Student Affairs Director Assoc. Prof. Stella Salazar introduces the UPMinCares telemedicine system

The Office of Student Affairs organized the launch of the UPMinCares program on 28 August 2024 at the Administration Building Atrium. UPMinCares is a Telemedicine and Medical Consultation Appointment System, developed in collaboration with Health and Wellness Solutions Technology Inc. (HAWS). UPMinCares is designed to offer convenient and accessible telemedicine services to all members of the University community. This innovative initiative reflects the administration's commitment to enhancing the well-being of the faculty, staff, and students by providing an efficient and user-friendly platform for medical consultations. 

Vice-Chancellor for Administration Leo Manuel Estana speaks about the UPMinCares telemedicine program

 The UPMinCares program was developed with the collaboration among alumni in the healthcare sector. Alumna and haws Director of Healthcare Provider Engagements Aimelynn "Wendy" Cabrera (BASS 2002) brought onboard fellow alumni and physicians Edward Cagape, Neki Soriano, and Khalil Guinomla.        

The arrangement aligns with UPMin's Welfare and Student Support Programs, the UP System's programs for Partnerships and Digital Transformation, and the sustainable development goals of Good Health and Well-being and Quality Education.       

haws' Aimelynn "Wendy" Cabrera guides a student in using the UPMinCares app.

University Student Council chairperson Heroine Marish Fernandez speaks on behalf of the students

Students pose with the haws team, at right, composed of haws' Wendy Cabrera, DHK's Cherry Camia, haws Director Warren Cane, and alumnus Dr. Khalil Guinomla