Aesthetic medicine shouldn’t be all about luxury and beauty. It could simply just be self-love.

At Glimmer MD, we believe beauty isn’t about changing who you are — it’s about recognizing and honoring the small, powerful moments when you feel most like yourself. Inspired by the therapeutic concept of glimmers — those fleeting sparks of joy, calm, and self-recognition — our clinic was built to help you rediscover those moments through intentional, personalized aesthetic care.

Founded by a physician who deeply values science, safety, and self-love, Glimmer MD exists to shift the narrative around beauty and incorporate it more into self-love. Here, aesthetic treatments are not about hiding flaws, but about helping you move forward on your self-care journey — in your own time, in your own way, and always with professional guidance.

All of our treatments are doctor-led, combining medical expertise with artistry to ensure every procedure is not only effective, but aligned with your comfort, wellness, and long-term health. Whether you’re seeking a subtle refresh, a transformative journey, or just a space where you feel seen and heard, we’re here for you.

This is more than a clinic.

It’s a space for healing, confidence, and choosing yourself again and again.

Welcome to Glimmer MD.

You bring the spark. We’ll help it shine.

glimmer

/ glim • mer /

(1) micro moments of joy

(2) a small passing moment that gives you a rush of happiness, joy, and peace

(3) a glimpse of yourself in the mirror; accidentally having your front camera open; seeing your reflection on your laptop screen while working

Meet Our Doctor

Dr. Ken San Juan

Our founder, Dr. Alyssandra Ken Mari M. San Juan, obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from the University of the Philippines Diliman and is a proud graduate as a Doctor of Medicine from the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila. She finished her postgraduate internship at the Ospital ng Maynila Medical Center, a highlight of which is being chosen to be one of two interns to join the Minimally Invasive Facial Aesthetic Surgery (MIFAS) Course in 2021. After passing the Physicians’ Licensure Exam in October 2022, she pursued Aesthetic Medicine under the tutelage of several leaders in the field, including trainings, certifications, and membership in the Aesthetic Medicine Institute conducted by Dr. Oro Ricardo Quinones, the International Institute of Wellness and Aesthetic Medicine taught by Professor Doctor Rama Morthy, and the residency training/mentorship under Dr. Emehly Sevilla of Vine Aesthetics. As an adjunct to her aesthetic specialty, she is also an associate member of the Philippine Society of Orthomolecular Medicine under the guidance of Dr. Homer Lim.

Aside from Aesthetic Medicine, she also trained under the Philippine College of Occupational Medicine to become an Occupational Physician, which she has applied in several schools and companies to date. Having been a graduate of one of the top-performing medical schools in the country with a focus on community-centered care, she has mastered compassionate and collaborative care with her patients, as well as educating them to take charge of their health to achieve their health and aesthetic goals.

She believes that health is holistic—a reflection of both the physical and emotional self. To her, caring for all the factors that affect our well-being shouldn’t be a luxury; it’s a necessity. After witnessing how intimidating or inaccessible healthcare can be, she envisioned a space where patients feel truly safe: no judgment, no pressure, and no gatekeeping — even for care that some might label as “optional.”

We live in a time that celebrates self-care, personal growth, and balance—yet harmful beauty standards, social stigma, and unrealistic expectations still hold many people back. Her response to this? Empowerment. As a medical doctor and advocate for mental health, she understands how self-love and confidence can radically improve a person’s life.

With this in mind, she created Glimmer MD—a clinic that brings together her medical expertise, artistic eye, and passion for accessible healthcare and empowering others. Every treatment is an invitation to reconnect with yourself, in a space where you don’t need to perform, explain, or prove anything.

Dr. Ken’s goal is simple: to be the kind of doctor patients can be completely themselves with—no facades, no pressure, and most importantly, no feelings of inadequacy. While self-acceptance is the ideal, she also knows that insecurities can linger—and sometimes, they get in the way of how we show up in the world. That’s where her care comes in: not to change who you are, but to partner with you in becoming the version of yourself you already envision as your most radiant.

Because at Glimmer MD, it’s never about doing something to you — it’s about doing something with you.

Our Core Values.

Integrity

We are dedicated to providing service with uncompromising integrity in all aspects while still conveying the appropriate information to our patients.

Quality & Safety

As licensed professionals, we utilize appropriate yet effective methods and procedures in a safe manner using evidence-based techniques.

Adaptability

We collaborate with our patients through to achieve their goals, including adjust to circumstances in consideration of each person’s contexts and needs.

Growth

In any and all ways, growth inside and outside the company is encouraged and celebrated, including the steps taken towards its achievement and in moving forward with our mission.

Our Clinic

Glimmer MD Medical and Aesthetic Clinic was established in April 2024 with its clinic based in Manila City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

With our goal to empower patients to take charge of their health with the guidance of a licensed medical doctor trained in both Occupational Medicine and Aesthetic Medicine, we offer a wide range of services encompassing medical and aesthetic concerns, alongside continuous integration of innovations and advances in technology in the fields relevant to our clinic’s services.