Our board-certified dermatologists are dedicated to helping you reach your beauty goals. Whether you’re looking for expert advice for an everyday beauty concern or you're looking to book an appointment for a skin check and treatment, we’re here to help. Let’s talk skincare—we’re here for YOU+!
ARNEL QUIAMBAO, MD FPSO-HNS
Dr. Arnel Quiambao is the Medical Director of YouPlus Intelligent Aesthetics. He is a certified fellow of the Philippine Society of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and Philippine Society for Cosmetic Surgery. He obtained his medical degree from the Far Eastern University - Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation (FEU- NRMF) Institute of Medicine in 2002 before completing his residency in Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery at the same institution in 2007. This was followed by a fellowship training in cosmetic surgery under the Philippine Society for Cosmetic Surgery from 2008 to 2010.
Currently, Dr. Quiambao serves as a clinical professor at the Department of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery Section of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the FEU-NRMF Medical Center. He is a member of several scientific societies including ASEAN Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies, Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Philippine Academy of Dermatologic Surgery Foundation, Incorporated. In addition, he has been appointed Regional Key Opinion Leader and trainer by several companies, frequently teaching facial injectables and surgical techniques, both locally and internationally. He likewise heads the MERZ Aesthetics Emergency and Safety Team and serves as a member of the Regional Advisory Board for Radiesse and Ultherapy Philippines.
Dr. Quiambao does not conform to a particular standard of beauty but encourages his patients to become better versions of themselves. He achieves this by providing individualized treatment plans combined with the newest and innovative aesthetic technologies, extensive knowledge, and an artistic eye.
FREMONT BASE, MD FPAPRAS
Dr. Fremont Base is a board-certified Plastic Surgeon and a member of the Philippine Society of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (PAPRAS).
Dr. Base finished his medical studies at the Cebu Doctors’ University College of Medicine in 1999. He then went on to take his Post- Graduate Internship and General Surgery Residency Training at Cebu Doctors’ University Hospital. After passing the Philippine Board of Surgery examination, he went on to take up his Fellowship in Plastic Surgery in the PAPRAS Training Program at the University of the East- Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center, Makati Medical Center, Rizal Medical Center, and Veterans Memorial Medical Center.
At present, Dr. Base is the Chairman of the Center for Aesthetics and Laser of Cebu Doctors’ University Hospital (CDUH) and is also the Department Head of the Maayo Aesthetic Institute (MAI). Aside from CDUH and MAI, he is also currently affiliated with Chong Hua Hospital, University of Cebu Medical Center, and Perpetual Succour Hospital, where is he practicing his expertise. At the same time, he is an assistant professor at the College of Medicine of Cebu Doctors’ University.
In between his private clinical practice and academic position, Dr. Base lends his time volunteering for surgical missions that help children with cleft lips and palates.
EMY CHRISTINE ONISHI – LIMCHOA, MD, FPDS, FPADSFI
Dr. Emy Onishi – Limchoa received her medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas and graduated impressively with honors, Summa cum Laude. After that, she completed her Residency training at the University of the Philippines and finished her Post Residency training at the Albany Medical College in New York, USA. Furthermore, Dr. Onishi-Limchoa also underwent prestigious training programs in Pennsylvania, USA at the Pittsburgh Medical College and in Fukuoka, Japan at the Kyushu University Hospital.
She is a consultant of the Department of Dermatology of the University of the Philippines – Philippine General Hospital and is a Fellow of the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS) and of the Philippine Academy of Dermatologic Surgery Foundation, Inc. (PADSFI) In addition, she is also a member of the Dermatologic and Aesthetic Surgery International League.
Aside from her interest and expertise in Procedural Dermatology, Advanced Neuromodulation, Filler Injection, Laser and energy-based devices, Dr. Emy is also a certified Yoga and Meditation instructor.
ROY LAWRENCE PAREDES, MD, DPDS, APSV
Dr. Roy Lawrence Paredes had his residency program at the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine Department of Dermatology and an internship at the DOH Philippine Centers for Specialized Health. He finished his pre-med course, major in B.S. Biology and obtained his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas. Furthermore, he completed his speciality board exam by the Philippine Board of Dermatology in 2019.
Dr. Roy Lawrence Paredes has comprehensive knowledge and extensive training in cosmetic procedures, including injectable agents, chemical peels, sclerotherapy, and lasers. He also specializes in the treatment of severe acne. Dr Roy Lawrence Paredes is also a Diplomate of the Philippine Dermatological Society and an Associate of the Philippine Society of Venereologists, which focuses on disorders that can be transmitted through sexual contact.
PATRICIA PASTRANA-MABANTA, MD, MBA, FPDS
Dr. Patricia Pastrana-Mabanta is a board-certified dermatologist and US fellowship-trained pediatric dermatologist with expertise in the distinct features and considerations for diagnosing and treating pediatric skin and dermatological disorders. Though she especially loves treating young children and adolescents, she offers complete dermatology care for all ages—from newborns to older adults. Throughout her training, Dr. Pastrana-Mabanta has pursued her other interest in procedural dermatology, which equipped her with the excision of benign skin lesions and other cosmetic procedures such as neurotoxin injections, lasers and other energy-based devices.
Dr. Pastrana-Mabanta received her undergraduate degree from the Ateneo de Manila University and her medical degree from the Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health. She also holds a Masters in Business Administration from the Ateneo Graduate School of Business. She completed her residency training in Dermatology at the Skin and Cancer Foundation Inc. She was a fellow in Pediatric Dermatology at the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, Northwestern University, Chicago.
She is a fellow of the Philippine Dermatological Society and a Society for Pediatric Dermatology member. As a wife, mother and physician, she derives fulfilment from helping others and providing the highest level of dermatologic care while developing personal connections with her patients.
TISHA ANINANG-PROTACIO, MD
Dr. Tisha Aninang-Protacio finished her undergraduate studies in Ateneo de Manila University and obtained her medical degree from the University of Sto. Tomas. She finished her post-graduate internship and general surgery residency in Makati Medical Center. She finished her fellowship in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at Makati Medical Center, East Avenue Medical Center, Rizal Medical Center, University of the East-Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and Veterans Memorial Medical Center under the Consortium 1 PAPRAS Training Program.
ERICKAH MARY THERESE DY-CALAYAG, MD, DPDS
Dr. Erickah Dy-Calayag, a board-certified dermatologist, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology, Major in Genetics, from the University of the Philippines in Los Baños (UPLB) in 2013. Afterwards, she graduated Cum Laude with the degree of Doctor of Medicine from the UP College of Medicine in Manila in 2018. She completed her 3-year Dermatology training program at the UP – Philippine General Hospital (UP-PGH) Department of Dermatology in 2021. Her training includes cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels, electrodessication (cautery), excision of benign skin lesions, intralesional steroid injections, lasers, microneedling, and neurotoxin injection.
Dr. Dy-Calayag was a topnotcher in the specialty board exam conducted by the Philippine Board of Dermatology in 2022. She is a Diplomate of the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS). Dr. Dy-Calayag will be undergoing further training in the field of dermatopathology.
FRANCIS JOSEPH G. VILLANUEVA, MD, DPDS
Dr. Francis Joseph G. Villanueva is a board-certified Dermatologist and a Diplomate of the Philippine Dermatological Society with a Bachelor of Science degree and Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Santo Tomas.
He took his 3-year residency training in Dermatology at the Research Institute for Tropical Medicine. His training includes extensive exposure to pathologic skin diseases and cosmetic procedures, including chemical peels, electrocautery, neurotoxin and intralesional steroid injections. Not only is he passionate about pathological skin diseases, but he also has a keen interest in the aesthetic aspect of Dermatology.
He is an advocate of a holistic approach to managing his patients and continues to undergo further training in fillers, threads and energy-based devices.
Currently, he is also training with the Philippine Academy of Aesthetic Surgery to hone his skills in cosmetic surgery procedures such as Blepharoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Liposuction and Breast augmentation.
Doctor’s Schedule
Monday
Dr. Patricia Pastrana-Mabanta / 1 PM - 6 PM
Tuesday
Dr. Patricia Pastrana-Mabanta / 1 PM - 6 PM
Dr. Arnel Quiambao / 2 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday
Dr. Roy Lawrence Paredes / 2 PM - 6 PM
Dr. Tisha Aninang-Protacio / 11 am - 5 pm
Thursday
Dr. Arnel Quiambao / 2 PM - 6 PM
Dr. Francis Joseph G. Villanueva / 2 PM - 6 PM
Friday
Dr. Emy Onishi-Limchoa / 2 PM - 6 PM
Saturday
Dr. Arnel Quiambao / 2 PM - 6 PM
Dr. Roy Lawrence Paredes / 11.30 AM - 1 PM