From Walking Miles to School to Specialist GP in Australia: A Cebu scholar’s inspiring journey

According to Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott, life wasn’t easy, but she fought her way from college to medical school in Cebu, determined to change the course of her family’s future.

[First photo L-R Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott, second photo- her mum and sisters] According to Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott, she has always strived to do better in life, not just to survive, but to find stability and provide for her family. Inspired by her mother who is a teacher, and sisters, who are a dentist and an accountant, she pursued her goals with perseverance and determination, and has successfully achieved her dreams. Source: SBS/Shiela Joy Labrador/Dr Angelica Logarta-Scott

Key Points

• Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott hails from Cebu City, Philippines.
• Her mother was her greatest inspiration to pursue a career in medicine in the Philippines, a journey that later took her to advanced specialisation in the UK and Australia.
• Dr. Angelica specialises in Women’s Health, Skin Cancer Medicine, Chronic Diseases, and Aesthetic Medicine.
• She is also a respected resource person for multicultural events in Australia and an active expert on SBS Filipino’s Healthy Pinoy program. She plans to further specialise in Longevity and Lifestyle Medicine.

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From Walking Miles to School to Specialist GP in Australia: A Cebu scholar’s inspiring journey

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Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott, a respected multicultural health expert and SBS Filipino’s Healthy Pinoy contributor, continued her GP practice during the COVID-19 pandemic while leading testing at her centre, the only GP-led COVID and Respiratory clinic in Western Sydney, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to community care. Source: Dr Angelica Logarta-Scott

From a young Cebu scholar who once walked to school, to becoming a Specialist GP in Australia, Dr. Angelica Logarta-Scott’s journey is a story of perseverance, faith, and unwavering determination.

Many were more naturally gifted than me in class, but at university, I excelled through hard work. While others read quickly, I put in twice the effort of my peers. I wake up at 3 AM because focus is at its best in the morning, and I always start the day with prayer.

Dr Angelica Logarta-Scott, Specialist GP- Sydney, Australia

She was raised by a single parent alongside two siblings, overcame poverty, earned a scholarship, and succeeded in medical school through hard work and dedication. Although her parents separated when she was young, she remains grateful to her father and relatives for their support and guidance.

It never got to a point where I felt overwhelmed. I always try to stay optimistic and focus on the positive. My sisters, one an accountant and the other a dentist, showed me that if you have a goal, opportunities will follow. You just need to stay focused on how to achieve it.

Dr Angelica Logarta-Scott, Specialist GP- Sydney, Australia

After many years in the UK, she moved to Australia seeking better opportunities and to be closer to family. Today, she serves the multicultural community while inspiring young Filipino-Australians.

I chose Australia for better pay, work-life balance, outdoor activities, and weather. It’s also closer to the Philippines, which allows me to be near my family and plan for the future, including retirement.

Dr Angelica Logarta-Scott, Specialist GP-Sydney, Australia

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