For Sherwin, Van and Mindy.

February 2, 2013 will be the 16th graduation exercise of the Department of Medicine of Silliman Medical Center with the theme: " WE WILL GET THERE". This will be held at the Bethel Hotel with no less than the vice president of PCP, Dr Priscila Caguiao as our honored guest.

This is my message to the graduates: Dr Sherwin Tiamzon, Dr Van Tawagon and Dr Rose Mindy Dorado:

The theme that you have chosen this year, “We Will Get There”,  is a reflection of humility and a proclamation of perseverance.

 It takes a humble heart to persist though the long hours and seemingly unending responsibilities, deadlines and criticisms.  Your determination, self denial, dedication and hard work has paid off and you  have achieved the goal of becoming a bona fide internist.

As your mentors, we are all proud to confer this title to you.  However, as the theme alludes, the future still holds so much promise and infinite possibilities.  There are inexhaustible goals that you can set for yourself, with each goal achievable only by taking a step forward with faith.
  

IN this sense, “ We Will Get There” is a tenacious declaration of God’s faithfulness. A recognition that all throughout your journey, God will get you there ….  where you are best fitted.

Once again, congratulations Mindy, Sherwin and Van! And may God continue to be the driving force in your lives.