Two reasons I like this hospital:
One of the best dermatologists in Manila, Dr. Eileen Cubillan, holds clinics here, and two, our family has experienced good care in this hospital, many thanks also to Dr. Carlo Canosa, a surgeon and family friend.
My use of the word "like" to describe a hospital is remarkable in itself, because generally I cannot say that I like hospitals. I mean, who does?
But, I had my first-hand experience being confined here last year when I came down with dengue. I got myself a double room. It's cheaper because it's meant for sharing, but it's roomier than a single room, and I requested that they put me in one that's unoccupied, so it still feels like I have the room all to myself.
Unfortunately, I got myself a roommate the day after because there was an inexplicable surge in dengue cases that day. Good thing my roomie found a room the following day, because a day later, my brother would join me.
I needed transfusion, and in this hospital, if you can provide enough qualified donors, you won't be charged for the blood anymore, whereas other hospitals would charge you for the sourcing of the donors plus the processing of the blood (extraction of the platelet).
Also, the food is not bad. In fact, the food is quite edible. They even give you your own personal utensils.
I found out that MCM recently transferred ownership and was undergoing renovations, which explained the nicer facade and new wing.
It's a given that hospitals are unpleasant places, but MCM is definitely one of my choices for good medical care for its patients. read more