1959: THE HISTORIC INAUGURATION OF PATS UNDER DR. ANGEL I. REYES
The milestone year that started it all. Prior to 1959, thoracic surgery did not exist as an independent entity in the country; it was merely a subset of general surgery.
- The Birth of PATS (April 8, 1959): The Philippine Association of Thoracic Surgeons (PATS) was officially inaugurated. The historic first induction ceremony was held at the Club Filipino.
- The Inducting Legend: World-renowned American cardiothoracic pioneer Denton A. Cooley flew to Manila to serve as the inducting officer and was named the very first Honorary Fellow of PATS.
- The First Executive Roster: Dr. Angel I. Reyes was inducted as the First President of PATS. He was flanked by Dr. Cristino Lazatin (Vice-President), Dr. Adolfo Baviera (Secretary-Treasurer), and Council Members Drs. Oscar Jacinto, Clemente Calma, and Benjamin Belmonte.
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