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.
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The University of Northern Philippines–College of Law has officially launched its active participation in the nationwide 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women (VAW), providing
The University of Northern Philippines and the Metropolitan Institute of Arts and Sciences (MIAS) have formalized a strategic academic partnership with the signing of a
The UNP College of Engineering proudly announces that its first-takers in the November 2025 Civil Engineers Licensure Exam achieved a 40% passing rate, surpassing the
The Department of Languages and Humanities of the University of Northern Philippines took center stage in the nationwide 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women
The University of Northern Philippines–College of Teacher Education opened its doors to 16 pre-service teachers from four universities in Indonesia and one in Thailand as
The University of Northern Philippines’ College of Engineering earned distinction at the 2025 PESO Appreciation Day on November 26, as the Provincial Government of Ilocos
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.
