“On the first day I had my first encounter with a patient, I fell in love with it.”
- Loy Olayar, Gastronenterology Laboratory

“I enjoy putting an anxious patient at ease, by holding their hand or answering a question in a calm voice. There’s nothing like the power of the human touch.”
- Christine Jose, Surgical Services

“My cousin is also a respiratory therapist and he encouraged me to go into the same profession. I’m glad he did. I have a good job and at the same time I get to save lives, which is the most rewarding feeling.
- Gilbert Filoteo, Respiratory Services

“In high school, I volunteered here, and the people I associated with were friendly, professional and supportive. This holds true even today.”
- Fred Rivera, Laboratory Services

“Seton is located in a diverse area, and serves people of different ethnicities and walks of life. This is what drew me here.”
- Gilbert Filoteo, Respiratory Services

“All of the dedicated doctors, nurses and associates. Plus the free parking.”
- Leony Alcantara, Laboratory Services

“Aside from being recognized as one of the top hospitals for cardiovascular services, a certified stroke center and one of the best employers to work for, all employees have Vincentian Values. Those values are: respect, compassionate service, simplicity, advocacy for the poor and inventiveness to infinity.”
- Fred Rivera, Laboratory Services

“One of the Vincentian values I have seen at Seton is respect – respect for every person, and everyone we work with. Especially now, it’s so diverse, there are so many different cultures, but still we all get along. It’s like the United Nations – you get to meet all these different people and embrace them.”
- Loy Olayar, Gastronenterology Laboratory

“All the surgeons who practice at other hospitals, and all the company reps, tell us Seton has the best OR [Operating Room] in the area.”
- Christine Jose, Surgical Services

“Seton runs like a clock, like a Rolex. It just works precisely.
- Ron Del Pape, Surgical Services

“Even if we have the posted time of closing, if patients come in for lab tests, we’ll do the test. We never turn anyone away.”
- Leony Alcantara, Laboratory Services

“The employees, administrators and doctors . . . it’s one big family.”
- Elsie Rapisura, Imaging Services

“My profession provides a vital role in patient care. Knowing that every lab test I perform impacts a patient’s treatment helps me realize my importance in this field.”
- Fred Rivera, Laboratory Services

“Medicine is dynamic. It never gets boring. There are always new learning experiences to challenge you. Who would have guessed when I first started in the OR [Operating Room] that my surgeons wouldn’t be scrubbed in with me but sitting at a console manipulating robotic arms?”
- Christine Jose, Surgical Services

“The people I work with. I want Seton to be the best health care provider for myself and my family.”
- Leony Alcantara, Laboratory Services

“Each day I come to work is a challenge because I never know what will happen. I am always ready to save a life with the assistance of my coworkers.”
- Gilbert Filoteo, Respiratory Services

“When a patient remembers me and gives me hugs.”
- Elsie Rapisura, Imaging Services

“When a patient is on the table in surgery and the surgeon relies on the lab result to determine if the procedure was successful. Being able to provide that need efficiently makes me feel proud.”
- Leony Alcantara, Laboratory Services

“To assist our surgeons in providing the best possible outcome for our patients.”
- Christine Jose, Surgical Services

“To continue being proactive, and to continue to be part of a hospital task force with the collaboration of other health care professionals. It’s not just an eight-hour job. I am committed and dedicated to it.
- Fred Rivera, Laboratory Services

“Make 40 years [working] at Seton.”
- Elsie Rapisura, Imaging Services

“Working in a career of saving lives is hard but rewarding. To be in this field, you need to be able to work as a team. Our job will be easier if we know how to listen and work well with others.”
- Gilbert Filoteo, Respiratory Services

“Check out the field. Volunteer. Then make up your mind.”
- Elsie Rapisura, Imaging Services

“Stay focused and study hard in school. Take a lot of science courses to prepare yourself. Stay organized, and be good at multitasking.”
- Fred Rivera, Laboratory Services