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Gibo To Lead DND; Herbosa Appointed To DOH
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President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has made significant changes to his cabinet, appointing lawyer Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. as Secretary of the Department of National Defense (DND) and Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa as Secretary of the Department of Health (DOH). These appointments come at a crucial time as the country grapples with the challenges posed by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
Lawyer Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. brings a wealth of experience in both the private and public sectors. He previously served as a three-term Member of Congress, representing the First District of Tarlac. Teodoro also held the esteemed position of Secretary of Defense under President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's administration, where he became the youngest to hold the position at the age of 43. During his tenure as Secretary of Defense, he also assumed the role of Chairman of the National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC), showcasing his expertise in disaster management.
Teodoro's educational background is impressive, having earned a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Major in Financial Institutions from De La Salle University - Manila. He then pursued a law degree and graduated at the top of his class at the University of the Philippines. In addition, he obtained a Master's degree in Law from Harvard University, further enhancing his legal knowledge and skills.
Throughout his career, Teodoro has received numerous accolades for his leadership and academic excellence. Notably, he was recognized as a Leadership Awardee and Seminar Academic Excellence Awardee during his time at the Air Command and Staff College, Air Education and Training Command Philippine Air Force Command and Staff Course in 2001. In 2003, he attended the Joint and Combined Staff Officers Course, Class Nr 1, JCSC in Camp Aguinaldo, where he was honored as a Leadership Awardee.
Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa, the newly appointed Secretary of the Department of Health, brings extensive experience and expertise in healthcare systems, public health, hospital administration, and emergency and disaster medicine. He obtained his medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila and holds a bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of the Philippines in Diliman. Dr. Herbosa has a distinguished educational background, including an International Diploma Course in Emergency and Crisis Management from the University of Geneva and Postgraduate Studies in Medicine from the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
Before his appointment, Dr. Herbosa served as an Undersecretary at the Department of Health from 2010 to 2015, where he made valuable contributions to various initiatives such as the Hospital Accreditation Commission, the Modernization of the Philippine Orthopedics Center, and promoting Public-Private Partnerships in Health. He also held positions as former Undersecretary and concurrent Regional Director at the DOH-National Capital Regional Office.
Dr. Herbosa's career highlights include serving as the Executive Vice President of the University of the Philippines System from October 2017 to April 2021, where he contributed to the development and growth of the university.
He has held various key positions, including Chief Division of Trauma at the Department of Surgery, Philippine General Hospital, Chairman of the Board for Physicians for Peace Philippines, and 3rd Vice President of the UP Alumni Association.
His international involvement in healthcare is notable, having served as a Professor in the Emergency Department at Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and at the National University of Malaysia. He has also been involved in numerous international roles and collaborations, including serving on the Board of Directors for the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM) and holding positions such as Medical Consultant/Adviser for the Australasian Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians in Melbourne, Australia, and Regional Education Coordinator for the HOPE Program at John Hopkins University Center for International Emergencies, Disasters, and Refugee Studies (CIEDRS).
Dr. Herbosa's dedication to improving healthcare systems is evident through his involvement in the development of the STOP DEATH Program and his membership in the Safe Surgery Saves Lives Global Task Force, which developed the WHO safe surgery checklist. He has also served as a Special Adviser to the National Task Force Against Covid-19, offering expert guidance and contributing to the formulation of strategies to mitigate the impact of the virus.
The appointments of Teodoro and Herbosa were announced after President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. held separate meetings with the respective appointees and senior officials in Malacañang this afternoon. With their extensive backgrounds and expertise, Teodoro and Herbosa are expected to play crucial roles in addressing the challenges faced by the Department of National Defense and the Department of Health, respectively, as the country continues to navigate through the Covid-19 pandemic and other national concerns.
Lawyer Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr. brings a wealth of experience in both the private and public sectors. He previously served as a three-term Member of Congress, representing the First District of Tarlac. Teodoro also held the esteemed position of Secretary of Defense under President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo's administration, where he became the youngest to hold the position at the age of 43. During his tenure as Secretary of Defense, he also assumed the role of Chairman of the National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC), showcasing his expertise in disaster management.
Teodoro's educational background is impressive, having earned a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Major in Financial Institutions from De La Salle University - Manila. He then pursued a law degree and graduated at the top of his class at the University of the Philippines. In addition, he obtained a Master's degree in Law from Harvard University, further enhancing his legal knowledge and skills.
Throughout his career, Teodoro has received numerous accolades for his leadership and academic excellence. Notably, he was recognized as a Leadership Awardee and Seminar Academic Excellence Awardee during his time at the Air Command and Staff College, Air Education and Training Command Philippine Air Force Command and Staff Course in 2001. In 2003, he attended the Joint and Combined Staff Officers Course, Class Nr 1, JCSC in Camp Aguinaldo, where he was honored as a Leadership Awardee.
Dr. Teodoro J. Herbosa, the newly appointed Secretary of the Department of Health, brings extensive experience and expertise in healthcare systems, public health, hospital administration, and emergency and disaster medicine. He obtained his medical degree from the University of the Philippines Manila and holds a bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of the Philippines in Diliman. Dr. Herbosa has a distinguished educational background, including an International Diploma Course in Emergency and Crisis Management from the University of Geneva and Postgraduate Studies in Medicine from the Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University.
Before his appointment, Dr. Herbosa served as an Undersecretary at the Department of Health from 2010 to 2015, where he made valuable contributions to various initiatives such as the Hospital Accreditation Commission, the Modernization of the Philippine Orthopedics Center, and promoting Public-Private Partnerships in Health. He also held positions as former Undersecretary and concurrent Regional Director at the DOH-National Capital Regional Office.
Dr. Herbosa's career highlights include serving as the Executive Vice President of the University of the Philippines System from October 2017 to April 2021, where he contributed to the development and growth of the university.
He has held various key positions, including Chief Division of Trauma at the Department of Surgery, Philippine General Hospital, Chairman of the Board for Physicians for Peace Philippines, and 3rd Vice President of the UP Alumni Association.
His international involvement in healthcare is notable, having served as a Professor in the Emergency Department at Hospital Universiti Kebangsaan in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and at the National University of Malaysia. He has also been involved in numerous international roles and collaborations, including serving on the Board of Directors for the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine (WADEM) and holding positions such as Medical Consultant/Adviser for the Australasian Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians in Melbourne, Australia, and Regional Education Coordinator for the HOPE Program at John Hopkins University Center for International Emergencies, Disasters, and Refugee Studies (CIEDRS).
Dr. Herbosa's dedication to improving healthcare systems is evident through his involvement in the development of the STOP DEATH Program and his membership in the Safe Surgery Saves Lives Global Task Force, which developed the WHO safe surgery checklist. He has also served as a Special Adviser to the National Task Force Against Covid-19, offering expert guidance and contributing to the formulation of strategies to mitigate the impact of the virus.
The appointments of Teodoro and Herbosa were announced after President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. held separate meetings with the respective appointees and senior officials in Malacañang this afternoon. With their extensive backgrounds and expertise, Teodoro and Herbosa are expected to play crucial roles in addressing the challenges faced by the Department of National Defense and the Department of Health, respectively, as the country continues to navigate through the Covid-19 pandemic and other national concerns.
Jun 5, 2023
