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.
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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.
Four representatives from the University of Northern Philippines, namely Noriel Jay Paino, John Amiel Catura, Russel Jay Fuentesfina, accompanied by Dr. Gilbert Valdez Jr., participated
The Laboratory Schools Grade 12 students preparing for college entrance exams received essential support through a recent webinar titled, “Ready, Set, Relax: Beating Test Anxiety
The University of Northern Philippines actively participated in the Unified College Admission System (UCAS) Regional Roll-Out: Expanding Access to Higher Education, organized by the Commission
The University of Northern Philippines, through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, in cooperation with the Instruction and Faculty Development Office and
The Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science (BSMLS) program of the University of Northern Philippines renewed its partnership with Barangay Villamar for extension services
Strengthening its commitment to community health, the College of Nursing conducted the “Saving Lives at Home: Basic Life Support and First Aid Training” on April
The AGTVTUBO Channel, a youth-focused provincial platform, featured as a guest author on its second episode Mr. Emman Trevor Quilala, a faculty member of the
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UNP is taking decisive steps toward realizing its mission and vision, while aligning with the government’s Ambisyon Natin 2040, through its Annual Planning and Budgeting
The Philippine Science High School Full Stack Web Development students visited the University of Northern Philippines for facilities and campus tour on April 25, 2025.
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.
