Life of a Volunteer Doctor in Filipino City Destroyed by Typhoon (Tacloban - 10 years later)

[@doctorchrisg]

Salamat, thank you everyone for the kind feedback!🙏 I'm very happy these videos have brought so much positivity onto the channel. If you missed part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4LGipaGqpVnY6ssi=9qQnXFq0YVcBz4u6 or 3 Lessons on happiness from a volunteer doctor: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHnHYpynfNCemMUsi=sxOhMIN0mUvKnzWP If you want more info on how to volunteer send me a message on insta: @doctorchrisg (link in description). 🙏Salamat 🙂

[@amaliahightower]

Big thank you Dr. Chris and to your fiancée. May God bless you both on your dedication to volunteering and helping the Filipinos 💙

[@reynoschicote]

I know there is a shortage of medical services in the provinces. Your presence is truly a great help for the less fortunate filipinos. Thank you very much Doctor Chris. I'm from cebu city.

[@cesarjuanillo7857]

THANK YOU SO MUCH DR CHRIS .. FOR HELPING PILIPINO PEOPLE ..GOD BLESS YOU ..🙏

[@BoholanaChimixVlog]

Grateful for everything you've done to my kababayans here in the Philippines. Bless you more ,your family and to your gf. Stay safe always Doc ,kudos🙏🙏

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you and thank you for sharing my videos with your subscribers!

[@jayturz2282]

I’m Filipino and thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. That’s kind of you

[@rudybacani480]

New subscriber here from down under. Thank you so much for your generosity to all the people who are helping and supporting the victims of the typhoon.

[@virginiacorpuz2602]

Again, a big thank you to you and your team Dr. Chris for all the love and care that you have shown my countrymen in the Philippines. I will pray for everyone that you will be safe always.

[@willow881000]

New sub fr California. Thank you for your help, Doctor. God bless you and keep you safe. Take care, always!

[@yanadventures]

Dr. Chris, thank you so much for your service. I am a nurse oriented in Operating Theatre ......i wish to work as a volunteer community nurse soon for teams or doctors like you in the community. It is really quite an experience there and needs an overwhelming change and "professional-ing" the chainlinks of healthcare. But it is so heartwarming for foreign medical volunteers to be in the Philippines. Bless you sir and your girlfriend

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you, that's so good to hear! If you're interested check out the volunteer programme link in the description. Or message me on my socials @doctorchrisg and I can pass on the programme coordinators contact details. They would love to have you I'm sure!

[@thetruthseekers316]

Thank you as a Filipino American I did something like this for 4 yrs in Cambodia, Vietnam, Indonesia etc…. In the early 2000’s. I miss those days when people do good and Don’t post it on social media. I’ve been on these meetings with international volunteers with different groups and sometimes yes we are thankful people want to help but sometimes the way they talk about the people and the place people volunteer in were very condescending. I hope your purpose is bring awareness, encourage others to do it too and not just to post it and get clout

[@merciseignuer1030]

Wowwww!!! Thank you doc❤❤❤❤❤..Am new subscribers here.from now I will always watch your video & share to all my kababayan in europe...God bless you doc❤❤❤❤

[@genesisqui6719]

thank you so much doc for helping the needy in our country. God Bless you.

[@jocelynholroyd3268]

You've done a great job..thank you so much for helping the People in the Philippines..

[@jeffyON3]

Wonderful content. More!!! We are not complaining because we know that we just wasting time. We want to be back to normal so rebuilding is a must. Happiness lighten our soul. Filipino souls feed joy and happiness that why Filipinos are youtube fanatics because we want to watch good things, happy moments and joyful content. Continue doing positive contents and always choose happiness and kindness.

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you for positivity! More to come!

[@rumilmonera320]

We love you and thank you for inspiring us and helping us 🇵🇭🩵🩵🩵🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

[@davidstufflebean3285]

Just subscribed. Thank you Dr. Chris and your fiancee for helping the people in the Philippines. My wife is Filipino and lives in the USA. I have been back and forth to the Philippines and love the people there!

[@lizawander5469]

God bless you thousand fold.. Thank you for your help.

[@ditasduque1514]

Your doing a good job we are grateful fo all your help volunteering in the remote places in Tacbloban City in Leyte. Well worth experienced in your Doctor careers. Stay safe and bless you both.

[@victorligan9838]

God bless you...u have such a good heart...a good Samaritan..

[@SunShine_sublime]

Thank you, Doc.

[@jessicahayes9788]

May God continue to bless you, keep you safe & healthy.

[@jesusaavila334]

Welcome! Mabuhay & keep safe both of you (fiancee) and Salamat han iyo bulig to our kababayan!

[@wewellagiadan7493]

In from of bottom of my heart.. very much thank you for such a being part of a devastated that time here in Philippines.thank you so much...❤❤❤❤❤

[@litalaycock8139]

Inspiring story. Thank you so much for helping the needy.

[@dlauron2650]

You’re a GOD sent being. Thank you for helping your fellow being.❤❤❤

[@cordelyeran7206]

God bless you both thank you so much Dr Chris for having a big heart to help our fellow Filipinos praying for God's protection be upon u both 🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖

[@immortalityrealm197]

Thanks for the heroic acts Dr.❤

[@lewyn690]

Doctor. God bless you

[@fujijitanikos]

We BELIEVE and Have faith in God.. thats why we have peace in our hearts. No complain coz we know we are in GODS HANDS.

[@manymustfall]

You're doing God's work, brother. Stay safe and God bless you and your fiancée.

[@rhomeldimapilis8373]

Thank You doc.

[@user-ak1290j]

RESPECT 💕

[@richdub7769]

Hi Dr. Chris, Thanks for your services. One of the things you have to consider about bringing a family member is that unlike 1st world countries, hospitals need family members to guarantee payment. It’s pay first before service there. That includes meds and supplies. There is also some long standing colonial mentality for white or mestizo skin color.

[@a.v.2491]

That’s preposterous. Didn’t know healthcare was like that in the Philippines or atleast in the rural. They really should change that policy. Imagine waiting for a family member to just receive medical assistance with the risk of dying any hour.

[@richdub7769]

@@a.v.2491 I can’t speak for the particular location you are at but I am only speaking from family experience. Also some govt hospitals may not have the same resources and equipment that the west is accustomed to. They do the best with what they have. Some expats may have health insurance that may change the treatment availability but may be different for the low income workers.

[@MilesScherer128]

Blessed your heart doc Chris! 🙏

[@joydarlepinayofw273]

New subscriber here thank you so much for helping my fellow Pilipinos..God Bless 🙏

[@RodmarVargas]

Thank you Doc❤

[@maepsato]

I'm a resident of Tacloban. Thank you for your service sir! 😊

[@ConnieAmante-k2i]

God Bless You And Your Girlfriend.Take Care .

[@mmm_9025]

Thank you for what you guys have done in my hometown

[@IunGrayston]

Yeah, giving is more rewarding

[@hdrider201100]

I'm an American living in Naval, Biliran near Leyte for over 2 years. Thank you very much for the help you're giving these great people. I plan to stay here til the end. 😊

[@aitormolinerobozas-urrutia2465]

East Biliran could be dangerous. A woman warned me near Naval few years ago

[@hdrider201100]

@aitormolinerobozas-urrutia2465 East Biliran? Where is that? For you have any idea how small this island is? Did she mention Caibiran? That town is a bit sketchy but the vibe is very small town in this province.

[@listeningmiddle3736]

Salamat sa iyong serbisyo, doc. God bless, mabuhay!

[@edbostcasim7068]

Thank you doc. Take care

[@maharlika4242]

Thank you for your service and may god bless 🙏🙏 you more and good health 💗💗

[@Roberto-cc7rt]

Thank you for your heart to the people doc! God bless you more.

[@JR-bx2nf]

Thank you for helping and sharing to us your medical expertise, we appreciate it so much. ❤❤❤

[@r_donor669]

We have that inhaler but not in a remote area here in manila, outside manila there is.

[@cristinaseno6457]

Thank you so much Dr Chris for the giood testinony you expercience here in our country, specially in the province of Tacloban City..I salute your kindness and willingness to serve as voluntary Doctor here in our beloved country Phillipines.Gidbkess Doctor Chris your service is blessing to all filipinos. We love you mabuhay;!!!❤️❤️❤️🙏🏻🇵🇭👍

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you!! and thank you for the kind comment :)

[@supercowgaming]

Thank you Dr. Chris! I survived Haiyan myself and am still living in Tacloban. You're a godsend! Thanks for helping the less fortunate!

[@doctorchrisg]

Wow i'm glad you made it, it sounded so tough from the people i spoke to here. Thank you!

[@supercowgaming]

Thanks for replying! Yes it was. I'm still dealing with some of the trauma and anxiety that gets triggered when there's heavy rainfall. Anyway I won't be wasting anymore of your time. Thank you again Doctor Chris. You're doing God's work!

[@wewellagiadan7493]

And by the way I forgot..I was also thanks ..to all volunteers nurs came from in a different part of the world that's all of you guys..we love you more .. specially nurse and more..thank u❤❤❤❤

[@robertknight9242]

Informative as always bro! Love this!

[@doctorchrisg]

I appreciate you brother. Here from the beginning!

[@chonaborinaga8471]

Thank You Dr. Chris ❤️

[@jeweladante1693]

Thank you so much Doc! Hope your visit us again... I'm from Palo Leyte near coastal area and we're Yolanda survivor

[@kri909]

Hi, Doc! There are salbutamol puffers in the city but it is a sad thought that those are not available in rural areas. Thanks for sharing, Doctor!

[@doctorchrisg]

good to know thank you!

[@kwnjel]

Thank You.

[@chevyrupleix]

I appreciate your philanthropic volunteering in our region. I'm from the municipality of Palo in Leyte and I'm fond of interacting with people who do good deeds from their hearts. Are you still in the PH?

[@doctorchrisg]

Still here but will be leaving tomorrow! I will miss Philippines a lot!

[@travelw.b12oo3]

How old are u, doctor? You look still young after 10 yrs. Thank you for being a volunteer

[@andrewparcon1013]

thanks for helping out on that fateful days

[@MaynardMaynMan]

Thank you so much!

[@malinasantiago7063]

Fantastic work thank you very much

[@ermitanya91]

made me cry, thank you

[@lorivicroma7369]

Salamat po,God Bless you.

[@everythingmale]

hope you stay in the Philippines longer. It is a unique place to be in.

[@inamoy9937]

I hope the doctor starts speaking his mind with the locals, like telling the ambulance driver to speed down.

[@manojohn1]

Just smile. Thank you Chris!

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you and the rest of the team! It's been amazing.

[@jovenserdenola1679]

Prayers and God bless you Dr. Chris may your tribe increase. God bless Philippines 🙏🙏🙏♥️💯🇵🇭

[@tgntcrnr1736]

Thank you for addressing the ear protection. Filipinos tend to be very loud during fiestas or celebrations. Protecting your ears, is one of the things we don’t really care about during these. As a kid, I was exposed to loud sounds of discos that their vibrations ran through the house. You could feel the vibrations while trying to sleep. My Lola’s house is just beside the basketball court/stage so we get the blast of it. Now as an adult, I have hearing problems. Thank you Doctor Chris for your good deeds. May God bless you and your fiancée!

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you for mentioning this! It's definitely overlooked here unfortunately. I'm sorry about your hearing problems!

[@cutebalddiver]

Maraming marami Salamat=Thank you soooo much Doctor.

[@MMZS528]

Great video. This is a positive change from the typical content i have been seeing featuring poverty in the Philippines. I say this because I've noticed western content creators going to Manila slums just to make content, get views and really do nothing else. The tone of those videos is a happy tour of the slums to show it to curious people online. It's quite disturbing that these kinds of content creators are using people who know no better to make money

[@doctorchrisg]

Sad to hear that! I’m glad you’ve found it more positive :)

[@glazearies248]

Thank You so much Dr.Godbless

[@ShirllyUrmenetaA.]

Thanks for 💖👍 in Leyte😊

[@oz5314]

Hi Dr Chris. it is good to see you doing well. Brisbane ll be Summer soon, everyone the ED staff is doing well. Who am I? ( from Japan).

[@doctorchrisg]

Hello! I think I may know but you might have to give me a clue!

[@ByronWatts]

Companion is a pretty important helper who does a lot of what nurses normally do in USA

[@jehjehjeh8097]

Thank you

[@euferjohn]

Steri-strips are expensive. You usually see them in big private hospitals.

[@Jb2n0576]

Are you still here in Tacloban? Which part of Tacloban it that beautiful scenery in your background? I think its outside Tacloban City

[@doctorchrisg]

Mostly around Babatngon!

[@mariteardiente4055]

Support dr chris my countrymen

[@lzlsanatomy]

In most cases, the budget for the LGUs gets corrupted, unfortunately. Check out the local politician's residence and see how stark the contrast is between their families and their constituents. Even if you want to run to change the system from the inside, it can get dangerous due to their private armies and squads. I cry for my country sometimes. When corruption is in the culture, it's a cancer that's hard to treat.

[@doctorchrisg]

That's really sad to hear! I hope it changes

[@rafAfernz]

Would like to retire in the Philippines. The only thing that holds me back is, am I going to get a good health care. I was born in the Philippines, my family and I moved to the U.S. when I was 16 in the early 70’s. I am 67 now. My parents knew Filipino doctors that moved here in the U.S. that had to take an examination before they can actually practice and some couldn’t past. What you posted on your vlog is what concerns me as I have several health issues. Anyway, thank you. Good day to you. Really enjoy your vlog.

[@doctorchrisg]

I hope I haven't put you off. You have to remember that all my volunteering has taken place in very remote communities. I can't speak for healthcare in major cities but I'm sure it would be better resourced than where I have been working. Also, any doctors moving to the US (not just Filipino) have to take further exams. Including me with a UK medical degree. It's supposed to be one of the hardest medical exams there is and I'm sure doctors all over the world would fail it. Doesn't necessarily reflect if they are good doctors or not.

[@mmchannel8056]

You can tell the driver to slow down. I always do that to grab drivers.

[@nanbolz2238]

I love the very cheap oral salbutamol (pill form). I bought them from the Philippines and take some along with me in case I get an asthmatic attack and it's actually very effective. More effective than the regular breathing treatment using inhaler or nebulizer, unless I use duoneb. Otherwise, very effective and insanely cheap.

[@doctorchrisg]

That's so interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@jaesi8081]

Hospital wanted to make sure someone will pay the bills. Others hospital wouldn't even take patient without putting money first.

[@InfiniteGoodness]

Hi Doc, thank you for your very inspiring videos. I would like to apply as a volunteer in your work Doc. I will be coming back home in Northern Samar soon. I am also in a medical profession. Hope to be a part of your volunteer group. Thank you Doc. Sharing and giving kindness, love and hope to people makes our life worth living, where we feel joy, happiness, love and fulfillment with family and friends coming together which are the fruit of all good deeds in which no material things can replace no matter what. God bless to us all always and as always, thank you Doc ✨💖💖💖🙏💐🎉☘️🍀🌿🌴🏞️🏖️🌅

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you for the kind words! Great to hear you're interested. Check out the volunteer programme link in the description. Or message me on my socials @doctorchrisg and I can pass on the programme coordinators contact details. They would love to have you I'm sure

[@InfiniteGoodness]

@@doctorchrisg Thank you Doc 👍💖💖💖🙏💐🎉🏞️🏖️🌅

[@AlbertMesaBella]

❤❤❤

[@kginmyheart]

Most of the volunteers out here provide their own supplies because they're hard to find in rural areas

[@dangalindez]

You’re in Tacloban? Where exactly?

[@euthewanderer23]

Hi Dr. Chris, I am interested in volunteering. Is it possible because I am in Metro Manila now? I am willing to travel though 🙂

[@doctorchrisg]

Thank you, that's so good to hear! Depends how long you wanted to volunteer for I guess. If you're interested check out the volunteer programme link in the description. Or message me on my socials @doctorchrisg and I can pass on the programme coordinators contact details. They would love to have you I'm sure!

[@euthewanderer23]

@@doctorchrisg okay that's great! Will check the link and will try to message you also on your social

[@BroEstong]

Emergency services in the Philippines is not treating patients without family member cause maybe there is no one to pay for it. Thats the only reason. I am first aider from Red Cross in Sultan Kudarat and we were instructed at the training center not to start any treatment unless there is approval from the patient. Or if patient is cold out then from bystander who needs to stay beside you all through your treatment.

[@angelocruz8189]

👍👍👍👍

[@moriel01]

*_How do you stay fit while volunteering in rural villages? Do you occasionally go to a local gym or you workout in your room?_*

[@doctorchrisg]

good question! we were staying in a homestay in Tacloban City, there was a gym nearby. We would commute out of the city everyday to get to the rural villages :)

[@jm52995]

there are a lot of American mormons in Tacloban, their aparment is near where I used to live at so I get to seem them everyday when i go to school lol

[@danny1586]

The reason they are waiting for relative is to ensure they have money to pay the hospital. If they confirm they dont have money the hospital were refer them to another hospital they wont accept the patience

[@elaphoot3254]

😢

[@chikabel3282]

my friend lives in sydney australia and one time he cut his hand deep with a knife. he rushed to the emergency to have it stitched. guess how long he waited in the emergency? waited 3 days to be accommodated... they gave him a bed because he waited for another 2 days to get stitched... 😂😂😂 true story. horror stories in hospitals is not exclusive in the philippines. it also happens in australia. another friend of mine had similar horror story, it also happened in australia. one of the reasons why they decided to leave that country.

[@normaamar230]

Doctor can you talk a bit slower and thank you for both your service. ❤

[@doctorchrisg]

Feedback noted. Thank you!

[@erpo4357]

You're doing an amazing job, and I thank you for helping poor communities in Tacloban. However, be careful talking about the poor healthcare system and the dire situation of the poor people you're helping especially if it will make our politicians look bad. An Australian nun who dedicated 20+ years of her life helping poor Filipino communities was deported for bringing attention to the people and the communities she'd helped.

[@jiroshia1375]

Have you volunteered in your country too? I'm pretty sure that there are people dying just because they can't afford healthcare which can be too costly.

[@YouCanCallMeBobot]

Hospital rules in the Philippines are insane. Imagine that you see someone dying and they coudn't treat the person because no one from his/her family is able to take them.

[@hippowafflesify]

YEHA BRO it aint only you that gets shocked about the no companion, no treatment policy here in the PH. Even locals are just in disbelief about it. You are misinformed about the family ethic here. There are a lot of people who live alone with no family connections be it from conflict or out of the country or being single. They too have to wait or hope that one of their friends will show up for them.