St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic (SLEC) was established in 1982 with the primary goal of providing high-quality medical screening services for U.S. immigrant visa applicants. The clinic is committed to accurate and efficient data management, customer satisfaction, and a professional culture of service characterized by integrity and honesty. In recognition of its excellence, a year later, SLEC was appointed by the Department of State as the exclusive medical screening panel site in the Philippines, following a recommendation from the U.S. Embassy Manila. Over time, the clinic expanded its operations to offer similar services to visa applicants of the Embassies of Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. In the year 2000, SLEC relocated to a prominent 7-storey facility in the bustling tourist district of Manila, establishing itself as a leading provider of medical screening services.
With a 'One-Stop-Shop' concept, SLEC offers a wide range of tests and professional services, including specialty referrals, all conveniently available within the building. This approach simplifies procedures and eliminates the need for applicants to travel between multiple clinics. By consolidating these services, SLEC ensures that quality controls are closely monitored and maintained, while also upholding stringent anti-fraud measures throughout the medical screening process.
SLEC achieved a significant milestone in 2008 when it underwent evaluation by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Global Migration and Quarantine (DGMQ) and Division of Tuberculosis Elimination (DTBE), in collaboration with the Federal Advisory Council for the Elimination of Tuberculosis (ACET) and the National Tuberculosis Controllers Association (NTCA). This evaluation recognized SLEC as an invaluable tool in determining the clinic's adaptability and capacity to implement dynamic guidelines for the medical examination of U.S. immigrant visa applicants. The clinic's staff demonstrated high levels of competence, training, and motivation to adhere to established procedures, earning SLEC the distinction of being a model for other medical screening facilities worldwide. Since then, SLEC has consistently set and maintained standards for excellence in medical screening services.
The addition of the satellite branch at St. Luke’s Medical Center – Bonifacio Global City in 2013 further extended SLEC's reach and accessibility, allowing more individuals to benefit from its top-notch medical screening services.