Philippine Psychiatric Association, Inc.
in cooperation with
BICOL MEDICAL CENTER
and
SUN PHARMA

Presents its
7th Scientific Meeting Year 2026
Redefining Psychiatry: Moving Beyond the Couch
“The Social Brain: How the Environment Shapes Psychiatric Outcome“

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
Edessa Parde-Laguidao, MD, FPPA

6:20 pm
Introduction of Speakers
Pearl Marian A. Peralta, MD, DSBPP

6:25 pm
Explanation of the Artwork:
Glessa Francesca G. Garibay, MD

6:30 pm
Case Vignette:
Vinesse N. Esplana, MD

6:55 pm
Case Discussion:
Neri Jane A. Valencia, MD

7:30 pm
Open Forum

7:45 pm
Awarding Ceremonies
Hannah Martella M. Pajarillo, MD, FPPA

7:50 pm
Words from the Sponsor

7:55 pm
Closing Remarks
Anna Lizza Y. Salazar-Mañalac, MD, FPNA, FPPA, FPSCAP

Moderator

Edwin E. De La Cruz Jr., MD