Philippine Business Bank announces the launch of new partnership with Medicus Cancer Institute
Philippine Business Bank recently announced the launch of a new partnership with Medicus Cancer Institute, creating an integrated oncology services program to better serve the greater Iloilo City community. This new partnership brings the financial services of PBB to the clinical program of MCI.
This partnership gives MCI's patients enhanced access to groundbreaking clinical trials, broader screening and diagnostic tools, treatment options, expanded psychosocial support and enhanced pain management therapies.
"With the support of PBB, MCI will define the very best in cancer care, incorporating personalized precision medicine to bring more cures to more patients," remarked Dr. Vicente Villareal, president of MCI. "Expected to become operational in the first quarter of 2016, the Medicus Cancer Institute will be Western Visayas' first cancer institute with facilities at par with those in Manila and Cebu," added Dr. Villareal.
Last May 2014, Philippine Business Bank and Medicus Cancer Institute began to explore a business relationship that would build off an existing partnership. At present, we are proud to launch this new partnership that will provide integrated and enhanced care in medical oncology services.
"This alliance allows us to connect with the communities MCI serves," said Rolando R. Avante president and CEO, PBB. "This opportunity to partner with MCI creates a model of integration that will transform cancer care to the highest quality clinical care to cancer patients," Mr. Avante added.
Currently, PBB is on the ground around the country - through its 128 branches.
"The key driver for asset growth will be the opening of new outlets, the branch expansion in high growth areas where robust SME markets are located, specifically on the provinces and secondary cities. The management is also looking for connections and ways to expand in the VisayasMindanao area," concluded Mr. Avante.