A professional career can be measured through qualifications and achievements, but for Dr. Israel Ugalde, its deeper value lies in how knowledge is used to serve others. That philosophy took on international significance on August 14, 2026, when the specialist in integrative medicine and naturopathy received a Certificate of Excellence during a ceremony in Rome, Italy.
Presented by Rasha Fendi, the recognition acknowledged Ugalde’s career in healthcare and the social and professional impact of his work beyond Mexico. The occasion marked an important international milestone for the doctor while also giving him an opportunity to reflect on the principles that have shaped his professional path.
For Ugalde, receiving recognition in another country demonstrates how work rooted in discipline and genuine purpose can reach audiences far beyond its place of origin.
“When you do things with love, discipline, and a genuine purpose, results follow, sometimes from places you never imagined, thousands of kilometers from home,” Ugalde said while reflecting on the experience.
The statement offers an insight into how he approaches professional achievement. International recognition, in his view, is not simply about expanding one’s reputation. It can also demonstrate the ability of purposeful work to cross cultural and geographical boundaries.
Family Values Behind the Professional Journey
Following the ceremony, Ugalde expressed gratitude to Rasha Fendi for the institutional support he received in Europe. At the same time, he made a point of sharing the recognition with those who influenced his journey long before the ceremony in Rome.
He dedicated the honor to his family and ancestors, emphasizing the role that inherited values have played in developing his ethical outlook.
That acknowledgement gives the recognition a personal dimension. Although the Certificate of Excellence celebrates professional accomplishments, Ugalde connects those accomplishments to values developed through family, perseverance and responsibility.
His message also reflects a belief that professional knowledge becomes more meaningful when it is directed toward the needs of others.
Healthcare With a Humanitarian Perspective
As a specialist in integrative medicine and naturopathy, Ugalde has built his work within healthcare while maintaining a broader interest in social impact.
His approach emphasizes that expertise should not exist solely for individual advancement. Instead, he believes knowledge can become a vehicle for service, allowing professionals to contribute to their communities and build a legacy extending beyond their own careers.
The recognition in Italy also places his journey within a wider international context. Mexican healthcare professionals continue to establish their presence abroad through different approaches to healthcare, wellness and innovation. Ugalde’s recognition represents one example of professional work originating in Mexico receiving attention on an international platform.
For his team, the Rome ceremony is not being viewed as a finishing point.
Ugalde said the recognition creates additional responsibility to continue advancing research, development and medical care programs intended to benefit society. In that sense, the award becomes not only an acknowledgement of previous work but also motivation for what comes next.
His international journey is expected to continue in 2027, with information surrounding the recognition indicating that the Royal family will host a ceremony in Dubai next year.
As Dr. Israel Ugalde looks toward the next stage of his work, his message remains centered on purpose. The Certificate of Excellence received in Rome represents international acknowledgment, but the principles he highlights are much closer to home: discipline, integrity, gratitude, family values and a commitment to using healthcare knowledge in service of others.