Chong Hua Hospital Department of Internal Medicine

18/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr. King Henry Lopio, Dr. Nijell Potencioso, Dr. Ma. Katrina Mabelin, and Dr. Therese Ann Canoy, under the guidance of their coach, Dr. Marc Lawrence Soco, for winning the 8th Philippine Society of Nephrology – Central and Eastern Visayas Chapter’s Nephrons Got Brains Quiz Competition held at Casino Español on June 17, 2026!

An extraordinary achievement made even more remarkable as they secured their 5th consecutive championship title. Your dedication, teamwork, and excellence continue to inspire and bring honor to your institution.

Five-peat champions! 👏🏅

09/06/2026

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🗓️ July 9-10, 2026
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07/06/2026

Congratulations to our former chief resident, Dr. Ray Perez II, on being awarded the Philippine Heart Association’s Most Outstanding Fellow in Training in Adult Cardiology for 2026!

This latest honor adds to an already distinguished journey, marked by consistently outstanding performance and a passion for excellence in medicine. From earning recognition as Most Outstanding Resident in Internal Medicine in 2023 to achieving top honors in this year's Adult Cardiology Specialty Board Examinations, Dr. Perez continues to set an inspiring example for his colleagues and future generations of physicians.

Your hard work, humility, and pursuit of excellence have truly paid off. Congratulations on this well-earned milestone, Dr. Ray Perez II! Wishing you even greater success in the years ahead.

22/05/2026

22/05/2026

The Department of Internal Medicine proudly congratulates Dr. Lawrence Abellanosa and Dr. Jae Tam for representing Chong Hua Hospital at the College of Physicians Malaysia Annual Scientific Congress 2026 held last May 15–17, 2026 at the Medical Academies Building, Malaysia, with their respective papers: “Adult-Onset Still’s Disease in a 35-Year-Old Male Masquerading as a Cardiovascular Disorder” and “Intussusception in Adulthood: A Detailed Case Report of a 34-year-old Male Presenting with Right Lower Quadrant Pain with No Known Risk Factors".

We are proud to see our residents continue to make meaningful contributions on the international stage through scholarly work that reflects clinical excellence, critical thinking, and dedication to lifelong learning.

Congratulations!

19/05/2026

The Department of Internal Medicine proudly congratulates Dr. Angelica Aluben for presenting her case report, “Pseudo-Pseudo Meigs Syndrome in a Newly Diagnosed Female Patient with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report,” at the 46th Korean College of Rheumatology Annual Scientific Meeting & 20th International Symposium held last May 14–16, 2026 at the Conrad Hotel in Seoul, South Korea.

This well-deserved achievement reflects your passion for lifelong learning, dedication to research, and commitment to meaningful patient care.

13/05/2026

OSCE week for our IM residents! ✨
A week filled with learning, nerves, growth, and showing how far they’ve come in training.

Thank you to our consultants for generously sharing your time, expertise, and guidance in making this important departmental activity possible. Your mentorship continues to shape future internists. ❤️

09/05/2026

Learning never stops when great mentors lead the way.✨

Our department successfully held the Zoom webinar, “Querencia Sessions: Nurturing the Core of Internal Medicine Practice” last January 10, 2026, featuring an insightful discussion by Dr. Christie Luz Rosal, RMT, MD, FPOGS, FPAAB, FPSP, MATMRS.

The session focused on strengthening the training core’s approach to mentoring residents—fostering guidance, growth, compassion, and excellence in Internal Medicine practice. Through an interactive discussion aided by technology, participants were reminded that effective mentorship shapes not only competent physicians, but also future leaders in healthcare.

Thank you to everyone who joined and contributed to this enriching learning experience!

07/05/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Mary Louisse Aguilon for another remarkable achievement!

🏅Top 6 Finalist – Most Outstanding P*P Researches 2026 (Case Report Category)
🥈2nd Place – Moderated Visual Abstract Sessions, 56th P*P Annual Congress - INSPIRE: Most Outstanding P*P Researches

Your dedication to research and excellence continues to inspire. We are proud of you! 👏✨

05/05/2026

Seven-time champions in 30 years. One lasting legacy.

Chong Hua Hospital earns its place as HALL OF FAMER in the Dr. Adrian Peña Quiz by the Philippine College of Physicians.