Dr. Clint Guitarte

26/06/2026

Parents can help detect scoliosis early by checking their children for uneven shoulders, hips, or waistlines and seeking medical assessment when signs appear, a spine specialist at Northern Mindanao Medical Center said.

Dr. Clint Guitarte said early detection and monitoring can help doctors determine whether a child needs observation, bracing, or other treatment.

Read more at the link in the comments.

20/06/2026

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month.

Dr. Clint Guitarte emphasizes that scoliosis is a condition, not a disease. Most individuals with scoliosis can live normal, active, and productive lives.

Early screening and diagnosis are important to identify which spinal curves may progress and require treatment. Timely evaluation allows appropriate monitoring and intervention when needed.

It is also important to remember that not all spinal deformities are scoliosis. An accurate diagnosis is essential to ensure proper management. If you have concerns about your spine or posture, consult a spine specialist for a thorough evaluation.

🩺 Sa Lambo Dyes radio program, Hunyo 17, si Spine Surgeon Dr. Clint Guitarte sa NMMC mihisgot sa komprehensibong impormasyon bahin sa scoliosis. Gipasabot niya kung unsa kini, ang mga hinungdan, risgo nga grupo, ug ang mga kasagarang timailhan ug sintomas nga angay bantayan.

Gipunting usab sa diskusyon ang kahinungdanon sa sayong screening, husto nga pag-diagnose, ug mga pamaagi sa pagtambal sama sa brace ug operasyon kung gikinahanglan.
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07/06/2026

Dr. Clint Guitarte recently served as a faculty member at the Asia Pacific Spine Society Conference held at the Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu.

It was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with friends, exchange ideas, and learn from colleagues across the Asia-Pacific region. The conference was particularly meaningful as it marked the first time the Philippines had the honor of hosting this prestigious international gathering.

Congratulations to the Philippine Spine Society for the successful organization of this landmark event.

26/05/2026

Asia Pacific Spine Society Meeting happening in 8 days!

28/03/2026

The Asia-Pacific Spine Society Meeting is scheduled to take place in Cebu this June.

08/11/2025

Our second stop was in Brunei, and it was my first time visiting the country. I was impressed. Brunei is clean, peaceful, very livable, and surrounded by so much greenery. There are open spaces everywhere, and the food is amazing too.

We were warmly welcomed by the Orthopaedic Society of Brunei Darussalam, led by Dr. Khairul Azmi Abd Kadir. Our Brunei ortho colleagues were incredibly gracious and generous in showing us their work and system. Although they are a relatively small group, their camaraderie and the system they have built are truly worth emulating.

I was especially impressed by how healthcare is provided and supported in this country.

Next stop: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

06/11/2025

I am proud and grateful to be selected as one of this year’s ASEAN Orthopaedic Association Junior Travelling Fellows. I’m traveling with five other early-career ortho surgeons from Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and, Malaysia. We’ll be visiting hospitals around Southeast Asia and meeting ortho colleagues along the way.

Our first stop was Manila 🇵🇭
I had a great time showing the group around The Medical City and PGH, enjoying Filipino food, and visiting the National Museum and Intramuros. Such a fun way to kick off the fellowship!

Huge thanks to Dr. Emmanuel Asedillo and the Department of Orthopaedics at The Medical City, as well as Dr. Lito Bautista and the UP-PGH Department of Orthopaedics, for your warm welcome, generosity, and for making our visit truly fruitful.

Thank you also to the Philippine Orthopaedic Association for the support!

Next destination: Brunei! 🇧🇳✈️

https://www.aseanorthopaedics.org/junior