Southeast asian countries – ASEAN History Southeast asian countries – ASEAN Academy of Medicine Singapore, 1957 Academy of Medicine of Malaysia, 1966 Academy of Medicine of Hongkong, 1993 Academy of Medicine, Philippines, 2013

Background & Objectives 2012 – Academy of Medicine, Malaysia Philippine College of Physicians Philippine College of Surgeons Consulted with PBOM & invited Philippine Obstetrical & Gynecological Society Philippine College of Radiology Philippine Society of Anesthesiology Philippine Society of Pathology

The Academy was formally established June 4, 2013 The Academy was formally established The founding trustees and officers were elected From left to right: Dr. Priscilla Caguioa, Trustee (PCP), Dr. Raul Quillamor, Auditor (POGS), Dr. Alfred Belmonte, Vice President (PCS), Dr. Oscar Cabahug, President, (PCP), Dr. Grace Herbosa, Secretary (PSA), Dr. Danilo Sacadalan, Treasurer (PCR), Dr. Maximo Simbulan, Jr., Trustee (PCS) Not in the Picture: Dr. Herbert Pascual, Trustee (PSP), Dr. Rey Delos Reyes, Trustee (POGS)

Objectives of the AMP To jointly set the standards for the academic training and certification of the Fellows of its member organizations, representing the recognized specialty divisions in Philippine medicine. To unite the recognized specialty divisions by harmonizing their curriculums in accordance with the standards for training and certification set by the Academy. To be the common representative of the Specialty Societies through its Governing Council and the Officers of the Academy. To establish and regularly update the National Registry of Specialists in the country for submission to the Philippine Board of Medicine To represent the specialty societies to the other ASEAN academies of medicine in the context of the MRA.

The AMP and the PRC It is through the PRC Board of Medicine that the academy seeks to fulfill its role as the representative of the specialty colleges/societies to the other academies of ASEAN The AMP can provide the PRC with the manpower and resources of the combined specialty societies to unify, implement, monitor and update the requirements for training, credentialing, accreditation, and CME of the specialists The AMP with its existing relations with the Colleges/Academies of the ASEAN can assist the PRC in implementing the provisions of the MRA

Concepts on the Establishment of the AMP UNIFIED: Credentialing of the Specialist Bring together all Specialty Societies in one body, especially those not categorized/recognized by the existing 8 specialty divisions Harmonization of the academic activities of the Specialty Societies Maintenance of ethical standards in the practice of specialty medicine

Credentialing of the Specialist The Specialty Divisions and the Specialty Societies have developed their respective credentialing processes and only requires standardization. Specialty Societies like Neurology, Rehabilitation Medicine, Ophthalmology can be recognized as distinct specialty societies instead of being part of a major specialty division. “ Pseudo-credentialing” by other medical organizations will be contained and hopefully eliminated Only Fellows of the member specialty socities can become Fellows of the AMP. The different societies may retain their member or diplomate categories but only certified Fellows can become part of the Academy. This should encourage diplomates to achieve the fellowship status

Recognition of the Specialist Conferment of Fellowship status by the AMP to be recognized by the ASEAN academies Awarding of Certificates of Fellowship with the signature of the PBOM chairman especially for ASEAN MRA Specification of the specialty in the PRC ID

Recognition of the Specialist The public cannot distinguish which organizations represent true specalists (e.g. cosmetic surgeons, diabetologists, etc.) - With the help of the PRC, the DOH and PMA, the Academy should spearhead recognition of the Specialist Societies for patient safety Credentialing and recognition of sub-specialties shall initially be left to the Specialty Divisions and Specialty Societies

Boundaries of practice Establish of the Core Competencies of the Specialist and how this differs from the generalist (Medicine/Pediatrics) Establish the Core Competencies of the Sub- specialists in relation to that of the Specialist (General Surgery/cosmetic surgery) Prepare for the Physicians Act that will define the competencies of the generalist, specialist and sub- specialist and certification for the MRA

Harmonization of the Academic Activities of the Specialty Societies Self-regulation of the academic activities of the specialty organizations in terms of certification, accreditation and training will remain The different specialty societies are currently in different stages of development with regards to these important committees – need to standardize

Harmonization of the Academic Activities of the Specialty Societies Self determination of CME requirements - the specialist organizations are the best evaluators of the CME needs in their respective fields and can competently recommend these to the PRC Coordinate with the PRC regarding all academic activities with the latter having oversight functions

Maintenance of Ethical Standards of Medical Practice To assist the PRC Board of Medicine in reviewing standards of care in the different specialties by bringing together its different Committees on Ethics and recommending sanctions for - unethical practice - gross deviation from standard practice for financial or personal gains - use of unaccepted management schemes especially those which are expensive and potentially harmful

AMP STANDING COMMITTEES 1. Philippine Certifying Board for Specialists 2. Accreditation 3. Training 4. Continuing Medical Education 5. Credentials and Academic Titles 6. Ethics 7. External Affairs/International Relations

Academy LOGO Six (6) Laurel leaves Rod of Asclepius Signifies the 6 Specialty Divisions that formed the Academy in 2012 Rod of Asclepius Symbol associated with medicine and health care

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