ATIPAN+’s Dr. Josel Jabadan Wins 1st Prize for Outstanding Research at 26th WONCA Asia Pacific Conference

Dr. Josel Jabadan, one of the dedicated doctors behind ATIPAN+, has brought honor to the Philippines by winning 1st Prize for the “Most Outstanding Research Award” competing against 45 countries and more than 500 family medicine doctor presenters at the 26th WONCA (World Organization of Family Doctors) Asia Pacific Conference held in Korea. Even more impressive—this was her very first time presenting on the global stage!

Her award-winning research focused on integrating telemedicine with a culturally-sensitive, community and patient-centered, and family-focused care approach in managing esotropia in an indigenous child. The study highlighted the importance of merging modern medical practices with cultural understanding—an approach that deeply resonated with the international panel.

This achievement embodied the values and advocacy that ATIPAN stands for: accessible, respectful, and inclusive healthcare for underserved communities.