Jerico S. Dela Cruz, MD, FPARM
Subcommittee on Other Health Technologies
Dr. Jerico S. Dela Cruz, MD, is a distinguished medical professional renowned for his expertise in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. As a Fellow of the Philippine Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dr. Dela Cruz has dedicated his career to advancing the field of rehabilitation medicine and improving the quality of life for his patients.
He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Santo Tomas (UST) and pursued his Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center (UERMMMC).
His passion for rehabilitation medicine led him to complete his Residency Training in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at the prestigious Philippine General Hospital (PGH). He further honed his skills through Fellowship Training in Neurorehabilitation Medicine at Juntendo University Hospital in Japan. Complementing his medical expertise, he pursued a Masters in Management majoring in International Health Care Systems from the Philippine Christian University.
Dr. Dela Cruz holds several significant positions in the medical community, including serving as the President of the Philippine Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine and part of its executive board for a decade. He also serves as the Secretary of the Philippine Society of NeuroRehabilitation, contributing to advancements in neurorehabilitation practices and techniques.
As an active regular staff member at The Medical City, Asian Hospital and Medical Center and a Consultant at Philippine General Hospital, Dr. Dela Cruz provides expert care to patients while also sharing his knowledge through teaching and mentorship.
Dr. Dela Cruz extends his expertise beyond national borders, serving as President of the ASEAN Rehabilitation Medicine Association, fostering collaboration and innovation in rehabilitation medicine across the ASEAN region. He is also part of the presidium of the Asia-Oceanian Society of NeuroRehabilitation as Head of the committee on research.