Transforming Compassion into Action: Over 1,100 Talisaynons Benefit from City-Wide ZOE Hope Global Medical Mission
City Government of Talisay • Official Press Release
TALISAY CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL — Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to accessible, equitable public health, the City Government of Talisay, in partnership with ZOE Hope Global and dedicated local civic leaders, has delivered essential healthcare services directly to local communities across the city.
Launched on Monday, September 28, the week-long ZOE Hope Medical and Dental Mission successfully served over 1,100 residents, prioritizing upland barangays and underserved families who require critical medical support.
- Barangay Concepcion: 174 medical and 31 dental beneficiaries
- Barangay Matab-ang: 198 medical and 32 dental beneficiaries
- Barangay Dos Hermanas: 324 medical and 33 dental beneficiaries (see previous coverage on the Day 3 Dos Hermanas outreach)
- Barangay Zone 3: 320 medical and 35 dental beneficiaries
- Talisay New Public Market: Concluding healthcare drive conducted on October 2, extending services to market vendors, transport workers, and nearby residents.
Through this comprehensive humanitarian initiative, constituents who face financial or geographical barriers to specialized care received free physical examinations, dental procedures, laboratory evaluations, prescription medications, reading glasses, deworming interventions, vitamin supplements, and spiritual counseling.
Commendation of International and Local Healthcare Partners
Mayor Atty. Weng Lizares and the City Government of Talisay expressed sincere gratitude to Kelly Ramsland, RN, CEO and Founder of ZOE Hope Global, for her visionary leadership, along with the 21 international medical volunteers, physicians, and specialists who traveled to the Philippines to serve the people of Talisay.
Special recognition is extended to visiting team members and specialists: Dr. Judy Pendelton, Dr. Vic Velasco, Dr. Greg Bell, Fay Bachman, Pat Dressendorfer, Anne Braudt, Georgia Neely, Jay Trott, Dr. John Hollebeek, Marin Troutt, Dan Coate, Paula Grant, Tammy Jacobs, Jean Bell, Dona Barclay, Melinda Coate, Lori Evans, Lori Hollebeek, Scott Barclay, and Kayla Hanson.
The City Government also recognized the primary healthcare leadership of Officer-in-Charge Dr. Karl Marie Tuvilla-Robite and the dedicated doctors, nurses, and administrative staff of the Talisay Primary Care Facility, whose operational setup ensured efficient patient care at every venue.
Multi-Sectoral Governance for Public Health
The mission's success highlights the strength of multi-sectoral governance and public-private cooperation. The initiative was made possible through local co-organizers and civic partners:
- Junior Chamber International (JCI) Talisay, led by President Kaila Agarrado
- Bacolod Host Lions Club, led by President Johna Javier
- Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) – Talisay NIR, led by President Sebastian Ledesma
- Bacolod JCI Senate, led by Ditas Joson
Through these united efforts, the City Government of Talisay and ZOE Hope Global reaffirm their commitment to ensuring accessible healthcare for all Talisaynons, ensuring that no barangay is left behind.
