Affectionately known as Doc Robert by his patients and peers, he has devoted eight years to the medical field, with the last three focused on Psychiatry. In his final year of residency, he took on the role of Chief Resident. To further broaden his perspective and provide more holistic care, Doc Robert pursued Clinical Psychology studies at De La Salle University-Manila. He completed both his undergraduate and medical degrees at the University of Santo Tomas, equipping him with a strong foundation in both medicine and psychology to better support individuals facing mental health concerns. 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).