors or retailers. Consumers availing from these unauthorized distributors or retailers are at risk of buying vaccines of poor quality, compromised by non-compliance to the required standards of FDA, or worse, at risk of buying counterfeit products.

To determine whether an establishment is licensed with the FDA, kindly validate with the FDA website. Just type in the name of the establishment in the search box (upper right corner).

The FDA has already initiated the conduct of regulatory actions together with concerned marketing authorization holders (MAHs) on the proliferation of vaccines being sold or offered for sale online and from other unauthorized distributors or retailers.

All Local Government Units (LGUs) and Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) are requested to ensure the sale or offer for sale of vaccines by unauthorized distributors or retailers are stopped in their jurisdiction.

Continuous conduct of these activities may be reported to the FDA via report@fda.gov.ph, or through the online reporting facility, eReport, at www.fda.gov.ph/ereport. You may also call the Center for Drug Regulation and Research (CDRR) at telephone number (02) 809-5596.

For more information, please email us at info@fda.gov.ph or visit us at fda.gov.ph.

Dissemination of the information to all concerned is requested.