16 Questions
What is the title of the act known as?
Philippine Midwifery Act of 1992
How many members compose the Board of Midwifery?
A chairman and four (4) members
Who appoints the Board of Midwifery (BOM) members?
The President of the Philippines
What are the qualifications for the members of the Board of Midwifery?
Citizen and resident of the Philippines, good moral character, at least thirty (30) years of age, and not a member of the faculty of any school, college, or university
What are the qualifications for the CHAIRMAN of the Board of Midwifery?
Registered obstetrician with at least ten (10) years practice as an obstetrician
Who submits the nominees for the Board of Midwifery?
The association of respective profession
What are the qualifications required for the members of the Board at the time of their appointment?
Registered midwives, degree holders in health and social sciences, and at least ten years of practice as midwives with five years in supervisory positions.
How long is the term of office for the Board members?
Three years
What are the duties and functions of the Board?
Enforcing the provision of the act, administering oaths, issuing, suspending, or revoking certificates of registration, investigating violations, conducting yearly board exams, and adopting an official seal.
What is the basis for the compensation of the Chairman and members of the Board?
General Appropriation Act
By whom can the Board members be removed?
The President
For what reasons can the Board members be removed?
Neglect of duty, incompetence, or unprofessional, immoral, or dishonorable conduct
Who is responsible for the custodial of the Board's records?
The Commission
What is the time period for the rules and regulations set by the Board to take effect after publication?
Thirty (30) days
To whom should the Board submit an annual report at the end of each calendar year?
The Commission
Who is the current Chairman of the Board of Midwifery?
Melchor C. Dela Cruz Jr., MD, FPOGS
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