awaited event, with every dentist – even general dentists,eagerly learned on how they can manage complications, the best way they can. These learning modules experienced by the Filipino dentists not only satisfied their hunger and thirst for knowledge but also ignited their enthusiasm in practicing surgery to serve their countrymen. With the four modules, the PCOMS fellows were able to establish good rapport with all the speakers and enjoyed not only the academic exchange of ideas but most importantly the camaraderie during the fellowship. Our international faculties were accorded the traditional Filipino hospitality, treated to the famous San Miguel Beer and faced the ”extra” challenge of sampling some of our world-renowned delicacies such as the “Balut”,
“No words can suffice to best describe the gratitude the Philippine surgeons would like to extend to the IAOMS for all its contributions to the academic advancement of OMS in the country”. described by some as an aborted duck egg. Some may find it squeamish to eat the Balut but really, it is a good send off dish specially for those taking a long flight back home, it provides one with great stamina. No words can suffice to best describe the gratitude the Philippine surgeons would like to extend to the IAOMS for all its contributions to the academic advancement of OMS in the country. Special thanks is extended to Dr Nabil Saman, Dr Julio Acero and Dr Rui Fernandez for the dedication and hard work to make the IAOMS Education activity a great success. The Philippines is very much fortunate to have received this assistance from its allied nations in promoting OMS as a field of specialization in the vast field of dentistry. The efforts of every member of the international organization to travel across the globe in pursuit of their advocacy to share their skills and expertise is truly commendable, undoubtedly, the financial support being extended to the local organization to sustain the needs of activity is very much appreciated. The intellectual exchange of ideas spiced up with a unique showcase of Philippine hospitality in promoting the rich Filipino culture makes us quip that indeed“Learning is more fun in the Philippines”.■