A Dream Fulfilled: A Community-Based Model for Sustainable Ophthalmology in the Island Province of Bohol
By Dr. Aramis B. Torrefranca, Jr. I clearly remember being interviewed for residency training, and being asked, “Where do you plan to practice?” My knee-jerk, no-hesitation answer was always “my
Five Stories of Impact: Celebrating the 2026 APAO Filipino Awardees
The APAO Achievement and Distinguished Service Awards honor ophthalmologists whose dedication has advanced the field and enriched their communities. This year, we take particular pride in celebrating
PAO 2026 Midyear Convention: Vision in Gold, Elevating the Future of Eye Health
By Dr. Dino L. CamoniasPresident, Northern Mindanao Society of
Adventures to Seek in Cagayan de Oro City
By Dr. Suzanne Dorothy Lapasaran – Lim Cagayan de Oro is widely celebrated as the “adventure capital” of the Philippines, offering a diverse array of activities that cater to thrill-seekers
Dilated and Delighted: A Clear View Into CDO’s Food Scene
By Dr. Shasta Grace D. Tiro After a long day in the hospital, my favorite way to reset is by trading my ophthalmoscope for a pair of utensils. There is something incredibly therapeutic about the way
PAO Midyear Convention 2026: Elevating the Future of Eye Health
By Dr. Maria Christine L. Dy Whether you’re drawn to laid-back island vibes or thrilling mountain trails, the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO), in collaboration with the Northern Mindanao
A New Chapter in Philippine Ophthalmology: Getting to know the 2026-2027 PAO Executive Council
By Dr. Mara Sabrina Clemente and Dr. Ulysses Joseph Yap The 2024–2025
PAO talks with key Philhealth Officials
March 26, 2025 Today, members of the PAO Executive Council and the PAO Cataract Task Force held a third dialogue with key Philhealth officials to discuss implementation strategies
Baguio: Your New Wellness Getaway
Dr. Ezra Saliba Escape the heat this April at the “City of Pines”, Baguio City, Benguet! As the Summer Capital of the Philippines, Baguio is a year-round favorite for tourists, known for its cool
Hope and Awareness Shine at the Regalong Pag-asa Retinitis Pigmentosa Lay Forum
Nikolai Thadeus Mappatao, MD-MBA, Manuel Benjamin Ibañez, DPBO, FPAO MANILA, Philippines — The DOH Eye