Honoring outstanding physicians

Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) recently feted 175 physicians for demonstrating society-recognized competence and professionalism in their practice at the 3rd MMC Physicians Awards and Recognition Ceremony.

Interim copresident and CEO and medical director Dr. Saturnino P. Javier expressed his gratitude toward MakatiMed physicians for their outstanding contributions and achievements that have brought more prestige to the institution. Dr. Javier also encouraged the awardees to become figures who can inspire MakatiMed’s community of physicians.

Out of the 175, eight physicians with significant roles in national and regional medical societies were recognized in the event. They were: Dr. Raneil Joseph S. Bautista, president, Philippine Radiologic Society of Nuclear; Dr. Janice C. Caoili, president, Philippine Society of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases; Dr. Efren J. Domingo, president, Society of Gynecologic Robotic Surgery of the Philippines; Dr. Rico D. Estrella, MD, president, Philippine Society of Ultrasound in Surgery; Dr. Benjamin G. Herbosa, president, The Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Dr. Jennifer Marie B. Jose, president, Aesthetic Gynecologic Society of the Philippines Inc., and president, Board of Gynecologic Robotic Surgery; Dr. Angelo B. Lozada, president, Hepatology Society of the Philippines; and Dr. Eileen M. Manalo, president, Philippine Society for Fertility Preservation. All of them were included in the president’s honor roll for their exceptional service.

Also honored during the event were physicians who are current clinical leaders, retirees, and physicians who have passed on.

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Dr. Noel L. Rosas, director of the Professional Services Division, reminded the physicians to continue showing excellence, dedication and compassion in their work.