In a significant development, the university announced the appointment of Dr. Maria Linda Gabit Gavino as its new physician. Dr. Gavino, a highly accomplished medical doctor and lawyer, took the oath of office today, May 2, 2023, at the university president's office. It is recalled that she took her first oath on April 17, 2023 as it was the effectivity of her appointment and assumption to work. Today's oath taking is an enactment with the presence of her family.

Dr. Gavino's appointment follows the outgoing physician, Dr. Cesaria Daogas Mendoza, who has served the university for several years. Dr. Gavino's appointment became effective on April 17, 2023, and she has since taken charge of the university's medical services.

Dr. Gavino brings with her a wealth of experience in the medical and legal fields. She is a highly respected physician with a proven track record of providing top-notch healthcare services to her patients. Her legal background also makes her uniquely qualified to navigate the complex legal and regulatory issues that often arise in the medical field.

Dr. Eduardo T. Bagtang, the university president, expressed confidence in Dr. Gavino's ability to lead the university's medical services, saying, "We are delighted to welcome Dr. Gavino to the university. Her experience and expertise in both medicine and law make her the ideal candidate to lead our medical services into the future."

Dr. Gavino expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to serve the university, saying, "I am honored to be appointed as the university physician, and I am committed to providing the best possible medical care to the university community. I look forward to working with the university's outstanding medical staff to ensure the continued health and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff."

Overall, Dr. Gavino's appointment as the new university physician is a significant development that highlights the university's dedication to delivering outstanding medical services. As an accomplished medical doctor and lawyer, Dr. Gavino is well-equipped to lead the university's medical services into the future, ensuring the continued health and well-being of the university's students, faculty, and staff.