SP authorizes lease of JRBGH hemodialysis unit

THE 21^st City Council during its regular session presided over by Vice Mayor Bebot Rodriguez has enacted an ordinance authorizing City Mayor Rolando A. Uy to sign a one-year lease contract with Mendero Medical Holding Group Corporation for a 495-square meter space of the Hemodialysis Unit within the J.R. Borja General Hospital (JRBGH).

The move aims to expand dialysis services and improve healthcare access for residents of the city.

JRBGH is a level II accredited public hospital with a 250-bed capacity, serving the city and neighboring areas. Its hemodialysis unit, licensed by the Department of Health, addresses critical needs for kidney failure patients. However, resource constraints have limited its capacity.

In his letter to the City Council, Mayor Uy said that the agreement seeks to establish the partnership and institutional cooperation between the parties to provide accessible dialysis facility that promotes the efficient delivery of essential healthcare services and ensures the continued availability of quality dialysis treatment for patients.

Aligned with the safety, security, and human development component of the city’s rise agenda, the partnership is expected to bring in additional expertise, equipment, and operational support.

During the regular session, Councilor Yevonna Yacine B. Emano sought an update on the current operational status of the hemodialysis center at JRBGH. She raised questions about the center’s management and capacity.

In response, Councilor Paolo Nicolo Gaane clarified that the lease of contract with the previous private lessee had already expired. The former lessee operated 12 hemodialysis units, while the new lessee has expanded the facility to 15 units, including modern equipment and a full complement of manpower.

After thorough discussion, the legislative body approved the said measure with Councilor Imee Rose Moreno’s abstention.  (JBD/SP)