11 Provincial scholars from Palawan successfully pass October 2024 Physician Licensure Exam

The scholars, part of the 13th batch under the SPS Alay sa Kabataan – Programang Pang-Edukasyon para sa mga Palaweño, were recipients of the province’s specialized scholarship aimed at producing qualified healthcare professionals.

The newly licensed doctors include Dr. Niña Angela L. Castro of Narra, Dr. Hazel Grace P. Ladica of Cuyo, Dr. Precious D. Medina and Dr. Sharmaine Kit S. Sagucio of Quezon, Dr. Chianne Quim L. Paredes and Dr. Grezielle S. Valdespina of Roxas, Dr. Ana Marie S. Molleno of Aborlan, and Dr. Jasmin D. Madriñan, Dr. Marion T. Magno, Dr. Cait Raina E. Sendaydiego, and Dr. Princess Monic Q. Velasco from Puerto Princesa City.

According to SPS Alay sa Kabataan Program Manager Maria Victoria B. Baaco, each of these scholars benefited from financial support throughout their education. Five of the scholars also received an additional P70,000 review assistance grant, covering their review costs and examination fees. This support proved instrumental in their success.

Since the program’s inception, 96 medical scholars have passed the Physician Licensure Examination, with many now serving in various Palawan provincial hospitals under the Return of Service (ROS) agreement. This program mandates that scholars contribute to local healthcare, ensuring that communities across Palawan receive quality medical care from trained professionals.