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 College of Nursing and University Extension Office (UEO), spearheaded a training workshop and medical mission on Alzheimer’s
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP) formally opened its Online Accreditation Survey Visit on September 22–26, 2025, at Tadena Hall, placing the spotlight on three
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP) College of Medicine highlighted the importance of flexibility in health education and patient care during its 2nd Post Graduate
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP), in partnership with the Ilocos Sur Provincial Jair (ISPJ), spearheaded a seminar-workshop titled “A Lifeline in Lockup: Promoting Suicide
The University of Northern Philippines–College of Teacher Education (UNP-CTE) held a send-off mass for its graduates on Wednesday at the University Ecumenical Chapel, offering prayers
The College of Arts and Sciences celebrated the culminating activity of the BS Biology major in Medical Biology practicum on September 16, 2025. The event
The local government of Sinait, Ilocos Sur formalized the renewal of its partnership with the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) through the College of Public
As institutions unite across borders, one message resonates with urgency: understanding the human mind is key to healing the planet. The fourth academic partnership between
In a profound effort to strengthen the moral compass of education, the Faculty Union (FU), Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs (OVPAA), and
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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.
