Office of The Chief Nurse, Armed Forces of the Philippines

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Congratulations to Bgen Ma Dolores M Lim NC, The Chief Nurse, AFP one of the Newly Inducted Officers of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing – Alpha Alpha Phi Chapter 💜

The Oath Taking Ceremony was held on 06 April 2026 at the University of the Philippines Manila College of Nursing, with Dean Sheila R. Bonito, Dean of UP College of Nursing, serving as the esteemed Inducting Officer.

Likewise, the Nurse Corps, AFP proudly congratulates Col Michelle M Ibuna NC (GSC), Assistant Chief Nurse Air Force, for her successful tenure as outgoing Officer of the same Chapter, handling the Leadership and Succession from 2023-2025. 🫡

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Source: Sigma Theta Tau Alpha Alpha Phi Chapter Official page

Inspiring words from key personnel and officers of the Office of The Chief Nurse, AFP to all Juans and Juanas of the Armed Forces of the Philippines this Women’s Month 2026.

Together, let’s champion gender equality, inclusivity, and empowerment for a stronger and more united AFP!

Source: AFP GAD FB Page








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ONE JOURNEY ENDS, ANOTHER BEGINS | The AFP Nurse Corps Specialty Training Course 🫡

On 24 March 2026, the AFP Nurse Corps Specialty Training Course (AFPNCSTC) conducted by the Medical Service School, AFPMC, in collaboration with Office of The Chief Nurse, Armed Forces of the Philippines, culminated after 52-weeks of rigorous academics and clinical exposures transforming nurses into practitioners in their respective nursing specializations. The momentous closing ceremony was graced by no less than the President of the Critical Care Nurses Association of the Philippines Inc. (CCNAPI), Prof Ma Isabelita C Rogado MAN, RN, DNSc, FNCS.

After the ceremony, the graduates rendered a traditional courtesy call to The Chief Nurse, AFP represented by Col Barbara Lollini C Conte NC (GSC), Deputy, The Chief Nurse, AFP. During the call, the following NC Officers and Civilian Nurses were given recognition for their exemplary performance during the schooling:

Leadership Award
Maj Jessa Y Cawili NC

Best in Critical Care Nursing
1lt Jomel Eugenio NC

Best in ER and Trauma Nursing
Cpt Nino Valero NC

Best in Mental Health Nursing
Ms Rachel Ann Serrano RN

Best in Infectious Disease Nursing
Lt Anjeanette Dumaplin PCG

Best Perioperative Nursing
1lt Diana Barroga NC

Best in Case Study
Cpt Nino Valero NC

Best in Research
Infectious Disease Nursing Group
Cpt Bernard Ray Salcedo NC
Cpt Lea Javier NC
Lt Anjeanette Dumaplin PCG
Ms Ruby Emerenciana RN

Best in Instructor Development Training
Cpt Manuel III Gentoba NC

Congratulations to all the graduates! 👨‍🎓🫡👩‍🎓

Subsequently, the AFPNCSTC Cl 22-2026 convened on 25 March 2026 at the Medical Service School, AFPMC, signaling the beginning of another academic journey among AFP and PCG nurses. Goodluck students!

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Nurse Corps, AFP Honors Two Distinguished Retirees.

23 January 2026 — During the 1st Semestral AFP Nursing Service Family Conference at Firing Range Multipurpose Hall, Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo, Quezon City, a surprise tribute was tendered to recognize two exceptional Nurse Corps leaders who will compulsorily retiring in the first quarter of 2026, Colonel Ma Nieva L Mantilla NC (GSC) effective January 29, 2026, and Colonel Rebecca F Ranches NC (GSC) effective March 11, 2026

Colonel Ma Nieva L Mantilla NC (GSC), holds the position of Chief Nursing Service, Victoriano Luna General Hospital, AFP Medical Center, is a respected Peri-Operative Nurse Specialist recognized for her discipline, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to developing competent and principled nurses.

Colonel Rebecca F Ranches NC (GSC), currently the Chief Nurse, Philippine Navy, is a Critical Care Nurse Specialist and is known for her strong advocacy for Mental Health and HIV programs, championing compassionate, inclusive, and life-saving care for some of the most vulnerable members of the military community. Through her voice and leadership, she has created a lasting impact across the Corps.

A Plaque of Recognition was presented by Brigadier General Ma Dolores M Lim NC, The Chief Nurse, AFP, assisted by Colonel Michael M Mangahas NC (GSC) and Colonel Barbara Lollini C Conte NC (GSC), Executive Officer and Chief, Personnel Management Division, respectively, of the Office of The Chief Nurse, AFP, in gratitude for their invaluable service and unwavering commitment to military nursing for more than three (3) decades. A meaningful and heartfelt Audio-visual presentation, highlighting the military journey and featuring personal messages from their friends, colleagues and family were also presented in honor of Colonel Mantilla NC (GSC) and Colonel Ranches NC (GSC).

In their responses, the honorees reflected on their humble beginnings, shared stories of perseverance, and spoke about the journey that shaped their careers, leaving the audience both inspired and deeply moved.

The Nurse Corps and the AFP Nursing Service family salute Colonel Ma Nieva L Mantilla NC (GSC) and Colonel Rebecca F Ranches NC (GSC) for a lifetime of dedicated service to the nation. Their contributions will forever remain part of the Nurse Corps’ proud heritage.