Cosmetic Dermatology is a branch of medicine that exclusively deals with the diagnosis and treatment of skin, nails and hair disorders and cellulite. It is an amalgamation of both medical and surgical aspects. An individual who is professionally trained in Cosmetic Dermatology is called a Cosmetic Dermatologist.
Personal Competencies
You like to help others
You pay attention to details while working
You like to analyse problems or situations
You enjoy Science
Entry Pathway
1. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor’s degree (MBBS)
OR
Complete a Bachelor’s degree followed by a Master’s in Dermatology or related subject
For admissions, you can appear for entrance exams such as NEET (National Eligibility Entrance exam) for MBBS, NEET- PG (Post Graduate Medical Entrance after MBBS), INI CET (National Importance Combined Entrance Test) for admission into MD (Doctorate of Medicine) Program
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
Where will you study?
This course is offered by the Department of Dermatology. This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government Institutes 1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi 2. King George's Medical University, Lucknow 3. Armed Forces Medical College, Pune 4. Institute of Medical Sciences Banaras Hindu University, Uttar Pradesh 5. Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi 6. Grant Medical College, Mumbai 7. Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai 8. Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
Private Institutes (Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC or MCI before applying) 1. Christian Medical College, Vellore 2. St Johns Medical College, Bangalore 3. Kasturba Medical College, Manipal 4. Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore 5. MS Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore 6. St Johns Medical College, Bangalore 7. KPC Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata 8. Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Delhi
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 20,000 - 12,00,000*
*(The above mentioned figures are approximate numbers. This will vary from Institute to Institute)
Scholarships & Loans
Scholarships
• National Scholarship Portal - Please visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different Departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes.* • Please visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI* • Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
Loans
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Department of Higher Education (Ministry of Human Resource Development) and Indian Banks Association (IBA) • Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc. • All banks give education loans
Where will you work?
Places of Work: Hospitals, Nursing homes, Medical Colleges, Government Research Institutes, Dermatology Clinics, Skin Care Clinics and Laser Treatment Clinics among others
Entrepreneurship: You can set up your own private practice
Work Environment: It is a desk job. You will need to handle a team of nurses and other medical staff. Local travel is not a part of this job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs are available. Hospitals and clinics usually work for 6 to 7 days. You are likely to work 9 to 10 hours 6 days a week. This may vary from clinic to clinic. Shift system may be available
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Expected Growth Path
Intern → Junior Dermatologist → Senior Dermatologist → Head of Dermatology Department
Expected Income
The approx. salary of a Cosmetic Dermatologist ranges between INR 52,083 - 158,333* and above per month
Dr. Chytra V Anand is a world-renowned celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist. She is the founder of Kosmoderma Skin Hair & Body Clinics, one of the leading chains of Medical Beauty. Having trained over 3,000 doctors in the field of Medical Beauty she is a role model for upcoming dermatologists and cosmetologists seeking successful careers. She has done her MBBS from JSS Medical College, Mysore, Master’s in Dermatology from King’s College, London.*
Cosmetic Dermatologist
NCS Code: 5142.0125 | HW0411. Complete 10+2 in the Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)
2. Complete a Bachelor’s degree (MBBS)
OR
Complete a Bachelor’s degree followed by a Master’s in Dermatology or related subject
For admissions, you can appear for entrance exams such as NEET (National Eligibility Entrance exam) for MBBS, NEET- PG (Post Graduate Medical Entrance after MBBS), INI CET (National Importance Combined Entrance Test) for admission into MD (Doctorate of Medicine) Program
Please check the duration of the course during enrolment
This course is offered by the Department of Dermatology.
This list of institutes is indicative only.
Government Institutes
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi
2. King George's Medical University, Lucknow
3. Armed Forces Medical College, Pune
4. Institute of Medical Sciences Banaras Hindu University, Uttar Pradesh
5. Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
6. Grant Medical College, Mumbai
7. Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai
8. Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
Private Institutes
(Please check if the institute is affiliated and accredited with UGC or MCI before applying)
1. Christian Medical College, Vellore
2. St Johns Medical College, Bangalore
3. Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
4. Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore
5. MS Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore
6. St Johns Medical College, Bangalore
7. KPC Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata
8. Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Delhi
Information on Institute rankings is available at - https://www.nirfindia.org/2022/Ranking.html
The approx. course fee ranges between INR 20,000 - 12,00,000*
*(The above mentioned figures are approximate numbers. This will vary from Institute to Institute)
Scholarships
• National Scholarship Portal - Please visit http://www.scholarships.gov.in. Under this portal there are Central Government schemes offered by different Departments, UGC/AICTE Schemes and State Schemes.*
• Please visit http://www.buddy4study.com for details on available scholarships. This is a gateway to scholarships starting from Class XI*
• Scholarships are also available in the Institutes based on merit*
*(Availability of these scholarships can vary from time to time)
Loans
• VidyaLakshmi, http://www.vidyalakshmi.co.in, is a portal for students seeking education loan. This portal has been developed under the guidance of the Department of Financial Services, (Ministry of Finance), Department of Higher Education (Ministry of Human Resource Development) and Indian Banks Association (IBA)
• Some states have student credit cards with low interest rates, for instance, West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, etc.
• All banks give education loans
Places of Work: Hospitals, Nursing homes, Medical Colleges, Government Research Institutes, Dermatology Clinics, Skin Care Clinics and Laser Treatment Clinics among others
Entrepreneurship: You can set up your own private practice
Work Environment: It is a desk job. You will need to handle a team of nurses and other medical staff. Local travel is not a part of this job role. Part-time work and contractual jobs are available. Hospitals and clinics usually work for 6 to 7 days. You are likely to work 9 to 10 hours 6 days a week. This may vary from clinic to clinic. Shift system may be available
Opportunities for work exist for differently abled in this field
Intern → Junior Dermatologist → Senior Dermatologist → Head of Dermatology Department
The approx. salary of a Cosmetic Dermatologist ranges between INR 52,083 - 158,333* and above per month
Source: https://in.talent.com/salary?job=dermatologist
*These figures are indicative and subject to change
Experts from the field
Dr. Chytra V Anand is a world-renowned celebrity Cosmetic Dermatologist. She is the founder of Kosmoderma Skin Hair & Body Clinics, one of the leading chains of Medical Beauty. Having trained over 3,000 doctors in the field of Medical Beauty she is a role model for upcoming dermatologists and cosmetologists seeking successful careers. She has done her MBBS from JSS Medical College, Mysore, Master’s in Dermatology from King’s College, London.*
Source: https://www.outlookindia.com/business-spotlight/five-best-dermatologist-who-are-changing-the-skincare-game-in-india-news-212233
*The above information is for training purposes only and will not be used for any commercial gains
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