The House of Representatives in the Philippines has recently approved an amendment to the Philippine Medical Act of 1959. This amendment aims to assist foreign students, including Indians, who wish to register and practice medicine in the country.
Under the newly added amendment, foreign students who have successfully completed their Doctor of Medicine degree from a recognized Philippine College of Medicine, as determined by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), as well as a 12-month internship, will now be eligible to register and practice medicine in the Philippines.
To facilitate this process, the CHED will issue the necessary certification, ensuring a seamless transition for graduates.
The official notice highlights the importance of updating the Medical Act of 1959 to align with the current demands and advancements in medical education and practice.
The 21st century has brought significant changes to healthcare systems, including the incorporation of cutting-edge technologies and the internationalization of education and professional practices.
Amendments to the act are necessary to ensure that medical education and practice can effectively respond to these evolving circumstances in a rapidly changing globalized world.
Please note that this information has been provided in compliance with the official notice regarding the amendment to the Philippine Medical Act of 1959.
“The passing of this amendment marks a significant milestone, not only for Indian students, but also for all foreign medical students studying in the Philippines.
It serves as a recognition of the Philippines‘ exceptional standards in medical education and opens up clear opportunities for our graduates to pursue medical practice both within the country and internationally.
This revision will have a profound positive impact on our students and further solidify the Philippines’ position as a premier destination for medical education in the Asia-Pacific region,” stated Kadwin Pillai, Director of Transworld Educare and Chairman of Kings International Medical Academy.
According to the public notice, “This amendment will greatly amplify the country’s status as a center for medical education and training in the Asia-Pacific, given the substantial presence of numerous foreign medical students from different nationalities enrolled in various Philippine medical schools.
The number of these students currently stands at a minimum of 20,000 across the nation.”
