Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences
Academic Unit Information
Physical Therapy is a Science and Art of treatment by means of therapeutic exercise, heat, cold, light, water, manual manipulation, electricity, and other physical agents. It is an allied medical profession that develops, coordinates, and utilizes selected knowledge and skills in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating programs for the care of individuals whose ability to function is impaired or threatened by disease or injury. Physical Therapy requires an in-depth knowledge of human growth and development, human anatomy and physiology, neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, biomechanics, and abnormal psychological responses to injury, sickness and disability, and the cultural and socio-economic influences of the individual. The goal of Physical Therapy is to help the patient reach maximum potential and to assume her/his due place in society while learning to live within the limits of such capabilities. The Physical Therapist works under the supervision of the Physiatrist, the Rehabilitation Medicine specialist. The Physical Therapist functions in these general types of positions:
- as staff in a supervisory position who provides direct services to the patient in a hospital setting;
- as a teacher in a clinical and academic setting; and
- as an administrator of a program in an educational institution, a clinical department, or a health agency.
Statement of Philosophy
The faculty of the SU Physical Therapy Program believe that: The human being is created in the image and likeness of god— a unique yet unified whole with spiritual, biological, mental, emotional, socio-cultural, and environmental components. As a member of a family, a community, and the world, his day-to-day encounter with life affects the wholeness of an individual. Physical Therapy is a humanistic science that seeks to assist the person in meeting his/her health needs and problems. This is achieved through independent practice or in collaboration with health and non-health disciplines by promoting and restoring health, preventing illness and treating disease conditions, and by improving functional capabilities that provide the best care through rehabilitative techniques. Physical Therapist is one who has acquired the essential knowledge, skills, and desirable attitudes so that he/she can function efficiently in any work setting.
DR. LILY ANN D. BAUTISTA
Leadership:
- Director, Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences
- Coordinator, Internship
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education :
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (A.T. Still University, USA)
- PhD in Education (Administration)
ERWIN F. ARAPOLS
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation, Marina, Dauin
- Faith Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
JULEI A. GESITE, PTRP
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (University of Montana, USA) (on-going)
ROSELLE FRANZ B. FELISILDA
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, IRS Free PT Clinic
- Extension Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
JAROME REY T. SIMON
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation-Outpatient Department, SU-Valencia
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
HAZELYN O. PABIANIA
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation-Outpatient Department, SU-Valencia
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
Updated: September 18, 2024
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FACULTY
ANLAP, DON B.
Rank: Instructor (Part-time)
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (Negros Oriental State University) (on-going)
APARICIO, MAYNARD B.
Leadership:
- Instruction Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
ARAPOLS, ERWIN F.
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation, Marina, Dauin
- Faith Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
BANZUELA, BLAIR DENNISE D.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
BAUTISTA, LILY ANN D.
Leadership:
- Director, Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences,
- Coordinator, Internship
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education :
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (A.T. Still University, USA)
- PhD in Education (Administration)
BULFA, MARIPEL M.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
- Masters in Business Administration (Foundation University)
CANARES, TRISTAN MICHAEL V.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (University of Montana, USA) (on-going)
ENABE, NYDINNE ISABEL C.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (University of Montana, USA) (on-going)
FELISILDA, ROSELLE FRANZ B.
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, IRS Free PT Clinic
- Extension Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
GADIANA, RINA GRACE A.
Rank: Instructor (Part-time)
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (Negros Oriental State University) (on-going)
GESITE, JULEI A., PTRP
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (University of Montana, USA) (on-going)
JIMENEZ, PAOLO MANUEL G.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Doctor in Physical Therapy (University of Montana, USA)
LAGRIA, MARIA MENIERVA G.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- MA in Health Professional Education (University of the Philippines-Manila) (on-going)
MAPUE, RIA ANN O.
Rank: Sports Clinical Instructor/Strength and Conditioning Coach (IRS Free PT Clinic)
Education:
- Masters in Sports Psychology (on-going)
MARCIAL, MINERVA G.
Leadership:
- Research Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
PUTONG, CYFLOR E.
Leadership:
- Chairperson, University Research Ethics Committee
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
PABIANIA, HAZELYN O.
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation-Outpatient Department, SU-Valencia
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
SALERA, CLAIRE A.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
SIMON, JAROME REY T.
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation-Outpatient Department, SU-Valencia
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
TAURO-SY, MA. VIVIAN
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Doctor of Medicine (Remedios Trinidad Romualdez Medical Foundation – College of Medicine)
TILOS, AMIEL MAY C.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
TIU, ALEXA C.
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, IRS Free PT Clinic
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
TORRES, SEVERINO M. JR.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
STAFF
LIM, MIKEE DIANNE D.
Position:
- Office Assistant
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship
NARCISO, EFREN G.
Position:
- Laboratory Assistant
Education:
- Industrial Technology Basic Electricity (Central Visayas Polytechnic College)
NOCETE, MATE V.
Position:
- Office Secretary, Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences
Education:
- Masters in Public Administration (with units)
- Bachelor of Business Administration Major in Management
OBERES, JOVENA
Position:
- Laboratory Assistant
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (St. Cecilia’s College)
TABUÑAG, JASON A.
Position:
- Laboratory Assistant
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Human Resource Development Management) (Negros Oriental State University)
Updated: September 18, 2024
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ERWIN F. ARAPOLS
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, Community-Based Rehabilitation, Marina, Dauin
- Faith Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
ASST. PROF. MAYNARD B. APARICIO
Leadership:
- Instruction Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
ASST. PROF. MINERVA G. MARCIAL
Leadership:
- Research Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Assistant Professor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health
ROSELLE FRANZ B. FELISILDA
Leadership:
- Clinical Supervisor, IRS Free PT Clinic
- Extension Coordinator, F.I.R.E.
Rank: Instructor
Education:
- Masters in Public Health (on-going)
Updated: September 18, 2024
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The Silliman University (SU) Institute of Rehabilitative Sciences (IRS) is now accepting BS in Physical Therapy applications for SY 2025-2026.
All applicants must meet the qualifications/requirements set by the Admissions and Promotions Committee.
A. For incoming first-year students
Interested applicants must undergo preliminary screening and must submit the following:
1. Online application form. Please go to https://my.su.edu.ph/public/admission.php
Ensure good internet connectivity every time you open the link and follow the steps and prompts given. If technical issues arise, please flag them through the SU HelpDesk here: https://icthelpdesk.su.edu.ph/index.php?a=add&category=9.
2. Application fee of P300.00 (subject to change) to be paid at the Business Office credited to IRS Program Fund
3. Soft copy of NSO birth certificate
4. Soft copy of barangay clearance
5. Soft copy of report card from 1st and 2nd semester of Grade 11 and 1st semester of Grade 12:
a. High School Graduate of the STEAM track with a general average of 85% from Grade 11 and Grade 12 (1st semester) and no final grades below 75% in English, Math, Biology, and Chemistry. Consideration of applicants receiving a Fail grade in the previously mentioned subjects at the end of the semester, but have passed remedial or removal exams, will be under review by the admissions committee.
b. If a high school graduate is a Non-STEAM track student, he/she should have taken at least basic chemistry and biology. Augmentation subjects may be taken as long as the total units are equivalent to the requirement of the respective science department. Foreign students who can show successful completion of biology and chemistry during their high school years shall be allowed to enter the program without the need for augmentation subjects.
After preliminary screening, the applicant shall undergo:
6. A PT admission written entrance examination
7. A PT Personal Interview (Must wear Formal/Business attire for the interview)
After completion of the written exam and interview, the applicants will be ranked according to the yearly quota of IRS students to be accepted for the year. A few reminders:
a. The student’s ranking will be calculated using the following formula: 50% from grade 11 and 12 averages, 30% from the PT admission test, and 20% from the Interview.
b. The list of successful applicants shall be released on dates specified by the PT program. The list of students (the number of applicants shall be predetermined by the department) will be released for acceptance, and the remaining will be placed on a waitlist.
c. The accepted applicants shall be given five (5) working days to enroll. After such time, the slot will be given to those on the waitlist. Those on the waitlist will be considered based on their achieved grades from the above criteria for the next batch of acceptance. The same rule will follow for the succeeding batch, if applicable.
Upon acceptance, the applicant must submit a printed copy of the following:
8. Character Reference Certificate from School, barangay clearance, and one (1) respected member of the community, and
9. Physical Examination result as conducted by SUMC University Physician with Hepa Titer (Hepa A Antibody; HBS Antibody and Antigen Test)
10. Proof of Tetanus, HEP B, varicella, and MMR vaccinations, unless he/she can prove immunity.
11. 2”x2” pictures taken within the last six months (2 pcs.)
12. Photocopy of Authenticated (NSO) Birth Certificate
13. Photocopy of Transcript of Records (TOR) or High School Card, Grade 11, and 12
14. Copy of “cleared” proof of application fee payment
15. 1 Long brown envelope and one long folder
NOTE: Those who have a history and/or are presently diagnosed with a serious communicable disease, any mental illness, epilepsy, cardiac diseases, or other physical conditions that hinder the performance of the physical therapist’s function are not qualified for admission.
B. Shifters/Transferees/Second Coursers
1. High school graduate of STEAM track with no failing grades in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
2. If a high school graduate is a Non-STEAM track student, he/she should have taken at least basic chemistry and biology. Augmentation subjects may be taken as long as the total units are equivalent to the requirement of the respective science department. Foreign students who can show successful completion of biology and chemistry during their high school years shall be allowed to enter the program without the need for augmentation subjects.
3. Cumulative Grade Point Average (QPA) of at least 2.5 or its equivalent; with no grade of Fail in any major courses
4. Must have taken and obtained a grade of 2.0 (75%) in the PT Admission Test (from SU Testing Center);
5. Must pass PT Personal Interview at 75% level of competence;
6. Must submit duly accomplished shifting form/transcript of records;
7. Must submit a Character Reference Certificate from School and one (1) respected member of the community;
8. Must have all general education subjects taken from previous degree programs validated by the Registrar’s Office for credit purposes. (Students must process validation of general education subjects within the first semester of entry).
9. The previous school must be at par with IRS curricular standards. The following will be considered:
a. TOR shall be requested and reviewed;
b. Advanced credit for minor subjects shall be given at the discretion of the service unit;
c. Advanced credit for major subjects shall be awarded per faculty approval, upon review; of the syllabi for the PT professional subjects
d. The applicant shall also undergo grade evaluation; and
e. Certain expectations may be considered per faculty approval
NOTE: The Institute does not accept BSPT Students who have been dismissed from their former schools for academic and non-academic reasons.
A. Those admitted to the Institute must be willing to comply with the policies of the IRS and the University as a whole. The Agreement Form must, therefore, be signed.
B. The Institute reserves the right to decide on the number of qualified applicants for admission and readmission in consonance with available faculty and facilities.
C. No transferees are accepted to Levels III and IV.
For inquiries, contact the IRS at (035) 420 1901 loc 560, (0962) 526 8568, or [email protected].
