Announcement!

The science of Physical Therapy has advanced a lot and additional subjects such as Pharmacology are now recognized to be necessary in order to be accepted as a physical therapist in the United States. In this regard, the College of Physical Therapy is planning to open its doors to its alumni who wish to take additional PT subjects that were not covered when they were students but are now required by the FCCPT.

Third Year Subjects:

1. Anatomy 2 (Internal Organs, Face, Neuroanatomy)
2. Anatomy 3 (Kinesiology)
3. Physiology 2 (Organ System Physiology)
4. Pathology/Microbiology 1 (Gen. Pathology & Gen. Microbiology)
5. Therapeutic Exercise 1 (Physiology of Exercise, types & postures)
6. Electrotherapy 1

Fourth Year Subjects:

1. Medical/Surgical 3 (Gen. Surgical Conditions, Radiology, & Orthopedic Conditions
2. Therapeutic Exercise 3 (Advanced Therapeutic Exercise, PNF)
3. Orthotics/Prosthetics (Splint, Casting, Bandaging, Bracing, Artificial Limbs)
4. Clinical Education
5. Seminar 2 (Clinical Correlation, Team Approach)
6. Research in PT/Thesis Writing
7. Pharmacology

Fifth Year Subjects:

1. Seminar 3 and 4 (Clinical Correlation, PBL Approach)
   
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Donor Roll!

A great way to start the New Year!

A Big THANK YOU to our alumni from various parts of the U. S. A. for sharing their gift of knowledge! They sent us a package of books and orthoses/prostheses this January to the College of PT. We are eager to add these to our growing collection.

Upon inspection, the mini-library we received includes:

1. Adult Hemiplegia Evaluation and Treatment 3rd edition by Berta Bobath
2. Electrotherapy Explained 2nd edition by Low and Reed
3. The Low Back Pain Handbook by Cole and Herring
4. The Merck Manual of Geriatrics 3rd edition
5. MOSBY'S Pocket Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing and Allied Health
6. Orthopedic Review for Physical Therapists by Loth and Wadsworth
7. Electrophysical Agents in Physiotherapy 2nd edition by Wadsworth and Chanmugan
8. Measurement of Joint Motion: A Guide to Goniometry by Norkin and White
9. Physical Therapy Administration and Management by Hickok
10. APTA Continuing Ed series notes
11. Orthopedic Physical Assessment by Magee
12. Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology 9th edition
13. Handbook of Orthopedic Rehabilitation by Brotzman
14. Functional Soft Tissue Examination and Treatment by Manual Methods 2nd edition by Hammer
15. Evaluation, Treatment and Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders (hardcover) 3rd edition, Volumes 1 and 2
16. Physical Rehabilitation Assessment and Treatment 3rd edition by Sullivan
17. Mayo Clinic Health Letter
18. various patient handbooks, pamphlets and journals
    

CD's:

1. protocols
2. knee
3. TBI
4. PT BE
5. Manual PT, Wound Healing and E-stim

Abslide exerciser

various orthoses courtesy of Mr. Richmond Li (UERMPT '95)

Thank you very much for all the support!

College of PT Celebrates Christmas Party 2008

The College of Physical Therapy ends the year with a bang as they celebrate Christmas Party with friends and family. This year, all go retro in celebration of this year's 20th anniversary of the College.

Join us next year!

for more pictures, pls. click Christmas Party 2008

Announcement: FREE Career Talk and Orientation about Medical Transcription Program

Calling all Physical Therapy alumni!

You are invited to a free Career Talk and Orientation about the PGMA Training For Work Scholarship Program for Medical Transcriptionists that will be held tomorrow, 1:00 PM at Room 403 of the UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy.

The talk will create awareness of the career path of the medical transcriptionist and how it will be beneficial to graduates of allied medical courses.

Benefits will include:

1. Added skills that will help upgrade the credentials of the PT interns and alumni.
2. Opportunity to earn while you work at home.
3. Competitive advantage to work abroad.

The program's requirements are as follows:

• 18-55 years old
• at least high school graduate (graduates and undergraduates of allied medical courses preferred)
  
• should pass the screening tests:
• one (1) 2x2 and (2) 1x1 ID pictures (upon enrollment)

This project is brought to us in part by Ms. Hana Iglesias-Silva (PT '98) and the College of PT.

Donor Roll: Dr. Jose Tandoc

The College of Physical Therapy gives its sincere thanks and appreciation to the gift of knowledge as shared by our latest donor, Dr. Jose Tandoc. The four (4) books are to be stored in the UERM Library for the use of all the students in the Medical Center.

He gave us the following volumes:

1. American Medical Association Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment (4th ed.)
2. Practical Electromyography by Ernest Johnson (2nd ed.)
3. Clinical Electromyography Nerve Conduction Studies by Shin J. Oh, MD (2nd ed.)
4. Sports Medicine by Richard Strauss, MD (1st ed.)

Dr. Tandoc is a long-time partner of the UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy. He is a sponsor of the College's Annual Book Award, which gives opportunities for deserving students to buy needed references.

Thank you, Dr. Tandoc!

PT Alumnus Brings Back First Aid and CPR Training

Trainees give return demo of CPR.
After the much needed break, participants pair up and prepare mats for the return demo. Participants intently listening to:

a. a very important point of Community First Aid/CPR

b. one of Sir Edward's famous jokes

Sir Edward expounding on an important principle.

One of the trainers demonstrate on a dummy while Sir Edward looks on.

The College of Physical Therapy hosted a workshop on Community First Aid Training and (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) CPR on November 29, 2008 as taught by fellow alumnus, Edward Cyril Cuenca, PTRP (1998). Among the participants were College of PT Alumni, new PT graduates, and Barangay workers from nearby barangays.

Participants received two certification cards by the American Safety and Health Institute:

1. Basic First Aid: Pediatric First Aid, Adult First Aid, and Universal First Aid

2. CPR Pro: Adult CPR AED, Child CPR AED, Infant CPR

National Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week

The best way to learn from one's experience about drug abuse... to learn from the doctors who specialize in its treatment.



The College of Physical Therapy led the medical center in the observance of the National Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Week (November 9 – 15) through a symposium themed: “Pamilyang Nagkakaisa Laban sa Droga.” A large body of students, faculty and administration officials attended the two-hour symposium at the Room 401 of the College of Physical Therapy.

Guest speakers were staff members of the Department of Health’s Tagaytay Treatment and Rehabilitation Center. Dr. Carmelita Belgica and Dr. Ronnie Del Mundo talked to the audience of the nature of drug addiction, the characteristics of people who are dependent upon them, and the steps in preventing the spread of this menace to society. Students were given tips on how to counteract peer pressure and using the inherent factors in this social disease.

College of PT Hosts Symposium on Spinal Segment Sensitization Approach in MPS

Dr. Bundoc, Dean Malaya and President Divinagracia together with Dr. Rene Punsalan, chief of the Neurosciences Department and Dr. Frank Nacario, staff of the Department of Anesthesiology, members of the panel of Medical-Specialist reactors to Dr. O'Young's lecture

Dr. O'Young with the youthful faculty and staff of the College of PT

Dr. O'Young demonstrates assessment on Dr. Bundoc while Mr. Magdangal of the College of PT assists him.

The lecture opened to a packed audience in the Auditorium of the New College of Nursing Building.

Last October 29 was a big day for UERMMMC as the College of Physical Therapy together with the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine of the College of Medicine again brought another distinguished guest to talk about recent advances in Medicine in the person of Dr. Brian O'Young. He talked about the Spinal Segmental Sensitization (SSS) Approach for Myofascial Pain Syndrome.

Dr. O'Young is an accomplished physiatrist in his own right. He is currently a clinical associate professor at the New York University School of Medicine. He is also part of the faculty of NYU Kathryn Walter Stein Chronic Pain Laboratory. He practices as an attending physician at the Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine and at the NYU Downtown Hospital. The book: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Secrets has Dr. O'Young as its chief editor.

Dr. O'Young was warmly received by the school, by the administration, employees and students as he talked about the topic at hand. Dr. Josephine Bundoc introduced the speaker to the audience. Our very own, Dr. Rene Punsalan, Head of the Department of Neurology and Dr. Frank Nacario, staff of the Department of Anesthesiology formed the panel of Medical Specialist Reactors.

Bulletin: November 12, 2008

The UERMMMC - College of Physical Therapy is in need of an Instructor for Professional Courses. Interested parties may submit an updated resume, letter of intent, and credentials at the CPT - Dean's Office.

Testimonial Dinner 2008

Our latest colleagues recently celebrated their new professional life with a testimonial dinner last September 12, 2008, at Rustica at Sct. Reyes, Quezon City.

God bless you wherever you may go...


Photo album

Job Opening for Physical Therapists!

Announcement:

St. Luke's Medical Center is currently looking for at least 30 physical therapists to man their new medical center in Global City, Taguig. Applicants will train at St. Luke's Medical Center (E. Rodriguez) before being deployed.

For those interested, call SLMC Trunkline: 723-0101 / 723-0301
HRD local numbers: 5524 / 4718 / 4742

July 2008 Philippine Board of Physical Therapy Licensure Examinations Results

The College has done it again! The latest batch of PT hopefuls from UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy performed well, as always. The College landed the 4th place among top performing schools in the Philippines (10 - 50 applicants). We netted a 76% passing percentage against the national passing rate of 48.29%.

The List of Students who passed: (in alphabetical order)
Andres, Jean Irene B. (Batch ‘06)
Arriola, Elaine Ruth G. (Batch ’99)
Azurin, Carolyn A. (Batch ‘08) - Batch valedictorian
Baladjay, Dorothy Chrizelle C. (Batch ‘08)
Bonifacio, Michelle Mae T. (Batch ‘08)
Caancan, Marc Francis S. (Batch ‘08)
Chua, William Gerard C. (Batch ‘08)
Coronel, Mariel Anne M. (Batch ‘08) - Batch salutatorian
Delmindo, Rowena R. (Batch ’07)
Dizon, Mark Ian Gil F. (Batch ‘08)
Guibelondo, Jan Chloe M. (Batch ‘08)
Hidalgo, Jed Joshua C. (Batch ’07)
Latorre, Ela Mari C. (Batch ‘08)
Maleon, Ria Cecilia S. (Batch ‘08)
Navarro, Kevin Justin F. (Batch ‘08)
Panopio, Glendale B. (Batch ’07)
Reyes, Enrique Sebastian C. (Batch ‘08)
Tan, Christian Bryan P. (Batch ‘08)
Viguilla, Estella Grace M. (Batch ‘08)

We are very proud of you!

30th National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week celebrations led by College of PT

Last July 14 – 18, 2008 was a weekful of activities for the University as the College of Physical Therapy together with the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine – College of Medicine spearheaded the annual celebration of the National Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Week.

The week was opened on Monday, July 14, 2008 with two inspirational guests, Ret. Col. Augusto Flores and Ms. Adeline Dumapong, both of Akapinoy. Ms. Dumapong, it should be noted, is a noted power lifter, a prodigy in athletics, who netted many national and international championships including a bronze medal in the last Paralympics. She will be representing the country in this year’s Paralympics in September 2008.

This year the theme, “Kapag May Access, May Success” is a reminder of the continuing need for the people to be aware of the importance of opportunities and what they mean especially for people with disabilities (PWDs).

Led by the drive of former College Secretary Dr. Josephine R. Bundoc, the activities of the week included lay forums, free medical services, Hataw Exercises and a symposium featuring foreign speakers.

Lay forums focused on two conditions that are frequently confused together. Dr. Geoffrey Battad of the UERM Department of Rehabilitation Medicine talked about osteoarthritis and its treatment. Dr. Laura Yumul of Villamor Air Base educated the people about the myths and facts of osteoporosis. She especially touched on its significance to postmenopausal women.

Together with various pharmaceutical companies, the College sponsored various free medical services, like Free ECG, FBS Screening, and in line with the Osteoporosis talk, an Osteoporosis Bone Screening.

Together with the correspondence of Ms. Roma Concepcion Verano (PT’02), Fitness First Fairview led two days of promoting a healthy lifestyle through exercise. GX Team Elite guided young beautiful people through rigorous routines of body jam, aero groove and aero combat, as done in Fitness First.

As a highlight of the week, two speakers from abroad were featured. Dr. Thomas Alexander Hale, Rehab Physician from Royal Melbourne Hospital talked about Diabetic Foot Management. He discussed new techniques, protocol and basic principles in treating this condition as performed in their unit in Melbourne. Dr. Gail Grisetti talked about Physical Changes in Adult Filipinos and the Role of the Physical Therapist. The symposium was held at the New College of Nursing Amphitheater.

Project: Green Building

Dear Colleagues and Friends:


Greetings from alumni and Friends of UERMMMC Foundation, Inc.

Many years ago, the Alumni and Friends obtained a one (1) hectare property in Antipolo which we envisioned to be the site of the Community Based Health Program (CBHP) of the UERM Medical Center. We envisioned that it will benefit the students and faculty of all the Colleges. We envisioned further that it will be the training site for CBHP in the country.

At last we have come to a crucial point in our project for which we seek your commitment. After all, the project is truly for UERM. We present to you for your consideeration, a project of a Green Building that will house the activities of the CBHP.


For a contribution of a minimum of PhP 5,000.00 or equivalent in dollars, you will have helped realize our collective dream to make UERM a model for this kind of health delivery, the primary health care which our country badly needs.

Be a part of this dream, let us help build this building.

Thank you very much.


Truly yours,



JOVEN R. CUANANG, MD
President
A&F UERMMMC Foundation, Inc.

A&F of UERMMMC Foundation Office
College of Medicine Bldg., Upper Mezzanine, 62 Aurora Blvd., Q. C.
Telefax No: 7160771 or 7150861 loc. 319 / Cellphone: 09206748830
E-mail address: uermalumniandfriends@yahoo.com
Contact Person: Ida Tabuzo

(photo to follow)

Pictures During the Gala Night

The Hymns and Symphony and the first public performance of the UERMMMC CPT Hymn

The Alumni Association President leads alumni in the Pledge of Loyalty

Tejeros Hall, AFP

Mrs. Serafina P. Maxino had a big role towards creating today's College of Physical Therapy with Dr. Alcazaren and Dr. Malaya. At her left stands Dr. Romeo A. Divinagracia, our present President.

The UERM College of PT Faculty and Staff with Da Juan who started it all...

Dr. Juan A. Alcazaren, Jr.

Dr. Arnel V. Malaya, Dr. Juan A. Alcazaren, Jr., and Dr. Josephine R. Bundoc

UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy Hymn

Oh hear our voice
That sings with utmost pride
With all our joys and tears
Your presence is our guide
We will rejoice
And run the race of giving care to all
We sing to you as we reach out
To serve is our reward

Your vision is to be known internationally
And as we scatter, we’ll proclaim it globally
Our mission is to be the best we can be
For our knowledge came from thee

Oh UERMMMC
College of Physical Therapy
We will hail your name with dignity
‘Cause of who we are we owe to God and thee

Oh UERMMMC
College of Physical Therapy
With honor and help from God and thee
We will waive our banners so high for thee

(Words and music by Adelaido P. Ubalde Jr. and Jack Daniel Calinawan, PT2004)

Now, We are 20!

Last June 20, 2008, the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center celebrated its 20th Anniversary Gala Night at the Tejeros Hall of Camp Aguinaldo. It was the culminating activity of a yearlong celebration by the College of Physical Therapy.

The program, which started at 6 pm, opened with an invocation by Suzanne Kristine Baysa and the Philippine National Anthem by Archelle Jane C. Callejo. A video was presented on the history of the College that let the audience feel the trip through 20 years of achievements, adventures and accolades.

The Dean, Dr. Arnel V. Malaya welcomed the guests as he acknowledged their presence. The President, Dr. Romeo A. Divinagracia; the College of Nursing Dean, Dr. Carmelita Divinagracia; the Dean of the Graduate School, Dean Teresa L. Yap; the SVP, Ms. Violetta Suquila; the Comptroller, Ms. Iris Militar; and the Registrar, Ms. Imelda Delos Reyes were also present to share in the celebrations. The UERM community, since it commemorated its 50th anniversary, was in a festive mood and a fitting way to cap the moments was the celebration of its youngest college.

A tribute to the Architects of the College was presented, amid long memories and glistening eyes. Former UE President Isidro D. Cariño was honored for his role in providing the drive and thrust the College needed through its inception. Dr. Juan A. Alcazaren Jr. was the first OIC of the College of PT from 1988 to 1989, and a mentor to Dr. Malaya, the present dean. Mrs. Serafina P. Maxino, was recognized for her role in the struggling years of the College both as one of the people in charge of the selection process of the first students of the school and one of the first instructors.

As part of the festivities, the PT Community recognized another recent feat of its graduates as they awarded two alumni for garnering top places in the February 2008 National Board Examinations for Physical Therapists. Shiela Marie L. Laurido (PT2001) ranked 4th with an average of 82.55% and Gregorio Tercero S. Dorado (PT2003) ranked 9th place with an average of 81.75%. They exemplify the continuing UERM spirit of competitiveness and excellence.

They were not the only alumni honored, however. Four alumni were also recognized for their service to the field of Physical Therapy and beyond, thus bringing honor to the school where they came from. The awardees are:
Gerard Martin, RPT, PTRP
Joven S. M. Tan, RPT, PTRP
Martin Aguda, PTRP
Rajawen C. Africa, PTRP
To make sure the awards didn’t stop there, the College of Physical Therapy Outstanding Alumni Awards were launched by Dr. Josephine R. Bundoc, former College Secretary. There were different categories that were presented in which alumni achievers can aspire to, but in the end, there can only be One who will be recognized with Da Juan Award: for the Best among the Best in all categories. The awards will be presented on the 25th anniversary of the College on 2013.

With a rising collective pride in the spirit of the College, the Hymns and Symphony, College of PT Chorale presented the first public performance of the UERM – CPT Hymn. Alumni Adelaido P. Ubalde Jr. (PT2004) and Jack Daniel L. Calinawan (PT2004) composed the sonorous tune, its lyrics echoing the goals of the College as fulfilled in every UERM PT Graduate. The night ended after dancing and partying with music provided by the Wodo tribe band.

Members of organizing committee were composed of College of PT faculty namely: Dr. Racquel S. Cabazor, Archelle Jane C. Callejo, John Christopher D. De Luna, Josephine R. Mata, Esther Melody R. Nicolas, Grace V. Ramos, Michael V. Resuello, and Fria Rose Santos headed by Rongie Bren S. Magdangal. (pics to follow. :) )

Graduates 2008

On April 25, 2008, the College of Physical Therapy produced 21 new graduates! Together with the Medicine and Nursing colleges, the commencement exercises were held at the PICCPlenary Hall last April 25, 2008 where PRC Commissioner (and former DECS Secretary) Dr. Nilo Rosas was the guest speaker.

List of Graduates:
1. Amoyo, Ruvijane I.
2. Azurin, Carolyn A. - Class Valedictorian
3. Baladjay, Dorothy Chrizelle C. - Class 2008 Top 9
4. Bonifacio, Michelle Mae T.
5. Bustamante, Fenny D. - Class 2008 Top 5
6. Caancan, Marc Francis S - Class 2008 Top 9
7. Chua, William Gerard C.
8. Coronel, Mariel Anne M. - Class Salutatorian
9. Custodio, Denesse S.
10. Dizon, Mark Ian Gil F. - Class 2008 Top 6
11. Guibelondo, Jan Chloe M. - Class 2008 Top 3
12. Latorre, Ela Mari C. - Class 2008 Top 4
13. Laurena, Jennifer Anne P.
14. Ludovice, Anthony Pierre M.
15. Maleon, Ria Cecilia S. - Class 2008 Top 7
16. Navarro, Kevin Justin F.
17. Occiano, Wilkes V.
18. Reyes, Enrique Sebastian C.
19. Rivera, Kathryn Iris D.
20. Tan, Christian Bryan P.
21. Viguilla, Estella Grace M. - Class 2008 Top 8


To the aforementioned graduates, congratulations and welcome to the Alumni Association!

We'll be rooting for you during the Boards!

February 2008 Philippine Board Examination Topnotchers

The UERMMMC College of Physical Therapy congratulates fellow alumni Sheila Marie L. Laurido (BSPT 2001) and Gregorio Tercero S. Dorado (BSPT 2003) for topping the Philippine National Physical Therapists Board Examinations this February 2008.

Sheila Marie Laurido was ranked 4th with a grade of 82.55% while Gregorio Dorado (a.k.a. "G3") placed 9th with a grade of 81.75%. We got an overall passing percentage of 66.67% over the national passing percentage of 38.26%.

Other UERMMMC College of PT graduates who passed the examination are the following:

• Bueza, Charmaine Anne P. (2007)
  
• Diuco, Eula Monica C. (2007)
  
• Piencenaves, Audwin John R. (2007)
  
• Rey, Maria Monica C. (2007)
  
• Rigets, Katrina Grace G. (2007)
  
• Zuela, Mary Aiza A. (2007)
  

The UERM community and the alumni association are very proud of you. God bless you in your future endeavors!

Donor Roll!

The College of Physical Therapy thanks the latest donors for the following donations to be used to expand the knowledge and skills of our soon to be PT's.

Donations:

• Brian Mulligan, PT Mobilisation With Movement (DVD)
  
• Mulligan Practitioner (DVD)
  
• Mulligan Mobilisation Belt
• Maitland's Vertebral Manipulation 7th edition

Donors:

• Karl Nuque '95
• Joselito Iringan '95
• Gerald Urquico '98
• John Aquino '98
• Lawrence and Joy Ultra '96 and '95
• Felix Alcantara '01

Thank you very much and God bless.