The University of Asia and the Pacific (UA&P), through its Center for Student Affairs (CSA), formalized a partnership with Manila Doctors Hospital (MDH) on May 14, 2025, with a Memorandum of Agreement signing held at UA&P.

The collaboration establishes MDH as UA&P’s official mental health referral partner, enabling students to access professional psychological and psychiatric services through the CSA - Office of Guidance and Counseling (OGC). The partnership aims to strengthen the university’s mental health support system by providing confidential, high-quality care for students needing diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing support.

Present at the signing were UA&P President Dr. Winston Conrad Padojinog, CSA Executive Director Dr. Cecilia Resurreccion, and OGC Officer-in-Charge Ms. Ma. Katherine Olivia Nazal. MDH was represented by its President, Ms. Arlene Ledesma, and Hospital Director Dr. Hian Ho Kua.

(L-R) MDH Hospital Director Dr. Hian Ho Kua, MDH President Ms. Arlene Ledesma, UA&P President Dr. Winston Conrad Padojinog, CSA Executive Director Dr. Cecilia Resurreccion, and OGC Officer-in-Charge Ms. Ma. Katherine Olivia Nazal.

In their remarks, both parties emphasized their shared commitment to promoting student well-being and holistic development. The signing ceremony not only formalized the agreement but also reinforced both institutions’ dedication to promoting a mentally healthy academic environment where students can thrive.

MDH President Ms. Arlene Ledesma & UA&P President Dr. Winston Conrad Padojinog.

With other officials of Manila Doctors Hospital and staff of the UA&P Center for Student Affairs.