Anna Aurelia Noel-Cortes, MD

30/04/2026

📖𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻’𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆

Psychologists, therapists, and counselors cannot give therapy to people they know personally outside the clinic. Why? Because boundaries protect both sides. Mixing personal ties with therapy risks bias, confidentiality issues, and blurred roles. Professional distance ensures safe, ethical, and effective care. 💙

Therapy isn’t chismis, it’s professional care. 🌿

24/04/2026

12/04/2026

10/04/2026

May kaunting kirot, pero ang isip mo, nasa “worst-case scenario” na. May reassurance na mula sa doktor, pero bakit hindi pa rin mapanatag?

Hindi ito simpleng pag-aalala lang. Maaaring ito ay Illness Anxiety Disorder o Somatic Symptom Disorder—mga kundisyong totoo, mabigat, at madalas ay pilit nating itinatago.

Sa episode na ito ng Mind Matters, sasamahan tayo nina Dr. Orville Jess Pandes at Dr. Joan Mae Perez-Rifareal sa isang masinsinan at makataong pagtalakay. Hindi mo kailangang mabuhay sa takot.

Makinig sa Mind Matters: Conversations on Mental Health
pages: Radyo Magasin 1278 AM | Philippine Psychiatric Association | Veterans Memorial Medical Center

Hindi ka nag-iisa. May liwanag sa gitna ng pangamba. ♥️

07/04/2026

Expanding Horizons: 36th Midyear Convention & 41st Postgraduate Course

The landscape of mental healthcare is shifting, and our journey toward “EVOLVING FRONTIERS IN PSYCHIATRY: SUBSPECIALTIES AND THEIR CLINICAL IMPACT" continues.

We invite all physicians, mental health advocates, and practitioners to join us in Cebu as we examine the specialized advancements and clinical breakthroughs shaping the future of Psychiatry. This is a premier opportunity to align on best practices and explore how subspecialties are directly enhancing patient care.

📍 Venue: Marco Polo Plaza Cebu, Nivel Hills, Cebu City
📅 Dates: 29–31 July 2026

Secure your spot with Early Bird Rates (Until May 31, 2026):
* PPA Members in Good Standing: P6,000
* Residents\*: P5,000
* Non-PPA Members: P8,000

*\*PPA Accredited Psychiatry Training Institutions*

🔗 Registration link to follow. Stay tuned to our page for further updates. See you at the forefront of modern psychiatry in the Queen City of the South! 🏙️🌊

06/04/2026

PPA's Mental Wellness Initiative for Everyone

This initiative is a collaborative work between the Philippine Psychiatric Association and its accredited training institutions. It aims to provide accessible mental health education while showcasing the talents of our psychiatry residents, who have translated their clinical expertise into these creative and informative guides.

Is your mind racing, or are you simply feeling the weight of a busy week? Understanding the difference between Stress and Anxiety is the first step toward finding your balance.

As the first in this series, this infographic—produced in coordination with the Batangas Medical Center Department of Psychiatry — explains how to identify and manage these common experiences. Whether you are navigating external pressures or quieting internal "what if" thoughts, knowing how to respond can make all the difference.

Simple Ways to Cope:
* Prioritize: Plan and organize tasks to handle external demands.
* Breathe: Use slow, deep breaths to steady your mind.
* Connect: Talk to someone you trust and maintain a healthy routine.

We are proud to highlight our residents' dedication to making mental wellness accessible to every Filipino. Remember, help is always available.

Need support? You are not alone. Dial 1553 to reach the National Center for Mental Health Crisis Hotline.

PPA CALM 2026

30/03/2026

We will truly miss you, Sir! 🙏

20/03/2026

May mga araw na kahit anong pahinga, parang kulang pa rin.
May mga laban na tahimik—pero totoo.

Para sa bawat Pinay na patuloy na lumalaban—nakikita ka namin. 💜

Join us this Saturday on Mind Matters as we talk about Women’s Mental Health in the 21st Century.

Sabado | 11:00 AM – 12:00 NN
Facebook: Radyo Magasin 1278 | Philippine Psychiatric Association | Veterans Memorial Medical Center
YouTube: Radyo Magasin

Hindi mo kailangang dalhin ang lahat nang mag-isa. May kasama ka.

18/03/2026