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Career Confessions
The Sad Truth About Going to the USA as a MedTech (But Something You Need to Hear)
A raw look at the hidden cost many Filipino MedTechs face when trying to work in the U.S.—paying up to $10,000 to agencies who are already being paid by the hospitals. This blog exposes the unfair system and encourages smarter, empowered pathways for Filipino healthcare workers chasing the American dream.
Opinions
Will AI Replace Med Techs? Real Talk
Will AI replace medical technologists? Honest thoughts on AI in the lab, what it can do, and why MLS still matter.
Productivity Pursuits
Quiet Ambition: Building a Meaningful Life Without the Noise of Comparison
You don’t have to be loud to make an impact. Quiet ambition is about building a life that feels right, not one that looks impressive to others.
Reflections & Insights
Weekends: The Beauty of Doing Nothing | PinoyMT Reflections
After a week of showing up for everyone else, you owe yourself one thing — rest. This weekend, do nothing, and remember that peace is also productivity
Reflections & Insights
Why Am I Here?
Today was one of those days.. Not a total disaster. Not amazing. Just heavy. The kind of day where you’re doing what…
Career Confessions
$100,000 H-1B Fee: A New Barrier for Filipino Med Techs
When I first read about this new policy, I had to pause. Starting September 21, 2025, the Trump administration now requires a…
Family
A New Chapter: Luke Moves Out for College at the University of Arizona
This past weekend was a big one for our family. Luke officially moved into his new apartment at The Seasons in Tucson,…
Family
A Father’s Homecoming: From Tucson to Cebu for My Daughter’s Graduation
It’s been months since I booked that flight. May 18, 2025—that date was marked on my calendar for a long time. I…
Everyday Adventures
A Wedding and a Reunion I Never Expected
Sometimes, the best memories are the ones we didn’t plan. I arrived in the Philippines last May 18 for a short vacation.…
Everyday Adventures
A Reunion at Sea: SWU Class of 94’s Carnival Radiance Adventure
After the exhilarating success of our Las Vegas reunion last year, the SWU Class of 1994 decided to take our next adventure…
Inside the Laboratory
Mentorship Matters: Guiding the Next Generation of MedTechs
As someone who has devoted nearly three decades of my life to the field of medical technology, I’ve witnessed a tremendous evolution…
Reflections & Insights
How to Thrive in Your First Year as a Pinoy Medical Technologist in the USA: A Practical Survival Guide
Starting a new life as a Filipino medical technologist in the US is both exciting and nerve-wracking. After all the hard work…
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