13th PFPA Excellence and Distinction (EXCeeD) Awards 2026

Celebrating excellence at the 13th PFPA Excellence and Distinction (EXCeeD) Awards 2026!

Warmest congratulations to the distinguished awardees:

• Hon. Christine Rodriguez – Distinction Awardee for Government Service

• Dr. Donnie Saludes – Distinction Awardee in the Applied Research and Development Category

• Dr. Jovina dela Victoria Tom – Distinction Awardee in the Academe Category

• Dr. Winnie V. Juarez – Distinction Awardee in the Professional Association Category

• Dr. Marilyn Joy Lim-Eustaquio – Distinction Awardee for Private Specialized Practice

A special recognition to Dr. Winnie V. Juarez, the first optometrist awardee finalist for the Excellence Award in the Professional Association Development category. Your achievement is truly inspiring and marks a proud milestone for the optometry community.

IPAO proudly congratulates all of you for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to professional excellence. We celebrate your remarkable accomplishments and the honor you bring to the profession.

We are also grateful for the presence of the Board of Optometry, represented by Hon. Myra Obcena and Hon. Maria Lalaine Dumangas, who witnessed this special occasion.

Sincere thanks as well to the IPAO National Officers for their support and presence, headed by IPAO President Dr. Charlie Ho, together with Dr. John Nakpil, Dr. Katherine De Mesa, Dr. Concepcion Anda, Dr. Evelyn Abarintos, Dr. Sharon Buac, Dr. Lorenze Juarez and Dr. Perla Hufano.

Your collective leadership and support continue to strengthen and inspire the optometry profession.