Philippine Psychiatric Association, Inc.
in cooperation with
ZAMBOANGA CITY MEDICAL CENTER
and
OTSUKA PHILIPPINES PHARMACEUTICAL INC
Presents its
6th Scientific Meeting Year 2026
Redefining Psychiatry: Moving Beyond the Couch
“Phsyciatry in Crisis Settings: Disaster, Mental Health and Community Resilience“
August 18, 2026
6:00 PM Via Zoom
PROGRAMME
6:00 pm
Invocation
Philippine National Anthem
PPA Hymn
6:10 pm
Welcome Remarks
Dolores Y. Ortega-Largo, MD, FPPA
6:15 pm
Opening Address
Neil Ryan A. Marcos, MD, DSBPP
6:20 pm
Introduction of Speakers
Zhahida M. Amil, MD
6:30 pm
Case Vignette:
Pillar del Cielo R. Cabanlit, MD, MPH
6:40 pm
Preparing for Crisis: ZCMC’s Approach to Disaster Mental Health
Nadia M. Paber, MD, FPPA
6:50 pm
Principles of Disaster Mental Health
Ms. Antonietta Escandar, RPm, Rpsy
7:00 pm
ZCMC Response to Maritime Tragedy
Sheila May D. Aduviso, MD, MPH, DSBPP
7:10 pm
Open Forum
Zhahida M. Amil, MD
7:20 pm
Awarding Ceremonies
Hannah Martella M. Pajarillo, MD, FPPA
7:25 pm
Words from the Sponsor
7:30 pm
Closing Remarks
Anna Lizza Y. Salazar-Mañalac, MD, FPNA, FPPA, FPSCAP
Zhahida M. Amil, MD
Moderator