The Freudian Slip Of A Bacolodnon

      Start booking your vacations for 2014. The Office of the President has just released Proclamation No. 655 series of 2013 or known as the  DECLARING THE REGULAR HOLIDAYS, SPECIAL (NON-WORKING) DAYS, AND SPECIAL HOLIDAY (FOR ALL SCHOOLS) FOR THE YEAR 2014. Below is the list of Holidays for 2014.  A. Regular Holidays New Year’s Day                                           - 1 January (Wednesday) Araw ng Kagitingan                                                - 9 April (Wednesday) Maundy Thursday   ...

    There is a myth that is circulating among most people. Many believe that medical doctors are superhuman beings who can do great things, say for example, save other people's lives. People would watch as medical doctors bring almost seemingly "dead" patients back to life. People would read about how doctors would diagnose an almost mysterious illness and restore the health of their patients who almost lost hope. In his immaculate white lab gown, the doctor is worshiped as a superhero straight out of the comic books. With his superpowers, the doctor is almost unbeatable.      Like any other superhero, people believe that their doctors are made of steel and that they never get tired or hungry. His body can withstand the rigors and demands of his profession. He gets this resilience from years and years of training: from a pitiful yet irrepressible medical intern to an exhausted but obstinate resident and eventually to a perspicacious and celebrated consultan...

   During my last night in Singapore, our hosts treated us to a sumptuous dinner at the Tower Club. The Tower Club is located right at the heart of "downtown" Singapore, at the 62nd to the 64th floor of the Republic Plaza Tower One. It is definitely ideal for a business meeting or a lazy chat with friends and colleagues while enjoying the view of Singapore.    Upon arriving, you will be greeted by a lavish lobby where a friendly receptionist will lead you to your reservation. Our group was hosted inside one of the private dining rooms so we could enjoy some exclusivity.    Offhand, the place looked ideal for wedding receptions and other small business conferences. The interior design could make a huge impression to guests without appearing intimidating.    It was fun dinner for us participants of the NIHA Healthcare Leadership Program at the National University of Singapore. It was a night of gourmet food and even some spontaneous si...