Batanes General Hospital (BGH) is the primary government healthcare facility in Basco, Batanes, serving as the main referral center for the province. Recently upgraded to Level 2 status, BGH now offers expanded services, including intensive care, a hospital blood bank, CT scan, and specialized diagnostic X-ray services. The hospital is committed to meeting the evolving healthcare needs of the Ivatan community through increased staffing, upgraded equipment, digitized processes, and continuous professional development

• General Medicine

• Intensive Care

• Gynecology

• Pediatric Services

• Emergency and Trauma Care

• Blood Bank

• Diagnostic Imaging (CT scan, X-ray)

BGH is focused on elevating healthcare standards in Batanes by expanding services, upgrading infrastructure, and strengthening staff capabilities. The hospital actively participates in knowledge exchanges and training, such as recent collaborations with U.S. medical teams to enhance skills in EKG interpretation and trauma care

• Vision: To provide comprehensive, accessible, and high-quality healthcare services for all Batanes residents.

• Mission: To deliver patient-centered, safe, and effective medical care, continually improving through staff development, upgraded facilities, and community partnerships.

• Elevated to Level 2 hospital status by the Department of Health (2024)

• Recognized for collaborative training and knowledge exchange with international partners