Doctorate of Medicine [MD] (Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology) Top Colleges, Syllabus, Scope and Salary

MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology: Career Prospects

There are lots of career opportunities in the field of MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology. A graduate in dermatology can seek career option in following areas such as in nursing homes, private or govt. hospitals, clinics and dispensaries.

A graduate student working as a private practitioner or in clinic helps them to gain the confidence and revenue. Experienced dermatologists can pursue rewarding careers abroad as the demand is increasing tremendously. A graduate professional can also apply jobs in foreign countries and work there.

At the initial stage the salary of dermatologists is ranging between INR 1.5  and 3 Lakhs per year but can increase up to 5 Lakhs INR per year with gain of experience. Their promotion prospects include becoming medical director or department head etc. In government hospitals the income is mostly based on the grade or pay scale.  Although dermatologists working in a private hospital also earn good remuneration. Dermatologists can make more money by having his /her own private clinic.

MD Dermatology degree holders working as skin specialists are in great demand these days and these professionals are hired as Dermatologists in private hospitals, nursing homes or government dispensaries. Down the line after attaining considerable experience, dermatologists can set-up their own clinic for treating skin diseases. Since the demand for dermatologists is increasing gradually, career prospects are bright abroad also.

A fresh postgraduate of MD Dermatology courses in a central government hospital can earn around INR 60,000 to 75,000 per month. A senior position such as Professor or Department Head or Director fetches around INR 1.5 lakh per month. In the private sector, the pay package entirely depends on the doctor’s proficiency as well as the number of man-hours spent on the practice, and is generally over INR 35,000- 40,000 per month. Besides that, degree holders can start their own clinic and can practice privately. Dermatologists make an excellent remuneration between INR1.5 lakhs- 3 lakhs per annum in the beginning which can go up to INR 5 lacs per annum with gain in experience.

Some of the popular professional avenues open to such graduates are listed below with the corresponding salaries offered for the respective positions.