Affectionately referred to as Doc Robert by his patients and colleagues, he has dedicated eight years to the medical profession, with the past three years specializing in Psychiatry. During his final year of training, he served as Chief Resident. Doc Robert further enhanced his expertise by pursuing Clinical Psychology at De La Salle University-Manila, which has enabled him to offer more comprehensive, holistic care to his patients. He earned both his bachelor’s and medical degrees from the University of Santo Tomas, allowing him to combine medical knowledge and psychological insights to help individuals manage mental health challenges. In addition to his work in Psychiatry, Doc Robert also provides general medical care and regularly works in the emergency room once or twice a week. His clinical experience covers a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including the following: - Depression - Anxiety - Bipolar disorder - ADHD - Schizophrenia - Obsessive-compulsive disorder - Trauma-related disorders (e.g., PTSD, Adjustment Disorder) - Eating disorders (Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, etc.) - Addiction issues (e.g., alcohol, marijuana, methamphetamine, gambling, pornography) - Geriatric conditions such as dementia (Alzheimer's disease, Vascular dementia, Dementia with Lewy Bodies, and Parkinson's dementia) Outside of his medical practice, Doc Robert enjoys playing chess, sprint running, and planning weekend getaways. He also oversees an egg-laying and piggery farm in the province. A passionate traveler, he has explored 50 countries and holds certifications in both SCUBA diving and mountaineering. Currently, he is further honing his skills in advanced neuromodulation techniques, including Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).