ZCMC-Psychiatry Department

27/07/2025

The Department proudly participated in the 35th Midyear Convention & 40th Postgraduate Course of the Philippine Psychiatric Association, held last July 16–18, 2025 at Novotel, Araneta City, Quezon City. With the theme “The Roles of a 21st Century Filipino Psychiatrist as L.E.A.D.E.R.S in Mental Health”. This was attended by the consultants and residents: Dr. Sheila May D. Aduviso, Dr. Neil Ryan A. Marcos, Dr. Charlene Mae L.H. Valdez and Dr. Kim Elaine B. Saipuddin.

Also, the department congratulates Dr. Kriska Caye Solares-Mohammad, MD, MPH, a graduate of the department’s psychiatry residency program, for being inducted as an associate member of the Philippine Psychiatric Association. Enhorabuena, Dr. Solares-Mohammad!

14/07/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT:

This is to inform everyone that our Psychological Support Unit (formerly known as Psych Testing Office) is now located in the new OPD Building, ground floor.

Please message us here at our official page for any concerns or further inquiries. Thank you!

12/07/2025

The department proudly congratulates Dr. Bernardo L. Conde, MD, FPPA (Life), FPNA, our Interim Training Officer/Consultant, who appeared as the guest speaker of the Philippine College of Psychopharmacology’s 2nd Quarterly Scientific Meeting highlighting the topic: “Psychopharmacology of Mixed Mania: Navigating Complexity in Bipolar Treatment” held last July 7, 2025 in Davao.

Dr. Conde shared valuable insights on the clinical challenges and management strategies in treating mixed episodes of bipolar disorder.

He was also proudly introduced by our Assistant Training Officer, Dr. Sheila May Aduviso, MD, MPH, DSBPP, who is also PCPsych collegian board member for Mindanao.

12/07/2025

See you later at 3PM! 🌟

Join Dr. Kim Elaine B. Saipuddin as she shares tips on navigating life’s changes at 89.9 Brigada Zamboanga Duru and Facebook Live.

Don’t miss this timely and meaningful discussion with Dr. Kim Elaine B. Saipuddin, Medical Officer III from the ZCMC Psychiatry Department, as she shares practical strategies for navigating life’s transitions.

📅 July 12, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM
📻 Live on 89.9 Brigada Zamboanga Duru and Facebook Live

Let’s explore healthy ways to adapt and move forward. See you there! ✨

10/07/2025

Don’t miss this timely and meaningful discussion with Dr. Kim Elaine B. Saipuddin, Medical Officer III from the ZCMC Psychiatry Department, as she shares practical strategies for navigating life’s transitions.

📅 July 12, 2025
🕒 3:00 PM
📻 Live on 89.9 Brigada Zamboanga Duru and Facebook Live

Let’s explore healthy ways to adapt and move forward. See you there! ✨

10/07/2025

On June 28–29, 2025, Dr. Sheila May Aduviso MD, MPH, DSBPP, our assistant training officer, had the privilege of attending the 2025 HKCPsych International Mental Health Congress at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre with the theme “Towards Mental Health for All: Translating, Transforming and Transcending”

The congress brought together regional and international experts to discuss emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in psychiatric care. The congress also offered
an excellent chance for young scholars to present their work and clinical experience through oral presentations and posters in all fields of mental health.

09/07/2025

09/07/2025

Half the year has passed — and that’s something. 🌤️
You’ve made it this far. Take a pause. Re-center. Remember, peace can be found in the little things you do each day.

Let these small acts bring you back to yourself.
And if it gets overwhelming, we’re just one call away.

ZCMC Crisis Hotline and Assistance Team are available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Monday- Friday (except Holidays).

📞 0977-201-6640
📞 0939-784-5513

🚫 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 — 𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗱.

06/07/2025

Last June 30 to July 1, 2025, Drs. Van Samuel Calisang, Zhahida Amil, Anthea Dae Sana and Edcy Marie Capule attended a two-day workshop entitled “Managing the Highs: Hospital Interventions for Addiction to Cannabis, Alcohol, and Methamphetamine.” This highlights evidence-based strategies for managing substance use disorders in clinical settings — from early intervention to aftercare.

Their attendance shows the department’s commitment to continued learning and growth, to better support individuals and communities affected by substance use.

05/07/2025

‎On June 25, 2025, the Department of Psychiatry held two significant activities at the Admin Conference Room: the preparatory session for PhilHealth accreditation of the Mental Health Package for the Outpatient Department, and the department’s regular monthly staff meeting.
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‎During the accreditation preparation, key rules of implementation were raised and clarified—strengthening the department’s readiness to align with national standards. The staff meeting provided space for coordination, updates, and continued collaboration among team members.
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‎Because true progress in mental health means breaking barriers to access—one step at a time.

04/07/2025

‎As part of their continuing journey in training and professional growth, the Psychiatry residents underwent their departmental oral examinations on June 11, 2025, followed by the written examinations on June 13, 2025.
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‎These assessments are designed not only to evaluate clinical knowledge and critical thinking, but also to ensure that every step in training leads to one goal—delivering safe, skilled, and compassionate mental health care.
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‎Because the quality of care our patients receive begins with the quality of training we uphold.

03/07/2025

‎On June 15, 2025, the Department of Psychiatry conducted its monthly general cleaning, led by the Nursing Service with the active participation of our Alpha patients. Together, they worked to refresh and restore the ward—fostering an environment that reflects care, order, and collective responsibility.
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‎Because in mental health, a clean environment is more than hygiene—it's part of the healing.