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.
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The University of Northern Philippines is now hiring for (1) part-time instructor position. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their applications and join our growing
Demonstrating its commitment to community resilience and disaster preparedness, the University of Northern Philippines, through the College of Open and Distance Education (CODE) and the
The University of Northern Philippines continues to affirm its leadership in healthcare education as Dr. Romelia Tamayo, faculty member of the College of Health Sciences,
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Strengthening its commitment to inclusive public service, the University of Northern Philippines, through the College of Public Administration (CPAd), participated in the “Ginggengget: A Capability
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.
