University of Cebu Medical Center - UCMed

24/04/2026

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲 𝐞𝐲𝐞𝐬, 𝐁𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞

Are you experiencing any of these eye problems lately?

Don't ignore the warning signs. Early detection can protect your sight and prevent serious complications.

Know more about our Eye Center services: https://ucmed.ph/services/eyecenter-3f/

Get your eyes checked today!

23/04/2026

𝗨𝗖𝗠𝗲𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿

Your healing deserves expert hands.

At UCMed, we provide safe, reliable, and personalized wound care you can trust.

Book your consultation today at and visithttps://ucmed.ph/doctors/mddept/dept_surgery/.

14/04/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐔𝐂𝐌𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐆𝐈!

UCMed proudly congratulates the Post-Graduate Interns who successfully passed the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination, achieving a 100% passing rate.

We take pride in this milestone and celebrate this achievement with you as you begin your journey in the medical profession.

12/04/2026

𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬

Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas R. Osmeña praises the University of Cebu and UC Medical Center for advancing pro-poor policies, keeping education affordable and healthcare accessible despite rising economic pressures, including those linked to ongoing conflicts abroad.

Aligned with the direction set by Augusto W. Go, as chairman, for UC and UCMed, Osmeña likewise challenges other schools and hospitals to adopt similar approaches, ensuring that essential services remain within reach of more Filipinos.

Challenging institutions to adopt pro-poor policies, Cebu City Vice Mayor Tomas Osmeña called on schools and hospitals to follow the lead of the University of Cebu in maintaining accessible fees, stressing the need for more inclusive support for marginalized sectors.

06/04/2026

𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬, 𝐔𝐂𝐌𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫

The UCMed team brings healing beyond hospital walls through a surgical mission at Ricardo Maningo Memorial Hospital in Camotes Island, made possible by the generous support of the Cebu Provincial Government on March 28, 2026.

From our dedicated nurses and tireless doctors to every volunteer who gave their time and skill, this mission stands as a true testament to compassion in action. We touch lives, restore hope, and deliver care to those who need it most.

In just one day, we performed 23 major surgeries and more than 20 minor surgical cases.

The following physicians and staff lent their hands in this mission:

𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗥𝗬
Dr. Armando Tan
Dr. Maribel Du
Dr. Manuel Villamor
Dr. Michael Catiwalaan
Dr. Gabriel Villa
Dr. Yasmin Jumao-as
Dr. Dan Rickensoncortes
Dr. Voltaire Alojado
Dr. Russel Adrian Obenza
Dr. Sarah Jane Imbong
Dr. She’s Magnolia Ycong
Dr. Miles Cortes
Dr. Marighel Gravador
Dr. John Clitar
Dr. Kate Lim
Dr. Cleo Gomez
Dr. Mari Tonette Castañares
Dr. Guerica Mariz Peduche
Dr. Francis James Flores
Dr. Charlemagne Baguio
Merly Gallardo

𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬
Dr. Miguel Antonio Larrazabal
Dr. Ron Letaba
Dr. Jandy Estroso
Dr. Athena Garcia
Dr. Michelle Belocura
Dr. Jade Cabatana
Dr. Renzo Ybañez
Dr. Dharrence Tarriman
Dr. Mark Encabo
Dr. Vea Nuñez

𝗢𝗥 𝗡𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗙𝗙:
Roselle Magalona
Jeff Chris Catacutan
Zildjian Velasco
Kate Ysabelle Villafuerte
Duval Labrador
Francis Andrew Rivera
Caril Kaye Turno
Aimee Lyn Apas
Carren Manas
Ivar Hermoso
Jayson Basingcol
Wilvin Peña
Melben Sare
Jeyson Calunsag
Mayeth Bañanola

We thank all who served for embodying the heart of healthcare, where service goes beyond duty and becomes a calling.

01/04/2026

𝐔𝐂𝐌𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤.

Please be guided of the operating schedule for selected departments and centers on April 2-4, 2026.

Have a blessed and safe Holy Days.

For more information about the schedule of other offices, you may contact us at 517-0888.

30/03/2026

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞.

Conversations that matter take centerstage at UCMed, especially when it comes to health that can save lives.

In line with Women’s Month and Colon Cancer Awareness, the hospital gathered its community to talk about something often overlooked: colorectal cancer.

Doctors Franz Seidenschwaz, Amabelle Gerona and Michael Catiwalaan highlighted a crucial message that it is preventable and treatable when detected early. Understanding the risks, recognizing early signs can make all the difference, they pointed out.

Through the UCMed Kalusugan Center, the experts reminded the participants that access to screening services plays a key role in protecting long-term health.

Beyond physical health, the conversation also turned to creating safe and respectful spaces in the workplace with Atty. Ria Lidia G. Espina, dean of the UC School of Law.

In presenting the Safe Space Act under Republic Act 11313, she emphasized the importance of dignity, respect, and speaking up, values that are just as vital in building a healthy community.

HR director Atty. Rey Cris A. Panugaling welcomed the participants who were treated with a touching harana celebrating Women’s Month.

Medical director Dr. Armando V. Tan closed the event reminding everyone that caring for oneself and for one another goes hand in hand through awareness, early action, and a shared commitment to safer, more compassionate spaces.

29/03/2026

𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

We are incredibly proud and thankful to the University of Cebu (UCMed) Surgery Team for its dedication during the recent surgical mission organized by the Cebu Provincial Government at the Ricardo L. Maningo Hospital in Camotes Island yesterday, March 28, 2026.

UCMed Medical Director, Dr. Armando V. Tan led the life- changing surgical procedures with Dr. Maribel Du, chairman of the Department of Surgery, along with the doctors and nurses.

Thank you for your hardwork and dedication!

27/03/2026

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒!

UCMed proudly commends 𝗗𝗿. 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗮𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗲𝗱 𝗠. 𝗕𝗮𝘆𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗻, Department of Internal Medicine Resident, for his successful research poster presentation at the 2026 Philippine College of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism Annual Convention on March 25 to 27, 2026, at Edsa Shangri-La, Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila.

Title: 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗹𝘆, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸: 𝗔 𝗿𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 53-𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿-𝗢𝗹𝗱 𝗙𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗟𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮.

Kudos on a job well done!

24/03/2026

𝑪𝑶𝑵𝑮𝑹𝑨𝑻𝑼𝑳𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺!

Congratulations to Dr. Roxanne Jeen Fornolles and Dr. Jovi Noreen Sotes of the UCMed Department of Pediatrics for successfully passing the Philippine Pediatric Society, Inc. Specialty Board Written Examination (March 16, 2026) and Oral Examinations (March 18 & 20, 2026) for Diplomates.

This milestone is a reflection of your hard work, dedication, and passion for pediatrics. We also thank the department chairman Dr. Nathalie Anne Silvestra R. Hernaez, training officer Dr. Doris D. Gigataras, consultants, and fellow residents whose support and guidance inspire and shape future pediatricians with both skill and compassion.

Your dedication and excellence truly bring pride to UCMed and inspire future medical professionals. 💙

24/03/2026

𝐀𝐃𝐕𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐘

The UCMed Kalusugan Center will be temporarily closed by March 24, 2026 and will resume operations on March 31, 2026.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

24/03/2026

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐫, 𝐓𝐁-𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲.

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