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Date: October 11, 2026
\nTheme: Frontiers in Maternal Fetal Medicine \u2013 Precision, Patterns, and Placental Immunology
\nVenue: Quest Plus Conference Center Manila (Formerly Crimson Hotel Alabang)
\nTotal in-person attendance: 86<\/p>\n

The Philippine Society of Maternal Fetal Medicine (PSMFM) hosted another Regional Continuing Medical Education (CME) program last October 11, 2026, at Quest Plus Conference Center Manila, in partnership with the Philippine Obstetrical and Gynecological Society (POGS) \u2013 Southern Tagalog Chapter. The morning event brought together 86 medical professionals to discuss the most up-to-date knowledge in the diagnosis and management strategies of various high-risk conditions under the theme \u201cFrontiers in Maternal Fetal Medicine \u2013 Precision, Patterns, and Placental Immunology<\/em><\/strong>.\u201d<\/p>\n

The program officially commenced with opening remarks from PSMFM President Dr. Irene B. Quinio, followed by a welcome address from POGS Region IV Vice President Dr. Katleen R. Del Prado. Dr. May N. Hipolito, PSMFM Region IV Director, outlined the course overview and introduced the panel of expert speakers before the technical sessions.<\/p>\n

Dr. Katleen R. Del Prado opened the educational sessions with \u201cEmpowering First Trimester Evaluation<\/em><\/strong>,\u201d as she highlighted the significance of accurate first trimester evaluations in the subsequent management of these high-risk patients. This was followed by Dr. Joselito A. Santiago presenting the nuances of severe and complex Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) incorporating emerging evidence in his forum entitled \u201cNavigating Gestational Diabetes: Current Protocols and Emerging Evidence<\/em><\/strong>.\u201d This was followed by Dr. Rachel D. Wico, discussing and reiterating the benefits, significance and ease-of-use of \u201cCardiotocogram: The FIGO Concensus Guidelines.\u201d <\/em><\/strong>The focus then shifted to autoimmune and immunological complications, with Dr. Jennifer O. Augstin, an Allergo-Immunologist, presenting \u201cRefractory APS: Beyond Aspirin and Heparin<\/em><\/strong>.<\/em>\u201d Dr. Pauline Antonette L. Lim-Reyes moderated the interactive open forums, allowing delegates to clarify complex information and interacting with the specialists.<\/p>\n

The educational program concluded with closing remarks delivered by PSMFM Board of Trustees Member \u2013 Head of the Continuing Medical Education, Dr. Cecille B. Manalo-Mendez, leading into a fellowship lunch for all the attendees.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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