The University of Science and Technology of Southern Philippines in Cagayan de Oro conducted its first Consultative Forum on the proposed establishment of the USTP College of Medicine last March 19, 2021 via Zoom.
In attendance were USTP officials and invited participants from the Department of Health (DOH), the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and representatives from the hospitals in the region.
Cong. Rufus B. Rodriguez is the author of House Bill No. 8123
One of the major highlights of the event was the presentation of House Bill No. 8123 and RA 11509 – Doktor Para sa Bayan Act by the keynote speaker Cagayan de Oro 2nd District Representative Hon. Cong. Rufus B. Rodriguez.
Insights, comments, and suggestions were given by the experts and professionals during the open forum facilitated by Dr. Ma. Elena L. Paulma, Vice President for Academic Affairs of USTP, and Dr. Agaton T. Panopio, Jr, USTP Consultant.
Guide questions during the open forum
The proposed establishment of the College of Medicine in USTP CDO is by virtue of House Bill No. 8123 introduced by Cong. Rufus B. Rodriguez.
By Averil C. Buenavista, USTP Cagayan de Oro Main Focal Person