Iligan Medical Center College (IMCC) has officially marked another milestone in academic and research excellence after securing Rank #52 among private Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the Philippines in the newly released AD Scientific Index Global Ranking 2026.
This prestigious recognition underscores the institution’s steadfast commitment to fostering innovation, advancing scientific inquiry, and elevating its academic visibility on both a national and global scale.
In addition to its overall institutional placement, IMCC earned notable distinctions across several key academic disciplines, showcasing its well-rounded strength in various fields of study:
- Medical and Health Sciences: Ranked #44 in the Philippines
- History, Philosophy, and Theology: Ranked #45 in the Philippines
- Social Sciences: Ranked #195 in the Philippines
Honoring IMCC’s Leading Scholars
At the heart of this milestone are the dedicated educators and researchers whose scientific publications and scholarly contributions have continuously pushed the boundaries of knowledge. The 2026 listing specifically recognized IMCC’s leading researchers based on their h-index, a metric that measures both the productivity and citation impact of a scholar’s publications:
- Mark M. Alipio (h-index: 12)
- Helen S. Tejero (h-index: 3)
- Rogel Equirne D. Sudaria (h-index: 1)
Through their rigorous studies and published works, these faculty members have drastically boosted the institution’s research visibility, serving as an inspiration to the entire IMCC community and future student-researchers.
Driven by Excellence and Innovation
These collective achievements are a direct reflection of IMCC’s long-term vision to remain at the forefront of quality education and transformative research. By bridging the gap between local insights and global standards, the institution continues to cultivate an environment where discovery thrives.
As the academic year progresses, the IMCC community looks forward to building on this momentum—continuously reaching greater heights, breaking new grounds in innovation, and making a lasting difference through the power of knowledge.