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, under the leadership of University President Dr. Erwin F. Cadorna, warmly greets Hon. Shirley C. Agrupis, Chairperson of the Commission
The University of Northern Philippines reinforced its commitment to academic excellence and regulatory compliance as the Professional Regulatory Board for Medical Technology (PRBMT), together with
Reinforcing its commitment to community engagement and transformative public service, the University of Northern Philippines, through the Office of the Vice President for Research and
The University of Northern Philippines (UNP)-College of Fine Arts and Design (CFAD) celebrates the success of its graduates in the July 2026 Licensure Examination for
Demonstrating its commitment to transformative public service and the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the University of Northern Philippines successfully implemented
The University of Northern Philippines–College of Architecture and Built Environment (CArBE) reinforced its commitment to academic excellence by convening faculty members for RE-ALIGN: A Workshop
In a strategic effort to strengthen the quality of teacher education and promote evidence-based assessment practices, the College of Teacher Education (CTE) of the University
The University of Northern Philippines and the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)-Ilocos Sur formalized a strategic partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of
Reinforcing their shared commitment to advance volunteerism as a catalyst for sustainable development and nation-building, the University of Northern Philippines and the Philippine National Volunteer
Demonstrating its commitment to excellence and a culture of quality, the University of Northern Philippines (UNP) joined the 1st Workshop on Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)
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.
