The Dermatopathology Society of the Philippines (DSP-PDS) held its General Assembly and Oath-Taking Ceremonies on January 28, 2025. The event showcased the society’s milestones, welcomed new members, and celebrated the induction of its new set of officers for the term 2025-2026.
The ceremony commenced with an invocation led by Dr. Maria Franchesca S. Quinio-Calayag, MD, FPDS, FDSP. This was followed by the warm welcome remarks of Dr. Daisy King Ismael, MD, FPDS, FDSP, who assumed office as the new President of DSP-PDS for 2025-2026. One of the key moments of the assembly was the Oath-taking of the DSP-PDS Board of Trustees for 2025-2026, officiated by PDS President Dr. Jasmin Jamora and outgoing DSP President, Dr. Eileen Cubillan. This was succeeded by the Oath-taking of New Diplomates, administered by Dr. Daisy King Ismael in her capacity as the Chair of the Board of Examiners 2024, Philippine Board of Dermatopathology together with Dr. Claudine Yap Silva. The new diplomates inducted were:
- Dr. Marian Caligayahan
- Dr. Erickah Dy-Calayag
- Dr. Rahina Galvez
- Dr. Zacaria Pario, Jr.
- Dr. Aizlynn Robledo
The event also marked the Oath-taking of New Fellows, presided over by Dr. Maria Katherina Lat-Herrin, MD, FPDS, FDSP, Chair of the Membership Committee. The new fellows inducted were:
- Dr. Riza Milante-Taruc
- Dr. Len Cabaclang-Balmores
- Dr. Catherine Go-Teodosio
These ceremonies highlighted the society’s commitment to fostering excellence and professional growth within the field.
Dr. Eileen Liesl A. Cubillan, MD, FPDS, FDSP, the outgoing President (2023-2024), presented the 2024 Accomplishment Report, reflecting on the society’s achievements and milestones over the past year. This was complemented by the Treasurer’s report delivered by Dr. Mara P. Evangelista-Huber, MD, FPDS, FDSP, providing a comprehensive overview of the financial health and activities of the organization. A highlight of the event was the formal Induction of New Officers for the 2025-2026 term:
A highlight of the event was the formal Induction of New Officers for the 2025-2026 term:
- President: Daisy King Ismael, MD, FPDS, FDSP
- Vice President: Johannes F. Dayrit, MD, FPDS, FDSP
- Secretary: Claudine Yap Silva, MD, FPDS, FDSP
- Treasurer: Andrea Bernales-Mendoza, MD, FPDS, FDSP
- Public Relations Ofcer (PRO): Maria Franchesca S. Quinio-Calayag, MD, FPDS
These dynamic leaders are set to steer DSP-PDS towards new horizons, with a vision of advancing dermatopathology practice, education, and research in the Philippines.
The event was graced by the presence of distinguished guests, including Past Presidents Dr. Gina Pastorde, Dr. Arnelfa Paliza, and Dr. Eileen Cubillan. Adding to the honor of the occasion was the presence of Dr. Jasmin Jamora, President of the Philippine Dermatological Society (PDS).
The assembly concluded with heartfelt Closing Remarks by Dr. Johannes F. Dayrit, MD, FPDS, FDSP, emphasizing the society’s commitment to professional growth, collaboration, and excellence.
The 2025 General Assembly and Oath-Taking Ceremonies underscored the DSP-PDS’s vibrant community spirit, its dedication to dermatopathological excellence, and the seamless transition of leadership that will continue to uphold the society’s mission and values.
Induction of New Diplomates:
(L-R) Dr. Zacaria Pario Jr, Dr. Rahina Galvez, Dr. Marian Caligayahan, Dr. Aizlynn Robledo, Dr. Erickah DyCalayag, Dr. Daisy King-Ismael (President), Dr. Claudine Yap-Silva (Secretary)
Induction of New Fellows:
(L-R) Dr. Len Cabaclang-Balmores, Dr. Catherine Go-Teodosio, Dr. Riza Milante-Taruc, Dr. Maria Katherina Lat-Herrin (Membership Committee Head)
2025-2026 DSP Officers with DSP Past Presidents and Current PDS President
(L-R) Maria Franchesca S. Quinio-Calayag, MD, FPDS (PRO), Johannes F. Dayrit, MD, FPDS (Vice President), Eileen Liesl A. Cubillan, MD, FPDS (Outgoing President, 2023-2024), Daisy K. Ismael, MD, FPDS (President), Georgina C. Pastorde, MD, FPDS (Past President), Arnelfa C. Paliza, MD, FPDS (Past President), Maria Jasmin J. Jamora, MD, FPDS (PDS President),Claudine Yap Silva, MD, FPDS, FDSP (Secretary), Andrea Bernales-Mendoza, MD, FPDS, FDSP (Treasurer)
