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Dialogue on Seacare Medical Scheme in the Philippines Judging from the warm and positive response of manning agencies and SOS foreign members who attended the dialogue on the Seacare Medical Scheme (SMS) for SOS Filipino members, the SMS certainly scores very well. Held at the office of Seacare International Phils. Inc. in Manila on 8 March 2006, the session was aimed at engaging and enlightening the 20 participants – made up of representatives from manning agencies and SOS Filipino members. Kicking off the dialogue was Mr David Shoo, Manager of Seacare Thrift, who shared on the background of SOS and Seacare and the roles they play in the seafaring community and shipping industry. The participants took notes and paid careful attention when the whys, hows and whats of the SMS were spelled out in detail. They learned that the Seacare Medical Scheme for SOS Filipino members was implemented on 1 March 2005 by the SOS as a special medical scheme. The scheme covers free medical consultation, basic medical examination and tooth extraction to qualified SOS Filipino members and their dependents at the affiliated clinics of the Seacare Maritime Medical Centre Pte Ltd (SMMC) in the Philippines. ~ Ms Aimee Sanosa, Manager of Seacare International Phils. Inc., walked through the step-by-step process and procedure of administrating the scheme. She clarified the eligibility criteria and provided the location and contact information of the Galenus Clinic Inc as well as the Micah Medical Clinic & Diagnostic “Great scheme for the SOS Filipino members. The appointment of additional SMMC affiliated clinics would allow more members to enjoy the benefits of the Seacare Medical Scheme.” - Capt Christopher L. Castro, Crewing Manager, Reinier Pacific International Shipping, INC 12 <strong>samudra</strong> febplusmar2006
Laboratory – the two SMMC affiliated clinics. The exciting news that more affiliated clinics around the region, with one in Cebu, was received with much appreciation and affirmation during the dialogue. At the end of the dialogue sessions, some manning agents’ representatives also took the opportunity to ask some questions on the Seafarers Provident Fund (SPF) scheme which were duly welcomed and answered accordingly. A buffet lunch was served after the dialogue session which provided another opportunity to interact, exchange views and receive feedback. “We are very happy with SMS as it covers our dependents. We are looking forward to the Scheme being further enhanced to cover a wider scope of medical benefits.” - 2/Ck Mr Christian A. Catapang who signed on Maersk Princess and 2/Ck Mr Louie A. Falcasantos who signed on Emile Maersk. They were sharing their views on the SMS with Ms Shena Foo, SOS Senior Manager. febplusmar2006 <strong>samudra</strong> 13
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