Who are we?


The ADI-RP Leaders

The Academy of Dentistry International – Republic of the Philippines Section is an organization of incumbent and former members of the faculty of accredited and reputable dental schools in the Philippines. Our mother organization is the Academy of Dentistry International, which was incorporated in the State of California, USA on October 17, 1974. The ADI-RP Section was chartered and recognized on February 10, 1977. Its charter fellows include Dr. Rufino N. Achacoso, Dr. Corazon De Jesus-Atienza, Dr. Blanche C. Barbers, Dr. Jose V. Francisco, Dr. Francisco M. Herbosa, Dr. Luz C. Macapanpan, Dr. Avelino A. Macasaet, Dr. Juan E. Quejada, Jr., Dr. Sofronio P. San Juan, Dr. Ernesto R. Vizcarra, and Dr. Edith N. Zagala.

Our Objectives

We are devoted to the continuing growth, development and progress of dentistry and the improvement of the oral health of the Filipino people through the promotion of quality dental education, continuing education, research, faculty development, values formation, and the ethical and moral practice of the dental profession.