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Once a year, the member diplomates come together for its annual General Assembly. The early birds dressed in Filipiniana attire came into the Cameron Forbes room at the Manila Polo Club ready for the annual pictorials. With complete attendance, the General Assembly held last July 3, 2019 started at exactly 8:00 AM with Chairman Ma. Rosario Eala presiding. The meeting centered on all diplomates are one with the PBPD thrust in uplifting the practice of Pediatric Dentistry in the Philippines and recognition as a Dental Specialist in Pediatric Dentistry.

(L to R: Dr. Ermina Bautista, Dr. Bai Fatima Gania, Dr. Daisy Malenab, Dr. Maria Margarita Regudo-Almoro, Dr. Germilyn Krizza Go, Dr. Ma. Patria Rita Mejorada-Sotelo, Dr.

The PPDSI kicked off its whole day 25th Anniversary celebration on November 29, 2018 with its first clinical practice guidelines public forum on Sedation where the PBPD Diplomates were invited to take part. The successful public forum was then followed by a lecture from Dr.

A Diplomate exam Orientation and dinner get-together was hosted by the PBPD for prospective applicants and candidates of the Diplomate exam. Aptly titled "Get on Board to Success", the evening began with a short presentation by Sun Life financial adviser Ms.

The 22nd General Assembly of the Philippine Board of Pediatric Dentistry was held last July 2, 2018 with all 12 member Diplomates in complete attendance. Dr. Marirose Eala, current Chairman of the PBPD, welcomed the members and presided over the meeting.

Maintaining and improving the quality of advanced education pediatric dentistry is a primary aim of the Program Accreditation Committe of the Philippine Board of Pediatric Dentistry. The process of accreditation assures students, specialty boards and the public that accredited training programs are in compliance with current standards.

The Philippine Board of Pediatric Dentistry held its 21st General Assembly and Induction Rites on July 3, 2017 at Abuela’s in Somerset Millennium Makati.

This marked the turnover of the Chairmanship from Dr. Lourdes Caparas to Dr. Maria Rosario Eala and the induction of its officers, Dr. Maria Margarita Almoro, as Secretary, Dr. Carina De los Reyes as Treasurer, Dr. Eric Hernandez as Director.

The PBPD held its Annual General Assembly last July 4, 2016 at the Last Chukker of the Manila Polo Club. The President of the PPDSI, Dr. Noel Vallesteros, together with the other Diplomates, were present to listen to PBPD Chair, Dr. Lourdes Caparas who provided the 2016 PBPD annual report; and Dr. Marirose Eala for the Treasurer’s report. The group had a chance to exchange ideas on achieving the long-term goals of the Board while enjoying a sumptuous breakfast.

The PBPD Induction and Annual General Assembly was held last July 6, 2015 at the Trophy Room, Manila Polo Club. Dr. Hazel Marie Tala-Sunico was inducted as the newest Diplomate of the PBPD, making her the 10th pediatric dentist to be included in the Diplomate Roster. Dr. Rannier Reyes, PRC Board Chairman was present as the inducting officer and guest speaker. The event was attended by all the PBPD Diplomates and PPDSI President, Dr. Noel Vallesteros. At the same event, the initial accreditation of the Pediatric Dentistry Center (PDC) was also awarded.

Ten Specialists in Pediatric Dentistry were certified by the Board of Dentistry, Professional Regulation Commission, upon the nomination of the Philippine Pediatric Dental Society, Inc. last July 30, 2013 at the Manila Hotel. The PRC Certificates of Approval as Pediatric Dental Specialists were distributed by the members of the Professional Regulatory Board of Dentistry including Hon. Gloria Bumanlag, Hon. Melinda Garcia, Hon. Rannier Reyes, and Hon. Dominador Santos and its Chairman, Hon. Steve Mark Gan. Hon.