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Members
in the News Dr. Kara Melissa T. Torres at

GMA 7’s Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho

and at Clinica Flavier show

Dr. Kara Melissa T. Torres was invited to guest at the TV show GMA 7’s Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho last September 1, 2019
to talk about tattoo removal. Dr. Torres discussed on the different modalities in removing tattoo ink particles in the
dermis but primarily focused on laser utilization. She also emphasized the danger of “do-it-yourself” home remedies
that some patients resort to; various modalities which could potentially lead to severe complications ranging from
scarring to sepsis and death. This discussion highlighted the importance of seeking professional consultation with a
PDS board-certified dermatologist.

More than a month later on October 24, 2019, in celebration of World Psoriasis day, Dr. Kara Melissa T. Torres,
alongside Mr. Joseph De Guzman, president of PsorPhil, appeared on TV 5’s Clinica Flavier. With a main goal of
increasing public awareness on psoriasis, they discussed various triggers, as well as therapeutic and non-therapeutic
options for the disease. They invited the audience to join the annual Psoriasis Walk, the largest gathering of patients
and dermatologists for psoriasis in the country, held on Sunday, October 27, at the San Andres Sports Complex, Manila.

Editor’s note: Increasing public awareness on dermatological conditions and treatment options prevents the spread of misconception and potentially
dangerous ‘at-home’ remedies. PDS members on TV who educate the public on both the disease and the role of the dermatologist in management
help us continue to be the #DermAuthority!

32 SKINCONTACT • Volume 16 Number 65 • December 2019