IDLD GC - Gastroenterology Fellowship Program

23/08/2026

The St. Luke’s Medical Center Global City - Institute of Digestive and Liver Diseases (IDLD-GC), in partnership with ANBIIG and endorsed by the Philippine Society of Digestive Endoscopy (PSDE), hosts the Image-Enhanced Endoscopy and Therapeutics in Daily Practice: Endoscopy Workshop 2026.

📅 August 28–29, 2026
📍 St. Luke’s Medical Center – Global City

Featuring expert-led lectures, interactive case discussions, and hands-on training, the workshop reflects our shared commitment to advancing endoscopy education and clinical practice through collaboration and deliberate practice.

We look forward to welcoming our faculty and colleagues to Manila!

14/08/2026

09/08/2026

IDLD Global City proudly supported the HSP Ultrasound Workshop, hosted by the Hepatology Society of the Philippines on August 8, 2026.

The program opened with a Liver Conference presented by our fellow, Dr. Jem Cabusas, followed by lectures and hands-on ultrasound training.

Our consultants, Dr. Ian Cua, Dr. Juliet Cervantes, and Dr. Suzette Kho-Herman, also served as faculty and speakers, sharing their expertise with the participants.

We are proud to support initiatives that strengthen education, collaboration, and skills development in hepatology. Congratulations to HSP on a successful workshop!

09/08/2026

We congratulate our IDLD GC consultants on their recent academic achievements, with 3 book chapters and 3 peer-reviewed journal articles published over the past few months! 🎉

📘 Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics
Congratulations to Dr. Sandy Prodigalidad, Dr. Carlos Francisco, and Dr. Enrik Aguila for their book chapters in the thematic issue Endoscopy Training Based on the Science of Expertise.
https://www.giendo.theclinics.com/current

📄 JHEP Reports
Congratulations to Dr. Ian Cua for co-authoring Delphi Survey to Explore Core Curriculum for Training the Next Generation of Hepatologists.
https://www.jhep-reports.eu/article/S2589-5559(26)00213-2/fulltext

📄 Digestive Endoscopy
Congratulations to Dr. Nikko Raymundo for co-authoring Efficacy and Safety of Closure-Focused Anti-Reflux Mucoplasty Compared With Conventional ARMS: A Propensity Score–Matched Study.
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/den.70201

📄 Endoscopy International Open
Finally, congratulations to Dr. Enrik Aguila for co-authoring Global Variability in the Implementation of Gastric Cancer Prevention Guidelines: A Multinational Survey.
https://www.thieme-connect.com/products/ejournals/abstract/10.1055/a-2915-9599

These accomplishments reflect our continuing commitment to research, education, and advancing the field of Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Congratulations to all our consultants! 👏📚

03/08/2026

This August, the St. Luke's Medical Center Global City – Institute of Digestive and Liver Diseases (IDLD-GC) proudly supports two educational events that reflect our shared commitment to excellence in gastroenterology, hepatology, and endoscopy.

📍 HSP Ultrasound Workshop (Hepatology Society of the Philippines in cooperation with IDLD-GC)
🗓️ August 8, 2026

📍 Image-Enhanced Endoscopy and Therapeutics in Daily Practice (hosted by IDLD GC and ANBIIG, endorsed by the Philippine Society of Digestive Endoscopy)
🗓️ August 28–29, 2026

Through these educational initiatives, we continue to foster excellence in training, advance clinical practice, and provide opportunities for physicians to learn from leading experts in the field. We look forward to welcoming colleagues for another month of collaboration, innovation, and lifelong learning.

30/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our senior fellows on another remarkable milestone!

Their research has been recognized on the international stage with oral presentation acceptances and scholarship grants at two of the world's leading gastroenterology meetings:

🌍 ENDO 2026 – Cape Town, South Africa (September 2026)
🌍 UEG Week 2026 – Barcelona, Spain (October 2026)

These achievements reflect the strength of our institution's commitment to research, academic excellence, and global collaboration. We are proud to see our fellows representing the Philippines and contributing to the advancement of digestive health worldwide.

28/07/2026

Education empowers healthier communities.

Today, in celebration of World Hepatitis Day, the SLMC Global City Institute of Digestive and Liver Diseases in partnership with the Hepatology Society of the Philippines, conducted a lay forum to raise awareness about viral hepatitis, emphasizing the importance of prevention, early detection, and timely treatment.

In observance of Nutrition Month, a separate session was also held to emphasize the importance of good nutrition and healthy eating habits for overall health and well-being.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make today's event a success. Together, we continue to promote healthier communities through education and advocacy.

Protect your liver, nourish your body, and invest in your health today! 💙🌿

16/07/2026

🎓🎉 Congratulations to our alumni fellows and current first year fellows on these remarkable milestones!

We proudly congratulate our alumni fellows, Dr. Federico Peralta, Dr. Rafael Mendoza, and Dr. Jasmin Gondayao, on their recent graduation from Gastroenterology Fellowship. It has been a privilege to be part of your journey, and we are incredibly proud to have witnessed your growth, dedication, and outstanding achievements throughout your training. We look forward to seeing the impact you will continue to make in the field of gastroenterology.

We also extend our warmest congratulations to our current first-year GI fellows, Dr. Jem Cabusas and Dr. Alyssa Ng, who recently celebrated their graduation from residency training. We wish you continued success and fulfillment in your fellowship training.

Congratulations once again to all of you! Your St. Luke's IDLD Global City family is proud of your accomplishments 👏🎖

04/07/2026

A successful afternoon of hands-on learning at our Endoscopy Skills Workshop held on 4 July 2026! 👏

IDLD–Global City consultants, fellows, faculty, and endoscopy nurses came together to practice a wide range of therapeutic endoscopy techniques through dedicated ex vivo stations, strengthening technical skills in a safe and realistic training environment.

Special thanks to our Course Director, Dr. Nikko Raymundo, our faculty, nursing team, and our industry partners—Boston Scientific, ERBE, and Somnotec—for their invaluable support.

We look forward to seeing everyone at our next workshops!

23/06/2026

✴️ Protect Your Liver, Protect Your Future ✴️

In observance of Global Fatty Liver Day, the St. Luke’s Medical Center – Global City Institute of Digestive and Liver Diseases, in partnership with the Hepatology Society of the Philippines, held a public forum today to raise awareness about fatty liver disease and emphasize the importance of prevention, early detection, and maintaining liver health.

Through education and advocacy, we hope to empower individuals to make healthier choices and take proactive steps toward a healthier future.