Transforming Nursing Careers: Shearwater Health Partners with Assumption Specialty Hospital and Medical Center (ASHMC) and Dona Remedios Trinidad-Romualdez Educational Foundation Hospital Tacloban
In a bold move aimed at tackling the persistent nursing shortages in the Philippines while providing career development opportunities for local nursing professionals, Shearwater Health has formalized partnership agreements with Assumption Specialty Hospital and Medical Center (ASHMC) and Dona Remedios Trinidad-Romualdez Educational Foundation Hospital. The signing ceremonies took place on October 9, 2023, in Antipolo City, and on October 13, 2023, in Tacloban City, respectively.
The signing ceremonies were graced by the presence of Mr. Anshum Sinha, Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Country Manager of Shearwater Health.
In Antipolo City, the Shearwater Health team received a warm welcome from ASHMC Chairman of the Board, Dr. Alexander Vincent Basilio, President Dr. Evelyn Trazo, and Medical Director Dr. Rufino Chan. This partnership marks a significant milestone in the region's healthcare landscape, with a focus on enhancing nursing services and career opportunities.
(L-R) ASHMC Medical Director Dr. Rufino E. Chan, Chairman of the Board Dr. Alexander Vincent I. Basilio, Shearwater Health Country Manager and COO Anshum Sinha, ASHMC President Dr. Evelyn D. Trazo, Hospital Administrator Dr. Philip U. Chua
Addressing the audience in Antipolo City, Mr. Sinha emphasized Shearwater Health's mission, stating, "Back in 2019 when we started on this path, we realized that we were the employer of nurses in the Philippines and the employer of Filipino Nurses in the U.S. It was important for us to do something which can make it a sustainable balance and not just one-sided in terms of utilizing talent.
In Tacloban City, the agreement was signed in the presence of Medical Director Dr. Wilfredo Liao and Atty. Cheryl L. Chu, CPA, MMBM, JD. This partnership symbolizes Shearwater Health's dedication to supporting the nursing community in Tacloban City.
(L-R) Dona Remedios Trinidad Hospital Atty. Cheryl L. Chu, Shearwater Health Country Manager and COO Anshum Sinha, and Dona Remedios Trinidad Hospital Medical Director Dr. Wilfredo Liao with the nursing students of the hospital.
Mr. Sinha further reiterated Shearwater Health's commitment to nurturing Filipino nursing talent, saying, "We understand that it requires the nursing talent in the Philippines to find opportunities abroad, and we've gained expertise in that business."
Dr. Wilfredo Liao, Medical Director in Tacloban, expressed his hopes for the partnership: "I hope that Shearwater will be able to help Tacloban Nurses to reach their dreams to go to the U.S. and help their families." This partnership brings new horizons for local nurses, providing them with opportunities to fulfill their aspirations while making a meaningful impact on the healthcare landscape.
The primary goal of these partnership agreements is to elevate the careers of nursing professionals and address the ongoing nursing shortages in the respective regions. This initiative is a testament to Shearwater Health's commitment to fostering a sustainable nursing ecosystem in the Philippines.
Shearwater Health's strategic partnerships with Assumption Specialty Hospital and Medical Center and Dona Remedios Trinidad-Romualdez Educational Foundation Hospital represent a pivotal step towards addressing the nursing shortage crisis in the Philippines. These agreements are designed to empower nurses, advance their careers, and provide a balanced approach to talent utilization. Shearwater Health's commitment to supporting local nursing communities in Antipolo and Tacloban reflects the organization's unwavering dedication to healthcare excellence and the betterment of healthcare systems worldwide.
About Assumption Specialty Hospital and Medical Center
Assumption Specialty Hospital and Medical Center, Inc. (ASHMCI) is a 100-bed capacity, specialty hospital established and registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 7, 2012. ASHMCI is committed to provide the highest quality, comprehensive, advanced, safe, effective, timely, affordable healthcare services by complying with the hospital standard, meeting the needs and satisfaction of the healthcare providers and clients, providing training programs, ensuring consistency in the implementation of the quality assurance system.
For more information, you may contact ashmc.antipolo@gmail.com
About Dona Remedios Trinidad-Romualdez Educational Foundation Hospital
The Dona Remedios Trinidad-Romualdez Educational Foundation Hospital stands as a premier institution dedicated to excellence in medical education. Rooted in a humble beginning, the hospital is committed to upholding superior standards in medical, professional, and post-graduate courses. Guided by ethical principles, the institution strives to meet the healthcare needs of citizens without discrimination, emphasizing a strong foundation in training highly qualified medical professionals. With a firm belief that citizen health is integral to national integrity, the hospital's mission revolves around providing top-notch education and hands-on training to create a cadre of skilled and compassionate healthcare professionals.
For more information, visit https://www.rmcedu.com.
About Shearwater Health
Shearwater Health is an expert at providing global healthcare solutions for their partners that improve their service deliveries while lowering costs of operations. The company utilizes their unique Global Healthcare Solutions Model to provide onsite clinical solutions in the U.S. while also delivering remote clinical and administrative services at scale, known as clinical process outsourcing (CPO). With a concentrated focus on the healthcare market, Shearwater combines their clinical expertise and business acumen to assist their clients in delivering better outcomes and care.
For more information, visit https://shearwaterhealth.com.