Join us at Innovation Impact Stories as our very own Dr. Romulo de Castro give an online lecture at UP Diliman College of Science Innovation Program entitled ATIPAN: A Community-Based Digital Health Strategy for Universal Healthcare in the Philippines. Don't miss out and save the date!
Date: October 15, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM Philippines Time Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/mtrrecsf (registrations until October 15, 10:00 AM only)
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Dr. Romulo de Castro featured Atipan at the Fostering Innovation and Regional Excellence (FIRE 2025): The Balik Scientist Forum in Western Visayas, held last September 10, 2025, at Circulo Convention Center, Roxas City, Capiz where he shared the lessons learned from A Community-Based Digital Health Strategy for Universal Healthcare in the Philippines and the things we should focus moving forward if we want better healthcare system in the Philippines.
 We’re excited to share that "ATIPAN: A Community-Based Digital Health Strategy for Universal Health Care (UHC) and the Mental Health Law (MHL)" will be featured at the 47th NAST ASM, happening on July 9–10, 2025.
Representing this initiative, Dr. Romulo de Castro, our very own CFI Director, has been invited to speak during Plenary Session 4 on July 9, 2025, from 4:10 PM to 4:30 PM. His presentation will explore how ATIPAN integrates digital technology and community-based approaches to promote inclusive, accessible, and sustainable health and mental health solutions; contributing to the broader goals of UHC, MHL and health equity. Stay tuned for more updates!  Dr. Romulo de Castro, CFI Director, was invited to take part in the APEC Digital Hub for Mental Health and Institute of Mental Health Singapore's Roundtable on Youth Mental Health and Digital Technology, happening on July 15, 2025, in Singapore. He will present mental health in the ATIPAN Telehealth Program and their efforts on digital mental health for remote, marginalized and highly vulnerable communities.
Check out here for further details. Dr. Romulo de Castro to Deliver Plenary Lecture on ATIPAN at Singapore Mental Health Conference 20256/17/2025  Dr. Romulo de Castro, our very own CFI Director, will deliver a plenary lecture on the powerful lessons of ATIPAN on digital health equity at the Singapore Mental Health Conference on July 16, 2025.
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 Daily Guardian reporter Mariela Angella Oladive won the “Most Inspiring Healthcare Story” Award at the 2025 TMC Iloilo Media Excellence Awards for her feature on ATIPAN, a telehealth initiative by the Center for Informatics (University of San Agustin) that expands healthcare access to indigenous communities. Her article, “BRIDGING GAPS: ATIPAN Telehealth Expands Indigenous Health Access,” spotlighted the project’s role in addressing healthcare inequalities in remote areas.
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Our very own Dr. de Castro shared great insights with some of the brightest minds in the region at the National Academy of Science and Technology’s Regional Scientific Meeting (NAST RSM) in the Philippines.
Dr. de Castro's opportunity to contribute to meaningful conversations that drive innovation, research, and national development highlights the ATIPAN's core principles: prioritize the marginalized, empower community and promote well-being, and push forward technology/innovation deployment to the most underserved to prevent further inequities. Learn more about the lecture through sessions below.
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.  During the recent workshop on the ATIPAN telehealth program, indigenous partner communities shared valuable insights into the mental health challenges they experience. Discussions highlighted key concerns, including limited access to mental health services, cultural perceptions of mental well-being, and the role of traditional healing practices.
These perspectives emphasize the importance of developing inclusive, community-centered approaches that integrate indigenous knowledge with accessible mental health support. As telehealth services continue to expand, fostering collaboration with these communities will be essential in addressing their unique healthcare needs effectively. Watch the documentation here. |
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