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Philippine Dermatological Society

From its establishment in 1952 up to the present, the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) continually strengthens its mandate to be the respected and recognized leader in Dermatology. The PDS aims to be a highly recognized society, locally and globally, striving towards excellence in the attainment of healthy skin for all. The society's progress is guided by the five pillars of education, research, outreach, engagement and advocacy.

The core advocacy of the PDS is "Skin Health and Skin Safety" which is why the slogan," PDS DermAuthority" was coined to perfectly define a PDS dermatologist - a properly trained, competent and ethical physician who is a true expert on skin, hair, and nails. Ultimately, the aim of the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) is to be the leading organization that promotes the advancement of dermatology as a medical specialty and the highest standard of skin health care in the Philippines.

PDS Mission

The PDS is an organization of humane and service-oriented dermatologists observing the highest ethical professional standards and promoting knowledge through information, dissemination, training and research.

The PDS aims to be a highly recognized society, locally and globally, striving towards excellence in the attainment of healthy skin for all.

PDS Vision

PDS Core Values

EXCELLENCE

INTEGRITY

PROFESSIONALISM

OPEN-MINDEDNESS

Message from the President

As your President, and on behalf of the incumbent Board of Directors (BOD), it is my sincere prayer and wish that all of you are in the best situation and good health.

Let me take this opportunity to present to you the thrust of the BOD for 2023-2024. The following strategic pillars or themes have been recently formulated and approved by the BOD based on our Society's Vision and Mission:

EDUCATION

Promoting educational excellence in dermatology

RESEARCH

Pushing the boundaries of evidence-based research

OUTREACH

Providing access to dermatological care for all

ENGAGEMENT

Nurturing engagements within the society and external stakeholders

ADVOCACY

Promoting the society as the DermAuthority to the public

Regional Chapters

We make sure each individual all over the the country has access to a
dermatologist.

Subspecialty Societies

Subspecialty Core Groups

Interest Groups

Organization Structure

President Cynthia P. Ciriaco-Tan, MD, FPDS
Vice President Maria Jasmin J. Jamora, MD, FPDS
Secretary Camille Berenguer-Angeles, MD, FPDS
Treasurer Antonio C. Sison, MD, FPDS, FPPA
Immediate Past President Francisco D. Rivera IV, MD, FPDS
Members

Zharlah Gulmatico-Flores, MD, FPDS
Claudine Rae Lagman-Javier, MD, FPDS
Ma. Michellende Dolores G. Gatchalian, MD, FPDS
Maria Cristina A. Puyat, MD, FPDS
Maria Deanna S. Ramiscal, MD, FPDS
Liza Marie R. Paz-Tan, MD, FPDS
Mary Jane G. Uy, MD, FPDS

ChairMaria Christina Filomena R. Batac, MD, FPDS
Members 
 Tanya Angela Perez-Chua, MD, FPDS
 Gisella U. Adasa MD, FPDS
 Claire Marie Reyes-Habito, MD, FPDS
 Maria Carla C. Perlas-Pagtakhan, MD, FPDS
 Sharmaine Ivy S. Sun, MD, FPDS
 Lalaine R. Visitacion MD, FPDS

ChairFrancisca D.C. Roa, MD, FPDS
SecretaryMa. Lorna F. Frez, MD, FPDS
 Gertrude P. Chan, MD, FPDS
Ma. Teresita G. Gabriel, MD, FPDS
Evangeline B. Handog, MD, FPDS
Daisy K. Ismael, MD, FPDS
Sylvia S. Jacinto, MD, FPDS
Ma. Purita Paz-Lao, MD, FPDS
Ma. Angela M. Lavadia, MD, FPDS
Clarita Corazon C. Maaño, MD, FPDS
Monina A. Macam, MD, FPDS
Filomena L. Montinola, MD, FPDS
Rosalina E. Nadela, MD, FPDS
Arnelfa C. Paliza, MD, FPDS
Georgina C. Pastorfide, MD, FPDS
Roberta C. Romero, MD, FPDS
Lilia O. Santiago, MD, FPDS
Elizabeth Amelia V. Tianco, MD, FPDS
Lina D.D. Torralba, MD, FPDS
Ma. Luisa A. Venida, MD, FPDS
Vermen M. Verallo-Rowell, MD, FPDS

Over-All Chair      Ma. Angela M. Lavadia, MD, FPDS
PLANNING COMMITTEE
ChairBenedicto DL. Carpio, MD, FPDS
Members 
 EAMCElizabeth P. Prieto MD, FPDS
Lily Lyralin Laconico-Tumalad, MD, FPDS
 JRRMMCMa. Flordeliz A. Casintahan, MD, FPDS
Zharlah Gulmatico-Flores, MD, FPDS
 MMCElsie Reynosa P. Floreza, MD, FPDS
Patricia Anne T. Tinio, MD, FPDS
 OMMCBenedicto dL. Carpio, MD, FPDS
Eileen Regalado-Morales, MD, FPDS
 R1MCMaria Aurora Teresa H. Rosario, MD, FPDS
Eunice Kaye M. Rayos-Lopez, MD, FPDS
 RITMLeilani R. Senador, MD, FPDS
Clarisse Mendoza, MD, FPDS
 RMCFrancisco D. Rivera IV, MD, FPDS
Maria Katherina Lat-Herrin, MD, FPDS
  SCFIVermen M. Verallo-Rowell, MD, FPDS
Desiree Bautista, MD, FPDS
 SLMCCynthia P. Ciriaco-Tan, MD, FPDS
Natividad Sandra D. Chua, MD, FPDS
 SPMCMary Jo Kristine S. Bunagan, MD, FPDS (Jan. – June 2023 Chair)
Claribel L. Jimenez MD, FPDS (July. – Dec. 2023 Chair)
Karla Phoebe Castaños, MD, FPDS
 UERMMMCICamille Berenguer-Angeles, MD, FPDS
Lian C. Jamisola MD, FPDS
 UP-PGHEileen Liesl A. Cubillan, MD, FPDS
Claudine Yap Silva, MD, FPDS
 USTEleanor Letran, MD, FPDS
Bernardita O. Policarpio, MD, FPDS
  MONITORING COMMITTEE
      ChairJacqueline Roberta M. Cua, MD, FPDS
    Members

Maria Teresa D. Aviquetero, MD, FPDS

Maria Pacita Belisario, MD, FPDS
Maria Patricia A. Chavez, MD, FPDS
Jacqueline M. Luna, MD, FPDS
Lovell Christina S. Magat, MD, FPDS
Maricar Jasmin M. Marcelo, MD, FPDS
Maria Aurora C. Noel, MD, FPDS
Maria Cecilia C. Ongjoco, MD, FPDS
Ma. Regina Paz S. Pastor, MD, FPDS
Melanie Joy D. Ruiz, MD, FPDS
Susannah O. Salvador, MD, FPDS

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PHILIPPINE DERMATOLOGICAL SOCIETY
73 Malakas St., Barangay Pinyahan, Quezon City

Telefax No.: (632) 8727-7309
Website: www.pds.org.ph
E-mail: [email protected]

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Greetings!

As your President, and on behalf of the incumbent Board of Directors (BOD), it is my sincere prayer and wish that all of you are in the best situation and good health.

Let me take this opportunity to present to you the thrust of the BOD for 2023-2024. The following strategic pillars or themes have been recently formulated and approved by the BOD based on our Society’s Vision and Mission:

EDUCATION : Promoting educational excellence in dermatology

RESEARCH : Pushing the boundaries of evidence-based research

OUTREACH : Providing access to dermatological care for all

ENGAGEMENT : Nurturing engagements within the society and external stakeholders

ADVOCACY : Promoting the society as the DermAuthority to the public


As I mentioned during the induction ceremonies, strategic pillars are the core elements of an organization’s strategic intent. They will provide the main direction for our society to achieve our vision-mission, guided by our core values of excellence, professionalism, integrity and open-mindedness.

By God’s grace, and in cooperation with all the committees, the current BOD is enthusiastic to implement concerted programs and projects nationwide. We intend to come up with a complete calendar of activities to keep members updated and encourage active participation in all these endeavors.

In line with this, the board has agreed to hold 3 virtual general assemblies, every second to the last Friday of March, June and September. We intend to present important matters and open communication lines amongst us. The first virtual general assembly for this year is slated on March 22, 2024 at 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. The zoom link will be sent to your email address by the Secretariat.

We strongly encourage all members to mark this date and prioritize their attendance. It serves as a crucial platform for sharing insights and collectively shaping the organization’s future.

No challenge or hurdle is difficult enough to overcome if we work together as one with selfless dedication and perseverance. It is my fervent wish that in our incumbency, we shall be able to see all these plans come into fruition – to our collective satisfaction and pride. After all, the success of our goals, objectives, and action shall not be the pleasure of just one but the honor of our Society, our beloved Philippine Dermatological Society.

May God bless us all!

CYNTHIA P. CIRIACO-TAN, MD, FPDS
President 2023-2024
Philippine Dermatological Society