The members of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery have not only made significant contributions to medical science but have also left an indelible mark on countless lives. Your tireless dedication has likewise bestowed upon individuals the invaluable gifts of improved hearing, restored speech, and relief from debilitating pain.

Beyond the operating room and the clinic, your commitment to illuminating the path towards prevention and early intervention serves as a powerful light of empowerment. By equipping individuals with knowledge and agency over their own health, you allow them to seize control over their destinies.

As you hold your 67th Annual Convention, in partnership with the Philippine Academy of Craniomaxillofacial Surgery, may you continue to underscore how unity magnifies our collective endeavors. May it likewise remind you of the extraordinary potential innate within our cherished principles and shared purpose.

Together, let us become bearers of hope, healing, and enlightenment in our beloved Philippines. Let us provoke thought, inspire change, and challenge the boundaries of what is possible in the pursuit of a healthier and more progressive society. By embarking on this noble endeavor, we will become not only champions of public health but also leaders in nation-building. 

I wish you a meaningful and productive event.