Free PET/CT scan services at Makati Life for Makatizens by 3Q 2024

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MANILA, Philippines — The city government of Makati on Tuesday announced that the availability of free digital PET/CT scan services at the Makati Life Medical Center to residents who are yellow card holders an d their minor dependents by the third quarter of 2024.

Makati City Mayor Abby Binay said he new PET / CT scan machine is the first of its kind in the country.

“Acquiring a digital PET/CT scanner is part of our efforts to ensure that Makatizens have access to the best healthcare technologies available,” Binay said in a statement.

“In Makati, our goal is to provide residents access to the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies. Advanced medical care should be accessible to everyone,” she added.

The scanner or specifically, the PET/CT uMI 550, utilizes advanced Artificial Intelligence to enhance diagnostic precision by reconstructing images from comprehensive total-body data.

This, said Binay, results in sharper, more accurate visuals.

The 360-bed Makati Life Medical Center was unveiled in May last year, with its outpatient department now running 24/7.

It provides residents and private patients access to healthcare, consultations, diagnostic and pharmacy services.

Once fully operational by the end of the year, it will house several specialized centers including a Cancer Center and a Physical Rehabilitation Medical Center.

Besides regular check-ups and consultations, Makati Life Medical Center also offers annual physical examinations for yellow card holders ages 40 and above.