Our Legacy of
Excellence

For 50 yearsDavao Doctors College has been shaping healthcare professionals through academic excellence, innovation, and compassionate service. Guided by a rich legacy and a commitment to the future, we continue to empower generations of learners to lead with liberty, integrity, fortitude, and excellence.

The History of
Davao Doctors College, Inc.

1975

September 1975 marked the birth of the Davao Doctors College, Inc. then the Davao Doctors Hospital School of Nursing (DDHSN). DDHSN offered a 3-year Basic Course in Nursing leading to Graduate Nurse. The pioneering founders of DDC were: Dr. Augusto Abela, Sr., Dr. Juan Belisario, Jr., Dr. Rodrigo Casiño, Dr. Valeriana Castillo, Dr. Honorio dela Cruz, Dr. Jose Gantioqui, Jr., Dr. Luisito Guanlao, Dr. Honorio S. Hilario, Dr. Benigno Magpantay, Dr. Gerino Pañagan, Dr. Pacita San Vicente, Dr. Crisostomo Serrano, Sr., Dr. Leo Sicat, Dr. Amador Villanueva and Dr. Herminio A. Villano, Sr.

1979
Offered BS Nursing, BS Biology and Pre-Dentistry
1981
DDHSN was officially named Davao Doctors College.
Offered BS Physical Therapy and BS Radiologic Technology.
1990
1994
Offered Doctor of Optometry.
Opened non-health related courses: BS Psychology, BS Hotel and Restaurant Management, BS Computer Science and AB Communication.
1998
2000
Start of accreditation by the Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities–Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA).
Offered Bachelor of Elementary Education and Bachelor of Secondary Education.
2001
2009
Offered Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy and TESDA-accredited courses.
CURRENT STATUS OF ACCREDITED PROGRAMS:

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Level IV Re-Accredited Status
  • Bachelor of Science in Biology – Level III Re-Accredited Status
  • Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology – Level III Accredited Status (First in the Philippines)
  • Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management – Level II Accredited Status
  • Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy – Level I Accredited Status
  • Bachelor of Science in Psychology – Level I Accredited Status
  • Doctor of Optometry – Level I Accredited Status

From its modest beginnings, DDC has metamorphosed into a prestigious institution of learning. Today, DDC stands proud and remains steadfast in its quest for excellence.

Davao Doctors College, Inc.
Vision, Mission, and Core Values

VISION

The leading Philippines-based provider of human resources for healthcare industries, in the country and throughout the world.

MISSION

To provide our clients with healthcare education of the highest order, our employees with a rewarding and fruitful working environment, our partners with mutually beneficial relationships, and our stockholders with a viable and sustainable enterprise.

CORE VALUES

Davao Doctors College is anchored on the following values as its bedrock:

Liberty to learn. The exercise of academic freedom.The liberty to explore, to innovate, to advance the search for knowledge.
Integrity. Adherence to rules on acceptable conduct. Standing upright to uphold what is right.
Fortitude. Strength of character. Courage in the face of adversity.
Excellence. Performing to attain results of the highest order in everything we do.

A DDC graduate is a healthcare professional who is dedicated, driven and competent.

  • Dedicated. Passionate about one’s work. Devoted to one’s duty.
  • Driven. Motivated to excel. Willing to work beyond the call of duty.
  • Competent. Capable. Performs as expected.

SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

  • Board of Trustees
  • Executive Council
  • Academic Council
  • Teaching Supervisors
  • Non-Teaching Supervisors
Dr. Daniel C. Dela Paz
Dr. Daniel C. Dela Paz
Chairman
Prof. Miguel D. Soledad
Prof. Miguel D. Soledad
President and CEO
Atty. Manuel S. Nitorreda
Atty. Manuel S. Nitorreda
Corporate Secretary
Dr. Crispin C. Go
Dr. Crispin C. Go
Secretary
Mr. Reymond S. Conchango
Mr. Reymond S. Conchango
Trustee
Mr. Celso Bernard C. Lopez
Mr. Celso Bernard C. Lopez
Trustee
Ms. Julia Susan B. Castillo
Ms. Julia Susan B. Castillo
Trustee
v
Atty. Eduardo M. Pangan
Trustee
Dr. Llewelyn H. Tanopo
Dr. Llewelyn H. Tanopo
Trustee
Ms. Elizabeth Maureen H. Anzures
Ms. Elizabeth Maureen H. Anzures
Trustee
Mr. Augusto P. Palisoc Jr.
Mr. Augusto P. Palisoc Jr.
Trustee
Mr. Paul G. Dominguez
Mr. Paul G. Dominguez
Trustee
Dr. Rizalina Maria Karis M. Mata
Dr. Rizalina Maria Karis M. Mata
Trustee
Prof. Miguel D. Soledad, MPA, MBM
Prof. Miguel D. Soledad, MPA, MBM
President and CEO
Atty. Manuel S. Nitorreda
Atty. Manuel S. Nitorreda
Corporate Secretary
Angelica L. Torres, MSPsych
Angelica L. Torres, MSPsych
Chief Operating Officer
Jessa A. Lo, CPA, MBA
Jessa A. Lo, CPA, MBA
Chief Finance and Information Officer
Erlyn Jessie D. Dy, Ph. D
Erlyn Jessie D. Dy, Ph. D
Chief Academic Officer
Angelica L. Torres, MSPysch
Angelica L. Torres, MSPysch
Chief Operating Officer
Erlyn Jessie D. Dy, Ph. D
Erlyn Jessie D. Dy, Ph. D
Chief Academic Officer
Christine M. Fiel, Ph.D.
Christine M. Fiel, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Allied Health Sciences
Glenn P. Alumbro, MAEd
EGlenn P. Alumbro, MAEd
Dean, College of General Education, Management and Sciences
Rai Kristie Salve C. Gomez
Rai Kristie Salve C. Gomez
Group Head, Student Affairs and Services
Christian Vincent Galolo, LPT, MAED
Christian Vincent Galolo, LPT, MAED
Assistant to the Chief Operating Officer for Internalization General Education Program Chair
Basir E. Dalam, LPT, MPA
Basir E. Dalam, LPT,
MPA
Assistant to the Chief
Operating Officer for Quality
Assurance
Marc Andreo C. Malala, RN
Marc Andreo C. Malala, RN
Research In-charge
Glenn G. Lagare, LPT
Glenn G. Lagare, LPT
Assistant to the Chief Academic Officer Document Controller Officer
Rel B. Hortelano, LPT
Rel B. Hortelano, LPT
Asst. to the Dean – College of Allied Health Science

COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

Christine M. Fiel, Ph.D.
Christine M. Fiel, Ph.D.
Dean
College of Allied Health Sciences
Marriza Ivy M. Generalao, RN MN
Marriza Ivy M. Generalao, RN MN
Program Chair
Nursing Program
Howard Nathaniel M. Talaro, PTRP
Howard Nathaniel M. Talaro, PTRP
OIC Program Chair
Physical Therapy Program
Angelica L. Torres, MSPsych
Angelica L. Torres,
MSPsych
Program Chair
Psychology Program

Larra Bet G. Rosete, RMT, MSMT
Larra Bet G. Rosete, RMT, MSMT
Program Chair
Medical Laboratory Science Program
Leonila P. Felizarte, RRT, MAEd, PhD
Leonila P. Felizarte, RRT, MAEd, PhD
Program Chair
Radiologic Technology
Program
Jovina Sandra Dela Victoria-Tom, OD, MBA-ME, FAOC, ACVT, Ph.D
Jovina Sandra Dela Victoria-Tom, OD, MBA-ME, FAOC, ACVT, Ph.D
Program Chair
Doctor of Optometry Program

Charity P. Redaniel, RPh, MSPharm
Charity P. Redaniel, RPh, MSPharm
Program Chair
Pharmacy Program
Camelia R. Boquia,OTRP, MSPsych
Camelia R. Boquia,OTRP, MSPsych
Program Chair
Occupational Therapy Program
Geonyzl L. Alviola, MSBio, Ph.D
Geonyzl L. Alviola, MSBio, Ph.D
Program Chair
Biology Program
Francis Jann G. Fiel, RN, MN
Francis Jann G. Fiel, RN, MN
OIC Program Chair
Master of Arts in
Nursing
Theresa T. Eguia, RRT, MAEM, Ph.D
Theresa T. Eguia, RRT, MAEM, Ph.D
Program Chair
Master of Science in Radiologic Technology

CLINICAL COORDINATORS