Dr Maricar Santos
MD, DFM,DPCLM, DiplBLM

I have extensive experience as a physician performing a variety of roles in primary care as a clinician, educator, manager and mobilizer. I completed my training in Family and Community Medicine at the University of the Philippines- Philippine General Hospital in 2020 and was subsequently given diplomate certification in Family and Community Medicine in 2022. In addition,
I have also completed my training in Lifestyle Medicine, awarded with diploma certification from the Philippine College of Lifestyle Medicine and diploma of International Board of Lifestyle Medicine from the American College of Lifestyle Medicine in 2024. I have long advocated for empowering families and communities to care for their health through my involvement with various non-government organizations. I have also actively participated in national public policy development with special focus on disease prevention. I am an avid traveller and will be looking forward to exploring the sites and wonders that Australia has to offer.