LYCEAN NEWS | UP MANILA CHANCELLOR GRACES CPD-ACCREDITED MEDICAL COURSE AT L-NU’S NEW COLLEGE OF MEDICINE BUILDING

The postgraduate course on diabetes early detection and complication prevention brought together the UP Manila Chancellor, UP College of Medicine Class of 2003, and distinguished medical experts at L-NU.

The Lyceum-Northwestern University Dr. Francisco Q. Duque Medical Foundation (L-NU FQDMF) College of Medicine welcomed Dr. Michael L. Tee, Chancellor of the University of the Philippines Manila, who graced the CPD-accredited Postgraduate Course on Diabetes Early Detection and Complication Prevention held on October 17, 2026, at the University’s new College of Medicine building.

The event was attended by members of the UP College of Medicine Class of 2003, who also served as resource speakers, alongside medical professionals, physicians, specialists, L-NU medical students, and students from allied health programs. The gathering provided a valuable opportunity to exchange knowledge and strengthen understanding of the early detection of diabetes and the prevention of its complications.

The program opened with welcome remarks from Dr. Agnes G. De Guzman-Dimaano, Officer-in-Charge Dean of the L-NU FQDMF College of Medicine, who welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of continuing professional development and collaborative learning in advancing medical education and healthcare practice.

The postgraduate course was organized through the collaboration of the University of the Philippines Manila, UP College of Medicine, UPCM Class of 2003, Mu Sigma Phi Fraternity, UP Medical Alumni Society, Lyceum-Northwestern University, and L-NU FQDMF College of Medicine.

The sessions featured distinguished resource speakers Dr. Louricha Opina Tan, Dr. Mark Anthony Sandoval, Dr. Camilo Te, Dr. Carlo Nemesion Trinidad, Dr. Mary Janice Legaspi Zamuco, Dr. Fernando Acance, Dr. Jerome Sison, Dr. Patrick Santiago, and Dr. Marc Louie Del Rosario, who shared their expertise on diabetes detection and the prevention of related complications. The program concluded with closing remarks from the UPCM Class of 2003 representative.

The presence of the UP Manila Chancellor and the participation of the UP College of Medicine Class of 2003 at L-NU’s new College of Medicine building marked a meaningful occasion for the University, highlighting the value of academic partnerships, professional development, and shared efforts to advance medical education and healthcare delivery.

Through initiatives such as this postgraduate course, L-NU FQDMF College of Medicine continues to support lifelong learning, strengthen professional partnerships, and contribute to the development of healthcare practitioners equipped to serve communities with competence and compassion.

Advancing medical knowledge. Strengthening partnerships. Promoting better health for all.