What is a Dermatologist

A dermatologist is a physician who is trained to evaluate and treat children and adults with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, hair, nails and adjacent mucous membranes.A dermatologist has had additional training and experience in the following

The diagnosis and treatment of skin cancers, melanomas, moles, and other tumors of the skin. 

The management of contact dermatitis and other inflammatory skin disorders. 

The recognition of skin biopsies. 

Surgical techniques used in dermatology.

Dermatopathologist

A dermatopathologist is an expert in the microscopic diagnosis of diseases of the skin. This is the examination and interpretation of specially prepared tissue section, cellular scrapings, and smears of skin lesions by means of light microscopy, electron microscopy, and fluorescence microscopy.

What do dermatologists do

Dermatologists usually combine several activities. Dermatologists perform skin surgery in many situations 

To prevent or provide early control of disease, mostly remove skin cancer. 

To improve the skin’s appearance by removing growths, discolourations, or damage caused. 

How to get an appointment with a dermatologist 

When symptoms of skin disease appear, arrange to see a dermatologist as soon as possible. Some dermatologists prefer that you are referred by your general practitioner but many will see you byself referral.

How to become a dermatologists 

Most careers in the medical field, becoming a dermatologist requires a significant amount of education. A dermatologist must earn a bachelor’s degree and attend medical school. Once he or she finishes medical school they will need to participate in an internship for at least three years. 

How to become a dermatologists (part 2)

All dermatologists receive training in medical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology, surgical dermatology, and dermatopathology. Most choose to participate in additional training in order to gain expertise in more specific areas of dermatology, such as pediatrics, surgery or cosmetics, and some choose to open their own practices where they treat patients with different kinds of skin concerns.

surgical dermatology

A dermatologic surgeon is a certified physician who specializes in skin surgery. Their focus is on the health of your skin...from heat to toe. The dermatologist treats the diseases that affect the skin, hair and nails through surgical procedures. Such as the removal of skin cancer.