Dr. Vinson B. Pineda is renowned as “The Father of Philippine Dermatology” for being the first to introduce two celebrated dermatological advancements in the country , BOTOX and glycolic acid. Dr. Pineda has also earned this title with his unassailable research work on Minoxidil, a world-renowned hair restorer and Tretinoin, a proven solution for wrinkles and acne.
The VBP Group of Companies President and CEO is a University of the East Ramon Magsaysay graduate who passed the Medical Board Exam in 1964. From here, Dr. Pineda skyrocketed into his medical career with his knowledge and skills becoming a resident doctor of Mary Johnston Hospital, and eventually Assistant Professor at the University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Medical Center. He became a Fellow in several international societies (Dermatology and Dermatopathology) after his training at New York University.
Dr. Pineda humbly founded Dermclinic in 1971 in a small commercial space in downtown Manila to practice his training as a dermatologist. Through Dermclinic, Dr. Pineda has been able to introduce the idea of professional and reputable dermatological clinics be made accessible and available to all by pioneering the concept of mall-based clinics.