The Department of Health recently honored the unwavering commitment of Batch 39, “Sinagtala,” at the 2024 Exit Conference for the Doctors-to-the-Barrios (DTTB) Program in Davao City. This gathering celebrated the exceptional dedication of Rural Health Physicians (RHPs) from across the nation as they near the completion of their three-year service.
Among the most outstanding DTTBs are Dr. Flores, serving in Mangudadatu, Maguindanao del Sur, and Dr. Sukarno from Pandag, Maguindanao del Sur. Recognized for their transformative impact, these inspiring doctors have played a pivotal role in delivering quality healthcare to underserved communities, building trust, and enhancing healthcare access in their regions.
The MOH-BARMM region delegation, led by Abdulhalik M. Kasim, MD, MDM, CESE
Assistant Secretary of Health and
Yasmin T. Guindolongan, RN, RM
Asst. Doctor To The Barrio Program Coordinator, included an exceptional group of Doctors-to-the-Barrios (DTTB) from Batch 39, each assigned to different local government units (LGUs) across the region. This dedicated team has made unique contributions to their respective communities.
1. SAHABAT, RAISA L.
2. BAZAR, YOUSEF HASSAN B.
3. PANDA, MONDIRAH H.
4. MOCSIR, HIDJARAH M.
5. ABDULRAHIM, MOHAISAH C.
6. ANARIG, SITTIE MAYHA S.
7. SARIP, SITTIE HAYNNA B.
8. AMPA, MORSIDAH S.
9. RANDE, SOPHIA INTESHAR B.
10. MACAUMBOS, RANIA-ILANA M.
11. ABAS, SHA-ADA Z.
12. HADJI SOCOR, FATHMA SOKURAH M.
13. ALI, ALIAH A.
14. FLORES, RAYMOND B.
15. ABAS, JAMIR RASHEED K.
16. SUKARNO, SAHED ARVIN M.
17. DATUDACULA, ASNIAH D.
18. ABDULLAH, NAJERAH A.
19. PAGTALUNAN, JONAH RAFFIEL N.
20. DEMEGILLO, RON ANDRIE V.
21. ADJILANI, SITTI FATIMA F.
22. KASHIM, MARINA A.
23. DAUD, ARRYWYN INDANAN A.
Their work truly embodies the spirit of the DTTB Program, showing that committed healthcare professionals can create lasting change—even in the most remote areas. Dr. Flores and Dr. Sukarno’s dedication is an inspiration to future generations and a powerful reminder of the impact of devoted healthcare workers on the journey to a healthier, more equitable Philippines.