Personal by design. Natural by principle.
What sets Meraki Apart
We don’t begin with a look. We begin with you. Meraki Esthetique is a facial aesthetic and facial plastic surgery clinic in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines, with a particular focus on rhinoplasty and facial aesthetic procedures. At Meraki, we believe aesthetic surgery should never begin with a template, a trend, or someone else’s idea of the perfect face. It begins by understanding you—what you want to change, what you want to preserve, and what matters to you. Every treatment plan brings your goals together with careful consideration of facial anatomy, proportion, function, and surgical possibilities. Because no two faces are the same, no two treatment plans should be exactly the same.
Individual, not templated
There is no predetermined Meraki nose, profile, or ideal. Each plan is developed around your individual anatomy, facial proportions, features, concerns, and goals.
Collaborative, with expert guidance
Your preferences help shape the direction of treatment. We bring the medical knowledge, surgical experience, and aesthetic judgment needed to determine what is appropriate and achievable for your face.
Natural by principle
Natural does not necessarily mean making the smallest possible change. A refinement may be subtle or significant. What matters is that the result integrates naturally with your features, proportions, and face. Every face deserves an individual answer.
Our Story
A different way of thinking about aesthetic surgery.
Meraki Esthetique was created from a simple belief: aesthetic surgery should not be about giving patients someone else’s face—or reproducing a surgeon’s preferred look.
It should begin with the person.
We envisioned a practice where patients could express what they wanted openly, understand what was possible, and participate meaningfully in decisions about their treatment while being guided by medical expertise, surgical judgment, and care.
The patient brings their vision. We bring our expertise. The plan emerges from both.
That belief became the foundation of The Meraki Method™ and continues to guide how we approach rhinoplasty and facial aesthetic surgery today.
Your vision. Our expertise. Designed together.
Meet The Expert
Joyce Anne Regalado-Go, MD, FPSOHNS
Facial Plastic Surgeon | Rhinoplasty & Facial Aesthetic Surgery
Dr. Joyce Anne Regalado-Go is an Otorhinolaryngologist–Head & Neck Surgeon with subspecialty training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and founder of Meraki Esthetique in Quezon City, Philippines.
Her practice has a particular focus on primary and revision rhinoplasty and facial aesthetic surgery, combining an understanding of facial anatomy, nasal structure and function, facial proportion, and aesthetic surgical planning.
Dr. Joyce has pursued specialized and continuing training in facial plastic and aesthetic surgery in the Philippines and internationally, continually refining her approach to Filipino and Southeast Asian facial anatomy.
Her philosophy is not to create the same recognizable result on every patient. Instead, she seeks to understand what each patient wants, assess what is anatomically and surgically appropriate, and develop the treatment plan together.
This philosophy forms the foundation of The Meraki Method™.
Licenses & Certifications
2021
Philippines Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Examination (Oral & Written) (Top 3)
Philippines
2011
Philippine Licensure Examination, License No. 120749
Philippines
2012
Basic Course in Occupational Medicine
Philippines
Professional Experience
2024
Fellow, Philippines Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
Philippines
2014 – 2020
ORL-HNS Resident
Amang’ Rodriguez Memorial Medical Center (ARMMC)
2009 – 2010
Externship Hospital Rotations
FEU-NRMF Medical Center, Rizal Medical Center, Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center, National Center for Mental Health, Philippine Orthopedic Center, Metropolitan Medical Center, United Doctors Medical Center, Fe Del Mundo Medical Center
2021
Diplomate, Philippines Society of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
Philippines
2018 – 2019
Chief Resident
Amang’ Rodriguez Memorial Medical Center, Marikina, Metro Manila
2007 – 2010
Doctor of Medicine
Far Eastern University Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation School of Medicine
Fellowship Trainings & Certifications
2026
Fellowship, Asan Medical Center
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Fellowship, Korean Advanced Asian Surgical Facelifting & Facial Rejuvenation
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Fellowship, Korean Advanced Breast Augmentation & Breast Lifting
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Mini Fellowship, Liposuction & Facial Fat Transfer Under Local Anesthesia
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Mini Fellowship, Korean Advanced Non-Surgical Facelifting using Aesthetic Injectibles
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Mini Fellowship, Non-Surgical Gynecology & Female Rejuvenation
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Mini Fellowship, Rhinoplasty & Bone Contouring
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Mini Fellowship, Advanced Hair Transplant & Restoration
Seoul, South Korea
2024
Cadaver Hands-On Master Class, Advanced Blepharoplasty: Suture and Incisional Technique
Singapore
2024
Irradiated Rib Rhinoplasty Course
Philippines
2024
Advanced Techniques, Facial Implants & Body Contouring Implants
Las Vegas, USA
2024
Hands-on Cadaver Course, Preservation Rhinoplasty
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
2024
Hands-On Cadaver Course, Facial Aesthetics: Deep Plane and Beyond
Portugal
2022
Fellowship, Facial Aesthetic Core of ENT Surgeons (FACES)
Philippines
Affiliations
2023 – Present
Member, Philippine Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (PAFPRS)
Philippines
2023-Present
Member, Pan Asia Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (PAAFPRS)
Philippines
2014-Present
Member, Philippine Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (PSO-HNS)
Philippines
Research & Publications
2023
Main Author, “Use of Sail Excision in Alar Morphology Modification of Asian Noses,” published in the Philippine Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
Published, Philippine Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, 2023
2021
Main Author, Prevalence of Olfactory Dysfunction Among COVID-19 Patients with Self-Reported Smell Loss Versus Objective Olfactory Tests: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Presented, PSOHNS Covid-19 Virtual Research Contest, 2020 (1st place)
Published, Philippine Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, 2021
2020
Co-author, Presumed Ophthalmic Artery Vasospasm after Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
Presented, Merseyside Interface Meeting, July 2020, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital NHS
Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
Published, Philippine Journal of Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery, 2020
2018
Main Author, Single-stage Transoral Cordectomy with Medialization Thyroplasty for Early stage (T1) Laryngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Case Report
Presented, 62nd PJO-HNS Annual Convention and IFHNOS, December 2018, Manila Hotel
Presented, PJOHNS Surgical Innovation Research Contest, 2020 (2nd place)
2017
Comparison of the Load-Bearing Capacity of Different Fixation Techniques for Repair of Simulated Simple Fractures of the Mandibular Body using Swine Scapula
Presented, Analytical Case Presentation, PJO-HNS, November 2017
2016
Transoral Core Needle Biopsy for Deep Masses of the Tongue Base
’Amang’ Rodriguez Memorial Medical Center Submitted, PJO-HNS, Philippines
Lecture & Speaking Engagements
2026
“Getting Started: Sail Excision For Alar Lift”
Speaker, Rhinobabe 2026
Jose B. Lingad Memorial General Hospital, San Fernando, Pampanga
2026
“CHIN AUGMENTATION”
Speaker, Facial Aesthetic Nexus 2026
Bayanihan Center, Pasig City
The People Behind Your Care
Personal care extends beyond the consultation and operating room. Our team supports each patient throughout their Meraki journey—from the first conversation with us through preparation, treatment, recovery, and follow-up care.
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