Diris Lima Este Honors Dr.Ada Mariel Rosales Huayta: A lifetime of Service and Empathy
Lima Este, Peru – The Integrated Networks Directorate (Diris) Lima Este of the Ministry of Health (Minsa) is recognizing Dr. Ada Mariel Rosales Huayta, head of the Teresa de Calcutta Health Center in Ris Santa Anita-El Agustino, for her 37 years of dedicated service and unwavering commitment to patient care. Dr. Rosales, 69, is widely respected within Diris Lima Este, led by Dr. Jorge Ramírez Castillo, for her profound vocation and empathetic approach to medicine.
Dr. Rosales’ dedication extends far beyond clinical expertise. Patients consistently express a deep affection and gratitude, frequently enough greeting her with applause upon entering her office. “ItS like our mom,” shared Nelly and Adela, two elderly patients, a sentiment Dr. Rosales reciprocates, referring to her patients as “my daughters.”
Her philosophy centers on a holistic approach to healing. “to be a doctor, the fundamental requirement is the vocation of service, the unwavering desire to take care of others,” Dr. Rosales explains. “That is, to be with patients and attend to their ailments at any time.And empathy implies listening to them because sometimes they also bring family problems.” She emphasizes the power of reassurance, frequently enough telling patients, “‘This is going to happen, this is not forever,’ and then they leave with their prescription and with more desire to live.”
A graduate of the national University of San Marcos in 1986, Dr. Rosales views the ability to alleviate suffering as a privilege. she finds particular fulfillment when patients adhere to treatment plans and recover. Her commitment is such that she readily provides her personal phone number for patients to reach her with concerns.
Dr. Rosales believes doctors serve as “the hand of God who extends to help cure diseases,” and she has a particular sensitivity to patients struggling with depression,often offering a comforting embrace and encouragement to remain positive,drawing on her own faith.
While upholding the ethical principles of the Hippocratic oath, Dr.Rosales acknowledges a shift in the medical landscape. She notes the increased number of medical schools compared to her time (“in my time there were only San Marcos, Cayetano and Villareal”) and expresses concern that the profession’s sacred commitment may sometimes be overlooked.
The impact of Dr. Rosales’ work extends to her own family; both of her sons, José Arturo (a psychiatrist) and José Adrián (a general practitioner), followed in her footsteps. She finds immense satisfaction in her work within Minsa’s first level of attention, focusing on preventative care alongside treatment for common ailments like pharyngitis, tonsillitis, and dermatitis. She highlights the importance of early detection in cases of colon and prostate cancer, noting the positive outcomes when diagnoses are made promptly.
Dr. Rosales offers a clear message to aspiring medical professionals: “Medicine is not to make money, it is indeed a service profession before all.” she also calls for remembrance of the legacy of Dr. Daniel Alcides Carrión on Peruvian Medicine Day,urging future generations to emulate his dedication and spirit.
Demonstrating her commitment to ongoing care, dr. Rosales founded the Teresa of Calcutta Older Adult Club in 2013. The club currently serves 180 patients, 80% of whom manage chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes, providing consistent health monitoring and support.
Diris Lima Este’s tribute to Dr.Ada Mariel Rosales Huayta underscores the vital role of dedicated and compassionate physicians in Peru’s healthcare system, and serves as an inspiration to the next generation of medical professionals.