Medicine Week is a national celebration as mandated by law (Presidential Proclamation No. 439 of 1957).
This is an annual event designated to be celebrated every 4 th week of September with the purpose of developing consciousness among our people of the value of scientific medical practices. Its observance is under the authority of the Philippine Medical Association.
The College of Medicine patterns its week-long activities according to the theme set by the PMA each year. Active partnership between the College and the Ilocos Sur Medical Society ensures the dynamic participation of the faculty and the medical students in sponsoring numerous activities.
SIGNIFICANCE IN THE CULTURE OF THE COLLEGE:
The culmination of the Medicine Week is the Dr. Antonio R. Lahoz Memorial Scientific Forum, where speakers from different specialty fields in medicine honor the legacy of Dr. Antonio R. Lahoz as founder of the UNP-College of Medicine by delivering medical updates and breakthroughs.
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP), through the Student Welfare Services Office (SWSO) under the Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS), held a professional
The delegates of Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU), Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College (ISPSC), Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU), and Pangasinan State University
Today, February 20, 2026, the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) and the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) held at Oandasan
A Joint Hybrid Evaluation Visit was conducted by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) Technical Panel of Evaluators and the CHED Regional Office I –
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST) honored Dr. Erwin Cadorna, President of the University of Northern Philippines, as one of the country’s distinguished Science,
Ash Wednesday calls us to pause, reflect, and return to what truly matters. Marked with ashes, we are gently reminded of our human frailty and
To ensure a smooth transition into university service, the University of Northern Philippines organized an orientation for newly hired Job Order employees on February 16,
Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to bar excellence, the University of Northern Philippines College of Law officially launched its Central Bar Operations 2026 through a dynamic
Demonstrating its strong commitment to community empowerment and sustainable livelihood development, the College of Business Administration and Accountancy (CBAA), in partnership with the University Extension
In its proactive efforts toward global research excellence, the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) formalized a landmark Memorandum of Agreement with Universitas Potensi Utama (UPU)
Our college has a diverse and accomplished faculty with extensive expertise in medicine. They are passionate educators dedicated to helping students develop practical knowledge and critical thinking skills necessary for success. With our expert faculty, students can be assured of receiving quality education that prepares them to succeed in real-world endeavors.
The College of Medicine has an active student organization, the Future Physicians’ Circle (FPC). The organization helps the faculty and staff in assisting the Medical Students especially during enrollment, extension programs of the College.
