About Us

Philippine Association of Central Services and Sterilization Management (PACSSM) is a leading organization in Philippines, Know more about us.

PACSSM traces its roots first to 1988 with its forerunner, the Central Services and Sterilization Association of the Philippines or CSSAP. But the organization did not last long as most of its members left for overseas.It was only after a decade – 1999 to be exact – that CSSAP was revived and reorganised into what it is today: PACSSM, or the Philippine Association of Central Services and Sterilisation Management. The Association was formally re-organized last June 3, 1999 with 10 Metro Manila hospitals participating in a meeting which was headed by Ms. Melanie Ann Alcantara. First election was held last August 18, 1999 and the list of officers that was elected were:

The 1st Board of Directors

PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL SERVICES AND STERILIZATION MANAGEMENT (PACSSM)
MELANIE ANN ALCANTARA,ENB,MAN
(St Luke’s Medical Center)
-President-
FRANCIS ACLIPEN
(Makati Medical Center)
-Vice -President-
ROSARIO SANCHEZ
(Philippine Heart Center)
-Secretary-
SHALLY ADUCA
(PLSMC)
-Asst. Secretary-
JOSEPHINE E.VILLALON
(National Kidney and Transplant Institute)
-Treasurer-
JOCELYN COSTALES
(SJDEF)
-Asst. Treasurer-
ROSARIO Z. SORITA
(UST)
-Auditor-
NANCY D. MARTINEZ
(FEU-NRMF)
-PRO-
ENGRACIA J. VALLEDOR
(CHG)
-PRO-
MARINA C. RAMIREZ
(TMC)
-PRO-
Its vision is to be the lead organisation in advocating the highest quality CSSD standards and practices among healthcare facilities in the Philippines. Its mission is to actively promote the standardisation of CSSD techniques and practices through continuing education, training, research and publication, in collaboration with other healthcare partners and stakeholders.
For over 2 decades, PACSSM has stood in the forefront of efforts to uplift and sustain the sterilisation management function in the country. Now, PACSSM remains steadfast in realising its vision and mission, even in the face of various challenges and opportunities that abound both locally and internationally.

THE PACSSM LOGO!

Descriptive Meaning Of Our Symbol 

Designed by:
Rodel Gargaritano
Philippine Heart Center

PACSSM Hymn

Our Hymn

Lyric and Music
By: Mylo Yonting

MISSION

To actively promote the standardization of CSSD techniques and
practices through continuing education, training, research and
publication, in collaboration with other healthcare partners and
stakeholders.

Our Vision

To be the lead organization in advocating the highest quality CSSD
standards and practices among healthcare facilities in the Philippines.

MISSION STATEMENTS

The Mission of PACSSM is to build a network of Central Service Specialist for the promotion promotion of better quality services to customers through:
  1. The promotion and protection of health and welfare of costumers and healthcare workers through adherence to standards of professional practice.The formulation, development and implementation of techniques and standards of practice.
  2.  The Formulation ,development and implementation of techniques and standards of practice.
  3. The promotion of exchange of ideas among hospital Central Service Department 
  4. The conduction of continuing education programs to enhance professional and personal growth of all CSS personnel.
  5. The promotion and dissemination of knowledge and information concerning techniques and operation in hospital Central Services.
  6. The assistance and conduction of research programs in hospital
  7.  The formation of a collective representation to suppliers/manufacturers and other institutions to ensure the safe and best quality medical – surgical supplies and equipment.
  8. The participation in various multidisciplinary programs related to hospital Central Service functions.
  9. Publishing newsletters, booklets, articles, and other educational materials related to Central Service.

The Past Presidents Of PACSSM

The list of past presidents since 1999

MELANIE ANN ALCANTAR, ENB, MAN

                 Founding President 1999 – 2001

                 St. Luke’s Medical Center, BGC

              CSSD Department Manager – Retired

Lolit A

LOLIT A CULABA

PAST PRESIDENT
2001 – 2003 & 2005 – 2007
St.Luke’s Medical Center
(Quezon City & Global City) AVP  Supply Chain Ground

Francis Aclipen

FRANCIS ACLIPEN

PAST PRESIDENT
2003 – 2005
Philippine Heart Center, CSSD Technician

MARY GRACE A KAYANAN, RN

PAST PRESIDENT
2015 – 2019
Philippine Heart Center 
Head, Central Supply Services

PAUL RYAN B. SALAZAR

PAST PRESIDENT
2011 – 2015
Lanang Premiere Doctors Hospital Inc.
VP For Corporate Operations
 

EVELYN P. GAFFUD, RN

PAST PRESIDENT
2007 – 2009

UP PGH

Chief Nurse

Cardio Thoracic Operating Room

TERESITA D. TICMAN, MAN, RN

Past President
2009 To 2011
East Avenue  Medical Center
Infection Control Nurse Manager
 

NATIONAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PHILIPPINE ASSOCIATION OF CENTRAL SERVICES
AND STERILIZATION MANAGEMENT (PACSSM)

For over 2 decades, PACSSM has stood in the forefront of efforts to uplift and sustain the sterilisation management function in the country. Now, PACSSM remains steadfast in realising its vision and mission, even in the face of various challenges and opportunities that abound both locally and internationally.

Arnefelina S. Tamayo, MSN, MAN, RN

PACSSM  PRESIDENT

ST LUKE’S MEDICAL CENTER, QC

Ma. Teresa T. Bascara, RN

PACSSM VICE PRESIDENT

 UP-PGH

MA. TERESA BLANCO - ABUY

Maria Teresa Blanco- Abuy, RN

PACSSM SECRETARY

St. Luke's Medical Center, QC

EMIL G. GERONIMO

Emil G. Geronimo, RN

PACSSM ASST. SECRETARY

UP- PGH

ELSA V. PASCO

PACSSM TREASUSER

Makati Medical Center

ERIC C. TOLENTINO

ERIC TOLENTINO

PACSSM ASST TREASURER

Adventist Medical Center Manila

ALLAN RAYMOND ALAMAG

ALLAN RAYMOND B.ALAMAG

PACSSM AUDITOR

Makati Life Medical Center

ROSAURO P. BENETO MAN,RN

PACSSM PRO

Manila Dortors Hospital

MARLON MANLICLIC

MARLON MANLICLIC

PACSSM BOARD MEMBER

National Kidney & Transplant Institute

ROWENA B. GALANG

Rowena B. Galang

PACSSM BOARD MEMBER

Philippine Heart Center

MARILYN JUAN, MAN,RN

MARILYN JUAN, MAN, RN

NOMELEC

Mary Mediatrix Medical Center

MA. MARINA RACHELA R. LEONCIO

MA. MARINA RACHELA R. LEONCIO

NOMELEC

National Kidney & Transplant Institute

MARILYN JUAN, MAN,RN

MARILYN JUAN

NOMELEC(MAN, RN)

Mary Mediatrix Medical Center