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.
Robed in pride and poised to answer the call of the medical profession, graduates of the University of Northern Philippines College of Medicine (UNP-CMED) marched
A new generation of future physicians took a significant step toward medical practice as the University of Northern Philippines College of Medicine honored Batch 2026:
Strengthening campus health and safety ahead of the new academic year, the University of Northern Philippines, through its Medical and Dental Services Office (MDSO), conducted
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP) served as the host institution for the 2026 Region 1 Health Research and Development Consortium (R1HRDC) Regional Research Conference
The graduation season at the University of Northern Philippines continued on June 4, 2026 as the College of Health Sciences (CHS) proudly sent off 72
Thirty-five graduates of the University of Northern Philippines’ Bachelor of Science in Accountancy program successfully hurdled the May 2026 Licensure Examination for Certified Public Accountants
The University of Northern Philippines through the Office of the Vice President for Research and Extension strengthened its commitment to community development and extension services
University of Northern Philippines–College of Medicine (UNP-CMED) Batch Gundaway donned their white coats during this year’s White Coat Ceremony held on May 28 at the
The University of Northern Philippines and the Schools Division Office (SDO) of Vigan City spearheaded a full-day capacity development activity on May 26, 2026 at
The University of Northern Philippines College of Engineering (UNP-CoE) honored its newly licensed civil and sanitary engineers during a Testimonial Luncheon held on May 28,
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.
