Health and wellness app mWell has integrated UnionDigital Bank’s (UnionDigital) services into its platform. The digital bank is a subsidiary of Union Bank of the Philippines while mWell is the digital healthcare arm of Metro Pacific Investment Corp. (MPIC).

mWell’s patients will have easy and quick access to UnionDigital’s banking services with the aim of making its financial services accessible to more Filipinos. 

“Combining our expertise in digital banking and healthcare innovation, our partnership with mWell will enable us to offer cutting-edge solutions and seamlessly integrate our services into their app, making it easier for their customers to manage the financial aspects of their healthcare journey,” said Henry Aguda, president and CEO, UnionDigital Bank.

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The mWell app provides an end-to-end journey for patients: from booking a video consultation to having their medicines delivered to their doorsteps. 

Recently, mWell was recognized at the highly-coveted 2023 Global Mobile Awards at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona Spain. They bagged the award for Best Mobile Innovation for Digital Life, Digital Everything Category. 

Having the same objective of using innovation in providing ease and improving access to wellness for its customers, mWell and UnionDigital Bank will strive to make healthcare services more affordable by offering digital banking products, such as medical emergency loans and flexible payment terms, integrated within the mWell app.

“Joining forces with UnionDigital Bank is a major step toward improving the overall healthcare experience of our customers,” said Chaye Cabal-Revilla, president and CEO, mWell; chief finance, risk, and sustainability officer, MPIC. “It will bring a new level of convenience and support, enhancing our ability to deliver on our mission of empowering people to live their healthiest lives.”