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Wellness Starts Before the Illness: San Juan’s New Health Hub Redefines Care

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The newly opened San Juan Medical Center (SJMC) Wellness Hub, built with SM Foundation, delivers care through a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, nutritionists, therapists, fitness coaches, and counselors.

For years, many Filipinos have followed a familiar pattern—ignoring symptoms until they become serious. The newly opened San Juan Medical Center (SJMC) Wellness Hub, built in partnership with SM Foundation and the Local Government of San Juan, aims to break that cycle by shifting the focus from treatment to prevention.

The Teen Thrive Women’s Health section is one of the dedicated space inside the hub that offers programs such as health screenings, nutrition counseling, stress management, fitness classes, mental health support, and patient education.

Launched on October 8, the Wellness Hub introduces a refreshing model of healthcare that integrates physical, mental, and emotional wellness in one nurturing environment. Instead of waiting for patients to fall ill, the hub invites them to take charge of their health through proactive programs—from nutrition and fitness to stress management and mental health counseling.

Leading the turnover ceremony are (seated, from left) San Juan Medical Center Director Dr. Joseph Acosta, San Juan Vice Mayor Angelo Agcaoili, Mayor Francis Zamora, SM Foundation Executive Director for Health and Medical Programs Connie Angeles, and SM City Sta. Mesa Mall Manager Mary Joy Arsenio. They are joined by SJMC and SM Group team members.

Nestled within the hospital, the facility offers a peaceful retreat from the usual rush of clinical spaces. Its dedicated suites and zones—including Teen Thrive Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Lifestyle Medicine, Comprehensive Care Suite, Sight & Sound, and a Meditation Chapel—allow visitors to find care tailored to their needs. Upcoming features such as Bite & Smile (Dental), Clear Imaging (Radiology), and Kinetics and Vitality (Gym) promise an even more holistic experience.

SJMC medical professionals provide care to a patient after a complimentary ECG test at the SM Foundation Mobile Clinic.

What sets the Wellness Hub apart is its multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, therapists, nutritionists, fitness coaches, and counselors who work together to create personalized care pathways. “We want to make wellness part of daily life—not just something you think about after a diagnosis,” shared one of the program leads.

In support of SJMC’s YAKAP program implementation, SM Foundation extended its Health and Medical Programs through the rollout of the DigiHub initiative at the hospital.

The opening also marked SM Foundation’s continued support for community health. To complement the hub, the foundation held a medical mission offering free ECG, X-ray, blood screenings, and medicines. Patients needing further care were referred directly to SJMC for follow-up treatment.

Through thoughtfully designed spaces such as the meditation chapel, the hospital seeks to cultivate wellness in all its dimensions—spiritual, emotional, physical, and social.

In alignment with SJMC’s YAKAP program and the DigiHub initiative, the facility also integrates technology and data-driven support for more efficient healthcare delivery. The Wellness Hub embodies SM Foundation’s mission to advance green, inclusive, and preventive healthcare—contributing to the country’s 2030 national health goals for universal access and stronger noncommunicable disease prevention.

Through this new hub, San Juan takes a bold step toward a culture of wellness-before-illness—a reminder that the best healthcare starts long before the first symptom appears.

Written by Village Connect

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