Science for Society: Innovation Impact Stories Highlights ATIPAN Digital Health Revolution

Iligan Highlights Science Innovation Through UP’s “Innovation Impact Stories” Webinar Series

Iligan City, Philippines – The University of the Philippines College of Science Innovation Program continues its insightful series, “Innovation Impact Stories,” with its 4th session happening on October 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM (PH Time). This free webinar will feature Dr. Romulo “Jong” de Castro, Director of the Center of Informatics at the University of San Agustin, as he shares the inspiring work behind the ATIPAN Project: A Community-Based Digital Health Strategy for Universal Healthcare in the Philippines.

The session will explore how science and digital innovation are driving social impact—particularly in healthcare access for marginalized and underserved communities. The ATIPAN Project presents a scalable model that integrates telemedicine, local partnerships, and data-driven health management to strengthen universal healthcare (UHC) implementation nationwide.

Register now to join the live discussion: https://tinyurl.com/mtrrecsf
(Registration open until October 15, 2025, 10:00 AM.)

Iligan and Mindanao Benefit from Nationwide Digital Health Innovation

Through the ATIPAN model, the webinar will highlight:

• Telemedicine integration in local communities across Western Visayas.
• Strategies for sustainability and regional replication of the digital health model.
• Solutions to healthcare challenges faced during project implementation.
• Opportunities for policy adoption to bring universal healthcare closer to every Filipino, including those in Mindanao and Iligan City.

This event underscores the role of science and technology in improving quality of life, aligning with the country’s efforts to bridge healthcare gaps through innovation. The webinar aims to inspire stakeholders—health workers, policymakers, educators, and students—to explore digital pathways toward equitable healthcare for all.

Join the Movement for Smarter, Healthier Communities

Don’t miss this transformative discussion on how data and innovation are reshaping healthcare delivery in the Philippines. Tune in and see how science makes a real impact on communities through programs like ATIPAN.

Register here before October 15, 2025, 10:00 AM: https://tinyurl.com/mtrrecsf