Jakarta, Indonesia — Dr. Shalimar Sani-Rakiin, MD, MPM, MSPH-MHA, DipHM, CESE, Medical Center Chief II of Amai Pakpak Medical Center in the Philippines, was honored with the Most Visionary Iconic Professional of the Year Award 2026 at Grand Honors 2026, organized by Star Iconic Media.
The prestigious awarding ceremony was held on 18 April 2026 at DoubleTree by Hilton Kemayoran Jakarta, Indonesia, gathering distinguished professionals, leaders, and institutions whose dedication and contribution continue to create meaningful impact in their respective sectors.
Dr. Sani-Rakiin’s recognition reflects her outstanding role in public healthcare leadership, particularly through her service at Amai Pakpak Medical Center, a major government hospital located in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur. The official Amai Pakpak Medical Center website identifies Dr. Shalimar S. Rakiin as Medical Center Chief II, confirming her leadership position within the institution.
Her leadership journey at Amai Pakpak Medical Center began in 2018, when she was formally installed as Medical Center Chief. This appointment marked an important leadership chapter for the hospital, especially as the institution continued to strengthen its role as a vital healthcare provider for communities in Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, and neighboring areas.
Amai Pakpak Medical Center has played a crucial role in serving the healthcare needs of the Bangsamoro region. Public reporting has noted that during the COVID-19 pandemic, APMC served as the only hospital catering to COVID-19 patients in Marawi City and the 39 municipalities of Lanao del Sur, placing the institution at the center of public health response during one of the most challenging periods for the region.
Under Dr. Sani-Rakiin’s leadership, Amai Pakpak Medical Center has also been associated with major healthcare development initiatives. In 2023, the Philippine Information Agency reported that APMC was set to develop a seven-storey multi-specialty building, with Dr. Sani-Rakiin emphasizing the hospital’s commitment to delivering better healthcare services for the people of Lanao del Sur and nearby communities. The same report stated that the project was supported by a P500-million budget from the Department of Health through a multi-year obligation authority for 2023 to 2025.
This institutional progress reflects the kind of visionary leadership recognized by the Most Visionary Iconic Professional of the Year Award 2026. Dr. Sani-Rakiin’s work represents dedication not only to hospital administration, but also to expanding access, improving clinical capability, and supporting the development of specialized healthcare services in an area with significant public health needs.
Her contribution has also been recognized in the field of institutional governance. In 2025, Amai Pakpak Medical Center received the Silver Trailblazer Award after achieving Compliant Status under the Performance Governance System. The Institute for Solidarity in Asia reported that Dr. Sani-Rakiin highlighted APMC’s role in bridging healthcare gaps in the BARMM region, particularly amid poverty, rising demand for specialty services, armed conflict, and pandemic-related challenges.
Through the Most Visionary Iconic Professional of the Year Award 2026, Star Iconic Media acknowledges Dr. Shalimar Sani-Rakiin for her leadership, commitment, and contribution to public healthcare development. Her work demonstrates how strong institutional leadership can help transform healthcare access, strengthen hospital capacity, and bring essential medical services closer to the communities that need them most.
At Grand Honors 2026, Dr. Sani-Rakiin’s recognition stood as a tribute to visionary healthcare leadership in the Philippines, honoring her role in guiding Amai Pakpak Medical Center toward continued service, resilience, and meaningful progress for the people of Marawi City, Lanao del Sur, and the wider Bangsamoro region.
