I would like to extend my congratulations to the excellent organizing committee of the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) Annual Convention for 2025, entitled “Building Bridges: Exploring Innovations in Pediatric, Medical and Cosmetic Dermatology” to be held November 4-7, 2025. This year’s convention promises to be world-class and groundbreaking, as it is the first time PDS hosts the Asian Society Meeting of Pediatric Dermatology (ASMPD) , in collaboration with the Asian Society of Pediatric Dermatology (ASPD) and the Pediatric Dermatology Society of the Philippines (PDSP). This first of its kind regional partnership highlights the excellence of PDSP as our PDS subspecialty society, composed of highly trained board-certified dermatologists who specialize in the care of pediatric age patients. This unique group of patients require special care of their skin hair and nails, and this is a wonderful opportunity for dermatologists, pediatricians and family care practitioners to benefit from the expertise of over 17 regional specialists from the Asian region. The scientific program features a who’s who of global Pediatric Dermatology stars including Dr Annette Wagner, Prof John McGrath, Dr Leong Kin Fong, Dr Yong Kwang Tay, Dr Mark Koh, Dr Srie Prihanti, Dr Rashmi Sarkar and of course our own roster of excellent Filipino speakers.

We welcome our regional delegates and speakers to the Philippines, and hope to shower them with the renowned hospitality and warmth of the Filipino host. Let’s enjoy reuniting and learning with our friends, look forward to a great fellowship night entitled “A World In Love” as we are regaled by our PDS colleagues with their talents, and once again enjoy the wonderful facilities of Marriott Grand Ballroom.

I am deeply grateful to the PDS board and council of elders for the guidance and encouragement, Convention Chair Dr Lizz Paz Tan and Co-Chair Dr Cindy Jao Tan, Secretary General Dr Donna Sarrosa for their amazing leadership, and our ASPD and PDSP partners for their support and generosity. I look forward to advancing my knowledge and skills by learning innovations in pediatric, medical and cosmetic dermatology! Mabuhay and God bless us all!