Healthcare has always been more than a profession for me — it is a calling that grew from my desire to help people and make a difference in their lives. My journey in nursing is shaped by years of learning, clinical experience, leadership, and continuous professional growth.

Para sa lahat ng OFWs sa UK: ang pagmamahal niyo, lampas sa distansya. This Valentine’s Day, sana maramdaman niyo kung gaano kayo ka-mahal, ka-miss, at ka-appreciated—ng mga taong pinaghihirapan niyo araw-araw. 💖

From hospital corridors to mountain trails, photography has become a powerful way for one nurse to tell stories of courage, hope, and quiet beauty.

My journey began in a field far from cameras and storytelling. I was once a Medical Technologist, working in a hospital laboratory—specifically in the Blood Bank—for quite some time. Alongside my profession, I was also a hobbyist photographer and videographer. Life took a new direction when my wife brought me to the UK, but my passion for capturing moments had already been growing long before that move.

As a Surgical Care Practitioner, we provide support to the surgical team during the perioperative period. In our Trust, we primarily do bedside assisting for robotic-assisted procedures. We are rotated to different specialities that perform robotic procedures, so I make it a habit to check which list I'll be working on the day before.

We welcome 2026  with grateful hearts, stronger bonds, and shared hope for the days ahead. For our Filipino UK Nurse Community , 2025  was more than just another year—it was a season of connection, growth, and meaningful moments that brought us closer together. When we look back, one of the highlights was our Sama Summer Get-Together 2. It wasn’t just an event—it felt like coming home. Under the summer sun, we laughed, played games, shared stories, made new friends, and reco