Dermatology

country’s rising need for quality medical providers. There is a massive demand for dermatologists and there is an expected 14%-18% job growth for dermatology physicians and surgeons from 2012-2022. Future Opportunities (other related careers and promotion) Anesthesiologists can also try working as a locum tenens anesthesiologist. Locum tenens essentially means that a person temporarily stands in for another person, usually a cleric or a doctor. Some of the perks include: paid travel, housing, and living expenses plus higher than average pay. Locum tenens anesthesiologists can take short (just a few weeks) assignments or longer jobs (several months) in the setting of their choice. Trained dermatologists have the wonderful opportunity to do more than one activity at once. For example, many dermatologists may see patients in public hospital clinics and in private practices. Dermatologists can also act as consultants to other specialists, teach, and participate in clinical research if they’d like to. There are many branches in dermatology that may appeal to different people. Is there any chance of entrepreneurship or self-employment? No, as you need to be in a hospital setting to do your work. You can own your clinic, but that is the most you can do for self-employment and entrepreneurship. http://www.dermatology.ca/about/about-dermatology/what-is-a-dermatologist/ http://learningpath.org/articles/Dermatologist_Career_Overview.html…

A dermatologist is a doctor who specializes in treating conditions that affect the skin ,hair and nails. Dermatologists are very important individuals in our society that help us feel confident about the skin we live in and make sure that we stay healthy. The three points being covered will be their annual salary,the different diseases they help treat, and how long it truly takes to become a certified dermatologist. The annual salary of a dermatologist depends on the gender,a female…

As largest organ of the human body, the skin has abundant number of diseases. With the incidents of diseases, especially skin cancers, increasing, dermatology is one the most important specialties (Yusuf). However, more pressure is placed on medical students to become family medicine or emergency care physicians, as there are only 15,000 registered dermatologist in the United States (Dermatology). As an effect of low number of dermatologist in practice, medical students aren’t exposed to…

Like most of my colleagues, I entered medical school uncertain of specialty choice. However, I soon became interested in dermatology during my first rotation in the clinical years. It was my second week in internal medicine; the case was simple eczema with rash as it looks for me. The dermatology team came, from this presentation, they found out he had mycosis fungoides, and were able to confirm it with multiple skin biopsy. I was fascinated by their work, how they could diagnose and prevent…

After watching Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sandra Lee’s video on How to Become a Dermatologist, I have a full grip on what is expected of those who are pursuing the long course of specializing in medicine. Subsequently, she explains how one must go to college to earn a Bachelor’s degree at a four year university and to score well on the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) around their junior year of college. Then one must gain acceptance into an accredited Medical School to attend for…

Southlake Dermatology As the body's largest organ, the skin covers and protects you. It holds body fluids in, preventing dehydration and helps to regulate a consistent body temperature. The skin contains many nerve endings, allowing you to feel heat, cold, pain, itching, touch and other sensations. An important function the skin provides is as a barrier against the microbes that could cause infection. It is through your skin that sunshine enables your body to make vitamin D. Vitamin D is…

Dermatology Clinic: Questions and Answers Case 1 1. What is your diagnosis? This patient exhibits signs and symptoms of iatrogenic Cushing syndrome with steroid acne due to corticosteroid withdrawal. 2. What factors may have contributed to the disease? The chronic treatment with high doses of prednisone contributed to the patient’s Cushing syndrome. However, steroid withdrawal may have caused her recent skin flare around her trunk and extremities. 3. What is the treatment of choice for this…

If I were a gemstone I would be a diamond. Diamonds are known for never becoming dull despite what disasters they are put through. This reminds me of myself because at only 16 years old I was diagnosed with alopecia and told I was going to lose all of my hair and there was nothing I could do about. While I did have a depressed point in my life because of this, I now use this factor as ammunition and drive furthering me in my career path to become a Dermatology Physician Assistant. Aside from…

These experiences revealed what occupation I want to pursue. Dermatology has become a passion and career goal that I desire to strive for in the future. 2. Dermatologists specify in the treatment of diseases on the skin. This career regularly deals with diagnosing skin lesions, performing skin surgeries, and recording a patient’s health history (OK College Start.org). For example, many people go to a dermatologist to get moles removed because they are…

Have you ever had an embarrassing acne breakout? It is most likely that you have, because eight out of ten people have experienced a breakout in their lifetime ("Why"). If such a situation occurs trying to pop the acne is not the best way to get rid of it, and would likely cause scarring. Instead, see a dermatologist. Dermatologists help treat people with conditions of the skin, hair, and nails ("About Dermatology"). Helping people feel good about their appearance and health is something that…