Core Values
The principles and values that guide our Association and define who we are
Committed to the highest standards of surgical care and patient outcomes in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. We strive for excellence in every procedure and interaction.
Dedicated to lifelong learning and professional development for all members. Education is the foundation of our specialty's advancement.
Fostering warm and friendly relationships among Fellows and Members through various activities, networking events, and collaborative opportunities.
Striving to meet and exceed global standards in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery practice and training, aligning with IAOMS and AAOMS guidelines.
Upholding the highest ethical standards in patient care, research, and professional conduct. Our reputation is built on trust and integrity.
Placing patient welfare and outcomes at the center of everything we do. Compassionate care combined with surgical excellence.
Promoting lecture tours, skills workshops, and scientific publications to disseminate knowledge locally and internationally.
Maintaining the highest standards of professional practice, limiting practice to the specialty, and pursuing continuous improvement.
Guiding Principles
Limitation of Practice
Fellows commit to practicing exclusively in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and related Head & Neck fields, ensuring specialization and expertise.
Dual Education Advocacy
Supporting the transition to dual-degree education (DMD, MD) to align with international trends and expand the scope of practice.
Bridge Between Disciplines
Honoring our roots in both dentistry and medicine, serving as the natural bridge between these two professions.
Community & Service
Engaging in medical-surgical missions and community education to serve the Filipino people and promote public health.
We promise to uphold these values in all our endeavors - from patient care to education, from research to community service. Our commitment is to advance the specialty of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in the Philippines while maintaining the highest standards of professional excellence, ethical conduct, and compassionate care.
Through collegiality, continuous learning, and dedication to our specialty, we strive to create a unified community of practitioners who exemplify these values in their daily practice and contribute to the advancement of healthcare in the Philippines.
Our Promise
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PAOFMS
Contact
info@paomfs.net
123-456-7890
Location
500 Terry Francois Street,
San Francisco, CA 94158
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