Harvey Balucating, MD, FPCS, FPSGS

• Contributed to hospital quality improvement initiatives through active participation in committees and task forces.
• Assisted in the development of hospital protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Served as a consultant for other physicians seeking expert advice on specific cases or surgical techniques, enhancing overall quality of care within the institution.
• Assisted with the development and implementation of hospital policies and procedures related to surgery, reinforcing a culture of safety and high-quality care.
• Participated in quality assurance initiatives to identify areas of improvement and implement changes in surgical processes, leading to better patient outcomes.
• Conducted various common surgical procedures.

• Managed diverse caseloads by efficiently prioritizing surgeries based on urgency and complexity.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by employing advanced surgical techniques and adhering to evidence-based practices.
• Performed regular rounds to check on patients' following surgery, discuss patient condition and coordinate care.
• Performed complex surgeries with a high success rate, leading to improved patient satisfaction.
• Reduced postoperative complications through meticulous preoperative planning and thorough patient education.
• Evaluated new surgical tools and technologies, driving innovation within the department.
• Established strong relationships with referring physicians, facilitating seamless coordination of care for patients requiring surgical intervention.
• Developed personalized care plans for patients, taking into account individual needs and preferences.
• Provided compassionate pre-and post-operative care, ensuring patients felt informed about their treatment options and confident in their decisions.
• Collaborated with other medical professionals to check patient wishes and care.
• Hospital Affiliations:

Pampanga Medical Specialist Hospital (2011 - present)

Rosario Medical Center,Inc (2011 - present)

Mother Teresa of Calcutta Medical Center (2011 - present)

Escolastica Romero District Hospital (2011 - 2021)

• Developed effective partnerships with local agencies, nonprofit organizations, and other stakeholders to address pressing public health issues.
• Reduced the spread of infectious diseases through diligent surveillance and prompt outbreak response measures.
• Utilized strong communication skills to disseminate important information regarding emerging threats, prevention strategies, and treatment options to both professional audiences and the general public.
• Applied expert knowledge of epidemiology to track disease patterns and identify potential areas for targeted interventions aimed at reducing morbidity and mortality rates.
• Conducted thorough assessments of community needs to determine gaps in services and prioritize resources accordingly for improved public health outcomes.
• Enhanced patient care by providing expert consultation and guidance to healthcare providers on best practices in public health management.
• Improved community health by designing and implementing targeted public health initiatives.
• Designed culturally sensitive interventions tailored specifically towards addressing unique needs within diverse populations served by public health programs.
• Collaborated with government officials to develop policies aimed at reducing the burden of chronic diseases through preventive measures such as smoking cessation campaigns or healthier food options in schools.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders such as healthcare providers, schools, businesses, and community organizations to foster collaboration around shared goals related to improving overall population health.
• Evaluated existing programs for efficacy using quantitative methods, making recommendations for improvements based on findings from these analyses.
• Promoted health equity by identifying disparities in healthcare access and working towards solutions that benefit underserved populations.
• Delivered engaging presentations at conferences, workshops, and community events to raise awareness about key public health topics.
• Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
• Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
• Coordinated and integrated health care resources for community-based programs.

A 5-year-General and Cancer Surgery-training in an accredited institution that honed clinical and paraclinical diagnostic and therapeutic skills, develop bedside manners and improve interpersonal and leadership skills with focus on Service, Training and Research.