Mary Antonette Ong, MD
Dr. Mary Antonette Ong-Chua has made indelible marks in the fields of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Lifestyle Medicine. She not only excels in the diagnosis and management of complex diseases but also champions the cause of holistic well-being.
In the past five years, Dr. Ong-Chua has been actively involved in conducting and attending seminars and training programs. Her engagements include hosting seminars on Cancer Prevention and Detection, emphasizing the critical role of early detection. Her participation in events such as the 2nd PCLM Midyear Convention: Lifestyle Medicine Immersion highlights her commitment to the intersection of healthcare and lifestyle. Furthermore, she has lent her expertise to educating healthcare professionals in the field of oncology nursing, with a particular focus on breast cancer.
Major Achievements and Awards
The accolades Dr. Ong-Chua has received serve as a testament to her dedication and exceptional contributions to the field of medicine. She has been recognized as the Most Outstanding Medical Oncology Fellow-in-Training 2022 by the Philippine Society of Medical Oncology. Her presentation at the ESMO Asia Congress 2022 earned her the distinction of presenting her work at the Suntec Convention and Exhibit Center in Singapore. Dr. Ong-Chua's commitment to her field is further evident in her receipt of the ESMO Travel Grant 2022 for the Head and Neck Cancer Preceptorship Course.
Her journey to excellence began with the Young Investigator Scholarship Grant at the AACR-KCA Joint Workshop on Precision Medicine in November 2019, where her work was celebrated. She further secured the Third Place in the Dr. Reuben Guerrero Annual Research Contest in October 2019, and another Third Place in the PSMO First Visual Abstract Contest in October 2018. These honors underline her relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation in healthcare.
Part III. Education and Employment
Dr. Ong-Chua's academic foundation was laid at the University of San Agustin, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 2003. Her unwavering pursuit of a career in medicine led her to the Central Philippine University in Jaro, Iloilo City, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2007.
Over the years, Dr. Ong-Chua has embraced various roles within the healthcare community. Her current positions encompass serving at the Antique Medical Center, Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital in Iloilo, Mission Hospital, The Medical City - Iloilo, and Qualimed Hospital - Iloilo.
As an active member of the Philippine College of Lifestyle Medicine (PCLM), she contributes significantly to the advancement of Lifestyle Medicine. Her dedication is evident as she serves as a Chapter Member, ensuring that the values and principles of Lifestyle Medicine continue to positively impact healthcare.
Indeed, we are privileged to have Dr. Mary Antonette Ong-Chua share her expertise and experiences with us. Her journey in the healthcare profession, marked by excellence, compassion, and dedication, makes her a beacon of inspiration for all of us.
In the past five years, Dr. Ong-Chua has been actively involved in conducting and attending seminars and training programs. Her engagements include hosting seminars on Cancer Prevention and Detection, emphasizing the critical role of early detection. Her participation in events such as the 2nd PCLM Midyear Convention: Lifestyle Medicine Immersion highlights her commitment to the intersection of healthcare and lifestyle. Furthermore, she has lent her expertise to educating healthcare professionals in the field of oncology nursing, with a particular focus on breast cancer.
Major Achievements and Awards
The accolades Dr. Ong-Chua has received serve as a testament to her dedication and exceptional contributions to the field of medicine. She has been recognized as the Most Outstanding Medical Oncology Fellow-in-Training 2022 by the Philippine Society of Medical Oncology. Her presentation at the ESMO Asia Congress 2022 earned her the distinction of presenting her work at the Suntec Convention and Exhibit Center in Singapore. Dr. Ong-Chua's commitment to her field is further evident in her receipt of the ESMO Travel Grant 2022 for the Head and Neck Cancer Preceptorship Course.
Her journey to excellence began with the Young Investigator Scholarship Grant at the AACR-KCA Joint Workshop on Precision Medicine in November 2019, where her work was celebrated. She further secured the Third Place in the Dr. Reuben Guerrero Annual Research Contest in October 2019, and another Third Place in the PSMO First Visual Abstract Contest in October 2018. These honors underline her relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation in healthcare.
Part III. Education and Employment
Dr. Ong-Chua's academic foundation was laid at the University of San Agustin, where she completed her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy in 2003. Her unwavering pursuit of a career in medicine led her to the Central Philippine University in Jaro, Iloilo City, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine degree in 2007.
Over the years, Dr. Ong-Chua has embraced various roles within the healthcare community. Her current positions encompass serving at the Antique Medical Center, Angel Salazar Memorial General Hospital in Iloilo, Mission Hospital, The Medical City - Iloilo, and Qualimed Hospital - Iloilo.
As an active member of the Philippine College of Lifestyle Medicine (PCLM), she contributes significantly to the advancement of Lifestyle Medicine. Her dedication is evident as she serves as a Chapter Member, ensuring that the values and principles of Lifestyle Medicine continue to positively impact healthcare.
Indeed, we are privileged to have Dr. Mary Antonette Ong-Chua share her expertise and experiences with us. Her journey in the healthcare profession, marked by excellence, compassion, and dedication, makes her a beacon of inspiration for all of us.
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