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Biology

Overview

Bachelor of Science in Biology is a four-year degree program that provides students the opportunity to interpret biological phenomena through scientific inquiry, so that students may be trained to make systematic and profound decisions. This degree program offered by the Davao Medical School Foundation, Inc. emphasizes on preparing students for a life as future medical doctors. Courses are streamlined towards the application in medical biology and are taught by highly competent instructors.

The only Higher Education Institution in the region that currently has its own College of Medicine, students enrolled at Davao Medical School Foundation, Inc. will be given priority slots to enter our reputable and sought-after Medicine Program.

Cement your life and career as future medical doctors with us. Our College of Biology is waiting for you.

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Biology Requirements and Prospectus
Prospectus
Student Handbook 2023

Admission Requirements

Requirements for Freshman Biology Applicants:

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BS Biology application form with your 2x2 blue background picture w/ your name below. (White outfit with collar)

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Photocopy of Form 138 or its equivalent (grades summary)

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Photocopy of PSA Birth Certificate

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Photocopy of Certificate of Good Moral Character

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Photocopy of Senior High Diploma or Certificate of Graduation

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Submit scanned copy of deposit slip for the payment of Commitment Fee (Php 2,000.00). Payment can be made over-the-counter or fund transfer through the banks indicated below.

Transfer Students:

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BS Biology application form with your 2x2 blue background picture w/ your name below. (White outfit with collar)

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Transcript of Records (substitute for Report Card)

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Certificate of Honorable Dismissal

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All documents must be clear, scanned copies of the original

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This document may be processed through school to school transfer. Depends on the applicant's previous school

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Submit scanned copy of deposit slip for the payment of Commitment Fee (Php 2,000.00). Payment can be made over-the-counter or fund transfer through the banks indicated below.

NOTICE: Entrance examination is no longer needed for admission.

Admission Process

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Download application form or send us an email at biology@email.dmsf.edu.ph

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Fill-up application form, scan, and send back together with other requirements or you may submit it personally at the Biology Office.

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Upon submission of complete requirements, applicant will undergo an interview and clarification.

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Letter of Acceptance (LOA) will be given to applicant once accepted.

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You are now accepted! Please proceed to the enrollment process. (Thru the registrar’s office)

For inquiries

(082)297-3653 / (+63)9954623652

Bank Details

RIZAL COMMERCIAL BANKING CORPORATION (RCBC) – Quirino Branch

Account Name: DAVAO MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION, INC.

Account Number: 1525-157-322

METROBANK – Suazo Branch

Account Name: DAVAO MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION, INC.

Account Number: 668-366-8017-771

UCPB – Palma Branch

Account Name: DAVAO MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION, INC.

Account Number: 2041-7000-5671

PNB – Obrero Branch

Account Name: DAVAO MEDICAL SCHOOL FOUNDATION, INC.

Account Number: 4001-1004-3151 (Peso Account)
Account Number: 4001-6004-3145 (Dollar Account)

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RCBC or METROBANK Payment

Faculty

Dean, College of Biology

MR. John Paul Banzon, RN, MHPEd, MSc.

Subjects handled:
• Biological Molecules
• Microbiology
• Evolution Biology
• Ethics

• BS Biology Major in Ecology – University of the Philippines in Mindanao

• Masters in Health Professions Education

• Masters in Biology

Research interest – Birds and urban Biodiversity, ecological impact assessments, Biosafety and Biosecurity

Instructor/Student Guidance & Discipline

MS. Glio Florgiley Arabejo, LPT

Subjects handled:
• General Botany
• General Zoology
• Genetics
• Adviser for 1st year

• BS Biology Major in Ecology – University of the Philippines in Mindanao

Research interest – Plants and plant pathology

Instructor

MS. JOANNE JERENICE J. AÑONUEVO, MSc.

Subjects handled:
• Genetics, Biological Statistics

• BS Biology major in Cell Biology – UP Mindanao

• MS Molecular Biology and Biotechnology minor in Genetics – UP Los Baños

Research interest – Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics

Instructor

MR. ERWIN JOSE B. JURILLA, RMT

Subjects handled:
• Immunology Laboratory

• BS in Medical Technology – San Pedro College

• Masters in Health Profession Education – Davao Medical School Foundation, Inc.

Research interest:

• Students behavior towards Academic fraud
• Online class VS Traditional class
• Innovations in the delivery of learning
• Hindrances/Challenges in the acquisition of knowledge

Instructor

MR. Benito Anthony Pingoy

Subjects handled:
• Science, Technology and Society
• Math, Science and Technology
• Medical Entomology Laboratory
• Adviser for 1st year

• BS Biology Major in Ecology – Holy Cross College of Calinan

Research interest – Birds and urban Biodiversity, ecological impact assessments

Assistant Professor 3/Research and Publication

MS. Maria Catherine B. Otero, MSPH

Subjects handled:
• Cell Biology
• Thesis
• Medical Microbiology
• Adviser for 4th year

• BS Biology major in Cell Biology – University of the Philippines in Mindanao

• Masters of Science in Public Health (Medical Microbiology) – University of the Philippines in Manila

• PhD in Health Science by Research – University of the Philippines in Manila

Research interest – Microbiology, molecular, COVID19, Rabies, Public Health

Instructor/Biology Course Coordinator

MR. Michael Dann Superio, Msc

Subjects handled:
• Systematics
• Biology Physics
• General Ecology

• BS Biology major in General Biology – USEP

• Masters in Biology – USEP

Research interest – Biodiversity and ecological impact assessments

Instructor/Promotions & Student Recruitment

MS. GINALYN CUENCA-OCAY, MSMB

Subjects handled:
• General Physiology
• Medical Microbiology

• BS Biology Major in Ecology – University of the Philippines in Mindanao

• Masters in Marine Biodiversity – DNSC

Research interest – Marine biology and Biodiversity, ecological impact assessments

Instructor/Quality Assurance & Faculty Development

MS. Marian Dara Tagoon, Msc

Subjects handled:
• Developmental Biology
• Medical Entomology

• BS Biology Major in Ecology – University of the Philippines in Mindanao

• Masters in Biology – USEP

Research interest – Frogs, Biodiversity, and ecological impact assessments

Medical Doctor

MR. Enrico Ian Deliso, MD

Subjects handled:
• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Human Genetics

• BS Biology – AdDU

• Doctor of Medicine – Xavier University

Research interest – Health care

Medical Doctor

MR. Francis Ian Salaver, MD

Subjects handled:
• Medical Histology
• Immunology

• BS MedTech – SPC

• Doctor of Medicine – DMSF

Research interest – Health care

Instructor

MS. LEAH JANE T. OFIMA

Subjects handled:
• Analytical Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry

• BS Chemistry – Central Mindanao University

Research Interest: Natural Products, Drug development

Instructor

MR. JOSHUA LASCAMANA DONATO 

Subjects handled:
• Evolution Biology
• Systematics

• BS in Biology – Davao Oriental State University

• MS Environmental Resource Management – University of Southeastern Philippines (USEP)

Research Interest: Birds and urban Biodiversity, ecological impact assessments

Medical Doctor

MS. MARY ALICIA D. BARBAS, MD

Subjects handled:
• Medical Entomology
• Microbiology

• BS in Biology – Davao Medical School Foundation, Inc.

• Doctor of Medicine – Davao Medical School Foundation, Inc.

Research Interest: Health Care

College Secretary

MS. Kharen Liray

The College of Biology faculty members from 1st year to 4th year.
BS Biology Faculty Members