Compassion met clinical precision as student doctors from the University of Southeastern Philippines School of Medicine stepped onto the frontlines of community care, helping 131 young boys safely undergo circumcision during Operation Tuli 2026 on April 27 at Tagum Medical City.
Spearheaded by USeP Health Services Division Director Dr. Marites L. Domingo, the annual outreach mobilized 50 first-year medical students from Batch Silakdiwa, immersing them in hands-on service alongside experienced surgeons and healthcare professionals. The result: a seamless, efficient operation that balanced learning with life-changing care.
Inside the operating area, the rhythm was steady and focused. Students observed, assisted, and engaged—translating classroom knowledge into real-world application. Each procedure reinforced not only clinical competence but also empathy, discipline, and responsibility—qualities essential to the making of future physicians.
The initiative reflects the School of Medicine’s firm commitment to service-learning, where education extends beyond lectures and into communities that need it most. For Batch Silakdiwa, the experience became more than training—it became a defining moment of purpose.
This effort aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 3, advancing access to essential healthcare services, particularly for underserved communities. It also supports Sustainable Development Goal 4, by integrating experiential learning that sharpens both technical skills and compassionate practice among future medical professionals.
As USeP School of Medicine continues to evolve and develop to produce competent, compassionate, performance-level physicians, experiences like Operation Tuli 2026 will undoubtedly remain cornerstone moments in the journey of young aspiring physicians. This event not only allowed Batch Silakdiwa to hone their skills but also reinforced the importance of community engagement and collaborative healthcare.
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