Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) Dermatology

Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) Dermatology  Details

Post Graduate Diploma (PGD) in Dermatology is a 2-year course. The PG qualification is for MBBS graduates who want to acquire in-depth knowledge on dermatology, venereology and leprosy. It is a strong diagnostic and therapeutic programme with some focus on aesthetic dermatology, dermatosurgery and dermatopathology.

PGD Dermatology is the course of choice for medical graduates seeking an accelerated, convenient and affordable substitute to MD Dermatology. MD Dermatology is a full Master’s Degree while PG Diploma imparts concentrated clinical training that equips doctors to treat as dermatologist consultants in various settings, including clinics, hospitals, cosmetic centers and primary health welfare communities.

Many people experience dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, vitiligo, acne-related problems, fungal skin infections, bacterial skin diseases, sexually transmitted skin diseases, pediatric cases, pigmentary disorders and scalp problems as well. Such cases are dealt with practices such as, chemical peels, cryotherapy (liquid nitrogen), biopsies, simple lasers (like I2YP and ND YAG) PRP therapy and electrosurgery depending on the infrastructure of the facility.

In metropolitan cities such as Bangalore, the need for dermatology and cosmetic treatments are growing by leaps and bounds, which is why there is no better career accelerator than PGD Dermatology. The curriculum is planned with a mix of theoretical learning, clinical OPD training, case discussion, emergency dermatology management and lab based diagnostic interpretations.

PGD Dermatology graduates can start their private practice, join a multi-specialty hospital, opt for a career in cosmetic center and pursue higher specializations with fellowships in cosmetology / dermatosurgery / trichology.

Course Highlights

PGD Dermatology Syllabus

Core Subjects