Region 1 Medical Center - Official

30/09/2025

We are thrilled to share that the Department of Radiology of Region 1 Medical Center has achieved accreditation for its CT/MRI Fellowship Training Program. This significant achievement represents more than just a credential — it’s a testament to our department’s pursuit of innovation and leadership in radiologic education for both clinical and academic excellence."

30/09/2025

R1MC Celebration of World Environmental Health Day, with theme of "Clean Air, Healthy People". Wherein the activity was Bicycle Day. As part of our commitment to reduce Carbon Footprint, promoting sustainable transport and Wellness.

27/09/2025

GAD CORNER
The Region 1 Medical Center–Department of Dermatology will be hosting a program in observance of World Psoriasis Day 2025 on October 9, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the FQD Hall, Region 1 Medical Center.

This year’s theme, “Psoriatic Disease and Comorbidities – Understanding the Domino Effect,” emphasizes the need for greater awareness and a multidisciplinary approach in addressing psoriatic disease and its associated conditions.

27/09/2025

26/09/2025

In celebration of World Rabies Day 2025 with the theme “You, Me, and the Community”, the Animal Bite Training Center successfully conducted a Rabies Awareness and Management activity today, September 26, 2025.

Together, let us strengthen our fight against rabies and build a healthier, safer community

25/09/2025

GAD Corner | The Region 1 Medical Center Blood Bank - National Voluntary Blood Services Program, in collaboration with the Gender and Development Program, conducted an informative seminar about "Rational Use of Blood and Blood Products" this September 25, 2025 at the Francisco Q. Duque Conference Hall, attended by various doctors, nurses and medical technologists of Region 1 Medical Center and Other Institution.
Dr. Melanie Victoria G. Dar-Joseph, a Pediatric Consultant-Hematology and Oncology and Dr. Reynaldo R. Espinoza, an Internal Medicine – Adult Hematologist are the resource speakers of the event, narrowed the discussion on evidence-based blood transfusion practices, including the clinical relevance of correct usage of blood and blood products.
This is essential to optimize patient outcomes and patient safety by ensuring appropriate requisition and transfusion.

25/09/2025

GAD CORNER | GENERIC AWARENESS MONTH CELEBRATION: Ginhawang Generics, Ramdam ng Bawat Pilipino

From ideas to entries. Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

Submission of entries for the Dance For Health: One-Minute Dance Challenge for Generic Medicines Awareness has officially closed.

Criteria for judging:

Creativity In relation with theme-40%

Performance-30%

Audience impact (highest number of likes)-30%

Voting is now open! Cast your vote by hitting the like button. Entry with the highest number of likes will be awarded. Every like counts! Show support and help your favorite entry shine! Prizes await the winner!

25/09/2025

Behind every prescription is a pharmacist’s knowledge and care. Today we honor the vital role pharmacists play in building healthier communities. Because of pharmacists, every pill has a purpose and every patient has hope. Salute to the experts who turn prescriptions into healing.

💊 Happy World Pharmacists’ Day!

25/09/2025

Congratulations to our Chief Resident, Dr. Xavier Daryl Martinez, together with his co-authors, Dr. Charisse Ann Tanlapco and Dr. Armida Suller-Pansacola, for publishing their case report entitled “Massive Retinal Gliosis – A Rare Benign Condition Masquerading as a Malignant Intraocular Tumor: A Case Report” in Acta Medica Philippina, The National Health Science Journal of the University of the Philippines–Manila.

Your pursuit of excellence in eye health and research is truly inspiring! 👁️

Congratulations to Dr. Armida Suller-Pansacola, Dr. Charisse Ann Tanlapco, Dr. Mark Niño Estrella, and Dr. Jann Perrie Alipio for being part of a published case series with the University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences entitled “Clinical Presentation and Surgical Outcomes of Congenital Divided Nevus of the Eyelids in Three Filipino Patients: A Case Series” in Acta Medica Philippina, The National Health Science Journal of the University of the Philippines–Manila.

Your commitment to advancing eye health and research serves as a true inspiration to the medical community. 👁️

25/09/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Armida Suller-Pansacola, Dr. Charisse Ann Tanlapco, Dr. Mark Niño Estrella, and Dr. Jann Perrie Alipio for being part of a published case series with the University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences entitled “Clinical Presentation and Surgical Outcomes of Congenital Divided Nevus of the Eyelids in Three Filipino Patients: A Case Series” in Acta Medica Philippina, The National Health Science Journal of the University of the Philippines–Manila.
Your commitment to advancing eye health and research serves as a true inspiration to the medical community. 👁️

Congratulations to Dr. Armida Suller-Pansacola, Dr. Charisse Ann Tanlapco, Dr. Mark Niño Estrella, and Dr. Jann Perrie Alipio for being part of a published case series with the University of the Philippines–Philippine General Hospital Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences entitled “Clinical Presentation and Surgical Outcomes of Congenital Divided Nevus of the Eyelids in Three Filipino Patients: A Case Series” in Acta Medica Philippina, The National Health Science Journal of the University of the Philippines–Manila.

Your commitment to advancing eye health and research serves as a true inspiration to the medical community. 👁️

25/09/2025

Congratulations to our Chief Resident, Dr. Xavier Daryl Martinez, together with his co-authors, Dr. Charisse Ann Tanlapco and Dr. Armida Suller-Pansacola, for publishing their case report entitled “Massive Retinal Gliosis – A Rare Benign Condition Masquerading as a Malignant Intraocular Tumor: A Case Report” in Acta Medica Philippina, The National Health Science Journal of the University of the Philippines–Manila.
Your pursuit of excellence in eye health and research is truly inspiring! 👁️

Congratulations to our Chief Resident, Dr. Xavier Daryl Martinez, together with his co-authors, Dr. Charisse Ann Tanlapco and Dr. Armida Suller-Pansacola, for publishing their case report entitled “Massive Retinal Gliosis – A Rare Benign Condition Masquerading as a Malignant Intraocular Tumor: A Case Report” in Acta Medica Philippina, The National Health Science Journal of the University of the Philippines–Manila.

Your pursuit of excellence in eye health and research is truly inspiring! 👁️