Philippine Dental Association
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Message from the President
Warm greetings!
On June 1, 2026, we began a new chapter in the history of the Philippine Dental Association as we officially embarked on the PDA Batch Hiraya Administrative Year 2026–2027.
Guided by our theme, “PDA: Empowered — Empowered to Lead, Empowered to Serve,” we move forward with renewed purpose, stronger unity, and a shared commitment to our profession and to the communities we serve.
Empowerment is more than a theme — it is a call to action. It challenges each of us to become leaders within our own spheres of influence, to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and to serve with compassion, integrity, and excellence.
The future of our Association does not depend on one leader alone. It depends on all of us working together with one vision, one purpose, and one unwavering commitment to the advancement of dentistry and the welfare of the Filipino people.
To all PDA officers, chapter, affiliate, and IPO leaders and members, as well as our valued industry partners, I invite you to join us in making this a meaningful, productive, and transformative year. Together, let us strengthen our Association, elevate our profession, and create a lasting impact on the oral health and well-being of our nation.
Let us move forward with compassion in our hearts, excellence in our profession, and service above self. Let us embrace the opportunities before us and inspire one another to become empowered leaders and dedicated servants of our communities.
Thank you for your trust, support, and dedication to the PDA. Let us work hand in hand as one empowered Association — ready to lead, ready to serve, and ready to shape a brighter future for Philippine dentistry.
Maraming, maraming, maraming salamat po!
With every best wish, I remain,
Dr. Mariusse Chars R. Esquillo
PDA President 2026-2027 Batch Hiraya
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Administrative Year 2026–2027
The theme guiding the Association, and the meaning behind Batch Hiraya.
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“Empowered to Lead, Empowered to Serve” is more than a slogan. It is our shared mission — a call to elevate not only our profession, but also the quality of life of every Filipino whose smile we help protect.
The PDA has always been more than an association — it is a movement – a movement that brings together dental professionals from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao & even from abroad. A movement that educates, advocates, and mobilizes. When we are united, we become a force for change — whether it’s responding to national emergencies, supporting public oral health programs, or pushing forward policies that improve the dental profession and the well-being of our patients.
True leadership in dentistry is measured not in accolades, but in impact. As health professionals, our service to the community is not optional — it is our moral and professional duty. Meaning, Empowerment doesn’t stop at our clinics. It extends outward — to barangays, schools, evacuation centers, indigenous communities, and even prisons. Wherever there is a need, there is a Filipino dentist ready to serve. To be empowered is to take action. To be empowered is to inspire others. Together, we can make oral health a pillar of national health — not just a privilege, but a right.
Our theme “PDA: Empowered” reflects a deep truth: that our strength lies not only in our individual expertise but in our collective action — as one dental profession, united in purpose. Let us march forward, proud of our calling and committed to our mission — empowered to lead, empowered to serve.
The word “Hiraya” comes from old Tagalog. It means the fruit of one’s hopes, dreams, and aspirations.
It is often used in the expression “Hiraya Manawari”, which means “May your dreams and wishes come true.”
Hiraya is a word that speaks of imagination, of aspirations that move from the heart into reality. And so, Batch Hiraya represents more than a group; it symbolizes the collective hope and future of the Philippine Dental Association.
In PDA Batch Hiraya, we find reassurance that the dreams of our pioneers will continue to flourish. They are the promise that the ideals of integrity, service, and unity will not only be preserved, but also strengthened for the years to come.
The PDA Batch Hiraya is our hope that every Filipino will one day enjoy the right to a healthy, confident smile. The dream taking shape, the vision coming alive.
May PDA Batch Hiraya always embody the meaning of its name. May their hopes bear fruit, and may their journey be a shining testament that the future of the Philippine Dental Association is indeed bright.
PDA Batch Hiraya…carry your name with pride. Live its meaning. And let the world see that the future of Philippine dentistry is in good hands. PDA Batch Hiraya…you are truly our hope.
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