PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION Flashcards

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What is the purpose of professional organizations?

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Collaboration, networking, and professional development or advancement

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What opportunities do professional organizations provide for members?

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Workshops, training, seminars, and publishing research journals

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What are the roles of officers and members of professional organizations?

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Promote their professional field, educate the public, and represent interests internationally

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Which is the leading national organization for registered medical technologists in the Philippines?

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Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc. (PAMET)

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Who can be members of PASMETH?

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Deans, teachers, and clinical instructors from CHED-accredited educational institutions offering BSMT/MLS

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How do professional organizations enhance professionalism?

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By adhering to a set of rules or a code of ethics

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What forms of education do professional organizations provide?

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CPD activities such as conventions, seminars, workshops, and forums

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Which is the local credentialing agency in the Philippines?

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Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

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What are the two types of credentialing agencies?

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Local credentialing agencies and international credentialing agencies

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Why are local credentialing organizations uncommon in the Philippines?

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Due to the presence of the PRC as a professional government regulatory body

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What do credentialing organizations provide?

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Certification examinations for professionals and license renewal requirements

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What are the three agencies under the FAAP?

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PAASCU, PACUCOA, and ACSCU-AAI

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What is the FAAP, and what is its purpose?

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Federation of Accrediting Agencies in the Philippines; it reviews and certifies accrediting decisions made by agencies.

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What is the role of accrediting organizations?

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Accredit curricular programs and ensure compliance with quality education standards

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How do professional organizations recognize their members?

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By awarding outstanding members and leaders to enhance their professional profile

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How does membership in a professional organization impact a professional’s profile?

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It builds the career portfolio of the professional

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How do professional organizations facilitate networking?

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By conducting activities and gatherings to build long-term linkages and connections

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What is an Accredited Professional Organization (APO) or Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO)?

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A professional society accredited by the PRC and PRB, with membership required for hiring, retention, and license renewal

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Name four international credentialing organizations

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AMT (American Medical Technologists)
ASCP (American Society of Clinical Pathology)
ISCLT (International Society for Clinical Laboratory Technology),
NCA (National Certifying Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel)

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What does FAAP do for applicant schools?

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Grants progressive regulation and benefits through accrediting decisions

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What does NCA stand for?

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National Certifying Agency for Medical Laboratory Personnel

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What does ISCLT stand for?

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International Society for Clinical Laboratory Technology

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What does ASCP stand for?

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American Society of Clinical Pathology

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What does AMT stand for?

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American Medical Technologists

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What does ACSCU-AAI stand for?

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Association of Christian Schools, Colleges, and Universities Accrediting Association, Inc

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What does PACUCOA stand for?

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Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation.

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What does PAASCU stand for?

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Philippine Accrediting Association of Schools, Colleges, and Universities.

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Monetary discounts on registration fees for professional development activities

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Perks

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Adhering to a code of ethics prescribed by the organization

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professionalism

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What is the only professional organization of schools for Medical Technology in the Philippines?

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Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc. (PASMETH)

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Assemblages of professionals within a specific field for collaboration, networking, and professional development.

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professional organizations

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Organizations that contribute to the continuous development of a specific group of professionals

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professional societies

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What is required for membership in a national professional society?

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Membership in its local affiliate

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What are examples of local professional societies in the Philippines?

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PAMET (Philippine Association of Medical Technologists, Inc.)

PASMETH (Philippine Association of Schools of Medical Technology and Public Health, Inc.)

BRAP (BioRisk Association of the Philippines)

PBCC (Philippine Blood Coordinating Council)

PCQACL (Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories)

PSM (Philippine Society of Microbiologists)

PhBBA (Philippine Biosafety and Biosecurity Association).

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What does BRAP stand for?

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BioRisk Association of the Philippines

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What does PBCC stand for?

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Philippine Blood Coordinating Council

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What does PCQACL stand for?

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Philippine Council for Quality Assurance in Clinical Laboratories

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What does PSM stand for?

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Philippine Society of Microbiologists

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What does PhBBA stand for?

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Philippine Biosafety and Biosecurity Association

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What does ASCP stand for?

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American Society for Clinical Pathology

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Publications containing scholarly studies in specific professional fields, significant for education and research

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professional journals

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Why is it important for professionals to publish in professional journals?

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It disseminates their work to practitioners and enhances credibility in their fiel

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What are some examples of professional journals for laboratory professionals?

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• Philippine Journal of Medical Technology
• Asia-Pacific Journal of Medical Laboratory Science
• International Journal of Science and Clinical Laboratory Medicine
• Medical Laboratory Observer
• Clinical Laboratory Science
• Advances for Medical Laboratory Professionals
• American Journal for Clinical Pathology
• LabMedicine

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Is PAMET a profit-oriented organization?

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No, it is a non-stock, non-profit organization

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How many chapters does PAMET have?

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46 chapters nationwide and 4 international chapters

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National professional organization of registered medical technologists in the Philippines

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PAMET

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What does the microscope in the PHISMETS seal signify?

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The field of Medical Laboratory Science

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What do the 15 interconnected molecules in the PHISMETS seal symbolize?

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Unity of the 15 board schools aiming for growth and holistic development

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What do the five bubbles from the test tube in the PHISMETS seal represent?

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The five objectives embodied in the organization’s constitution

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What does the laurel in the PHISMETS seal represent?

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Nature and the continuation of life every year

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What do the three circles in the PHISMETS seal symbolize?

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Continuous active involvement of Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao

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What is the Council of Student Advisors (COSA), and when was it established?

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A body to oversee PHISMETS and its local chapters, established in May 2014

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When was the first Medical Technology Student Congress held, and where?

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February 24, 2009, at Our Lady of Fatima University in Valenzuela City

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Who headed PHISMETS’ reorganization?

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Dir. Magdalena Natividad and Dean Bernard Ebuen.

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When and where was PHISMETS reorganized?

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November 25, 2006, at FEU-NRMF

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When was PHISMETS initially organized, and under whose leadership?

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In 2002, under PASMETH President Dr. Zenaida C. Cajucom

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Name the first six member schools of PASMETH

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UST, FEU, CEU, SJDEFI, PWU, MMC

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Who served as the first vice president of PASMETH?

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Dr. Serafin Juliano (FEU)

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Who was PASMETH’s first president?

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Dr. Gustavo U. Reyes (UST)

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Which organization did PASMETH help found?

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ASEAN Association of Schools of Medical Technology (AASMT

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When was PASMETH formally registered with the SEC, and who assisted in the registration?

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October 6, 1985, through the efforts of Mr. Cirilo S. Cajucom and Atty. Dexter Bihis.

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When was the first organizational meeting of PASMETH held, and where?

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June 22, 1970, at the University of Santo Tomas

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Who were the key individuals tasked to organize PASMETH?

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Dr. Serafin Juliano (FEU) and Dr. Gustavo U. Reyes (UST)

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When and by whom was PASMETH established?

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May 13, 1970, by Dr. Narciso Albarracin, then Secretary of the Department of Education.

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What Presidential Decree formalized the recognition of PAMET by the PRC?

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PD No. 223

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When was PAMET recognized as the only Accredited Professional Organization for RMTs by the PRC?

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June 22, 1973

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When was PAMET registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), and under what registration number?

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October 14, 1969, with Registration No. 39570

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Who was PAMET’s first president?

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Charlemagne T. Tamondong

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When was the first PAMET National Convention held, and where?

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September 20, 1964, at Far Eastern University

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Who is known as the “Father of PAMET”?

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Crisanto G. Almario

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What was the aim of PAMET’s founding?

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To give professional dignity to medical technologists

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When and where was PAMET founded?

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September 15, 1963, at the Manila Public Health Laboratory in Quiricada St., Sta. Cruz, Manila

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What year is written on the PAMET insignia, and what does it represent?

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1964, the year the first PAMET board was elected

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What does the green color in the PAMET insignia signify?

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Health

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What do the microscope and snake in the PAMET insignia represent?

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The science of the Medical Technology profession

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What does the triangle in the PAMET insignia symbolize?

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The trilogy of love, respect, and integrity

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What does the circle in the PAMET insignia represent?

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The continuous involvement where practice and education are integrated

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How many provincial chapters and international chapters did PAMET have in 1973?

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57 provincial chapters and 4 international chapters

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Name the international chapters of PAMET

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Singapore, Eastern Regional Middle East, Western Regional Middle East, USA

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How many representatives attended PAMET’s first meeting?

How many representatives came from allied medical professions and medical technology schools?

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20 representatives

11 from allied medical professions and 9 from medical technology schools

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Name the two representatives from Centro Escolar University at PAMET’s first meeting

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Isabelo Samonte and Rodolfo Villaroman

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Who represented UP Institute of Public Health at PAMET’s first meeting?

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Cecilia Roque

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Name the two representatives from Far Eastern University at PAMET’s first meeting.

Who were the representatives from the University of Sto. Tomas at PAMET’s first meeting?

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Bernardo Tabaosares and Santos Sanchez

Corazon Diaz and Juanita Sarmiento

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Name the two representatives from Philippine Union College at PAMET’s first meeting

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Jesse Umali and Romulo Tabo

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When was PHISMETS initially organized, and by whom?

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In 2002, by Dr. Zenaida C. Cajucom

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What does “Professionalism” as a core value of PAMET highlight?

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Positive traits and values

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What responsibilities are emphasized under the core value of Professionalism?

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Moral responsibility and social responsiveness

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What was the main focus of Charlemagne T. Tamondong’s term as PAMET president?

What key achievement did Charlemagne T. Tamondong accomplish for PAMET’s recognition?

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Emergence of the profession.

Building PAMET for public acceptance and achieving a good social standing.

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What legislation was approved during Charlemagne T. Tamondong’s leadership, and when?

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House Bill No. 7682 (Medical Technology Bill) on May 10, 1955.

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What is Nardito D. Moraleta known as in PAMET history?

What significant law was passed during his term?

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Father of the Profession; RA 5527 (Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969)

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Nardito D. Moraleta

When was PAMET registered with the SEC, and under what number?

When was PAMET registered with IAMLT?

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October 14, 1969, with Registration No. 39570; May 28, 1970

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Nardito D. Moraleta

When was PAMET registered with the SEC, and under what number?

When was PAMET registered with IAMLT?

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October 14, 1969, with Registration No. 39570; May 28, 1970

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What curriculum change did Nardito D. Moraleta standardize?

What council was organized under him in 1969?

Which PAMET chapters were established outside Manila under his leadership?

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The Medical Technology Curriculum in all schools of medical technology in the Philippines; The Council of Medical Technology Education

PAMET Cebu and PAMET Baguio

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Who appointed the first MT Board of Examiners, and under what law?

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Nardito D. Moraleta, through RA 5527

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What publication was initiated by Nardito D. Moraleta?

What ethical document was adopted under Nardito D. Moraleta’s leadership?

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PAMET News; The MT Code of Ethics

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What is Felix E. Asprer’s significant contribution to legislation?

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Approval of PD 498 on June 28, 1974.

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The only president who served for 5 years

Inspection of laboratories for adequacies in staff, equipment, and facilities.

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Felix E. Asprer

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What system improvement did Felix E. Asprer achieve for medical technologists?

Which PAMET chapters were organized under him?

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Improved ranking systems with salary adjustments; La Union, Pangasinan, Zambales, and Zamboanga

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When was PAMET accredited as a bona fide organization by the PRC?

Which PAMET chapters were organized under him?

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May 24, 1975; La Union, Pangasinan, Zambales, and Zamboanga

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What was the focus of Bernardo T. Tabaosares’ term?

What law did he work to amend?

Which PAMET chapter was organized during his term?

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Celebration of the profession; Teves Law regarding MT salaries

PAMET Davao Chapter

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When was the Philippine Medical Technology Week proclaimed, and by whom?

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September 15, 1972, by Bernardo T. Tabaosares.

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Who was the first lady PAMET president?

How long did she as PAMET president?

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Angelina R. Jose; 8 months

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What professional tax was approved under Angelina R. Jose’s leadership?

What professional code was upgraded during her term?

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A BIR-approved tax requiring all RMTs to pay ₱75 annually; From Professional Code 20 to 30

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What educational initiatives did Venerable Cenizacion V. Oca implement?

What community outreach did Venerable Cenizacion V. Oca conduct?

What educational competition did Venerable Cenizacion V. Oca introduce?

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Monthly seminars for Continuing Professional Education of Medical Technologists

Monthly medical missions offering free lab services to the less fortunate

Monthly medical technology quiz shows

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She was awarded with Most Outstanding Medical Technologist of the Year Award, Crisanto G. Almario Memorial Award, Distinguished Service Award, Most Outstanding Chapter Award.

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Carmencita P. Acedera

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What salary upgrade did Carmencita P. Acedera achieve for government MTs?

What was included as hazard pay during her term?

What campaigns and programs were spearheaded by her?

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From salary grade 13 to 22

25% of the basic monthly salary

Wash Hand Campaign, PAMET Safeguard Acceptance Program

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What publications were initiated under Carmencita P. Acedera’s term?

What international conference did PAMET host under her leadership?

When was the PAMET Hymn adopted?

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LABNEWS (newsletter) and the Philippine Journal of Medical Technology

2nd AAMLT Conference

November 22, 1989

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What office did Marilyn R. Atienza procure for PAMET?

What program was institutionalized under her leadership?

What significant memberships did PAMET achieve during her term?

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The PAMET Secretariat Office

Professional Development Program.

Membership in AAMLS

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What ethical document was revised under Norma N. Chang’s leadership, and when?

What publication did Norma N. Chang establish for PAMET?

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The Medical Technologist Code of Ethics, on May 7, 1997

PAMET Link

110
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The Medical Technology Prayer

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Norma N. Chang

111
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What job-related initiative was launched by Agnes B. Medenilla?

What award was PAMET given in 2001 under her leadership?

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PAMET Job Fair

Most Outstanding Association by the Council of Health Agencies in the Philippines

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What training programs were introduced under Shirley F. Cruzada?

What grant program was initiated for thesis/dissertations during her term?

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Training for screening abused substances and analysis in drug testing labs

Dagdag Karunungan, Kinabukasan ng Kalusugan Grant Program

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What international linkages were established under Leila M. Florento’s leadership?

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CHED, PAMET USA, AACLS, IFBLS, APFCB, AAMLS

114
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What celebration did Romeo Joseph J. Ignacio organize?

What salary adjustment was included in MedTech Bill 3502?

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PAMET’s Golden Anniversary Celebration

Upgrading of MT salary from grade 11 to grade 15

115
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What key focus marked Ronaldo E. Puno’s term?

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Empowerment through involvement in DOH, CHED, AACLS, and IFCC

116
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What is Romel Saceda’s professional position outside of PAMET?

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Chief Medical Technologist at St. Luke’s Medical Center