Asian Hospital Strengthened Healthcare Access Through SSMA HEAL Partnership

Asian Hospital and Medical Center officially signed a HEAL (Hospital Engagement and Alliance Linkage) Partnership with Ship to Shore Medical Assist Inc. (SSMA), reinforcing both institutions' shared commitment to delivering accessible, quality, and patient-centered healthcare.

The partnership expanded access to a broad range of healthcare services, supporting patients through every stage of their healthcare journey—from diagnosis and specialized treatment to recovery and continuing care. Through the HEAL Program, both organizations strengthened referral pathways and enhanced collaboration to ensure timely and coordinated medical services for the communities they served.

The partnership signing was attended by Dr. Jose Raul Canlas, President, and Dr. Glennda Canlas, Chairman, representing Ship to Shore Medical Assist Inc. Joining them from Asian Hospital and Medical Center were Dr. Beaver Tamesis, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Ms. Hennesy Lou Miranda, Director of Marketing and Patient Experience.

The collaboration reflected the shared vision of Asian Hospital and SSMA to improve healthcare accessibility and strengthen patient care through strategic partnerships. By working together, both institutions reinforced their commitment to delivering seamless, compassionate, and high-quality medical services while creating better opportunities for patients to receive the care they needed. The partnership further demonstrated Asian Hospital's dedication to providing Alagang Deserve, Alagang Sulit through meaningful healthcare collaborations.