State-owned Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) has strengthened support for cancer care with the donation of a radiation oncology device to the National Kidney and Transplant Institute (NKTI), a move aimed at improving access to treatment for underserved patients.
DBP President and Chief Executive Officer Michael O. de Jesus said the donation of a Linear Accelerator (LINAC) machine will allow NKTI to resume radiation therapy services that were suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“The donation to NKTI strengthens the Bank’s commitment to supporting the government’s healthcare program that benefits the marginalized and underserved communities. It is an initiative that will truly serve the Filipino people,” de Jesus said.
DBP is the country’s ninth-largest bank in terms of assets and provides credit support to priority sectors including infrastructure and logistics, micro, small and medium enterprises, the environment, and social services and community development.
Established in 1981, NKTI is a tertiary medical center focused on comprehensive patient care and the prevention and treatment of renal and other allied diseases.
De Jesus said the LINAC donation is expected to significantly boost NKTI’s public healthcare services, particularly for patients from marginalized and underserved sectors.
He added that DBP will continue exploring ways to support the healthcare sector through collaboration with the national government and the Department of Health, including state-run hospitals and medical institutions.
“DBP remains committed to standing alongside NKTI and our healthcare partners in supporting activities, programs, and projects that aim to improve the lives of our fellowmen, especially the underprivileged,” de Jesus said.
