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Medical Career of the Day: Dermatologist


Welcome back to my blog! Today's post is going to be another medical career of the day. (Last medical career of the day was an orthopedic surgeon. If you didn't read that yet, check it out.) Moving on, today's medical career is a dermatologist.
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Image result for dermatologistA dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in dealing with the largest organ of the human body: the skin. They diagnose and treat skin disorders such as: acne, psoriasis, eczema, etc. These doctors advise their patients on attaining smooth and healthy skin. Not only do dermatologists diagnose, treat and prevent skin diseases, but they also treat, prevent and diagnose hair and nail diseases.
Educational Requirements
~Dermatologists must acquire a bachelor's degree, taking courses in English, math, inorganic and organic chemistry, physics and chemistry. 

~During the first two years of med school, dermatologists study anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pathology and medical ethics. Dermatologists use the last two years of med school working with hospital patients under the supervision of doctors.

~After med school, dermatologists have a 1 year internship.

~After their 1 year of internship, dermatologists spend their last three years of education in residency. 

Qualities of a Great Dermatologist
~Effective communication skills
~Patience
~Desire to help others
~Ability to work long hours
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What do you think of dermatology? Is it a medical career you would want to pursue? If so, contact me, and I'll give you more details on the career.

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