Who is responsible for overseeing compliance with RA 5527?

The responsibility for overseeing compliance with Republic Act 5527, also known as the Medical Technology Act of 1969, falls under the authority of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC). The PRC is responsible for the regulation and licensing of various professional fields in the Philippines, and this includes the practice of medical technology.

Under this act, the PRC ensures that individuals practicing as medical technologists meet the required standards of education, competency, and ethical practice. It establishes guidelines for the licensure examinations and oversees the reinstitution of professional practices among practitioners in the field, ensuring that they adhere to the laws and standards set forth in the act.

In contrast, while local government units, the Department of Health, and the World Health Organization all play roles in public health and safety, they do not have specific oversight over the implementation of the regulations dictated by RA 5527 concerning the practice of medical technology.