The Virtual Museum:
A Glimpse of the Storied History of UPCM

Featured Paintings and Gallery Calderon Hall Medical Science Building

BENJAMIN A. BARRERA, MD, (UPCM DEAN 1960-1967)

Dr. Benjamin A. Barrera held the position of Dean of the UP College of Medicine from 1960-1967. He was a diligent pathologist who had a hand in the creation of the Philippine Society of Pathologists’ (PSP) Board of Pathology as the first secretary-treasurer. He was a multi-awarded clinician and educator, as well as a prominent academician and researcher. Among his contributions was his approval in the formation of two degree programs (Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy). While originally starting as a part of the UP College of Medicine, these would eventually serve as the origin of the School of Allied Medical Professions. Furthermore, he also served as an Editor-in-Chief for Acta Medica Philippina in the years 1962-1963. The Philippine Society of Pathologists honored him by establishing the Dr. Benjmin A. Barrera Service Award (Posthumous) that is given to a recently deceased member who has rendered exemplary service for the society and has served the society in an official capacity.

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Due to lack of sources for some paintings, the content of the virtual museum may not always be accurate ,and this will be continually revised as needed. If you have any feedback about the content of the writeups and its accuracy, please email of the Office of the Dean through Lorelie Alcazar (lmalcazar@up.edu.ph)

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