Dermatology Career Guide: Roles, Salary & Future Scope

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The various job profiles are Dermatologist, Consultant Dermatologist, Assistant Cosmetologist, Skin Specialist, Dermatology Consultant, etc.
Top colleges are AIIMS Delhi, CMC Vellore, KMC, St. John’s National Academy of Health Sciences, JIPMER Puducherry, etc. The salary offered at entry-level between Rs. 7 - 10 LPA, for mid-level profiles Rs. 15 - 20 LPA and for senior-level profiles Rs. 25 - 40 LPA.
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Job Profiles |
Description |
Average Salary (in INR) |
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Dermatologist |
A dermatologist is a medical specialist in the field of dermatology who deals with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the hair, skin, and nails |
10 LPA |
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Consultant Dermatologist |
Anyone who is experiencing skin issues or is worried about them can benefit from consulting with a consultant dermatologist |
10 LPA |
| Cosmetic Dermatologist |
Specializing in aesthetic treatments, including Botox, fillers, chemical peels, laser therapies, and other cosmetic procedures aimed at improving skin appearance. |
10 LPA |
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Assistant Cosmetologist |
Hair stylist assistants welcome clients, assist hair stylists with all chores, and shampoo and style clients' hair |
1.1 LPA |
| Dermatopathologist |
Professionals specializing in diagnosing skin diseases by examining tissue samples microscopically. They work in labs and collaborate with dermatologists for accurate diagnoses. |
10 LPA |
| Pediatric Dermatologist |
Focuses on diagnosing and treating skin conditions specific to infants, children, and adolescents, pediatric dermatologists cater to the unique dermatological needs of younger age groups. |
10 LPA |
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Skin Specialist |
Dermatologists are trained medical professionals who focus on identifying and treating diseases of the skin, hair, nails, and mucous membranes |
9 LPA |
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Dermatology Consultant |
A dermatologist who specialises in the identification and management of various skin, hair, and nail disorders is known as a consultant dermatologist |
10 LPA |
| Dermatology Researcher |
Engaged in scientific research focused on understanding skin diseases, developing new treatments, or studying the causes and effects of dermatological conditions. |
10 LPA |
Note: The salary data has been sourced from Ambitionbox.com.
Dermatology Jobs: Top Recruiters
Candidates can check top recruiting companies in the table below.
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Hospitals |
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AIIMS |
Safadrjung Hospital |
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital |
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Apollo Hospitals |
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital |
Nanavati Hospital |
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Enhance Clinics |
Gorzeous Looks Cosmetic |
Fortis La Femme, |
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Artemis Hospital |
Apollo Gleneagles Hospital |
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital |
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Dermatology Jobs: Core Sectors
Candidates can look at the table below to learn more about the top recruiters in the market for Dermatology graduates.
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Top Industries |
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Hospitals (Government and Private) |
Cosmetic Clinics |
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Research Institutes |
Pharmaceutical Companies |
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Top Dermatology Colleges for Placements
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College Name |
Average Package (in INR) |
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20 LPA |
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10.51 LPA |
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15.6 LPA |
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15.6 LPA |
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9 LPA |
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20 - 24 LPA |
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7.8 - 10.2 LPA |
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21.6 LPA |
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13.21 LPA |
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