SLU School of Medicine 2024

From the lecture halls to the hospital wards, Batch 2024 has poured their heart into every step of the journey. Now, as they face the October PLE, we stand beside them with faith, pride, and encouragement. Each sleepless night, every sacrifice, and all the dreams shared have prepared them for this moment.

At SLU, we don’t just train doctors—we form 7-star physicians: healers, teachers, researchers, leaders, lifelong learners, community health advocates, and professionals. Batch 2024 carries this legacy with them, ready to serve with skill and compassion.

With the entire SLU-SOM family cheering and praying for you, believe that victory is within reach. You’ve come this far, and you are more than ready. Viva Medisina! 💙🤍 🩺

From the lecture halls to the hospital wards, Batch 2024 has poured their heart into every step of the journey. Now, as they face the October PLE, we stand beside them with faith, pride, and encouragement. Each sleepless night, every sacrifice, and all the dreams shared have prepared them for this moment.

At SLU, we don’t just train doctors—we form 7-star physicians: healers, teachers, researchers, leaders, lifelong learners, community health advocates, and professionals. Batch 2024 carries this legacy with them, ready to serve with skill and compassion.

With the entire SLU-SOM family cheering and praying for you, believe that victory is within reach. You’ve come this far, and you are more than ready. Viva Medisina! 💙🤍 🩺

In the stillness of prayer and the warmth of shared hope, the SLU School of Medicine Batch 2024 gathered at Saint Aloysius Gonzaga Parish for the send-off Mass—an intimate moment of surrender and thanksgiving before embarking on one of the most significant milestones of our journey.

As we prepare to take the Physician Licensure Examination, we carry not only years of study and sacrifice, but also the deep faith that has sustained us through every challenge. Surrounded by mentors, loved ones, and the quiet presence of the Lord Almighty, we are reminded that this calling to heal is both a privilege and a responsibility.

May all examinees be granted calm minds, steady hands, and hearts anchored in purpose.

Photos by Patricia Olivar

“You’ve spent years preparing for this moment—through your hard work, dedication, and countless hours of study. This is just the final step in a journey that will lead you to your dream. Trust in your preparation, embrace the challenge, and remember that every hurdle brings you closer to your goal. Per aspera ad astra—through your effort, you’ll reach the stars.”

To the future physicians, may you always hold on to courage, for your hard work will guide you to the stars.

Good luck and God Bless, Batch 2023!

Saint Louis University (SLU) proudly congratulates the School of Medicine (SOM) for their stellar performance at the Association of Philippine Medical Colleges (APMC) Student Network National Convention in Pasig City on 3 to 5 May 2024.

Of the 23 entries, the Rotaract Club of Baguio SLU-School of Medicine and the SOM Medical Outreach Missions Fellowship Initiative (MOMFI) are among the Ten Outstanding Medical Student Organizations (TOMSO).

TOMSO award recognizes excellence in the delivery of community service programs by a group of medical students from APMC member schools sponsored by an affiliated student organization/s in an APMC-SN member school.

Likewise, SLU also celebrates the talented team of Angelo Dela Cruz Pabustan, Ruselle Eliza Amangan Cuaresma, Wenchille Angara Aquien, Miguel IV Retuya Aragon, Maridale Dimagan Fastidio, Lourea Ada Espiritu Catbagan, and Grace Hallel Santonia on their achievement as 2nd Runner-up in the Clinico-Pathologic Case Conference Competition.

The APMC-SN National and Regional Clinico-Pathologic Case (CPC) Competition is a national competition open to all medical students of APMC-accredited schools. The teams are provided with a clinical case with sufficient information to derive differentials and a most likely diagnosis which will be presented in an oral presentation highlighting the deductive process.

Congratulations once again, SOM! Your achievement not only inspires the Louisian community, but is a testament to providing excellent community service.

Here’s to more moments of triumph and success!

𝗖𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗘𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗔𝗖𝗨𝗧𝗘 𝗚𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗦
The Baguio City Health Services Office has implemented measures to address the increasing cases of acute gastroenteritis in the city.

Acting City Health Officer Dr. Celia Flor Brillantes, in her report to Mayor Benjamin Magalong, said that immediately after receiving reports of cases involving clients of different food establishments in the city last Jan. 2, the department conducted an investigation and is now looking into the possibility that it may have been caused by contaminated water.

The Sanitation Division of the CHSO gathered water samples from the different water sources of the establishments concerned and is now subjecting these for testing and retesting to pinpoint the actual source and cause of the contamination.

The division also linked up with the Baguio Water District and had been assured by the district that they will conduct their own investigation and testing to aid in determining the cause of the problem.

While waiting for the result of the tests, Brillantes said they advised the establishments to refrain from serving tap and filtered water and to serve only purified or bottled water to their customers for safety purposes.

“We are hoping that all food establishments will cooperate to help ensure the safety of their customers and prevent more incidents,” Brillantes said.

Brillantes did not rule out the possibility of the occurrence of similar cases within homes and encouraged residents experiencing the same to seek consult at the nearest district health centers.

To date, the department has recorded around 350 cases of acute gastroenteritis from December 21, 2023. – Aileen P. Refuerzo

ANNOUNCEMENT
The Saint Louis University – School of Medicine is now accepting applications for First Year Medicine for Academic Year 2024-2025.

The deadline for submission of application form and other requirements is on February 29, 2024.

For more information, please see attached documents. Thank you.

Information for Applicants: https://bit.ly/3vmlGie

Application Form: https://bit.ly/41JVqun