DeviceVerify

Many clinics advertise branded energy-based devices (lasers, radiofrequency, ultrasound). DeviceVerify records what has been independently documented about a device at a specific branch, across three independent dimensions:

• Device authenticity
• Philippine FDA regulatory documentation
• Maintenance / service documentation

Each dimension has its own status. A device can be manufacturer-confirmed for authenticity while its FDA documentation is still “Not assessed”.

Statuses

Manufacturer-confirmed — The manufacturer or its authorised representative confirmed this item in writing to DermFinder PH reviewers.

Documents reviewed — DermFinder PH reviewers examined supporting documents. This is not manufacturer confirmation.

Clinic reported — Information was supplied by the clinic and has not been independently verified.

Verification pending — A verification request is in progress.

Not assessed — DermFinder PH has not assessed this item. Not assessed is not a negative finding.

Review workflow

1. Submission received from the clinic (serial numbers, invoices and service records stay private)
2. Reviewer examines documents
3. Correspondence with the manufacturer or authorised distributor, where possible
4. Device identity confirmed
5. Device linked to the specific branch
6. Reviewer decision on each dimension, documented
7. Publication
8. Re-verification scheduled (typically 12 months)

What we never do

• We never authenticate devices automatically or from photos alone.
• We do not label devices as “fake” or “counterfeit” on public pages. Concerns go through a confidential process with documented review and legal oversight.
• Payment never affects a device status.

Have a concern about a device? Make a confidential report. Clinic owners can submit devices for review.

DermFinder PH is not the Philippine FDA. Regulatory statuses describe documents we reviewed, not official FDA determinations.