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Department of Medicine Section of Dermatology

The Section of Dermatology at UERM Medical Center specializes in diagnosing and  treating a multitude of skin, hair, and nail conditions. Our team provides medical and  cosmetic dermatologic care, including treatment for acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin  infections, skin cancer screening, and more. 

With a commitment to patient-centered care, we ensure personalized treatment plans for  every skin concern. Whether for medical or aesthetic needs, we are dedicated to keeping  your skin healthy and radiant.

Achievements

Our dermatology residents actively contribute to the field through high-quality research,  consistently producing studies that are presented at both local and international  conferences. Their work reflects our commitment to advancing dermatologic knowledge, improving patient care, and staying at the forefront of medical innovations. 

Specialization

The Section of Dermatology houses a complete roster of subspecialties represented by  its distinguished consultant staff, and consistently obtains full accreditation by the  Philippine Dermatological Society with outstanding rankings, reflective of the section’s  unwavering dedication to excellence in training, research, and service. 

Subspecialties:

  • Community Dermatology 
  • Cosmetic Dermatology 
  • Cutaneous Photomedicine 
  • Dermatologic Surgery 
  • Dermatopathology 
  • Dermoscopy and Trichoscopy 
  • Dermatopharmacology 
  • Hair & Nails 
  • Immunodermatology 
  • Lasers 
  • Leprosy 
  • Occupational & Environmental Dermatology 
  • Pediatric Dermatology 
  • Skin and sexually transmitted Infections 

Services 

  • Dermatologic consultation, catering to all age groups – pediatric, adult, and geriatric. 
  • Face-to-face consultation
  • Teledermatology

Diagnostic Procedures 

  • Dermoscopy 
  • Gram stain 
  • Patch test 
  • Potassium hydroxide (KOH) smear 
  • Skin biopsy with histopathologic studies (punch, excision, incision, shave biopsy) • Tzanck smear 
  • Ultrasound of the skin
  • Wood’s lamp

Dermatologic/Cosmetic Procedures 

  • Acne surgery 
  • Botulinum toxin injections 
  • Chemical peels and TCA CROSS 
  • Electrodessication with curettage 
  • Extraction of milia, molluscum contagiosum 
  • Excision of benign and malignant tumors and cysts 
  • Fillers 
  • Intralesional steroid injection of acne, keloid, hypertrophic scars, and hair loss • Microdermabrasion 
  • Microneedling (acne scars, hair loss) 
  • Nail surgery
  • Phototherapy

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