Dr. Ma. Isabela “Bea” P. Ong is a board-certified dermatologist who completed her residency training at Makati Medical Center, where she served as Chief Resident during her final year. She has actively engaged in academic and clinical initiatives throughout her training. Her approach to dermatology is rooted in evidence-based care, empathy, and continuous learning.
Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City, QC
Thursday | 11am – 6pm
Dr. Paosee is a medical graduate of the University of the Philippines Manila, College of Medicine. He took his residency training in Dermatology and Fellowship training in Dermatopathology at the Department of Dermatology of Philippine General Hospital. His interests include Medical Dermatology, Dermatopathology and sexually transmitted infections.
Currently, Dr. Paosee Villena is also a Visiting Consultant in East Avenue Medical Center and Valenzuela Medical Center.
In his free time, he enjoys teaching residents as well as playing volleyball with his friends.
Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City, QC
Friday | 4pm – 6pm
Saturday | 10am – 3pm
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Dr. Janine Acoba graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of the Philippines Diliman. She obtained her medical degree from the University of the Philippines College of Medicine. She completed her residency training at the Skin and Cancer Foundation, Inc. Recently, she passed the diplomate exam of the Philippine Dermatological Society. She is a member of the Philippine Academy of Cutaneous Surgery, International Society of Dermatology, and International Dermoscopy Society. She is also interested in pursuing further training in medical dermatology.
During her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends. She loves to try new foods and is fond of drinking coffee.
Mandala Park, Mandaluyong
Tuesday | 10am – 6pm
Wednesday | 2pm – 6pm
Dr. Veronica Marie “Nikki” Ramos – San Juan is a graduate of the University Philippines-Diliman with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology. She obtained her medical degree from the University of the Philippines-Manila College of Medicine. She completed her 3-year residency training in dermatology at the University of the Philippines-Philippine General Hospital Department of Dermatology where she was awarded as the Most Outstanding Resident in her senior year. She also served as the chief resident of their department for two consecutive years. She recently passed the Philippine Dermatological Society board exam and is currently interested in dermoscopy, dermatologic oncology, and procedural dermatology. She is a member of the International Society of Dermatology and International Dermoscopy Society.
Dr. Nikki has a calm outlook in life. She likes to travel, eat and hang out with friends or just stay at home and binge watch K-dramas.
Mandala Park, Mandaluyong
Sunday | 10am – 5pm
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Dr. Nina Dionisio-Mejia graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and is a registered nurse. She obtained her medical degree from the Far Eastern University-Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine. She has always been interested in the field of dermatology and eventually pursued residency training in the said specialty in the Rizal Medical Center Department of Dermatology belonging to its pioneer batch. She was the head resident of the Psoriasis Service Committee and was the first resident who was ever awarded Doctor of the Year by Psoriasis Philippines in recognition of her dedication and service for Psoriasis patients.
She is an associate member of the Philippine Society of Venereologists and currently undergoing the step ladder approach specialty program in pursuit to sub-specialize in Venereology (Sexually Transmitted Infections). She is also interested in seeking further training in procedural dermatology. She is the head of the community dermatology service unit of the Rizal Medical Center Department of Dermatology where is also an active consultant. Dr. Dionisio-Mejia is an associate member of the Philippine Academy of Dermatological Surgery Foundation Inc and a member of its committee on virtual communications. She is also a member on the committee on public safety and professional competency of the Philippine Dermatological Society.
Dr. Niña is a wife, a mama to a lovely little boy, and two dogs. She is a potterhead, loves breakfast, cakes, and binge-watching series.
Mandala Park, Mandaluyong
Friday | 12pm – 5pm
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Dr. Iza Encarnacion graduated Bachelor of Science, Major in Health Sciences from the Ateneo de Manila University. She earned her double degree of Doctor of Medicine and Masters in Business Administration from Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health. Early on, she had her mind on dermatology and had her Internship Elective from the University of the Philippines – Philippine General Hospital Department of Dermatology. She accomplished her Post Graduate Internship from The Medical City and Ospital ng Makati. She finished her Residency in Dermatology in East Avenue Medical Center. In 2019, she went to Mount Sinai Hospital in New York for Complex Medical Dermatology Fellowship.
She has extensive experience as a researcher and worked as a research project coordinator and investigator in various national and local programs.
Dr. Iza is a consultant at East Avenue Medical Center (Medical dermatology and phototherapy) and Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez Memorial Hospital and Sanitarium (Phototherapy).
On other days, Dr. Iza takes part in their family owned handcrafted jewellery business. She loves to walk around malls and spend time with friends.
Mandala Park, Mandaluyong
Saturday | 9am – 1pm
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Dr. Victorio is currently affiliated with Philippine General Hospital in Manila, The Medical City Ortigas, and VRP Medical Center in Mandaluyong.
Dr. Leah believes in enjoying the simple things in life. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves traveling and food. She finds fulfillment in her craft and shares her talent with the less fortunate by working with foundations who offer free surgery for cleft patients.
Mandala Park, Mandaluyong
Tuesday | 11am (Strictly by appointment)
Thursday | 11am (Strictly by appointment)
Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City, QC
Strictly by appointment
Mandala Park, Mandaluyong
Thursday | 10am – 7pm (Morning slots are strictly by appointment)
Saturday | 1pm – 7pm
Gateway Mall 2, Araneta City, QC
2nd & 4th Sunday | 10am – 2pm
Monday | 11am – 6pm
Tuesday | 11am – 6pm
Have you ever thought about which temperature of water is best when washing your face? Is it hot or cold water for acne? Here is what AC Skin Health dermatologist, Dr. Amy Chua has to say.
Let us look at the pros and cons of using the different temperatures in washing our face.
Using warmer temperature of water may make you feel like you are enjoying a hot bath or sauna. This may be relaxing and destressing. However, when you read the next paragraph, it may not be so relaxing for you anymore.
Washing our face (or body for that matter) with hot water strips off protective oil from our skin. Our skin may perceive this as being dry, hence it responds with overproduction of oil. In general, more oil relates to more acne and uh-oh, that is bad news. Hot water, especially temperature over 40C may affect the integrity of the skin barrier and make you more prone to irritation, infection, and acne. Another effect of hot water on our skin is making you more prone to wrinkles! It seems then that washing your face (or taking a bath) with hot water, may bring your skin more harm than good.
Have you tried melting an ice cube on your pustules and papules? If you haven’t, you may try getting an ice cube and sliding it over your inflammatory pimples a few times. You might notice that applying ice can lessen pain, redness, and swelling of inflamed acne.
We don’t know however if using cold water may produce the same results. Most likely not. Water from the faucet is usually not that cold. More so, your skin will be exposed to cold water for only a short period of time. How many seconds or minutes does it take you to wet and rinse off your facial cleanser? While using cold water may not be harmful, it will most likely have minimal benefits on our skin.
It is recommend to wash your face with lukewarm water – not too hot, not too cold, just right! Most products are also designed to be used with lukewarm water. But if you prefer to use cold water, feel free to do so too!
Hope you learned something today!
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Covid-19 or Coronavirus-19 affects people in many different ways. You may know someone who had only mild disease, with one day sore throat. Some may even have no symptoms at all! Some people are at higher risk for developing moderate to severe disease hence requiring hospitalization. The people at risk are those with a medical condition such as obesity, hypertension, diabetes, or asthma. Also the elderly, pregnant, and the young children.
Two years in the pandemic, the case reports from all over the world have identified the some of the cutaneous manifestations of Covid-19.
Exanthematous or morbiliform rash (22%) – predominantly involving the trunk. Rash may appear at disease onset or more frequently upon recovery. Rash appears similar to other non-specific viral rash.
Pernio-like acral lesions or “Covid toes” (18%) – usually seen in those with a relatively mild disease. These present as red-violaceous or purpuric macule on fingers, toes, elbows, and lateral aspect of feet.
Urticaria (16%) – this may be a presenting sign of Covid-19 infection. Important to note, these some patients reported no fever.
Macular erythema (13%)
Vesicular eruption (11%)
Papulosquamous eruption (9.9%)
Retiform purpura (6.4%) – associated with severe illness
Multi system inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C) – may present as an erythematous, polymorphic rash involving hands, feet, mouth and eyes, with findings of severe Kawasaki disease.
The frequency and timing of the skin lesions of Covid-19, and the association of the manifestations with diseases severity however are not yet certain.
Skin lesions may be seen in those with Covid-19 though it is not that common. Skin manifestations of Covid-19 have different presenting symptoms ranging from a morbiliform rash to retiform purpura. In the near future, more date will hopefully shed more light on the relationship of skin manifestations of Covid-19 and the disease itself. Some patients may present with or without cough, with or without fever. Some skin manifestations are seen with those with mild disease, or severe disease.
If you have a high index of suspicion and you are unsure why you have a rash, it is best to consult your doctor. Especially if you have been exposed or know that you have been in an unsafe situation, it is recommended to isolate yourself. Proceed with scheduling an appointment right away. Now is not the time for self-diagnosing and self-medicating.
– dr. amy chua
Let us take this chance to remind everyone of the simple yet effective ways of preventing Covid-19 transmission.
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