FILIPINO dentist Dr. Jonas Apostol was recently named as the first-ever “Dentist of the Year” by Xpedition, the homegrown, Dubai-based international luxury lifestyle magazine.
Breaking new ground, Expedition Middle East, Dubai’s leading luxury, travel, lifestyle and fashion magazine, named its top Filipino awardees, hosting its inaugural gala, XAGA ( Expedition Annual Gala Awards), in Manila, aligning with its first tri-cover issue showcasing premier content creators from the global Filipino brand, KUMU.
Among the honorees this year, Dr. Jonas Apostol stands out for his groundbreaking contributions to the dental industry, earning him the XAGA Excellence Award in Dentistry and Innovation. He owns Apostol Dental Cosmetic Center in Makati City.
“This accolade holds profound significance for me and the dental sector in the Philippines,” Dr. Apostol expressed in receiving the award. “Being recognized by Xpedition, a champion for Filipino excellence in diverse arenas such as entertainment, medicine, business, culinary, and fashion, is a profound honor. I am truly privileged to join this distinguished roster of talents.”
Discussing the award and Dr. Apostol’s recognition, Josh Yugen, publisher and editor-in-chief of Xpedition remarked, “It fills me with immense pride to spotlight Filipino excellence through our Dubai-based magazine for the first time. Dr. Apostol’s unparalleled achievement, as the first Filipino to obtain a Master’s Degree in Esthetic Dentistry (MED) from J.W. Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany, epitomizes the potential and prowess of Filipino professionals.
“His contributions are a beacon for the dental industry and a source of inspiration for future generations of Filipino leaders and innovators. We are committed to uncovering and celebrating stories of extraordinary Filipino talents like Dr. Apostol, shining a light on their achievements worldwide.”
The previous recipients of its top awards are Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach and Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, to name a few.
