UP PGH Department of Family and Community Medicine

06/11/2025

Joined the UP System-wide Earthquake Drill today at 9:00 AM in coordination with the National Simultaneous Earthquake Drill. A great reminder that preparedness saves lives—every second counts when safety is on the line.

06/11/2025

The UP-PGH Department of Family and Community Medicine invites you to:

UP-PGH DFCM Faculty Colloquium
Nov 6, 2025 Thursday 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
PGH ERC 215 or Zoom

Hear about the latest evidence-based updates and projects from DFCM Professorial Chair Grant Awardees and faculty.

This is a great opportunity for collaboration and growth for consultants, residents, students, healthcare professionals, allied health workers, and colleagues dedicated to advancing Family and Community Medicine.

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Attend onsite at PGH ER Comple 215 or online via Zoom.
Register here: http://bit.ly/dfcmfacultynov6

Thank you and see you soon!

04/11/2025

WE ARE HIRING!

For more information kindly see the attached copy of the job posting or visit the PGH Website at https://www.pgh.gov.ph/hr-and-careers/


For inquiries, you may email us at hrddrps.uppgh@up.edu.ph or you may call us at 85548400 local 2053.

30/10/2025

We still have available copies of Paglingap: The Filipino Way of Care. Avail your copy now at https://forms.gle/StZSFh3cPtdTtDmz5

Prof Corinne Romabiles with our Department Chair, Dr. Kaye Estepa-Garcia. We have ON-HAND signed copies of Paglingap: The Filipino Way of Care

📌Grab your own copy now through this link:
https://forms.gle/x6gHeaYv2MBDU9G18

The book mainly focuses on Paglingap, Filipino care for the sick, based on the Pamantayan or the Filipino Value System.
In Filipino Family Medicine, the family is at the core of the art of healing. In this unique medical specialization, "the family is an indispensable & crucial link to an entire lifetime of well-being – ang kaginhawahan ng tao".

27/10/2025

‎WE’RE HIRING! || Join Our Team at PGH New Clark City
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‎The Philippine General Hospital New Clark City is inviting qualified and dedicated professionals to join our growing team.
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‎Available Position:
‎• Senior Nursing Assistant (SG 16 + 20% premium)
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‎Assignment: PGH New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac
‎Submit your requirements to: hrdrps.uppgh@up.edu.ph
‎Applications will be processed through PGH Manila.
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‎IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ
‎Arrange and scan all requirements in proper order, save as one (1) PDF file.
‎Email subject line: Applicant for ADMIN / PARAMEDICAL / NURSING
‎File name: Surname, First Name, Middle Initial – Position Applied
‎Submit only one (1) application. Acknowledged applications remain active for one (1) year.
‎Only complete and correctly formatted applications will be accepted.
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‎Equal Employment Opportunity Principle (EEOP)
‎The University of the Philippines – Philippine General Hospital ensures no discrimination in hiring based on age, school, gender, civil status, disability, social status, or political affiliation.
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‎For inquiries: (02) 8554-8400 local 2053
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‎Be part of the PGH legacy of excellence and service.
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13/10/2025

UP-PGH DFCM Palarong Pinoy 2025: Ginintuang Taon ng Pagtataguyod sa Pamilyang Pilipino 🇵🇭

What an unforgettable day of fun, games, and camaraderie at the UP-PGH DFCM Palarong Pinoy 2025!

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The award for the Biggest Delegation was awarded to the Monday Service, who showed up in full force and full color

📣 Best Cheer
Loud, proud, and full of heart — Wednesday Service with their smooth dance moves, and team spirit!

🥇 Overall Champion
After intense competition across all events, Wednesday Service emerged as the first-ever DFCM Palarong Pinoy Champion! A well-earned victory for a team that played hard, played fair, and had fun all the way!

🥈The 2nd place was bagged by Monday Service

🥉At the 3rd place was Friday Service

A huge thank you to everyone who joined, cheered, and made this event a success. Special thanks to Watsons and Otsuka for being our event sponsors.



Google drive of photos and videos: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1bgONtNylFnlF2FwTnXO2NwEu1nVI3sDn

10/10/2025

APPLICATIONS EXTENDED!

The UP-PGH Department of Family and Community Medicine is extending the application deadline for its 3-year residency program. The Division of Supportive, Hospice and Palliative Medicine is also still accepting applicants to its 1-year fellowship.

RESIDENCY
Join lifelong learners advancing holistic, family-focused care. Become part of the next generation of FCM practitioners, researchers, and educators!

FELLOWSHIP
Train under expert consultants across the spectrum of care, from home visits to the new Hospice & Palliative Care Step Down Facility. Lateral entry applicants are welcome.

APPLICATION
Submit requirements at http://apply.pgh.gov.ph.

Residency Deadline: Oct 15, 2025
Preresidency: Oct 20-Nov 7

For inquiries, contact our Chief Resident at (02) 8553 8400 loc 2522 to 2524 or dfcmchiefresident.uppgh@up.edu.ph.

We look forward to welcoming you to the UP-PGH Department of Family and Community Medicine!

09/10/2025

Consultants and residents across services gathered today for the DFCM Service Team/Group Mentoring, aligning efforts for accreditation, e-portfolio review, and upcoming promotions and graduations.

The session also served as a venue for wellness, team collaboration, and planning for the much-anticipated Sports Fest - reinforcing DFCM’s strong culture of mentorship, teamwork, and holistic growth.

06/10/2025

Today marks a special milestone for Coleen as she takes her oath as the new Administrative Assistant II of the Department.

Congratulations on your well-deserved promotion, Coleen! Your hard work, dedication, and commitment have truly paid off. We are confident that you will continue to excel and contribute greatly to the growth and success of the department.

Thank you for your continued service and excellence!

03/10/2025

Congratulations to the five new board-certified specialists of the Division of Supportive, Hospice, and Palliative Medicine (SHPM) UP-PGH Department of Family and Community Medicine

Dr. John Michael Deblois - Top 1
Dr. Juan Paulo Pulanco - Top 2
Dr. Salvador Destura - Top 3
Dr. Katherine Gaw
Dr. Rina Ricci Ilarde

We are proud of your stellar performance 🏆 May you continue to serve the people and bring the lessons inculcated in you by the Division of SHPM and the Department of Family and Community Medicine

03/10/2025

🎉 You're Invited to a Golden Celebration! 🎉 The UP PGH Department of Family and Community Medicine is turning 50, and we’re pulling out all the stops for our “Palarong Pinoy: Gintuang Taon sa Pagtataguyod sa Pamilyang Pilipino” Sports Festival!

👨‍⚕️👩‍⚕️ Calling all alumni, consultants, fellows, residents, students, staff, and your friends/families -- warm up your muscles with games like Kadang-Kadang, Limbo Rock, and more! Participate and win raffle prizes from our sponsors!

So mark your calendars, and let’s make this golden year unforgettable. Tara na, mag-Palarong Pinoy tayo!

📅 Date : October 12, 2025 (Sunday)
🕘 Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 NNM
📍 Venue: San Andres Sports Complex, Malate, Manila
🔖 NO REGISTRATION FEE❗️

📋Please send us a message here if you are interested to join