The year 2025 is a big one for Pinoy BL (Boys' Love) actor Paolo Pangilinan. Last August, Paolo shared that he had earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from St. Luke's College of Medicine--and fast forward two months later, he proudly announced that he passed the Physician Licensure Examination. In his Instagram post, Paolo reflected on how much this milestone means to him, especially the sacrifices he had to make to achieve this goal. Dr. Paolo wrote, “What great privilege to find my calling. No one knows how much I've given up to be here.” He added, “To the shoulders I stand on, and to the hands that guided mine all throughout, my eternal gratitude. I pray I guide well those who come next. Never give up.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paolo Pangilinan (@paopangs) One of the first to congratulate Paolo on passing the board exam was Sparkle drama actress Yasmien Kurdi. Source: paopangs (IG) If you remember, Paolo starred in the popular web series Gaya Sa Pelikula (2020) and in the sexy drama film Two and One (2022). Meanwhile, ere's our list of the hottest doctors in the Philippines that will inspire you with their intelligence, charisma, and toned physique.