Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS)

History
Before the year 1910, the practice of Dermatology in the Philippines was pursued only by a few doctors who came from an era when the study of dermatology, syphilology, and leprology were deeply intertwined. Perhaps, the appreciation for Dermatology as a specialty began when Dr. Perpetuo D. Gutierrez and Dr. Stanley started teaching Dermatology and Syphilology separately for the first time at UP College of Medicine in 1910. It was around this time that some of our bright young doctors started going to the US, Europe, and Japan for training in Dermatology.

Coming back to the Philippines years later, they found themselves holding positions in the teaching staff of our prestigious medical universities, realizing the urgency for dermatologic care of their fellow Filipinos, and convening every so often to hold informal scientific meetings and to exchange thoughts on interesting and problematic cases. It wouldn’t take long before this handful of passionate dermatologist, considered pioneers of Philippine Dermatology, took on the challenge of organizing the group of practicing dermatologists. Thus, on November 8, 1952, the Philippine Dermatological Society was born.

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

Vision:
The Philippine Dermatological Society aims to be the recognized and respected leader in dermatology by pursuing excellence in skin health.

Values:
• Excellence
• Professionalism
• Integrity
• Open-mindedness