About
Shawn Euclid Gandhi P. Espina MD, FPCS, FPSGS, FPSST
A multidisciplinary expert combining surgical excellence with systems thinking to transform healthcare delivery and community health outcomes.
Professional Background
Dr. Shawn Euclid Gandhi P. Espina is a general surgeon, public health professional, consultant, educator, and thought leader based in Cebu, Philippines. With a career spanning medicine, consulting, leadership, and sustainability, Dr. Espina brings a unique multidisciplinary approach to healthcare challenges.
As a general surgeon, Dr. Espina specializes in abdominal surgery, laparoscopic procedures, and trauma care. His surgical practice is complemented by his work as a public health specialist and hospital systems consultant, where he applies systems thinking to improve healthcare delivery at institutional and community levels.
Medical Education
Dr. Espina holds a Master in Public Health with a focus on Hospital Administration, providing him with the strategic framework to understand and improve healthcare systems. He is also an Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Provider and Instructor, credentials that underscore his commitment to excellence in emergency care and medical education.
His educational background combines clinical training with public health expertise, enabling him to bridge the gap between individual patient care and population health outcomes.
Public Health Credentials
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Espina is deeply engaged in public health initiatives. He serves as an accredited Konsulta provider and Yakap Program provider, making healthcare accessible to broader communities. His public health work extends to crisis management, where he served as Incident Commander for the Cebu City COVID Response, demonstrating leadership in unprecedented circumstances.
Background
Educational Timeline
Cebu Institute of Medicine
Medical Degree
Chong Hua Hospital
Surgical Residency Program
University of Singapore
Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
University of Tel Aviv
Trauma Fellowship
Roles & Expertise
Key Roles
Dr. Espina operates at the intersection of multiple disciplines, bringing comprehensive expertise to every engagement.
Surgeon
General surgeon specializing in abdominal surgery, laparoscopic procedures, and trauma care. Providing both emergency and elective surgical services with a focus on minimally invasive techniques.
Consultant
Healthcare systems consultant advising hospitals, government agencies, and corporate clients on trauma systems, emergency preparedness, and hospital administration.
Educator
Medical educator and ATLS instructor committed to training the next generation of healthcare professionals. Developer of curriculum and faculty programs.
Environmental Advocate
Champion for sustainable healthcare practices and environmental stewardship through biological waste solutions and circular economy models.
Affiliations
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Espina holds key positions across healthcare institutions, government agencies, and environmental organizations, reflecting his commitment to multidisciplinary impact.
ATLS Provider and Instructor
Master in Public Health (Hospital Administration)
CEO, Health & Lifestyle Transformation Hub Inc.
Director of Operations, Espina Perez Espina Realty Corp.
Convenor, Movement for Livable Cebu
Executive Director, Terrapro Philippines Inc.
Accredited Konsulta Provider
Yakap Program Provider