PHA welcomes new PhilHealth President & CEO Dr. Edwin Mercado

Letter from the PHA to Dr. Edwin Mercado, Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) President & CEO

Dear Dr. Edwin M. Mercado:

The Philippine Hospital Association (PHA), with  its  nearly 2,000 member hospitals across the country, extends a heartfelt congratulations on your appointment as President and CEO of PhilHealth.

We are confident that your extensive experience in healthcare, particularly in hospital management, and your leadership in expanding the Mercado General Hospital and QualiMed Health Network are  demonstrative of your deep commitment to improving healthcare in the Philippines. Your academic excellence—from your Masteral at Harvard to your ongoing research in global health economics—further strengthens your vision and capability to lead PhilHealth toward even greater milestones.

As always, PHA stands ready to collaborate closely with you and PhilHealth. We recognize the immense responsibility that comes with your new role, and we share in your mission to enhance the quality, accessibility, and sustainability of healthcare for every Filipino.

Know that you are not alone in this journey. Rest assured, that the PHA’s hospitals, both public and private, are your steadfast partners in ensuring that healthcare remains not just a service, but a shared mission of servanthood, compassion, and dedication to the people we serve.

Wishing you strength, wisdom, and success as you take on this crucial leadership role. We look forward to working together for the greater good of our communities and the greater glory of God.

Sincerely,

Jose Santiago, Jr.
President
Philippine Hospital Association

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