SYNERGY

1st NDAP Medical Nutrition Summit: Elevating Clinical Nutrition Practice of RNDs in Alignment with DOH AO 2019-0033

Theme: S-Strengthening Competencies Y-Yearning towards Advancing N-Nutrition Support Practice in E-Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition, driven by R-Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian who are G-GloballY Recognized as Nutrition Specialist

Welcome Message

Dear Colleagues,

It is with great pleasure and anticipation that the NDAP Leadership Team invites you to join us for the 1st Medical Nutrition Summit, taking place from February 25–27, 2026, face to face at the Park Inn by Radisson, SM North Edsa.

This summit will be held in person, ensuring that our colleagues in clinical nutrition and hospital-based practice can connect, collaborate, and learn from fellow Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians (RNDs) across the country.

Following the remarkable NDAP Midcon 2025, which dedicated one day to Medical Nutrition Therapy, we continue our exciting journey with an annual eventβ€”but this time a 1st ever three-day conference devoted to clinical nutrition and hospital-based practice. Our goal is to unite Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians to foster knowledge-sharing, highlight best practices, and advance excellence in Medical Nutrition Therapy.

This year, our committee has built close partnerships with leading experts in clinical nutrition practice around the world, bringing in neonatal, pediatric, adult and geriatric nutrition care, to deliver a richer and more diverse scientific experiences.

SYNERGY β€” Strengthening Competencies, Yearning Towards Advancing Nutrition Support Practice in Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition, driven by Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians Globally Recognized as Nutrition Specialists β€” embodies our vision of a multidisciplinary and inclusive approach to medical nutrition therapy, encompassing the pediatric, adult, and geriatric nutrition care. This powerful theme highlights the capacity and capability of Registered Nutritionist-Dietitians/Registered Dietitians as globally recognized and qualified Nutrition Specialists, showcasing their leadership in advancing excellence and innovation in Medical Nutrition Therapy.

We are proud to present a line-up of dynamic resource speakers, including seasoned leaders and emerging voices in clinical nutrition practice. They will provide updated evidence-based guidelines and experience-based practice insights aligned with the evolving demands of our profession. Expect interactive discussions, hands-on workshops, a vibrant exchange of ideas and launching of exciting projects for the year that will empower you long after the summit concludes.

Guided by experience and driven by innovation, the Medical Nutrition Summit 2026 will spotlight the latest research and poster presentations, offering a congress experience that is both impactful and memorable.

We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be an inspiring, transformative, and truly global gathering. Together, we will continue to advance medical nutrition practice, making a lasting difference for every Filipino RND.

Warm regards,

Ilonah B. Pomay, MSCN, RND, RDN

Love P. Matibag, MBA, RND, RDNΒ 

Committee Chairs

Committee

  • Ilonah Pomay – Conference Chair
  • Love Matibag – Conference Co-Chair
  • Trisha Basoc – Publicity and Outreach
  • Apple Montero – Publicity and Outreach
  • Kristine Briones – Scientific Writing
  • Camille Brutas – Scientific Writing
  • Mary Lourdes Ruperto-Borja – Website Manager and CPEU Coordinator
  • Glenda Dagal – Secretariat
  • Joanna Lusterio – Publication and Research
  • Jeremiah Torrico – Publication and Research
  • Kyle Dela Cruz – Food Service Coordinator
  • Kara Benavente – Finance and Fund-Raising
  • Josefina Gonzales – Finance and Fund-Raising
  • Debbie Fajardo – Sponsorship and Corporate Partners
  • Inha Manota – Registration and Volunteer Coordinator
  • Eden Azarcon – Registration and Volunteer Coordinator