The Five-Star Physician model is a global framework endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO), designed to produce well-rounded physicians who are not only clinically competent but also socially responsible. At CSU-School of Medicine, this model is integrated into the curriculum to ensure graduates embody the University's core values in every aspect of their professional practice.

CSU-School of Medicine graduates are expected to demonstrate excellence in the following five roles:
Healer – Provides compassionate, ethical, and competent medical care.
Health Educator – Promotes health literacy and empowers individuals and communities through education.
Social Mobilizer – Advocates for health equity and engages communities in addressing public health challenges.
Researcher – Engages in scientific inquiry to generate and apply evidence-based practices.
Leader – Leads in clinical, academic, and community settings to influence positive change in healthcare delivery.

The curriculum fosters clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and ethical practice. Students are trained in various clinical settings to develop strong diagnostic, therapeutic, and interpersonal skills, reflecting the value of compassion and service.

Being a Health Educator means that graduates can effectively communicate medical knowledge to individuals and communities, encouraging preventive care and healthy lifestyles. This aligns with the core value of excellence in service and integrity.

As Social Mobilizers, graduates initiate and participate in community health programs, addressing social determinants of health and promoting community participation in health planning and implementation—demonstrating social accountability and commitment.

Students engage in research projects throughout their medical education, learning how to ask relevant questions, analyze data, and apply findings to improve health outcomes. This role reinforces the University’s commitment to innovation and scholarly inquiry.

Leadership skills are honed through various academic and extracurricular opportunities. Students take on roles in student organizations, community outreach, and health campaigns, preparing them to lead effectively in multidisciplinary healthcare teams and policy advocacy.

A well-rounded physician can provide high-quality, ethical care while also serving as a catalyst for positive change in the healthcare system. The Five-Star Physician model ensures graduates are not only competent clinicians but also educators, advocates, scientists, and leaders.

You will be trained as a primary care physician and a Five-Star Physician—a medical professional who embodies the roles of Healer, Health Educator, Social Mobilizer, Researcher, and Leader. These roles are grounded in the art, science, philosophy, and values of competent and ethical medical practice.

Graduates of the program are expected to:
Provide culturally sensitive, ethical, compassionate, and effective medical care.
Apply evidence-based knowledge from biomedical, clinical, epidemiological, and psychosocial disciplines.
Continuously integrate scientific evidence into clinical decision-making and patient care.
Engage in life-long learning and professional development.
Collaborate effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
Demonstrate leadership and social accountability within the healthcare system.

The curriculum includes extensive training in medical ethics, patient-centered communication, and cultural competence. Students are encouraged to treat each patient with empathy, dignity, and respect, ensuring holistic care that aligns with the values of service and integrity.

Students are trained to critically appraise scientific literature, conduct research, and apply findings to clinical practice. This fosters evidence-based decision-making and supports the ongoing advancement of healthcare through innovation and discovery.

Yes. The curriculum is tailored to meet the specific health challenges of the Philippines. It prepares graduates to serve in both urban and underserved communities, ensuring accessibility, equity, and quality in healthcare.