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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Becoming an eye surgeon involves a clear and long-term academic path starting right after Class 12:
Step 1: Take Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in 12th.
Step 2: Clear NEET-UG and complete MBBS (5.5 years).
Step 3: Appear for NEET-PG and specialize in MS Ophthalmology.
Step 4: Optional fellowships in super-specialties post-MS.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
These three surgical roles differ in training, specialization, and types of procedures performed.
Aspect | General Surgeon | Plastic Surgeon | Cosmetic Surgeon |
|---|---|---|---|
Training | MS/DNB in General Surgery | MCh/DNB in Plastic Surgery | Usually Plastic Surgeons or Dermatologists |
Focus Area | Abdomen, hernia, appendix, etc. | Reconstruction, burns, trauma, aesthetics | Aesthetics: rhinoplasty, liposuction, Botox |
Surgery Type | Life-saving and general procedures | Reconstructive + Cosmetic | Elective cosmetic procedures |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Plastic Surgery training is rigorous, and aspirants often face academic, emotional, and physical challenges during their residency.
Managing high expectations in complex surgical cases.
Coping with long work hours, night shifts, and physical fatigue.
Balancing academic studies with clinical responsibilities.
Dealing with patient satisfaction, especially in cosmetic cases where expectations can be unrealistic.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
A neurosurgeon cannot directly become a plastic surgeon. For a change, one would have to undergo an MS or DNB in General Surgery and then MCh/DNB in Plastic Surgery.
It will be another 6–8 years, which is an unusual career change. It is wiser to be a bit more specialised in one's own branch of surgery.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, plastic surgeons can indeed do life-saving surgeries, especially in reconstructive surgery, trauma, and burns. They can salvage a limb, repair facial trauma, and reconstruct following cancer.
But emergency operations such as cardiac surgeries are beyond their expertise since they are not skilled to perform those. Their lifesaving operations are most often in reconstructive cases that are specialized.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, an MS Dermatology does not qualify for an MCh in Plastic Surgery. The eligibility route is MS or DNB in General Surgery.
Although non-surgical cosmetic treatments can be performed by dermatologists. The Plastic surgery involves more complicated surgical interventions that require a different postgraduate training background.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, you can't become a plastic surgeon unless you attend college. Plastic surgery is a very specialised field of medicine that includes formal education, clinical training, and licensure.
You are required to do MBBS, MS/DNB General Surgery and subsequently MCh/DNB Plastic Surgery from a reputable medical college or institute.
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