Industry: Medical
What is Dermatology?
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the skin and diseases of the skin. It is a specialty with medical and surgical aspects and involves the study, research and diagnosis of conditions and disorders of the skin, scalp, hair and nails. Cancers, cosmetic and aging conditions of the skin, fat, hair, nails and oral and genital membranes are aspects of dermatology.
Job Description
- Responsibilities of a dermatologist include evaluating patient skin conditions, screening for disease and offering skin consultations and diagnoses
- Prescribing medication for the treatment of skin conditions
- Performing non-intrusive medical surgeries and procedures on the skin
- Educating patients on proper skin health and preventive skin care
Eligibility and Courses
Class 12
Science with physics, chemistry and biology as core subjects
Under Graduate Courses
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
- B.Sc. in Dermatology
- Diploma in Dermatology
- Certificate Courses in Dermatology
Career Profiles
Top 5 Institutes for Dermatology courses
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Value for Money- 4.9/5
Bachelor Courses- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
Tenure- 5.5 years
Website: https://www.aiims.edu/
2. Institute of Medical Sciences, Benares Hindu University (IMS BHU), Varanasi
Value for Money- 4.9/5
Bachelor Courses- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
Tenure- 5.5 years
Website: https://www.bhu.ac.in/ims/
3. King George’s Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow
Value for Money- 4.6/5
Bachelor Courses- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
Tenure- 5.5 years
Website: http://www.kgmu.org/
4. Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Value for Money- 4.5/5
Bachelor Courses- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
Tenure- 5.5 years
Website: https://manipal.edu/kmc-manipal.html
5. Christian Medical College (CMC) Vellore
Value for Money- 4.4/5
Bachelor Courses- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
Tenure- 5.5 years
Website: https://www.cmch-vellore.edu/
Career Progression
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