University of the Philippines Medical Alumni Society in America
41st Annual Grand Convention
July 3 – 6, 2026 • Hyatt Regency San Francisco – Embarcadero
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Registration
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Registration/Exhibits
7:30 AM – 3:30 PM — Board of Governors Meeting
6:00 PM – 12:00 AM — Pabidahan
“Pabidahan Theme: The Force Is With Us” (Star Wars Inspired Theme)
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Registration/Exhibits
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM — Breakfast for CME Registrants
7:45 AM – 12:00 PM — CME Sessions Day 1
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM — Alumni Business Luncheon
3:00 PM — Class Reunions
7:30 AM – 4:00 PM — Registration/Exhibits
6:30 AM – 7:15 AM — Mass
7:00 AM – 9:00 AM — Breakfast for CME Registrants
7:45 AM – 12:00 PM — CME Sessions Day 2
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM — Mu/Phi Luncheons
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM — Medallion Ceremony for Silver and Golden Jubilarians
6:00 PM – 12:00 AM — Gala and Awards
Theme: “The Time Travelers Ball ” (Formal wear from different time periods)
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM Farewell Breakfast
The AAFP has reviewed Tomorrow’s Medicine Today and deemed it acceptable for up to 7.25 Live AAFP Prescribed credits.
Term of Approval is from 07/04/2026 to 07/05/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AMA/AAFP Equivalency – Providers may choose to include the following in addition to the AAFP credit statement:
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.
The Hyatt San Francisco Embarcadero – San Francisco, California
(All times in Pacific Time)
7:00 AM — Registration / Continental Breakfast / Exhibit Hall
Bonus Pre-CME Lectures
- Updates in the Implementation of the Universal Newborn Hearing Screening in the Philippines
Rosario R. Ricalde, M.D. - Addressing Newborn Hearing Screening Challenges through the Development of Novel Technologies: A Homegrown Newborn Hearing Screening Device
Philip B. Fullante, M.D.
7:45 AM — Introduction / Pre-Test
Moderator: George G.A. Pujalte, M.D.
Session 1: Revolutionizing Care — Innovations in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technologies
8:00 AM
Breaking Barriers: Portable HIV Resistance Testing for Every Corner of the Philippines
Edsel Maurice T. Salvana, M.D.
8:20 AM
From Cradle to Community: The Future of Preventative Pediatric Medicine
Kariktan Cruz, M.D.
8:40 AM
Targeted Tomorrow: Research-Driven Innovations Transforming Diagnostics, Therapy, and Precision Medicine
Anna K.P. Serquina, M.D., Ph.D.
9:00 AM
The New Rx Revolution: Rethinking Weight, Wellness, and Chronic Disease with GLP-1 Therapies
Kenneth L. Ligaray, M.D.
9:20 AM
Wired for Wellness: The New Era of Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Virtual Care
Remberto C. Paulo, Jr., M.D.
9:40 AM — Q&A Panel
10:00 AM — Exhibit Hall / Break
Moderator: Jennifer Co-Vu, M.D.
Session 2: Shaping Health Ahead — The Future of Preventive and Personalized Medicine
10:30 AM
Mind, Mobility, Medication, and What Matters most : The 4 M Framework of Personalizing Geriatric Care.
Diana J. Galindo, M.D.
10:50 AM
Tomorrow’s Cure Today: The Transformative Promise of Gene Therapy
Feorillo Galivo, M.D., Ph.D.
11:10 AM
Beyond the Stethoscope: Pranic Healing and Mindfulness in Contemporary Medicine
Glenn Mendoza, M.D.
11:30 AM
Next-Generation Sleep Care: From Precision Diagnostics to Personalized Therapy
Ninotchka L. Sigua, M.D.
11:50 AM — Q&A Panel
12:10 PM — Lunch / Exhibit Hall / Adjourn General Session
6:30 AM — Mass
7:30 AM — Continental Breakfast / Exhibit Hall
7:45 AM — Introduction
Moderator: George G.A. Pujalte, M.D.
Session 3: Reimagining Healthcare Delivery and Access — Building a Smarter, Fairer Future
8:00 AM
Advances in Congenital Heart Defect Care: Expanding Access and Enhancing Outcomes
Ernerio T. Alboliras, M.D.
8:20 AM
Opening Pathways: Expanding Access to Curative Therapies for Neuropathies and Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Eric E. Floranda, M.D.
8:40 AM
Algorithms and Outreach: Reimagining Psychiatric Access Through Technology
Katherine M. Napalinga, M.D.
9:00 AM
Health Where It Happens: The Impact of Social Determinants on Care Delivery and Outcomes
Donnaville Ortiz-Zaballa, M.D.
9:20 AM — Q&A Panel
9:40 AM — Exhibit Hall / Break
Moderator: Jennifer Co-Vu, M.D.
Session 4: Educating the Next Generation of Healthcare Leaders — Cultivating Vision, Innovation, and Impact
10:00 AM
The Thinking Machine: Cultivating Innovation and Leadership in the Future of Pulmonary Medicine
Jonathan T.A. Castro, M.D.
10:20 AM
Scalpels and Stewardship: Leadership in Filipino Surgical and Healthcare Training
Dione A. Parreño-Sacdalan, M.D.
10:40 AM
Lighting the Path: Mentorship and Teaching for a Broader Impact in Infectious Diseases
Bernard Jonas Macatangay, M.D.
11:00 AM
Beyond the Nephron: Cultivating Future Healthcare Leaders Through Vision, Innovation, and Mentorship
Brian Michael I. Cabral, M.D.
11:20 AM
Gen Z in the Lecture Hall: Strategies for Teaching, Engaging, and Inspiring the Digital Generation in Medical School
Maribel Amante-Aurelio, M.D.
11:40 AM — Q&A Panel
12:00 PM — Lunch / Exhibit Hall / Adjourn General Session
Who can attend the CME activity?
Anyone who registered for AGC 2026 is welcome to attend, but only those who purchased a full package or individual CME ticket will be eligible to receive a CME certificate and can avail of the breakfast on CME days.
Who are eligible to receive a CME certificate?
Only those who:
- registered and paid for the CME event (or are speaking/moderating a CME session),
- were physically present at the event, and
- completed the evaluation
Do I need to fill out an evaluation?
Yes, this is mandatory if you want to receive a CME certificate.
The evaluation will consist of an evaluation for the entire CME activity, and a brief evaluation for each session (total of 18 speakers and 4 Q&A/panel discussions).
Your evaluation of the sessions will serve as your attendance of the sessions.
To those who registered and paid for this CME event, please remember: no evaluation, no CME certificate.
We want to make sure we have proper documentation of the attendance of bearers of the CME certificates through their evaluation, to comply with the regulations of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP).
How do I access the evaluation?
We will be paperless this year! The evaluation will be an online evaluation that can be accessed starting July 5, 2026 (CME day 2) through this link:
Can someone assist me in filling out the online evaluation?
Yes! CME staff will stay in the conference hall after the CME activity ends on July 5, 2024, from 12:00 to 12:30 pm, and assist attendees who need help in completing the online evaluation.
How are the CME credits calculated?
There will be a total of 22 sessions (18 speakers and 4 Q&A/panel discussions). Each session will be awarded 1/3 credit. Per AAFP’s policy, the total credits will be rounded to the nearest quarter.
Examples:
- Those who attended/evaluated 20 sessions (20 x 1/3 = 6.67) will be granted 6.75 credits.
- Those who attended/evaluated 21 sessions (21 x 1/3 = 7.00) will be granted 7.00 credits.
- Those who attended/evaluated 22 sessions (22 x 1/3 = 7.33) will be granted 7.25 credits.
Is there a deadline for the submission of the evaluation?
Yes. If you want to get your CME certificate, you must submit the online evaluation by July 24, 2026.
How can I get my CME certificate?
In keeping with our paperless policy, all CME certificates will be e-mailed to eligible participants in PDF format by the CME Committee. We realize that for many of you, the CME certificate is a requirement to get a reimbursement for fees for this event from your institution, so the CME committee staff will work to get this certificate e-mailed to you as soon as you submit the online evaluation and certainly no later than July 31, 2026.
Hyatt Regency San Francisco (Embarcadero)
Our original discounted room block of $199/night has been fully booked for select convention dates.
We’re excited to share that Hyatt Regency San Francisco has opened a third, limited room block featuring Bay View Balcony Rooms at a special rate of
$249/night + taxes and fees (regularly $600+ per night).
Availability is limited and offered until supplies last. Book early!
Important: Discounted hotel rates are available only to registered AGC 2026 attendees. After completing AGC registration, you will be directed to the hotel booking page where available room types and rates will be displayed.
Explore San Francisco. Plan your trip. Learn about things to do while you’re here.
SF is home to some of the best restaurants and chefs. Be sure to check them out during your visit!
Full Package Tickets
Our Full Package includes Pabidahan, Alumni Luncheon, Gala, and Farewell Brunch; does not include the Mu or Phi Luncheons. Full Package tickets are refundable until May 31, 2026, subject to a $100 processing fee.
Individual Events
Grab separate tickets for individual events: CME sessions, Pabidahan, Luncheons, Gala,and Farewell Brunch. Individual event tickets are non-refundable.
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May 31, 2026.
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Meet our Team!
This convention is a result of the hard work between our event organizers and committee members.