CSU College of Medicine - Medical Student Council

31/05/2026

𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐡𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩

After three years of hard work, sleepless nights, and unwavering perseverance in medical school, Batch Talaghay is now set to embark on one of the most challenging and transformative phases of medical education — clerkship.

In preparation for this significant milestone, the CSU College of Medicine recently conducted a Clerks’ Orientation aimed at equipping incoming clerks with practical advice, inspiring insights, and valuable reminders as they step into the clinical field.

The orientation gathered esteemed doctors and mentors who generously shared lessons drawn from their own experiences in medicine and hospital training.

Dr. Rodina Gorospe, Dean of the College of Medicine, emphasized the importance of resilience, respect, and humility, reminding students to “learn something every day.” She also encouraged the future clerks to treat every patient and co-worker with compassion and dignity by seeing Christ in every person they encounter.

Meanwhile, Dr. Angelica Taloma encouraged the incoming clerks to remember the “three T’s” — remain teachable, value teamwork, and trust the process despite the inevitable hardships ahead.

Dr. Jordan Callueng highlighted the significance of professionalism and compassion, reminding students not to mistake confidence for arrogance, avoid acting superior, and always remain sensitive to the needs of both patients and colleagues.

For Dr. Paulo Franco Imbong, curiosity and courage are essential qualities in becoming competent physicians. “Don’t be shy to ask questions,” he shared, adding that “a calm sea never made a skilled sailor,” while reminding students that patients remain their greatest teachers.

Dr. Ian Albert Sangeles introduced the word “INJECT,” which stands for Integrity, Never stop learning, Judgment, Empathy, Commitment, and Thankfulness. He emphasized the importance of developing sound clinical judgment while continuously striving to grow in the practice of medicine.

Dr. Kresimir Nadal encouraged students to build rapport with patients and healthcare teams, remain kind, stay focused, and seize every opportunity to learn throughout clerkship.

Dr. Ana Flor Somera reminded the incoming clerks of the importance of understanding hierarchy while continuously practicing humility throughout their training.

Lastly, Dr. Pablo Afidchao reminisced about how quickly time passes and encouraged the students to seize every opportunity to learn while always remembering the “whys” behind their journey in medicine.

As Batch Talaghay prepares to enter the hospital wards and face the realities of patient care, the orientation served not only as a guide but also as a celebration of how far the students have come.

Talaghay stands for resilience — the ability to keep one’s head held high and rise amidst struggles, hardships, and uncertainties.

As Batch Talaghay embarks on its clerkship journey, may this spirit of resilience continue to inspire each member to persevere with courage, compassion, humility, and unwavering dedication in serving patients and communities.

May they carry forward the lessons shared by their mentors as they take one step closer toward becoming competent, compassionate, and service-driven physicians.

✍🏻 Diane Joy Lising
📷 John Vincent Pattung

25/05/2026

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵

Demonstrating service beyond the classroom, the 𝗖𝗮𝗴𝗮𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗞𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗮𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗺𝘂𝗹𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝟮 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗹𝗶 held at the Amulung RHU and Amulung Sub-Office in Annafatan, Amulung.

Led by Dean Dra. Rodina Gorospe, the CSU-College of Medicine played a vital role in the conduct of the community medical outreach alongside healthcare professionals from RHU Amulung under the leadership of Dra. Ohba Shiela Suyu and the SK Federation headed by SK Federation President Ma. Czarina Mae Mora. The activity catered to young participants from the western barangays of the municipality, with more than 300 boys joining the program together with their parents and guardians.

Faculty members and Medical students from CSU-College of Medicine actively assisted in patient assessment, procedures, and post-operative care in collaboration with licensed physicians led by Dra. Jennifer Feliciano and nurses headed by Ma’am Amy Catolico. The activity was also implemented in partnership with the College of Industrial Technology and the College of Nursing. Participants were also provided with health education focusing on proper self-care and recovery after the procedure to ensure safe healing.

In line with this activity, a health promotion advocacy was also initiated focusing on the needs and wellbeing of adolescent health.

The initiative reflected the continuing commitment of CSU-College of Medicine and its partner institutions in bringing compassionate, accessible, and community-centered healthcare services closer to the people while strengthening the value of service among future healthcare professionals.

19/05/2026

The Cagayan State University College of Medicine would like to extend its utmost congratulations and appreciation to one of its dedicated professors, 𝗗𝗿. 𝗝𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝘃𝗮𝗱𝗼𝗿, on being conferred as a Fellow of the Philippine College of Physicians.

We are honored to have you as part of the College. Your commitment to lifelong education, academic excellence, and professional growth continues to inspire both colleagues and students alike.

The College proudly celebrates this milestone with you and wishes you continued success in all your future endeavors. 🩺👨‍⚕️

07/05/2026

Some acts of kindness speak louder than any bill ever could. When Dr. Lasam waived his professional fee, he did more than lighten a burden—he lived out the very heart of the Hippocratic oath: to serve with compassion, honor, and mercy. In one quiet gesture, he became a quiet reminder that healing is not only found in medicine, but in grace.

And his gesture stands as a humble testament to in servitio humanitatis — in the service of humanity.

A Legacy of Compassion: Beyond the Call of Duty

In medicine, success is often measured by cures and recoveries. But sometimes, the deepest healing comes through quiet acts of mercy and the willingness of a doctor to ease the burden of a grieving family.

Today, we honor Dr. Jesus Teodoro B. Lasam, a proud alumnus of CSU-Carig College of Medicine (Batch 2014).

**CONTEXT:

While settling a final hospital bill of ₱141,145.18 for a beloved mother who died on May 1, 2026, her son found something unexpected. Under her oncologist, Dr. Lasam's professional fees, the charge was only ₱1.00.

When asked if it was a mistake, the staff simply smiled. Dr. Lasam had waived his fees, turning a heavy financial moment into a gesture of grace.

For years, Dr. Lasam was more than a doctor; he was a steady presence in times of trouble. He brought peace amidst uncertainty and walked with the family through their darkest hours, demonstrating that medicine is as much about compassion as it is about science.

"The greatest healing is often found not in curing disease, but in the quiet mercy of those who carry a family’s burden as their own."

To Dr. Lasam, thank you for embodying the true spirit of a Cagayan State University healer. You are a reminder that even in the face of loss, there is light. Your alma mater stands proud of the physician and the man you have become.

30/04/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗗𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿: 𝗔 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Beyond the stories we often celebrate lies a quieter kind of journey, one marked by hardship, relentless sacrifice, and moments of doubt. It is not always seen, nor easily understood.

Yet it is in these unseen moments where growth takes root, where hearts are refined, and where true inspiration begins.

The CSU College of Medicine proudly honored its newest set of physicians who successfully passed the Physician Licensure Examination through a heartfelt testimonial dinner, a night dedicated not only to achievement but to the stories behind it.

Dr. Rodina Gorospe, Dean of the College of Medicine opened the program with a heartfelt reflection, sharing that two of her long-held aspirations have finally come to fruition. First, to see CSU recognized as a top-performing school, achieved in October 2025, and second, to witness the college produce its own set of topnotchers.

After years of dedication, perseverance, and quiet determination, the college has now made history. For the first time, CSU celebrates its pioneer topnotchers, with Dr. Alexis Tamblique ranking 2nd and Dr. Ericson Lloren Luyun placing 5th in the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination. This achievement marks a defining moment for the institution.

Gorospe then posed a challenge to the community.
“𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞. 𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐚𝐝𝐞. 𝐌𝐚𝐠𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞,” she urged.

While much of the spotlight often shines on the students, the evening also gave space to the stories behind them. These are the stories of parents, families, and loved ones whose quiet sacrifices and unwavering support made this journey possible. It served as a reminder that the making of a doctor is never a solitary pursuit, but a shared triumph.

Professors also took the stage to share their own stories of dedication, mentorship, and belief in their students. They are the very individuals who helped shape and guide these future physicians every step of the way.

Dr. Ian Albert Sangeles reminded the new doctors of the responsibility they now carry.

“𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞, 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Pablo Afidchao offered words of resilience and purpose.
“𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧. 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐲, 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐝. 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡. 𝐃𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐛 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐥, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐠𝐨𝐨𝐝.”

Closing the night, Dr. Jordan Callueng left the new physicians with a powerful reflection on the butterfly effect and Turing patterns. He emphasized that 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞, 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐫-𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬. The doctors they become will be defined not by a single moment, but by the small, meaningful choices they make every day.

𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙙 𝙖𝙨𝙠, 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙡𝙮 𝙞𝙩 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙖 𝙙𝙤𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧?

It takes sleepless nights, silent battles, and sacrifices that few will ever see. It takes people who believe in you when you begin to doubt yourself. It takes choosing to move forward, again and again, even when the path feels uncertain.

Because becoming a doctor is not just about passing an exam, it is about becoming someone others can trust with their lives.

✍️ Diane Joy Lising
📷 Victoria Kate Garcillan | Diane Joy Lising

30/04/2026

𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗲𝘀, 𝗨𝗻𝗯𝗿𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝘁: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽

There’s no such thing as impossible when grit and perseverance prevail over adversity. Dr. Ericson Lloren Luyun is a living testament to that truth, showing that while poverty is a real and crushing barrier for many, it does not have to be the end of one's story. Rising above his circumstances, he showed the nation that even the most daunting hardships cannot stop someone from chasing their dreams, especially securing a Top 5 spot in the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination, a truly coveted and prestigious feat.

As the son of a farmer and a vendor, he grew up in a household where resources were scarce and every small gain required effort. At an early age, he learned to be resourceful, finding ways to contribute and keep up whether through small ventures or sharpening practical skills that helped him stand out among his peers. He understood early on that while he couldn’t choose his circumstances, he could choose how hard he worked within them.

Life was not easy, but it never became an excuse. As a student, even the simple act of going to school demanded resilience. Worn-out shoes and long walks under unpredictable weather were part of his daily routine, yet he pressed on without complaint. Instead of dwelling on hardship, he focused on moving forward, guided by a quiet determination to succeed and to ease the burden on his family rather than add to it.

“Despite the hardships, I never resented our situation. I remember walking to high school in shoes riddled with holes, lining them with plastic to keep the rain out. When the plastic inevitably failed and my feet soaked through, I simply kept walking. There was no room for complaint, only room for progress. I was driven by a singular, quiet vow: to excel in my studies and avoid trouble so that I would never become a "pabigat"—a burden—to a family that was already giving me their everything."

What his parents lacked in wealth, they more than made up for in what truly mattered—the freedom to dream and the unwavering support to chase those dreams even in the face of hardship, a gift that rooted him deeply in gratitude.

“My parents gave us the greatest gift possible: the freedom to dream and the unwavering support to pursue those dreams despite the weight of poverty. This milestone is a product of that upbringing. My success is less a result of genetics and more a testament to the sheer hard work and the "grit" required to endure years of preparation."

Despite this feat, Dr. Luyun has never forgotten the roots that shaped who he is today and pushed him beyond his limits—Cagayan State University – College of Medicine. These experiences continue to ground his purpose to become a physician who serves the underserved, in honor of his alma mater. His journey underscores that success is never achieved alone; the people behind the scenes matter just as much as individual effort. In the end, it is his deep sense of gratitude and humility that helped carry him to the top.

Years later, that same quiet determination would carry him to one of the country’s most prestigious milestones. His story is not just one of success, but of resilience, sacrifice, and the enduring belief that where you begin does not define where you can go. More than a personal victory, his journey now stands as a beacon of hope for countless students who dare to dream beyond their circumstances. In every step he took despite hardship, he carved a path not only for himself, but for others who will one day follow.

✍️ Christine Lisette Sagun
📷 Victoria Kate Garcillan

30/04/2026

“𝗜𝘁 𝗜𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲”
𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲’𝘀 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝟮 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀

Against expectations and without the usual labels of academic distinction, Dr. Alexis B. Temblique rose to claim the Top 2 spot in the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination, proving that success in medicine is not reserved for the traditionally exceptional, but for those who remain curious, persistent, and committed to the process.

Not known for consistently topping his class nor coming from a widely recognized “big” institution, Temblique defied assumptions and emerged as one of the highest-ranking examinees in the country.

“𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝗱𝗶𝗱 𝗶𝘁, 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗹,” 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱. “𝗜𝗻 𝗮 𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗼𝗽, 𝗜 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴. 𝗜 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗮𝗻’𝘁 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝘆𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲.”

He emphasized that his foundation played a crucial role in his success. Rather than relying solely on memorization, his training centered on deep understanding and strong clinical reasoning, skills that proved invaluable during the licensure examination.

“There were numerous times I felt like giving up and just wanted to pass,” he admitted. “But I kept pushing myself a little more. I read with curiosity. I allowed myself to be amazed by medicine, and the grades followed.”

For Temblique, medicine became more than a test of endurance. It became a pursuit driven by curiosity.

“𝗡𝗼 𝗮𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 ‘𝘄𝗵𝘆’ 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻,” he said.

He also dedicated this achievement to his parents, acknowledging their unwavering support:

“While our names are the ones printed on the certificates and the list of passers, this achievement belongs to you as much as it does to us. You were our rock when our lives felt chaotic. You witnessed our silent battles. You made sure everything was taken care of so we could focus entirely on our dreams. You sacrificed so much for our happiness, and you did it all without a doubt and without a single complaint. No words of gratitude could ever truly convey how much we love you or how thankful we are. We simply would not be standing here today without you.”

𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀

Speaking to current medical students, Temblique encouraged perseverance and faith in the learning process.

“𝗜 𝘀𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮 𝗳𝗲𝘄 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗴𝗼, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀,” he said. “I never knew our teachers’ guidance would lead me to this achievement, but I stand here as proof that no teacher wants their students to fail.”

He emphasized that success is neither immediate nor easy. It is built gradually through persistence, discipline, and genuine curiosity.

𝗔 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

Temblique also extended his support to future students, emphasizing that mentorship does not end with graduation.

“Together with Dr. Luyun, please know that you can always reach out to us if you have concerns regarding your studies. We will make time for you, and we wish you a very fruitful journey in medicine,” he shared.

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀

Addressing his fellow passers, Temblique acknowledged the struggles that defined their journey:

“We all have our own stories of hardship and self-doubt. There were days when the weight of our responsibilities felt too much to bear. We faced clinical rotations that tested our limits and examinations that pushed our mental fortitude.”

Yet through it all, he emphasized resilience as the defining factor of their success:

“You are here not because of luck, but because of your intellect and, most importantly, your resilience. We didn’t just study medicine to pass exams. We became the healers our future patients could have only hoped for.”

He affirmed that their journey carries a deeper purpose, one that goes beyond personal achievement.

As he moves forward in his medical career, Temblique reminds those who follow: trust the process, stay curious, and embrace the journey that shapes you. The doubts you carry today may one day define your strength, because it is possible.

𝗜𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲. 𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗮 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳.

Dr. Alexis B. Temblique
Top 2 March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination

✍️ Diane Joy Lising
📷 Victoria Kate Garcillan

29/04/2026

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝟮𝟭

Behold the 21 passers who gave their all—who endured, persevered, and emerged victorious in the pursuit of becoming Doctors of Medicine.

Today, we welcome them with pride and full hearts, knowing that our gratitude and admiration cannot be contained by balloons and cheers alone.

As the drums rolled, the students of Cagayan State University lined the halls, raising their voices in celebration of the 21 passers of the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination.

Words fall short of capturing the weight of their sacrifice—the years of study, training, and quiet battles that led to this defining moment.

To our dearest passers, we salute you. Thank you for inspiring those who follow to dream, strive, and one day stand where you stand now.

✍️ Israel Gatcho
📷 Jiad Ilagan | Victoria Kate Garcillan

29/04/2026

𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗔 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

Cagayan State University honored its College of Medicine during a recognition program following its remarkable performance in the recent Physician Licensure Examination, achieving a 100% first-time taker passing rate and an institutional passing rate of 80.77%.

The celebration was further highlighted by the achievement of its topnotchers, with Dr. Alexis Temblique securing Rank 2 and Dr. Ericson Lloren Luyun placing Rank 5, marking a historic milestone for the institution.

✍️ Diane Joy Lising
📷 Victoria Kate Garcillan

28/04/2026

𝘼̲ 𝙇̲𝙚̲𝙜̲𝙖̲𝙘̲𝙮̲ 𝙤̲𝙛̲ 𝙀̲𝙭̲𝙘̲𝙚̲𝙡̲𝙡̲𝙚̲𝙣̲𝙘̲𝙚̲ 𝙍̲𝙞̲𝙨̲𝙚̲𝙨̲
CSU Medicine Commands Triumph as Historic
Motorcade Honors March 2026 Physician
Licensure Examination Topnotchers

Victory finds its highest meaning when it is shared, when it moves beyond the individual and is witnessed by a community. The quiet sacrifices and unseen battles rarely make it to the surface, yet their outcomes demand to be remembered, honored, and carried with pride.

On April 28, 2026, Cagayan State University College of Medicine transformed triumph into a public celebration as it honored its newest physicians through a grand motorcade following the results of the March 2026 Physician Licensure Examination. The moment was made even more extraordinary as CSU secured national topnotcher ranks, claiming Top 2 and Top 5, a resounding testament to academic excellence and unwavering discipline.

The motorcade began at the Red Eagle Gym and coursed through Maharlika Road, Pengue, Diversion Road, College Avenue, Mabini Street, Lecaros, Balzain Road, and Tanza before returning to its point of origin. Along every stretch of the route, the streets came alive. Medical students, faculty, families, and ordinary citizens paused to witness a moving symbol of achievement. Applause echoed, banners waved, and pride filled the air as the community stood united in recognition of a shared victory.

More than a celebration, the motorcade bore profound meaning. It stood as a reflection of hard earned triumph. With an overall passing rate of 80.77%, a 100% success among first time takers, and 50% among repeaters, Cagayan State University did not merely achieve excellence. It proved its strength, its resilience, and its unyielding pursuit of greatness.

This moment marks a defining chapter in the history of CSU- College of Medicine. The decision to bring the celebration into the streets reflects a deeper purpose, to inspire, to uplift, and to remind every aspiring medical student that greatness is within reach. It stands as a powerful declaration that CSU continues to rise as a force in medical education, producing physicians who are not only competent but driven by purpose.

What unfolded was more than a motorcade. It was a legacy in motion, a victory claimed not by a few but by an entire community, and a future ignited by the brilliance of those who dared to endure.

Ad astra per aspera - through hardships, to the stars.

✍️ Robin John Tulbo
📷 Victoria Kate Garcillan