Pediatric 2nd Scientific Forum
Speakers Profile
Meet our distinguished medical experts and pediatric specialists driving innovation in youth health and adolescent care.
Featured Speakers
The Expert Speakers
Dr. Josephine Dela Cerna
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A dedicated clinician, educator, and MRXUH Training Officer who champions early intervention for Congenital and Rheumatic Heart Disease while actively organizing free surgical care for pediatric cardiac patients.
Dr. John Paul Oliveros
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A passionate advocate for youth wellness who focuses on child and adolescent nutrition. He actively conducts lectures across Northern Mindanao and nationwide, empowering communities through guidance on healthy eating habits and proper nutrition.
Dr. Annah Rebecca Doroja
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Unit Head of Developmental Pediatrics at NMMC and PSDBP National Trustee. An accomplished specialist, educator, and Autism Advocate Awardee dedicated to child behavioral health and stress interventions.
- Specialization: Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
- Education & Training:
- Doctor of Medicine from Xavier University – Dr. Jose P. Rizal School of Medicine
- Residency in Pediatrics & Fellowship Training in Developmental Pediatrics at UP-PGH
- Key Roles & Positions:
- Unit Head: Developmental Pediatrics at Northern Mindanao Medical Center (NMMC)
- Department Chair: Department of Pediatrics at Capitol University Medical Center (CUMC, 2016–2026)
- Associate Professor: Xavier University School of Medicine
- Board of Trustees Member: Philippine Society for Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (PSDBP, National) & Philippine Pediatric Society (PPS-NCM)
- Vice President: YAKAPILIPINAS
- Awards:
- Autism Advocate Awardee (PACDLD, 2023)
Dr. Thaddeus Jose Bayana
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Chairman of Pediatrics at CUMC and UP-PGH trained Pediatric Neurologist. A dedicated specialist and Let's Save the Brain Trustee focused on pediatric headache management, brain health, and neurological care in youth.
- Specialization: General Pediatrics & Pediatric Neurology
- Education & Training:
- BS Nursing — Velez College
- Doctor of Medicine — Xavier University School of Medicine
- Pediatric Residency & Pediatric Neurology Fellowship — UP-PGH
- Key Roles & Experience:
- Chairman, Department of Pediatrics — Capitol University Medical Center (CUMC)
- Active Consultant in Pediatric Neurology — CUMC
- Trustee — Let’s Save the Brain Foundation
- Professional Affiliations:
- Member — Child Neurology Society of the Philippines (CNSP)
- Member — Philippine Neurological Association (PNA)
- Member — Philippine Pediatric Society (PPS – North Central Mindanao)
Dr. Amelita Maria Hamoy
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Assistant Chair of Pediatrics at Adventist Medical Center – Iligan and Philippine Heart Center–trained Pediatric Pulmonologist. A past PPS-NCM President dedicated to youth respiratory health, lung care, and vaping prevention.
- Specialization: General Pediatrics & Pediatric Pulmonology
- Education & Training:
- BS Zoology — UP Los Baños
- Doctor of Medicine — Xavier University Dr. Jose P. Rizal College of Medicine
- Pediatric Residency — Maria Reyna Xavier University Hospital
- Pediatric Pulmonology Fellowship — Philippine Heart Center
- Key Roles & Positions:
- Assistant Chair, Department of Pediatrics — Adventist Medical Center Iligan
- Past President — Philippine Pediatric Society (PPS – North Central Mindanao Chapter, 2020–2022)
- Past President — Iligan Medical Society (2024–2025)
- Hospital Affiliations:
- Adventist Medical Center – Iligan City
- Iligan Medical Center & Hospital
Dr. Robert Tagocon
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A community-driven health advocate committed to outreach programs for immunization, dengue prevention, and HIV awareness in remote areas.
Dr. Michael Te
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Hospital Administrator at Corazon C. Aquino Hospital and UP-PGH trained specialist in Ambulatory Pediatrics. An expert advocate in child health research, parent-child health initiatives, and modern youth safety.
- Specialization: Pediatrics — Ambulatory Pediatrics
- Education & Training:
- BS Molecular Biology & Biotechnology — UP-Diliman
- Doctor of Medicine — UP-Manila
- Residency & Subspecialty Fellowship Training — UP-PGH
- Key Roles & Experience:
- Hospital Administrator / OIC — Corazon C. Aquino Hospital
- Former Project Coordinator — Parenting for Lifelong Health (Philippines)
- Former Medical Affairs Manager — QualiMed Santa Rosa
- Professional Affiliations:
- Member — Philippine Pediatric Society (PPS – North Central Mindanao)
- Member — Philippine Medical Association (Dipolog City Medical Society)
Empowering Healthcare Professionals to Safeguard Youth
Join us for an immersive day of scientific lectures and clinical insights aimed at identifying, managing, and preventing modern risk behaviors in adolescents. Earn accredited CPD units while learning directly from leading pediatric specialists in Northern Mindanao.
Early Bird Registration Ends Soon!
Take advantage of the discounted Php 2,000 Early Bird rate before August 31, 2026. Join us on September 25, 2026, at the Grand Pavilion Events Place, Ozamiz City, and earn your accredited CPD units!
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