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UST graduate tops October 2026 physicians licensure exam in Philippines
The Professional Regulation Commission reported a 93.66% passing rate for the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, with over 4,100 candidates earning their licenses. A University of Santo Tomas graduate achieved the highest score among all examinees.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — The Professional Regulation Commission announced Thursday that 4,165 of 4,447 examinees passed the October 2026 Physicians Licensure Examination, reflecting a strong 93.66% success rate across the country.
Maxine Francesco Gwyneth Cena Baculo of the University of Santo Tomas topped the licensing examination with a rating of 95.50%, securing the top position among all candidates who sat for the test.
The PRC results represent another cycle of medical professionals entering the Philippine healthcare system, as successful examinees move forward to practice medicine across the nation. The high passing rate underscores the quality of medical education at Philippine institutions and the preparedness of this year's medical graduates for professional practice.
The PRC continues to regulate medical professionals in the Philippines through comprehensive licensing examinations that assess competency in medical knowledge and clinical practice standards.