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SPMC Neurosurgery, Davao, Davao City (2026)

07/09/2026

The Southern Philippines Medical Center Department of Neurosurgery is now open for applicants of the 6-year straight Neurosurgery Training Program. Take the opportunity to train in the country’s largest hospital and be exposed to a complete variety of neurosurgical cases under the guidance of our dedicated consultants.

Deadline of Application: September 30, 2026

https://www.spmcneurosurgery.com/about-us/join-the-team

26/06/2026

SPMC Neurosurgery proudly recognizes our neurosurgical nurse, Janelle Althea Ortega, RN, for serving as a speaker at the 18th Asian Australasian Congress of Neurological Surgeons (AACNS 2026), held at the SMX Convention Centre, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines.

On June 18, 2026, Ms. Ortega delivered her highly commended talk entitled, “The Critical Role of Neurosurgery Nurses in Awake Craniotomies within a Resource-Limited Setting.”

Her participation is a significant milestone for SPMC Neurosurgery, as she represented Philippine neurosurgery nursing and highlighted the invaluable role of nurses in the care of neurosurgical patients. Through her presentation, she brought attention to the essential contributions of neurosurgery nurses in highly specialized procedures in our own setting.

SPMC Neurosurgery extends its heartfelt gratitude to Alsie Witara, RN, Nurse V and Head of the Department of Neurological Nursing - Institute of Clinical Neurosciences, for her continued support in allowing us to explore, promote, and highlight the vital role of neurosurgical nursing in our specialty.

We would also like to thank Chief Nurse Charity L. Mata, RN, MAN, Nurse VII, for her support in our push for specialized nursing care within the neurosurgical discipline.

This achievement reflects the continued growth of multidisciplinary collaboration within SPMC Neurosurgery, where excellence in patient care is made possible through the shared commitment of neurosurgeons, nurses, and the entire neurosurgical team.

We celebrate this meaningful recognition of neurosurgical nursing and its vital place in the neurosurgical team.

22/06/2026

SPMC Neurosurgery wins 1st Place for Best Research at AACNS 2026!

SPMC Neurosurgery proudly recognizes its resident staff for their participation in the recently concluded 18th Asian Australasian Congress of Neurological Surgeons (AACNS 2026), held from June 15–18, 2026, at the SMX Convention Centre, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines.

AACNS 2026 brought together neurosurgeons, researchers, and trainees from across the Asian Australasian region, serving as one of the largest neurosurgical congresses in this part of the world.

The department is especially proud of Dr. Joselv Albano (PGY-5) who won 1st Place for Best Oral Research Presentation for his paper on the historical evolution of locally sustained innovations in the Southern Philippines.

The following SPMC Neurosurgery residents also presented their research work during the congress:

Dr. Sarah Patricia Buhian (PGY-3)
“Navigating the Skull Base: Surgical Insights in the Management of Penetrating Traumatic Brain Injury”

Dr. Kameela Monique Malbog (PGY-2)
“Choroid Plexus Cauterization for the Treatment of Hydranencephaly: A Case Series”

Dr. Fatima Carcueva (PGY-2)
“A Multimodal Neurosurgical Approach to Intracranial Tuberculoma and Abscess: The Adjunctive Role of Intraoperative Ultrasound, Fluorescence-Guided Resection, and Ventriculocisternal Shunting”

The consultant staff also attended the different days of the congress. Present were: Dr. Jose Nicanor del Rosario III (Chairman and Program Director), Dr. Russel Sasing (Training Officer), and Dr. Silvestre Gonzales (Chairman Emeritus).

Through research, collaboration, and continued academic engagement, SPMC Neurosurgery remains committed to advancing neurosurgical training and service in Mindanao and beyond.

A proud moment for SPMC Neurosurgery!

https://www.spmcneurosurgery.com/archive_pages/aacns-2026

17/06/2026

SPMC Neurosurgery congratulates Dr. Joselv Albano (PGY-5), on the successful completion of his month-long surgical scholarship at the Medizinische Universität Graz, Austria.

During his rotation, Dr. Albano was able to take part in a wide range of neurosurgical procedures, including skull base, spine, advanced robotic, and endoscopic surgeries. This experience provided valuable exposure to international neurosurgical practice, innovation, and collaborative learning.

As with every endeavor, SPMC Neurosurgery continues to pursue excellence in training, service, and global engagement.

A warm welcome back to Dr. Albano!

01/03/2026

SPMC Neurosurgery holds 2-day drilling workshop and ICP monitor training for nursing staff and junior residents

Last February 24–25, 2026, our junior neurosurgery residents (NS0–NS2) together with our neurosurgical operating room nurses successfully completed a 2-day Neurosurgical Drilling Workshop in partnership with Medtronic.

This hands-on training focused on refining fundamental and advanced drilling techniques essential in cranial and spinal neurosurgery, strengthening both technical precision and operating room teamwork to ensure safer and more efficient patient care.

We would like to extend our appreciation to Janelle Althea Ortega, RN, our specialized neurosurgical OR nurse, for sharing her expertise and delivering a valuable lecture during the workshop. Her contribution greatly enriched the learning experience of our trainees.

The workshop was attended by:
Drs. Sarah Patricia Buhian, Kameela Monique Malbog, Fatima Carcueva, Indira Sumagka, Don Pattaguan, and Joshua Maniego.

Congratulations as well to our neurosurgical operating room nurses who were certified following the activity:
OR nurses Noel Duque, Mylene Jana Añasco, Blessiery Carta, Yvonne Marie Villaruel, and Rowell Revilla.

On February 25, our Neurosurgery ICU nurses also underwent dedicated training on Intracranial Pressure (ICP) monitoring, coinciding with the addition of more ICP monitors in the ICU, further strengthening our critical care capabilities for neurosurgical patients.

We remain committed to continuous education, skills advancement, and multidisciplinary collaboration to provide the highest standard of neurosurgical care.

21/02/2026

FREE ONLINE CONSULT!
(Para sa bukol sa Mukha / Meningoencephalocele)

May bukol ba sa gitna ng ilong o noo mula pagkabata? O may nadiagnose na meningocele/encephalocele? We can help.

SPMC Neurosurgery is offering a FREE online consultation para sa mga pasyenteng may:
• Bukol sa gitna ng ilong o noo since birth
• Lumalaki na bukol sa mukha
• Dating diagnosis na meningocele or encephalocele
• Tanong tungkol sa operasyon, possible risks, at long-term outcomes

Ano ang included sa online consult?
• Review ng case at CT/MRI (kung meron)
• Usapan tungkol sa surgical options
• Treatment planning at counseling (ano ang aasahan bago/after surgery)
• Guidance sa next steps (ano ang kailangan ipagawa, saan magsisimula)

Paano magpa-book?
Mag-message lang sa Messenger: SPMC Neurosurgery at i-send ang:
• Patient name at age
• Clear photos (kung available)
• CT/MRI results (kung available)
• Contact details

Please share this post para makatulong sa mga pamilya na may ganitong condition at naghahanap ng guidance.

08/02/2026

SPMC Achieves Historic First for Mindanao!

Yesterday (February 7, 2026), the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) achieved another first as the SPMC Institute of Clinical Neurosciences successfully conducted Mindanao’s first Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery for a patient with X-linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism (XDP), also known as Lubag.

This landmark procedure was made possible through a partnership with the Cardinal Santos Medical Center Brain and Spine Center, and with the full support of our Medical Center Chief, Dr. Ricardo Audan.

We also acknowledge the leadership of the Chairman of the Institute of Clinical Neurosciences, Dr. Jose Nicanor Del Rosario III, whose vision made this milestone possible.

The surgery was led by the Cardinal Santos team and was performed by Dr. Jose Aguilar, Dr. Theodor Vesagas, Dr. Levi Maliwat, and Dr. Joselv Albano(SPMC).

The success of this case reflects true multidisciplinary collaboration. We thank our movement disorder specialist Dr. Alfand Marl Dy-Closas, our neuroanesthesiologist Dr. Ma. Andriane Colina, and our neurology colleagues from Cardinal Santos Medical Center—Dr. Rosalia Teleg and Dr. Roland Dominic Jamora.

The procedure was attended by Neurosurgery Training Officer Dr. Russel Sasing, Neurosurgery Chairman Emeritus Dr. Silvestre Gonzales, and neurosurgery residents Dr. Sarah Buhian, Dr. Kameela Monique Malbog, and Dr. Fatima Carcueva. We also thank our operative neurosurgery nursing team led by Janelle Althea Ortega, RN and Gabrielle Jovan Salazar, RN, as well as Melross Caleda, RN from the Cardinal Santos team.

This achievement is a testament to SPMC’s continued commitment to bringing advanced neurosurgical care closer to Mindanaoans.

02/02/2026

Today marks a significant milestone for the SPMC Institute of Clinical Neurosciences (Brain and Spine) Training Programs with the oath-taking of our newly appointed leaders:

🧠 SPMC Neurosurgery Training Program
Dr. Jose Nicanor Del Rosario III — Chairman and Program Director
Dr. Russel Sasing — Training Officer

Dr. Del Rosario also serves as Chairman of the Institute of Clinical Neurosciences, representing the DOH Advanced Comprehensive Center for Brain and Spine Care.

🧠 SPMC Neurology Training Program
Dr. Dorotheo Floresca — Chairman
Dr. Meldi Anuta — Training Officer

We congratulate our distinguished leaders and wish them success as they lead and strengthen our training programs in pursuit of excellence in patient care, education, and service.

08/12/2025

The SPMC Neurosurgery team featured five new research papers, presented by Dr. Joselv Albano and Dr. Jose Nicanor Del Rosario in the World Congress of Neurosurgery 2025, held at the World Trade Center in Dubai last December 1–5, 2025. The world congress is the largest international gathering in the field, drawing experts, researchers, and clinicians from around the globe.

A notable highlight was the duo’s first international presentation on a minimally-invasive transciliary fronto-orbitozygomatic approach proposed as a routine technique, developed by Dr. Del Rosario, for anterior communicating artery aneurysms—an exciting step forward for our department’s surgical innovation.

We also extend our warm congratulations to Dr. Anushree Bansal (Chandigarh, India), a former SPMC Neurosurgery intern, for presenting two papers based on her clinical work with us.

SPMC Neurosurgery continues to strive for excellence in research, training, and global collaboration. We are proud of our team and the growing impact of Mindanao in the international neurosurgical community.

Read more: https://www.spmcneurosurgery.com/archive_pages/wfns-2025

07/12/2025

The Philippine Board of Neurological Surgery (PBNS) has officially renewed the accreditation of the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) Neurosurgical Training Program during the annual Academy of Filipino Neurosurgeons meeting held last December 4-5, 2025, at Seda Vertis North, Quezon City.

This renewed accreditation reaffirms SPMC’s commitment to its mission of delivering accessible, affordable, high-quality, and appropriate neurosurgical care to the people of Mindanao, while continuing to train the next generation of neurosurgeons who will serve the region.

Read more here: https://www.spmcneurosurgery.com/gallery-of-activities/announcements/december-2025-accreditation

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