Belo Medical Group officially launched The Scar Project, an initiative that brings together decades of medical expertise and a deep understanding of the emotional weight scars can carry. Held at The Estate in Makati, the event gathered media, advocates, and ambassadors to amplify a message long in the making: behind every scar is a story—and every story deserves healing.
Photo: Belo Medical Group
At the heart of this project is a mission 35 years in the making, “This initiative is the result of decades of researching the best treatments, assembling the best team of doctors, and truly listening to our patients,” said Dr. Vicki Belo. “Scars are some of the most difficult conditions to treat. But sometimes, life happens—and when it does, we want to be the experts you can count on. Not just to treat the scar, but to walk with you through the healing.”
Dr. Hayden Kho, Belo Medical Group Managing Director | Photo: Belo Medical Group
Dr. Hayden Kho, Belo Medical Group’s Managing Director, added perspective on why this project matters now more than ever, “This project is for those who feel stuck in the past because of the scars they see in the mirror every day. It’s for those who’ve done the inner work, but still carry the outer reminder of something painful. This is our way of giving back,“ he said.
Belo Medical Group is searching for seven individuals with visible scars and meaningful stories. These individuals will receive personalized care from a multi-specialty team—with the goal of restoring not just their appearance, but their confidence and sense of self.
Belo Ambassadors | Photo: Belo Medical Group
The media launch brought together project ambassadors Catriona Gray and Alden Richards, with support from Iza Calzado, Donny Pangilinan, Belle Daza, and Bianca Umali—all of whom lent their voices to the project’s powerful message. A panel discussion moderated by Korina Sanchez-Roxas offered deeper insight into the physical and emotional complexities of scarring. Joining Dr. Vicki Belo were Dr. Lutgardo Caparas Jr. (Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery), Dr. Dax Carlo Pascasio (Craniofacial Surgery), Dr. Gary Bunagan (Oculoplastic Surgery), and Dr. Joan Mae G. Perez-Rifareal (Psychiatry)—a few of the specialists from the team of doctors volunteering their expertise for this journey to healing.
Korina Sanchez-Roxas moderating the panel discussion at the launch of The Scar Project | Photo: Belo Medical Group
Belo Ambassadors and the team of Belo Medical Group doctors behind the Scar Project | Photo: Belo Medical Group
Each specialist spoke to the challenges in treating scars—both seen and unseen—and emphasized the importance of a collaborative, compassionate approach to healing.
A moving moment during the event came from the story of Rissan Mueslos, the personal driver of Piolo Pascual, who survived a traumatic facial accident. His doctor shared the stages of his recovery, serving as a real-life example of how advanced care and emotional support can transform a patient’s life.
Rissan Meuslos, Piolo Pascual’s personal driver who survived a facial accident. | Photo: Belo Medical Group
The Scar Project is a commitment to walk alongside those who carry their scars every day, offering not just treatment, but understanding. Applications are now open for those ready to share their story and begin their healing journey. Submit your stories at https://www.beloscarproject.com/. Follow The Belo Scar Project on Instagram and Facebook for more information.
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Hello po,..baka pede po ako…im 56 yrs old…i got my scar nun grade 1 pa po ako…nabangga po ako ng trycicle pumailalim ako kya po ngkaron ako ng scar
A blessed day to all of you, It’s my dream,and wish come true if I will be chosen as one of the luckiest patient undergo in your free medical and restoration of my scars from my arms up to my legs, since child I already have it, I can’t afford to do that hightect procedure in removing scars. I’m a single mom and my income not sufficient in our daily needs, but with the help of the Lord,We survived. That why I’m here grabbing that big apportunity your given. Praying and have faith that you are the way that God given to make my birthday wish and dreams make it possible.
Thanks you so much,and God bless in all aspect of your life.
Hello I would like to join this project for my daughter who has a port wine stain since birth. It suffered her for 14 years now. From bullying since she was a kid and now that she is a teenager. I hope we will be given a chance a to participate. Thank you!