Vision Statement

The Rheumatology Educational Trust Foundation, Inc. is a non-stock, non-profit organization, which ensures the highest standards of excellence in education, training and research in Rheumatology. It commits itself to providing the best quality of care for the rheumatic disease patient by promoting and strengthening undergraduate medical education in Rheumatology, and by training and supporting rheumatologists to be compassionate, ethical and globally competitive. It promotes and supports continuing medical education and research in the rheumatic diseases, with outputs and advocacies which are recognized and respected by the local and international community. The Foundation complements the programs of, and serves as a liaison between rheumatologists and various other support and regulatory institutions.

Mission Statement

The Rheumatology Educational Trust Foundation, Inc. develops and continually evaluates education and training programs in Rheumatology. Through an effective and efficient networking system, it provides access to continuing specialized care of rheumatic disease patients, and medical education updates to graduates of Rheumatology training programs. It initiates, promotes, evaluates, coordinates and supports various research projects in the rheumatic diseases.

Goals

Through its continuing education and training programs, the Rheumatology Educational Trust Foundation aims to alleviate the plight of rheumatic disease patients by providing access to competent and specialized care in various parts of the country. By promoting and supporting active research in the rheumatic diseases, RETFI aims to provide a national “Filipino” perspective upon which to base patient management (diagnostic and therapeutic) guidelines in the highest standards of care.

How to Donate

Your support and donations will be greatly appreciated.
Please address cheque donations to:

Rheumatology Educatioal Trust Foundation, Inc. (REFTI)
P.O. Box SM478
Manila, Philippines

or make deposit to each bank accounts maintained with the

United Coconut Planters Bank (UCPB) - Head Office
Makati Avenue, Makati City
Philippines, 1200

Under Pesos Savings Account No. : 001-194710-0 or
Dollar Savings Account No. : 01-001-302-778-8