05/06/2026
Mercy and Compassion. ๐ก
These were the words Dr. Ostrea recalled as the guiding principles of their foundation when his team developed OstreaVent2โขโa Filipino-developed ventilator created during the pandemic to help address the shortage of ventilators in the country.
๐ฅ Sa loob lamang ng anim na buwan, sinagot ng grupo ni Dr. Ostrea ang panawagan sa kakulangan ng ventilator noong pandemya ng COVID-19. Guided by the belief to "light a candle inistead of cursing the darkness", his healthcare innovation help brought accessible and critical care to children and adults.
Sa edad na 84, pinatutunayan ni Dr. Ostrea na hindi hadlang ang edad sa patuloy na paglikha at paglingkod. His journey is a reminder that Filipinnovation can come in all shapes, sizes, and age. ๐
Watch the full interview below and learn more about the purpose behind their innovation. ๐