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Testimonials

Reman I. Altar, MSN, RN

Reman I. Altar, MSN, RN
Nurse Clinician, McGill University Health Centre
Founder, R Altar Nursing Review Center
Montreal, Canada

One of the best decisions that I made in my life was to pursue my postgraduate study in Nursing in my beloved alma mater, UERMMMCI. My undergraduate years under this highly-esteemed institution honed my foundational knowledge and skills as a nurse. On the other hand, my postgraduate years prepared me towards being an efficient educator and leader in my field. Those lessons I learned from my professors prepared me to face the challenges brought about by my current professional endeavors.

During my graduate school years at the UERM, I met many individuals and professors who are leaders in their field of expertise. I subscribe to their belief that a leader must be a catalyst for positive change. They inspired me to be a leader amongst my fellow nurses, especially in the arena of public service.

I became a better and efficient teacher because of my postgraduate studies. My understanding regarding pathophysiology and nursing management became advanced, thanks to our adult health in nursing subjects. Moreover, the results of my research study gave me an understanding of the relationship between nurses’ critical thinking skills and clinical judgment. These results serve as the foundation of my teaching strategies that I am currently applying to my students in the R. Altar Nursing Review center here in Montreal, Canada, to which I am the founder and lecturer. I am also analyzing my students’ performance through various statistics, which I learned during our advanced statistics subject, enabling me to monitor their progress and increase their probability of passing their nursing licensure examinations.

Having higher knowledge in the field of nursing helped me land a nurse clinician job in one of the largest medical institution here in Canada, the McGill University Health Centre. It also helped me to be qualified as a member of certain professional organizations such as the Sigma Theta Tau, the honor society of nursing.

Being a Master of Science in Nursing graduate of the UERM graduate school, led me towards the path of success. Having a postgraduate degree gave me tremendous opportunities that enable me to grow both personally and professionally.

Thank you to my beloved alma mater, UERMMMCI!

Melvin B. Marzan, MSTM

MELVIN B. MARZAN, MSTM
PhD Candidate, Centre for Alcohol Policy Research (CAPR)
La Trobe University, Australia

My graduate degree from UERM gave me the credentials that helped my professional growth. I am where I am now because of what I learned from the UERM grad school. I graduated in 2014 with solid understanding of research and critical thinking processes. Beyond the academic experience, I also gained friends from my classmates, lecturers and staff.

Howell Kim E. Calupit, MSPH

HOWELL KIM E. CALUPIT, MSPH
Infection Control Officer
Infection Control Service
St. Luke’s Medical Center – Quezon City

I can’t imagine this was already a year ago and can’t believe in less than a year, I have been applying all my learnings (Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases, Statistics, Public Health Programs, Environmental Health and Sanitation, Research and Organizational Management and Leadership) from my Public Health degree in the context of COVID19 Pandemic.

I would like to thank the entire UERMMMC Graduate School Faculty and Staff for preparing health professionals in global health crisis like this. I strongly recommend my colleagues in the field of healthcare to undergo this course.

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Research Colloquium Lectures
The Graduate School has been conducting Research Colloquium lectures that aim to provide the
graduate students and faculty with research-oriented lectures on topics that are usually not taken up in
their programs. They aim to augment the learning of all graduate students and health care professionals
on updates and topics relevant to health care education and health care delivery and to inspire students
to take on research topics for their thesis research.

Professional Seminar for Faculty Development
Professional development seminars for graduate school faculty development are designed to enhance
the skills, knowledge, and effectiveness of educators. These seminars focus on improving teaching
practices, staying current with research trends, fostering leadership abilities, and addressing challenges
in higher education. Topics often include effective pedagogy, curriculum design, assessment methods,
mentorship strategies, digital tools for teaching, and diversity and inclusion practices. The goal is to
support faculty in their roles as researchers, mentors, and educators, ultimately contributing to the
academic growth of students and the overall success of their institutions.

Scholarships and Benefits
DOST Project Science and Technology Regional Alliance of Universities for National Development
(STRAND)
The UERM has been approved as delivering institution for the DOST Project Science and Technology
Regional Alliance of Universities for National Development (STRAND) for the Niche Centers in the
Regions for R&D (NICER) or Project STRAND-N, effective First Trimester of AY 2023-2024 with 5 slots
available for the MS in Public Health Thesis students.
Ms. Marie Lea Manirich T. Dejarlo has been accepted as one of the DOST scholars.

Department of Health Local Scholarship Program
There are also two (2) recipients of the Department of Health Local Scholarship Program enrolled under
the Master of Health Care Management program, namely: Mr. Michael Villagomez and Dr. Norman
Fajardo.

Staff and Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP)
The UERM is one of the approved Delivering Higher Education Institutions (DHEIs) for the Scholarships
for Staff and Instructors’ Knowledge Advancement Program (SIKAP) of CHED for the following programs:

○ Master of Science in Public Health
○ Master of Science in Tropical Medicine
○ Master of Science in Nursing (Major in Adult Health Nursing and Maternal & Child
Nursing)
○ Master of Arts in Administration
○ Master of Arts in Education

SIKAP grant provides opportunities for eligible Higher Education Institution (HEI) teaching and non-
teaching personnel, or former HEI teaching or non-teaching personnel seeking advanced studies.

UERM Educational Benefits
The UERM provides educational benefits for its faculty members and nurses.

Free Acupuncture Clinic Project
The Graduate School has been conducting an acupuncture clinic at the Brgy. San Perfecto, San Juan City
since February 2019. Although it was temporarily stopped by the pandemic in March 2020, the
operation was resumed in October 2022. The clinic is an extension service of UERM Graduate School in
cooperation with the LGU-San Juan City and is funded by Class 87 Foundation.
This Alternative Health Clinic provides complementary medicine that is free of charge, acceptable, and
accessible to community members of the barangay, who shall otherwise not be able to address their
health problems due to lack of financial capacity to avail of western medicine or the presence of
conditions that are contra-indicated to the use of western medicine. It is under the supervision of Dr.
MacGerald Cueto, a DOH- PITAHC Certified Medical Acupuncturist. The medical diseases, illnesses, and
conditions seen, examined, and managed include the following: Musculoskeletal pain (Sciatica,
Lumbago, Cervical Spondylosis, Osteoarthritis, and Gouty Arthritis), Prostatitis, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus,
Post Stroke Neurorehabilitation, Motor Tics, Bell’s Palsy, and Mental Health through Stress
Management.

Founding Member of PACPH
Philippine Academic Consortium for Public Health (PACPH) is the first consortium of higher education
institutions (HEIs) offering public health programs in the Philippines. UERM and the following HEIs
comprise the seven founding member institutions: Adventist University of the Philippines, Cagayan State
University – Andrews Campus, Davao Medical School Foundation, Inc., Silliman University, UP Manila,
and UP Visayas.

Testimonials

Reman I. Altar, MSN, RN

Melvin B. Marzan, MSTM

Howell Kim E. Calupit, MSPH

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