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About 9th Infantry DMMC

**9th Infantry Division, Division Medical and Dental Dispensary (9th Infantry DMMC) – Military History:** The 9th Infantry DMMC, or Division Medical and Dental Dispensary, serves as the primary medical unit for the 9th Infantry Division of the Philippine Army, also known as the “Spear Division.” Activated in August 2004 alongside the division’s reactivation, the 9th Infantry DMMC provides comprehensive medical, dental, and health services to support combat operations and humanitarian missions in the Bicol Region. The unit has played a crucial role in casualty care during counter-insurgency operations against communist rebels and in disaster response during typhoons and volcanic eruptions in Southern Luzon. Through its dedication, the 9th Infantry DMMC has contributed significantly to the overall combat effectiveness and welfare of the 9th Infantry Division’s personnel.

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Company C 1st Bn. 38th Inf. Regt. • U.S. Army • 1989

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About 9th Infantry DMMC

About this Unit

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• Origins: The 9th Infantry Division, also known as the "DMMC" (Division Medical and Maintenance Company in some contexts or "Dugong Maharlika, Mandirigmang Dakila" as a nickname), is a unit of the Philippine Army established to address insurgency and security threats in the Bicol Region. • Activation: The division was officially activated on August 15, 2002, making it one of the younger infantry divisions in the Philippine Army. • Area of Responsibility: Its main area of operations covers the Bicol Region, which includes the provinces of Camarines Norte, Camarines Sur, Albay, Sorsogon, Catanduanes, and Masbate. • Strategic Importance: The 9th Infantry Division was created to strengthen the government's capability to address insurgent activities, particularly those of the New People's Army (NPA) in Bicol. • Unit Nickname: The unit’s moniker "Spear Division" (locally "Dugong Maharlika, Mandirigmang Dakila") highlights their spearhead role in peace and security operations in the region. • Significant Operations: The division has been involved in major internal security operations, resulting in the neutralization and surrender of numerous insurgents and the recovery of firearms and explosives. • Community Engagement: The 9th ID is known for its involvement in humanitarian assistance and disaster response, especially during typhoons and volcanic eruptions in the Bicol Region. • Camp Headquarters: Its headquarters is located at Camp Elias Angeles, Barangay San Jose, Pili, Camarines Sur. • Medal of Valor Awardees: Soldiers from the 9th Infantry Division have been recognized for acts of heroism and gallantry in action, earning various military awards and commendations. • International Partnerships: The division has participated in joint exercises and training with allied armed forces, enhancing its operational capabilities and fostering international military cooperation.