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ASIA PACIFIC MEDICAL CENTER, Aklan (APMC-Aklan) is a Level 2 tertiary hospital dedicated to deliver the most complete, competent, and compassionate healthcare services to the people of Aklan and its neighboring provinces.
APMC-Aklan will offer APMC Lifeline - a 24/7 OPD Hotline that provides patients with access to medical care and support. APMC-Aklan is equipped with modern medical equipment and facilities, to effectively cater to the healthcare needs of our patients. APMC-Aklan offers holistic, comprehensive and patient-centered management through promotion of preventive medicine and overall wellness to the communities it will serve.
MESSAGE FROM THE MIDYEAR CONVENTION OVERALL CHAIR
MARK ANTHONY STA MARIA, MD FPNA
Secretary, Philippine Neurological Association, 2025
In line with the PNA Midyear Convention theme of BRAIN HEALTH, It is our great pleasure to welcome you to the PRE-CONVENTION SESSION of the 31st Philippine Neurological Association Midyear Convention, with the theme “Bridging the Gap: Neurology Essentials for Primary Care.” This special one-day program reflects our shared commitment to strengthening the connection between neurology and primary care—recognizing that brain health is not the sole responsibility of specialists, but a collective endeavor across all fields of medicine.
In our daily practice, we see how neurological symptoms often serve as the gateway to deeper, more complex diagnoses. Headaches, dizziness, weakness, memory changes—these are all familiar concerns in primary care settings, yet they require timely recognition, confident initial management, and appropriate referrals. This session is designed to empower our colleagues in internal medicine, family medicine, pediatrics, and allied health to approach common neurologic problems with clarity and confidence.
We would like to thank the city of Kalibo, Aklan for allowing us to pursue our advocacy and be closer to our colleagues in this endeavor. As we "bridge the gap", we hope to foster stronger collaboration, improve patient outcomes, and promote a more integrated approach to care.
See you all in Kalibo as we make BRAIN HEALTH matter!
MESSAGE FROM THE PRE-CONVENTION OVERALL CHAIR
JOHN JERUSALEM TIONGSON, MD FPNA
Board of Governor, Philippine Neurological Association, 2025
We are pleased to invite you to the Philippine Neurological Association (PNA) Pre-Convention Session entitled “Bridging the Gap: Neurology Essentials in Primary Care” on June 3, 2025, in Kalibo, Aklan. This highly anticipated scientific meeting is specially designed for generalists and primary care physicians, aiming to equip them with practical and essential neurological knowledge for everyday clinical practice. This session has been granted 7 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) units by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC), underscoring its relevance and value in medical education.
Join us as we delve into common and critical neurologic conditions, with expert speakers delivering concise, high-yield lectures and case-based discussions tailored to primary care settings. Whether you’re in private practice or working in community or hospital-based healthcare, this event offers a unique opportunity to enhance your clinical acumen, network with peers, and stay updated with the latest in neurological care.
We look forward to welcoming you to an engaging and enriching learning experience in the beautiful province of Aklan.
