‘Everyone should age beautifully’: Dr. Montesa champions helping people feel their best

Dr. Anna Marie Montesa started her medical journey to help patients gain confidence. That personal mission evolved into Montesa Medical Group, now a growing lifestyle business offering specialized skin care, scar treatments, and age management therapies across Metro Manila.

Montesa earned her medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas. She trained in pediatrics at San Juan Medical Center before shifting her focus to dermatology and aesthetic medicine. She completed fellowships in Seoul and Bangkok, and studied anti-aging and functional medicine at the University of South Florida School of Medicine.

She holds fellowships from the Philippine Academy of Aesthetic Surgery, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and the Philippine Academy of Aesthetic and Age Management Medicine Inc.

Her clinics combine modern dermatological care with a lifestyle-centered approach. A fourth clinic is scheduled to open in SM North EDSA this July.

At its branch in The Manila Hotel, Montesa Medical Group offers a full range of dermatological and aesthetic services, including age management treatments, facials and body contouring procedures.

The Montesa Dermatology and Age Management Aesthetic Center in the celebrated The Manila Hotel is said to be the mostimpressive of all the group’s sites. Montesa, a meticulous physicianwho has been in aesthetic medicine for more than 20 years, is admired for her serene demeanour, on-the-floor leadership style, and personal touch with her patients.

The clinic, she said, was designed to be a place where cutting-edge dermatological care could be practiced in a setting conducive to restand discretion. A frequent face in the clinic, Montesaand her team routinely see patients directly and even steers treatment plans on her own. Its placement inside one of the country’s most iconic hotels has attracted clientele who appreciate top-notch care with alittle hint of luxury added in.

The clinic is equipped with advanced medical technology and serves both hotel guests and walkin clients. Its presence within the historic hotel provides a level of convenience and discretion that appeals to travelers and executives alike, offering a way to incorporate skin care and wellness into their stay without leaving the premises.

“This all started as a passion to help people enhance their confidence,” Montesa said. “We never imagined how many lives would be touched by our work. But as we listened to our patients, we realized that beauty isn’t just skin deep. It’s part of how people navigate the world.”

Montesa Medical Group offers age management programs and targeted scar removal treatments, including the Montesa Whitening Peel and the Mosaic Fractional Laser. These services are based on advanced Korean skin care technology and are tailored to each patient’s needs.

“We believe everyone should age beautifully,” Montesa said. “Not through extreme changes, but through refined, science-based solutions that preserve what makes each person unique.”

She said her clinics are designed to create a welcoming space for patients from all walks of life. Staff are trained not only in medical protocols but in providing care that feels “genuine and personal.”

“Many of our clients say they feel at home in our clinics,” she said. “It’s not just the technology that keeps them coming back. It’s the heartwarming smiles, the attention to detail, and how we treat every patient like family.”

Montesa said personal well-being can open doors in all areas of life, including relationships and careers. “Success in life is not only about skill and hard work,” she said. “How you feel about yourself matters. When you have healthy skin and a confident presence, the world responds to you differently.”

Montesa is now opening the business to franchising. She said the model is not simply about growth, but about partnering with individuals who share the company’s values. “We are looking for people who want to be part of something larger than a business,” she said. “This is a shared vision. We want franchisees who care about results, who care about people, and who believe in the value of confidence.”

She added that the company’s mission focuses not only on appearance but also on personal transformation and well-being. “Montesa Medical Group is not just a clinic. It’s a platform for transformation,” she said. “It’s about opening opportunities for people, helping them feel seen, strong, and ready to take on the world.”

Montesa said the loyalty of patients and dedication of employees form the foundation of the group’s success. “Everything we’ve built, we owe to the people who trusted us,” she said. “Our patients who come back year after year, our staff who go the extra mile, and our partners who believe in what we do. They are the real reason Montesa Medical Group is what it is today.”

Montesa Medical Group currently operates three branches located in key areas of Metro Manila: Tomas Morato in Quezon City, Ayala Malls Circuit in Makati, and inside The Manila Hotel. A fourth branch is set to open this July at SM North EDSA, further expanding the group’s reach and making its signature treatments more accessible to a wider market.

Franchise opportunities and treatment inquiries are available through the Montesa Medical Group’s official platforms.

Additional information about Montesa Medical Group’s services and franchise opportunities is available at www.montesamedicalgroup. com. Inquiries may also be directed to info@ montesamedicalgroup.com or by phone at 0917- Dr. Anna Marie Montesa 629-9671.