Mission
Conduct high-quality multidisciplinary research, surveillance and training, improve, clinical care and develop and produce biological for the prevention and control of infectious, tropical and dermatological diseases.
We are committed to offer a well-balanced training program among our residents and expect to produce strong-willed, resolute and devoted leaders among our consultant staff and residents in Dermatology. We aspire to deliver sound dermatological health care to our patients through training, service and research, provide opportunities for academic and professional advancement and further encourage subspecialization in the field of dermatology. We pledge to extend unconditional services to our less fortunate brothers in the community.
Vision
Lead center of excellence for infectious and tropical diseases in the Philippines.
Core Values
The RITM section of Dermatology was established in 1992 with Dr. Gertrude Chan as its founding Chairperson, Dr. Ma. Teresita Gabriel as RTO and Dr. Ma. Luisa Venida as consultant. The program was eventually given full accreditation by the Philippine Society of Cutaneous Medicine (PSCM) in 1993.
In its early years, the dermatology outpatient department shared an office, conference room and laboratory with the RITM Infectious Research division. At that time clinics are held three times with the rest of the week used for didactics, grand rounds and dermatopathology reading.
The section eventually was given a separate building in 2002 to accommodate the number of patients and improve the services that it provides. OPD consultation then became daily. The Section became a Department in 2011.
Over the years, the number of patients increased and currently, 100-150 patients are seen daily at the Dermatology OPD. The Dermatology Department is the national referral hub for leprosy and is in close coordination and communication with the National Leprosy Control Program, DOH for its various activity and researches on leprosy.
As of 2019, the program has produced 139 graduates with 100% passing rate in the Dermatology Specialty Board Examinations
Department Chair, Leprosy Unit Head
Ma. Teresita G. Gabriel, MD, FPDS
Residency Training Officer,
Phototherapy Unit Head
Leilani R. Senador, MD. FPDS
Head, Contact Dermatitis Unit
Head, Quality Assurance
Ricky H. Hipolito, MD, FPDS
Head, Dermatologic Surgery Unit
Alexander R. Castillo, MD, FPDS
Adviser, Research Unit
Gracia B. Teodosio, MD, FPDS
Head, Immunodermatology Unit
Clarisse G. Mendoza, MD, FPDS
Head, Pediatric Dermatology Unit
Head, Research Unit
Gisella U. Adasa, MD, FPDS
Head, Dermatopathology Unit
Johannes F. Dayrit, MD, FPDS, FDSP
Consultant, Cosmetic Dermatology Unit
Marie Socouer M. Oblepias, MD, FPDS
Head, Sexually Transmitted Infections Unit
Emmerson Gale S. Vista, MD, FPDS, FPSV
Head, Cosmetic Dermatology Unit
Evangeline B. Handog, MD, FPDS
Consultant, Dermatologic Surgery Unit
Reynaldo L. Ugalde, MD, FPDS
Consultant, Photodermatology Unit
Luella Joy A. Escueta – Alcos, MD, FPDS
Consultant, Dermatologic Surgery Unit
Kristy Elleza R. Evangelista, MD, FPDS
Third Year Residents
Aira Monica R. Abella, MD
Ma. Carmela P. Bucoy, MD
Ana Veronica A. Lagman, MD
Ma. Milagros Socorro M. Limchoc, MD
Isabel G. Palabyab, MD
Nicole R. Rivera, MD
Danielle Marlo R. Senador, MD
Kristen Therese A. Whaley, MD
Second Year Residents
Frances Beatrice L. Alarilla, MD
Erwin John R. Aquino, MD
Ma. Desiree Hannah C. Garcia, MD
Loren Ann Cole C. Magpantay, MD
Ma. Fatima Lourdes Omangayon, MD
Ma. Bianca Therese Relova-Haresco, MD
First Year Residents
Daniel Brian G. Cabugao, MD
Alexis G. De las Alas, MD
Nagatoshi M. Ebisawa, MD
Angeli Elaine A. Pangilinan, MD
Danelle Anne L. Santos, MD
Christine Lyka R. Sayson, MD
Mary Rae Kate A. Villamin, MD
Clinical Case review (bimonthly)
Research Hour (monthly)
Journal Club (monthly)
Kodachrome (monthly)
Clinicopathologic Conference (monthly)
Dermatopathology Slide Readings (weekly)
Dermoscopy/Pediatric Dermatology Review (monthly)
Cosmetic Dermatology/Laser Procedures Lectures (monthly)
Dermatologic Surgery Workshop (monthly)
International Webcast Lecture Series (monthly)
Hansen’s Disease and Common Skin Diseases Workshop (semi-annual)
Hansen’s Disease Club Lay Fora (quarterly)
Psoriasis Club Meetings (semi-annual)
Atopic Dermatitis Club Meetings (semi-annual)
Bullous Club Meetings (semi-annual)
Dermatology Consultations: Monday – Friday
Diagnostics
KOH smear
Wound Gram Stain & Culture and Sensitivity
TB culture
Fungal Culture
Tzanck Smear
PCR
Acid Fast Smear (AFS) / Slit Skin Smear (SSS)
Dermatopathology Reading
Direct Immunofluorescence Reading
Patch Testing
Cosmetic Dermatology
Acne Surgery
Extraction
Intralesional Steroid Injection
Chemical Peels
Bonta and Fillers
Phototherapy
Narrowband and Broadband UVB Phototherapy
Targeted Narrowband UVB Phototherapy
Dermatologic Surgery, Lasers, and Energy Based Devices
Biopsy (Skin Punch, Shave, Excision)
Nail Avulsion
CO2 Laser
Q-switched Nd:YAG Laser
Diode
Radiofrequency
RITM Clubs
Hansen’s Disease Club
Psoriasis Club
Bullous Club
Atopic Club
RITM – Residency
The Research Institute for Tropical Medicine’s Dermatology Residency Program has produced 155 graduates as of 2021.
The three-year residency program has the residents rotate in various areas of the department, supervised by specialized PDS Board certified dermatologists, including the Hansen’s Disease Unit, Phototherapy Unit, Dermatopathology Unit, Immunodermatology Unit, Pediatric Dermatology Clinic, HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections Clinic, Contact Dermatitis Clinic, and the Dermatologic Surgery and Laser Unit.
The Research Institute for Tropical Medicine, being a National Specialty Center for Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine, rotates the residents in the Adult and Pediatric Infectious Disease wards, as well as the HIV and Animal Bite Clinics. It is also designated as an Advanced Comprehensive Dermatology Center by the Department of Health.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS
Interested applicants may submit their requirements at the Dermatology Building of the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine, Research Drive, Alabang, Muntinlupa from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Monday to Friday, except Holidays or via email at ritmdermapply@gmail.com
For further inquiries, interested applicants may contact Dr. Joland A. San Juan at 8809-7599 local 424 or via email at ritmdermapply@gmail.com.
Deadline for complete submission of requirements for residency period 2022-2024 is on September 30, 2021
Reasearch Institute for Tropical Medicine,
Department of Dermatology
DOH Compound, Filinvest Corporate City,
Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Tel. No. 842-6282
Mobile No. 0927-679-4107
Email address: dermatologyritm@gmail.com
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