Dr. DJ Darwin Bandoy delivered a talk on the intersection of climate change and public health.
October 2025 — Alabang, Muntinlupa City. Dr. DJ Darwin Bandoy, Associate Professor of Epidemiology at the College of Veterinary Medicine, UP Los Baños, and Director of the Research and Creative Work Division of the UP Resilience Institute (UPRI), served as one of the speakers at the 1st Business Transformation – Information Technology Summit organized by Metro Pacific Health (MPH). The event, held on October 23–24, 2025 at The Bellevue Alabang, carried the theme “Beyond Transformation Co-Creating a Sustainable Digital Future.”
Dr. Bandoy’s session, held on October 23, focused on “The Critical Importance of Robust Data and Processes in Project NOAH’s Live Disaster Platform.” In his presentation, he highlighted the crucial link between climate change and public health, emphasizing the use of technologies like the NOAH Website and disease-mapping tools to identify high-risk and outbreak-prone areas. He also discussed how data-driven systems and resilient processes contribute to effective disaster risk reduction—insights that can strengthen digital transformation in healthcare.
Dr. Bandoy’s presentation underscored the critical importance of integrating climate science with epidemiological research in the context of the Philippines’ vulnerability to typhoons, floods, and other climate-related hazards. By demonstrating how advanced mapping and data analytics can predict disease patterns and identify vulnerable populations, he illustrated a practical pathway for healthcare systems to transition from reactive emergency response to proactive, evidence-based planning. His work with the UP Resilience Institute exemplifies how academic institutions can serve as bridges between scientific research and real-world public health applications, particularly in developing nations where climate impacts disproportionately affect healthcare infrastructure.
The 1st Business Transformation – Information Technology Summit reflects a growing recognition within the healthcare sector that digital transformation and climate resilience are interconnected priorities. As organizations increasingly adopt digital health solutions, incorporating environmental and epidemiological data into decision-making processes can lead to more efficient resource allocation, improved patient outcomes, and strengthened disaster preparedness. Dr. Bandoy’s insights are expected to inform strategic initiatives across Metro Pacific’s healthcare facilities and partner organizations, contributing to the development of a healthcare system that is both technologically advanced and equipped to address the complex health challenges posed by climate change