Health Updates Webinar #197 “Mga Sanggol na Ipinanganak nang May Bukol sa Likod at Pagkalumpo”: Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment of Spina Bifida

The University of the Philippines,
in partnership with the UP Manila – National Institutes of Health,
and in cooperation with UP Philippine General Hospital and UP College of Medicine,
would like to invite you to attend this webinar!

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Webinar #197
June 21, 2024 (Friday) 12nn
“Mga Sanggol na Ipinanganak nang May Bukol sa Likod at Pagkalumpo”
Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment of Spina Bifida

Presenter:
DR. RONNIE E. BATICULON
Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Division of Neurosurgery, UP-PGH Department of Neurosciences
Professor, Department of Anatomy, College of Medicine, UP Manila
Global Scholar, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, USA

Reactor:
MANUELA CARLA G. MIJARES
Directress, Spina Bifida Support Group Foundation, Inc.

GABRIEL G. BARBA
Person with Spina Bifida
Disability Rights Advocate
College Student and Filmmaker

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Webinar #197
June 21, 2024 (Friday) 12nn
“Mga Sanggol na Ipinanganak nang May Bukol sa Likod at Pagkalumpo”
Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment of Spina Bifida

Spina bifida is a complex group of congenital malformations arising from the incomplete closure of the neural tube during embryonic development. This results in a spectrum of neurological, orthopedic, and urological anomalies, posing significant challenges for patients and healthcare providers alike. In the Philippines, the full impact of spina bifida remains understudied, highlighting the need for improved awareness, diagnosis, and management strategies.

In this week’s episode, we will be discussing the pathophysiology of spina bifida, presenting the various subtypes and their associated clinical manifestations. Emphasis will be placed on early detection through prenatal screening and diagnostic tools, allowing for timely intervention and improved long-term outcomes. Patient advocates will also share their experiences and perspectives, fostering a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals living with spina bifida and their families.

We will discuss current treatment modalities, including prenatal interventions, surgical procedures, and comprehensive rehabilitation programs. By integrating medical, surgical, rehabilitative, and psychosocial aspects of care, participants will gain valuable insights into creating a holistic treatment plan for their patients.

Our main presenter is Dr. Ronnie E. Baticulon, who is a global scholar and a practicing pediatric neurosurgeon from the Philippine General Hospital and serves as Professor from the Department of Anatomy, UP College of Medicine. Our reactors are Ms. Manuela Carla G. Mijares, who is presently the Directress of the Spina Bifida Support Group Foundation Inc., and Mr. Gabriel G. Barba, who is a person with spina bifida, a disability rights advocate, a college student, and a filmmaker.

Together, let us improve the lives of individuals with spina bifida in the Philippines. Together, we can stop preventable deaths.