September 11, 2025—Faculty members of the Certificate Course on Hospital Quality Improvement (CCHQI)—Dr. Norma Lange-Tagaza, Dr. Maria Linda Buhat, and Dr. Madeleine Valera—paid a courtesy visit to Dr. Lizan E. Perante-Calina, Dean of the Development Academy of the Philippines – Graduate School of Public and Development Management (DAP-GSPDM).

During the meeting, the faculty presented the current status of the course, highlighted ongoing initiatives, and discussed potential areas for collaboration and support. Dean Perante-Calina expressed her appreciation for the faculty’s dedication to advancing hospital quality improvement and assured them of the Graduate School’s continued support in line with its academic direction.

The faculty also paid a visit to DAP Acting President and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Leocadio S. Sebastian, CESO I, who likewise conveyed his encouragement and support for the course’s initiatives.

The courtesy visits with both Acting President Dr. Sebastian and Dean Perante-Calina proved to be a resounding success. The strong affirmations of support from DAP’s leadership not only validate the mission of the CCHQI but also strengthen its collaborative path forward.

This productive engagement marks a significant milestone in the partnership between the CCHQI faculty and the DAP. With a shared commitment to excellence, the course is now better positioned to advance its initiatives and foster a stronger culture of quality improvement in the healthcare sector. The CCHQI faculty looks forward to building on this momentum and leveraging DAP’s support to achieve even greater impact.