By Avery Rajan Dermatology Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the hair nails skin and its diseases A dermatologist deals with conditions of the skin and prescribes ointments for patients They also perform small medical procedures on patients skin ID: 262026
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My Career
By: Avery RajanSlide2
Dermatology
Dermatology is the branch of medicine dealing with the hair, nails, skin and its diseases
.
A dermatologist deals with conditions of the skin and prescribes ointments for patients. They also perform small medical procedures on patients skin.Slide3
Duties
Four duties:
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D
iagnoses
and
treats
the more than 3,000 diseases that affect the skin, hair, and nails
.
-Excisions and other procedures for removing skin
cancers.
-Injection of fillers and botulinum toxin to give patients a more youthful
appearance.
-Cryotherapy and other procedures to remove common skin growths such as warts and actinic
keratosis.
They do lots of hands on work. They must be flexible minded and probably don’t want a weak stomach. Slide4
Work Environment
Dermatologists primarily work out of a medical office. Most, if not all dermatological surgical procedures can be completed on an outpatient basis (in the office) as opposed to in a hospital. Dermatologists enjoy a fairly set schedule in addition to the other
perks. They
may work in a group with other dermatologists, or work alone, as a solo practitioner. Additionally, dermatologists may work as part of a group of physicians who practice a variety of specialties. Such medical groups are called multi-specialty medical groups.Slide5
Education Requirements
Medical Degree (4-6 Years
) is required.
Yes there is very many co-op programs.
Recommended High School Classes:
-biology
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organic chemistry
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physics
-
chemistrySlide6
Salary
Median Annual Salary: $308,868Slide7
Job Outlook
Dermatology is expected to grow from 2012-2022 by 18%.
No, the dermatology profession is HIGHLY competitive and only the top medical students get the spots in dermatology residency. Slide8
Similar Occupations
I would consider
being a
psychiatrist, it seems interesting, but not as exciting as being a dermatologist.Slide9
Job Opening
Title: Physician
,
Dermatology
Part Time Job
Pay is not listed on website
Seaside,
Oregon
The job has been posted for one week. (7 days)
Company Name: Providence
Medical GroupSlide10
Job Description/ Requirements
Job Description: Position
is part-time, three days per week. Great opportunity to practice general dermatology (no cosmetic or
Mohs
surgery) in a beautiful, unique, smaller community. Competitive
compensation.
Job Requirements:
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MD/DO degree from an accredited program
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Board certified in Dermatology
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Able to obtain medical license in the State of Oregon
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Three years of primary care practice experience; group practice preferred
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Managed care experience in physician group practice preferred
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Certification required in AHA-BLS