Founder, Owner & Medical Director
Dr. John Mark P. Pabona, MD FACP DAAAM ABIM
Your face is not a canvas for shortcuts—it is anatomy, artistry, and science combined. Every treatment is performed with precision, safety, and intention.
Physician Credentials
Board Certification
Board Certified, American Board of Internal Medicine
View Dr. Pabona’s certification record directly with the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Professional Fellowship
Fellow of the American College of Physicians
FACP is a peer-reviewed and peer-supported credential reflecting excellence and ongoing dedication within internal medicine.
Aesthetic Medicine Credential
Diplomate and Board Certified
American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM)
A Broader Medical Lens
Why Choose an Internist and Aesthetic Physician for Your Care?
As an Internal Medicine physician, Dr. Pabona is trained to understand how skin health, circulation, hormones, inflammation, and healing work together. Your aesthetic goals are evaluated within the context of your overall health, leading to safer treatments and more refined results.
Physician-Led Aesthetic Excellence
When you choose Dr. Pabona, you are placing your care in the hands of a board-certified Aesthetic and Internal Medicine Physician with advanced medical training, not a technician or volume-based injector.
Medical Expertise
Advanced Medical Expertise You Can Trust
Dr. Pabona brings years of experience in complex anatomy, vascular structures, and facial aging physiology—knowledge that goes far beyond weekend injection courses. His background allows him to:
- Minimize risks such as vascular occlusion and asymmetry
- Customize treatment plans based on your unique facial structure
- Deliver natural, refined, long-lasting results
This physician-level expertise matters—especially when it comes to injectables.
A Considered Approach
A Science-Driven, Individualized and Personalized Approach
There is no “one-size-fits-all” beauty here. Dr. Pabona designs each treatment plan using:
- Facial balance and proportion analysis
- Skin quality, collagen health, and aging patterns
- Long-term rejuvenation strategies—not quick fixes
No templates. No overfilling. Just intelligent design. The goal is not to change how you look, but to restore, enhance, and elevate your natural beauty.
Experience the Physician Difference at Embrace Eternal Beauty
- Medical expertise
- Artistic precision
- Ethical aesthetics
- Personalized care
- Elevated results
Because true luxury in aesthetics is knowing you are in the best hands.
Natural Results. Never Overdone
Luxury aesthetics should look effortless. Dr. Pabona is known for results that are:
- Subtle yet transformative
- Elegant, balanced, and age-appropriate
- Designed to preserve facial harmony
You will never leave looking “overfilled,” frozen, or artificial—only refreshed, confident, and radiant.
Safety Comes First—Always
Injectables are medical procedures. As a physician, Dr. Pabona:
- Understands and manages potential complications
- Uses only premium, FDA-approved and cleared products
- Applies strict medical protocols and sterile techniques
Your safety is never compromised for speed or volume.
World-Class Treatments in an Elevated Setting
At Embrace Eternal Beauty Aesthetics & Wellness, you receive:
- Physician-performed injectables
- Advanced aesthetic and regenerative treatments
- A private, refined, concierge-level experience
Every detail—from consultation to aftercare—is designed with intention, discretion, and excellence.
Professional Learning
Training, Education & Professional Exchange
A selection of Dr. Pabona’s professional education and international learning experiences.
Professional Background
Credentials, Education & Professional Memberships
Explore Dr. Pabona’s credentials, education and training, and professional and international society memberships.
Credentials
- Board certified, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Diplomate and Board Certified, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- Distinguished Fellow, American College of Physicians
- Licensed Physician in Arkansas, Pennsylvania, and the Philippines
- Physician-Scientist: Numerous peer-reviewed publications with 900+ citations
- International expert in the fields of Internal Medicine, Obesity, Aesthetics, Anti-aging, Molecular Endocrinology, and Cancer Biology
- Peer-reviewer of International Scientific Societies and Scientific Journal Publications, Journal of Molecular Histology, Springer Nature; BMC Women’s Health, Springer Nature; Journal of Nanobiotechnology, Springer Nature; Reproductive Biology & Endocrinology, Springer Nature; Molecular & Cellular Biochemistry, Springer Nature; BMC Cancer, Springer Nature; Endocrinology Journal
- International speaker:
- 5th Edition World Congress on Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. Vienna, Austria, July 2024
- 8th International Conference on Obesity and Chronic Diseases. London, United Kingdom, November 2024
- 7th Edition World Congress on Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Barcelona, Spain, June 2026.
- View International Recognition
- Educator:
- Serving as Research Director and Core Faculty in an Internal Medicine Residency Program based in Hot Springs, Arkansas, USA, with a focus on clinical research mentorship and graduate medical education.
- Professional Profiles:
Education & Training
- Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
- University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines
- Graduated with a research thesis entitled: “Marine resourcing for potential livestock feeds: benchmark studies on seagrasses and seaweeds.” In collaboration with the University of the Philippines Marine Science Institute and the Philippine Nuclear Research Institute. Published at the 38th Annual Convention for the Proceedings of the Philippine Society of Animal Science
- Doctor of Medicine
- University of the Philippines College of Medicine, Manila, Philippines
- Clinical Clerkship and Internship: Philippine General Hospital, Manila, Philippines
- Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship Training
- Arkansas Children’s Nutrition Center, Little Rock, Arkansas USA
- University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
- Field of study: Physiology and Biophysics, Molecular Endocrinology, Molecular and Cancer Biology, Obesity and Nutrition
- Under Mentorship of Professor Emeritus Dr. Frank A. Simmen, PhD, and Professor Emerita Dr. Rosalia CM. Simmen, PhD
- Publications at PubMed NIH-NCBI: PubMed NIH-NCBI
- Internal Medicine Residency Training
- New York City Health at Harlem Hospital Center, an affiliate teaching hospital of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, New York City, New York, USA
- Other Clinical rotations at New York Presbyterian Hospital, New York City, and Lincoln Hospital, Bronx, New York, USA
- Human Cadaver Course and Workshop Training
- Aesthetic Surgery and Laser Society (ASLS), Catholic Institute for Applied Anatomy, International Bioskills Education Center, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea
- Facial anatomy and dissection, Dermal fillers, and Threads
- Expert Human Cadaver Workshop and Seminar
- Aesthetic Medical Academy (AMA) and Japan Society of Aesthetic Surgery (JSAS)
- Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul South Korea
- Mastering Anatomy in Aesthetic Medicine
- Facial Anatomy and dissection, dermal fillers and threads
- Certificate Course, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM)
- Skin care, Chemical and Physical Peels, Neurotoxins, Dermal Fillers, Lasers (skin resurfacing, photorejuvenation, tattoo removal, etc.), IPL
- Diploma Course, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM)
- Microneedling, PRP/PRF, Facial Anatomy, Pain management, Sclerotherapy, Cosmetic Dermatology, Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures, Advanced Neurotoxin Techniques, Advanced Dermal Fillers Techniques
- Rebranding with Masters, Aesthetic Surgery and Laser Society (ASLS)
- Dermal fillers, Biostimulators, PDO threads, etc., Seoul, South Korea
- Master Course in Threadlifting and Atelocollagen Skin Boosters
- N-COG PDO Threads and ColShine Collagen Skin Boosters, Manila, Philippines
- MINT PDO Thread Training
- Advanced PDO thread techniques for non-surgical facial lifting, contouring, and rejuvenation, Seoul, South Korea
Professional and International Society Memberships
- American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
- American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
- American Medical Spa Association
- American College of Physicians
- American College of Chest Physicians
- American Medical Association
- American Society for Nutrition
- Arkansas Medical Society
- The Endocrine Society
- IMCAS Academy International
Recognition & Contribution
International Recognition & Academic Contributions
In addition to his role as founder and medical director of Embrace Eternal Beauty, Dr. Pabona contributes to academic and professional medicine through international speaking and peer review.
International speaker
- 5th Edition World Congress on Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism. Vienna, Austria, July 2024
- 8th International Conference on Obesity and Chronic Diseases. London, United Kingdom, November 2024
- 7th Edition World Congress on Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Barcelona, Spain, June 2026.
- View International Recognition
Peer reviewer
- Journal of Molecular Histology, Springer Nature
- BMC Women’s Health, Springer Nature
- Journal of Nanobiotechnology, Springer Nature
- Reproductive Biology & Endocrinology, Springer Nature
- Molecular & Cellular Biochemistry, Springer Nature
- BMC Cancer, Springer Nature
- Endocrinology Journal
For professional honors and editorial features, view Awards & Recognition.
Questions Before You Book
Patient FAQ
Why does seeing an Internist matter for injectables?
Because aging, skin health, circulation, and healing are medical processes. An Internist understands the full picture—not just where to inject.
Are injectables medical procedures?
Yes. They involve blood vessels, nerves, and tissue response. Physician oversight significantly improves safety.
Will my results look natural?
Absolutely. Dr. Pabona prioritizes balance, subtlety, and facial harmony—never overdone results.
A Thoughtful Next Step
Embrace the Physician Difference
Because true luxury in aesthetics is knowing you are in the best hands.