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PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

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PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

The PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter recently held its 2nd induction last July 23,2016 at the Garden Orchid Hotel in Zamboanga City. National PPS president Dr. Alexander Tuazon was the inducting officer and guest of honor. The PPS-SWM chapter was founded in 2013 with charter president Dr. Fortunato Cristobal, Dr. Mario Arciaga as vice president, Dr. Wilhelmina Hocson as secretary and Dr. Leonora Que as treasurer. The newly inducted officers for 2016 are: Dr. Bernadette Santiago (President) ; Dr. Analiza Santamaria( Vice-President) ; Dr. Dino Hailil ( Secretary)  ; Dr. Lito Concepcion (Asst. Secretary); Dr. Mary Ann To ( Treasurer ); and Dr. Jane Quibilan( Asst. Treasurer) .The board of directors are: Dr. Mario Gemzon, Dr. Al Habsi Hashim, Dr. Nerissa Ong, Dr. Leilyn Tan and  Dr. Bernadette Macrohon.

Aside from the monthly CME lectures conducted, the PPS-SWM chapter will embark on a new radio program  discussing health issues of children on air. This project  is spearheaded by Dr. Mario Gemzon, CME chairman. Other CME projects that are being planned include a regional postgraduate course and a neonatal resuscitation  training ( Aug. 18, 2016) which will be facilitated by  neonatologist Dr.Jeffrey Masilungan, Dr.Mary Ann To and Dr.Jane Quibilan.

PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

Yearly projects conducted with the Zamboanga City Medical Center, Dept. of Pediatrics are Regalo sa Bakunados, where all children who completed their primary immunization are given a gift.This project significantly increased the number of children vaccinated. Another yearly project is the Shoebox Christmas gift for the children at the pediatric ward at ZCMC. Physical examination of school children and free pediatric clinics are regularly being conducted. Noteworthy was the  free clinic conducted during the Zamboanga seige, where PPS members bravely ventured to  evacuee sites amidst the critical condition of a raging war.

PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

PPS South Western Mindanao Chapter Induction 2016

Our gratitude to Dr. Bernadette Santiago and the South Western Mindanao Chapter for this article .

Important Advisory: Beware of Impersonation Attempts via Email

Important Advisory: Beware of Impersonation Attempts via Email

Dear Esteemed Members of the Philippine Pediatric Society,

We would like to bring to your attention an emerging concern regarding online impersonation. It has come to our notice that certain individuals or entities are engaging in deceptive practices by spoofing or falsely representing themselves as members of the PPS Board or staff through fraudulent emails.

To protect our members and the integrity of our organization, we kindly urge you to remain vigilant when receiving unsolicited or suspicious communications—especially those requesting personal information, financial details, or payment instructions.

Please remember:
- The Philippine Pediatric Society will never request payments in foreign currency or sensitive information via email without prior official notice through verified channels.
- Do not click on links or download attachments from unfamiliar or unverified sources.
- If an email appears to come from a PPS representative but seems unusual or out of context, please do not act on it immediately.

If you receive a suspicious email—whether it appears to be from a Board Member, staff, or any PPS-related account—we encourage you to:
- Refrain from responding or clicking on any links. Forward the full email (with headers, if possible) to our official contact email: ppsinc@site.pps.org.ph
- Notify us as soon as possible so we can take appropriate action.

Your awareness and cooperation are vital in safeguarding our professional community from cyber threats.

Thank you for your continued trust and commitment to the PPS. Stay safe, stay informed, and let’s work together to keep our organization secure.

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