1. My Career
By: Avery Rajan

2. 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.

3. Duties
Four duties:
-Diagnoses 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.

4. 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.

5. Education Requirements
Medical Degree (4-6 Years) is required.
Yes there is very many co-op programs.
Recommended High School Classes:
-biology
-organic chemistry
-physics
-chemistry

6. Salary
Median Annual Salary: $308,868

7. 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.

8. Similar Occupations
I would consider being a psychiatrist, it seems interesting, but not as exciting as being a dermatologist.

9. 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 Group

10. 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:
- MD/DO degree from an accredited program
- Board certified in Dermatology
- Able to obtain medical license in the State of Oregon
- Three years of primary care practice experience; group practice preferred
- Managed care experience in physician group practice preferred
- Certification required in AHA-BLS