The Northern Mindanao Medical Center (NMMC) in Cagayan de Oro City is aiming to become a 3,000-bed tertiary hospital, with plans to expand its capacity and offer more specialized medical services. The development roadmap was presented by NMMC Chief Dr. Alvin P. Quiñon during the October 14, 2026 visit of Department of Health Secretary Dr. Edwin M. Mercado. The visit also included a tour of key hospital facilities and the Center for Emerging and Re-emerging Infectious Diseases in Barangay San Simon, reaffirming the DOH’s support for strengthening public health facilities and advancing Universal Health Care across Northern Mindanao and neighboring regions.
info and photos by PIA, NMMC
