FELLOWSHIP IN DERMATOLOGY
Discover the world of fellowship in dermatology, a practice-focused and advanced programme, this course is ideal for medical professionals who want to enhance their diagnostic skills, offering clinical training and expert guidance. Eligibility:
- MD and above Qualifications
- MBBS ( 4 to 5 year experience required )
Batch starts on
Jan to Dec/ May to June
Course Duration
12 Months
Multimodal Program
Hybrid Mode & Clinical Attachment
Flexible payment
financing options available
Program overview
The Fellowship in Dermatology offered by MGA Medical Global Academy is an extensive clinical residency for MBBS Doctors and health care professionals who would like to gain in-depth knowledge on medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology. This fellowship program will consist of both theoretical and practical learning and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of common and complex skin conditions, cosmetic surgery, laser surgery, dermatopathology, and dermatologic surgery. The students are trained in the latest dermatology methods such as dermatoscopy, cosmetic injections, PRP, laser resurfacing, hair transplants and skin rejuvenation techniques, with the mentorship of highly qualified experts. The program also emphasizes patient-centered care, research methodology, geriatric dermatology, cutting-edge oncology, autoimmune skin diseases, and pediatric dermatology to improve clinical accuracy and treatment efficacy.
What Skills You Will Gain
Proficiency in skin anatomy, dermatology diseases, diagnostic and clinical dermatology practices.
Knowledge of dermatoscopy, skin biopsy interpretation, dermatopathology and early detection of skin cancers.
Practical experience in dermatological procedures including laser, scar revision and non-surgical cosmetic surgery.
Botox, dermal fillers, PRP therapy, microneedling, chemical peels and advanced skin rejuvenation skills.
Understanding of the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, acne, rosacea, vitiligo and autoimmune skin disorders, as well as pigmentary disorders.
Clinical experience with pediatrics, neonatal skin disease and dermatology of systemic disease.
Melanoma, non-melanoma skin cancers, and understanding of the immunotherapy approaches.
Experience in dermatologic pharmacology, biologic therapies, immunodermatology and emerging treatment modalities.
Educational training on teledermatology, dermatology practice management, patient counseling, ethics and quality improvement in dermatology care.
Learning that is research oriented, in clinical trials, evidence-based dermatology, publication ethics and scientific writing.
Enhanced capability in the care of dermatology conditions in special populations (geriatrics, immunocompromised, and pregnant).
Career Outcomes After the Fellowship
Develop higher level skills in clinical dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and dermatologic surgery.
Practice in multispecialty hospitals, cosmetic clinics, dermatology centers, skin and laser clinics and academic institutions.
Improve employment prospects in aesthetic medicine, dermatology using lasers, hair replacement and anti-aging therapies.
Gain advanced knowledge and expertise in the diagnosis and management of challenging skin disorders and dermatologic emergencies.
Improve the level of professional recognition for cosmetic procedures, cutaneous oncology and advanced skin care management.
Enhance opportunity in clinical research and academia, dermatology teaching and evidence-based medicine.
Join multi-disciplinary health care teams treating medical, surgical and cosmetic dermatology patients.
Keep abreast of cutting edge dermatologic technologies, biologic therapies, laser innovations and minimally invasive procedures.
Extend professional development for one of the most sought-after and expanding healthcare specialties.
What you'll learn
Unveiling the Skin Canvas
Deciphering Dermatological Dilemmas
Patterns and Pathways
Emergencies and Beyond
Tools of the Trade
Tumultuous Tumors
Key Features
- Attending /Non-Attending Classes
- Clinical Training in Nearest Hospital/Clinics.
- Free Study Material with recorded lectures
- Best Faculties (Super Specialists) of India
5. Library Access & Question & Answer Session
6. NAAC A+ University
7. 1 Year of Mentorship
8. Updated Curriculum
Course Curriculum
- Clinical Diagnosis and Workup: Common and uncommon dermatologic diseases.
- Dermatoscopy: New methods of skin cancer early detection using dermatoscopic instruments.
- Histopathology and Dermatopathology: Intensive analysis of skin biopsy, immunohistochemistry, and molecular analysis.
- Teledermatology: Digital health and remote diagnosis in dermatology: best practice.
- Genetic Testing: Genetic testing in rare dermatologic disease.
- Mohs Micrographic Surgery: High-tech methods of removing skin cancer with minimum tissue damage.
- Laser Treatments: Fractional laser treatment Overview of laser in dermatology (fractional, CO2, pulsed dye lasers)
- Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery: Non-invasive cosmetic surgeries of the face (Botox, dermal fillers, PRP)
- Scar Revision: Future Strategies of hypertrophic scarring, keloids, and post-surgical healing.
- Dermatologic Emergencies: Dermatologic emergencies [surgical] management.
- Psoriasis and Eczema: Best practices in the management and biologic therapies.
- Autoimmune Skin Disorders: Systemic Lupus erythematosus, dermatomyositis and vasculitis.
- Cutaneous Lymphomas:Diagnosis, staging, and treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma.
- Pigmentary Disorders: Vitiligo, melasma, and other hyperpigmentation disorders
- Acne Vulgaris and Rosacea: Advanced therapy, systemic treatment, and new treatment.
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa: Multidisciplinary approach to the management of this chronic inflammatory skin disease.
- Routine Pediatric Dermatology: Eczema, impetigo, and atopic dermatitis.
- Genodermatoses: Epidermolysis bullosa and ichthyosis are genetic skin diseases in children.
- Neonatal Dermatology: Neonatal acne, dermatologic manifestations of systemic disease, birthmarks.
- Pediatric Dermatology: Dermatologic Manifestations of Systemic Conditions Rheumatic Disease, Metabolic Disease, and Genetic Syndrome.
- Laser Therapy in Pediatrics: Laser treatment of children, safe and effective.
- Skin Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention: Melanoma, basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
- Innovative Melanoma Management: Immunotherapy, targeted therapy and surgery.
- Non-Melanoma Skin Cancer: Prevention, surveillance and current treatment recommendations.
- Cutaneous Metastases: Syndrome and treatment of systemic cancer cutaneous involvement.
- Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy: Surgical indications and procedures of cutaneous oncology.
- Aesthetic Rejuvenation: Complex botox, Dermal fillers, and PDO thread lifts.
- Hair Restoration: PRP injections, scalp micropigmentation and hair transplant.
- Chemical Peels and Microneedling: Indications, procedures and patient selection.
- Improved Skin Resurfacing: CO2 laser, Radiofrequency and PRP micro needling.
- Patient Safety and Ethics: Dealing with patient expectations, informed consent, and ethics in cosmetic surgery.
- Dermatologic Research principles: data analysis, statistics interpretation and study design.
- Dermatology Advances: New drugs, gene editing, and Stem cell therapy.
- Dermatology Clinical Trials: Guide to regulations and clinical trials.
- Publication Ethics: Dermatologic research, such as peer reviewed journal writing and publication.
- Research Methodology: Systematic Reviews, meta-analysis and evidence based dermatology.
- Dermatology in Pregnancy: Safe Pregnancy and the Skin.
- Geriatric Dermatology: Skin alterations, treatment problems and management of chronic skin diseases.
- Skin Care in HIV, cancer and transplant patients: Dermatological problems of Immunocompromised patients.
- Ethnically diverse population: dermatology Dermatology: Ethnicity and skin management: addressing the skin and its diversity.
- Global dermatology: Tropical dermatology, neglected tropical diseases, and dermatologic care of underserved communities.
- Practice Management: Practice development and management, billing, coding, and patient circulation.
- Dermatology Leadership: Building leadership skills, mentoring and leadership in a dermatology team.
- Quality Improvement: Clinical pathway implementation and patient outcomes.
- In Dermatology Telemedicine: Theazinerman et al. (2019) inquire in the context of specialization in dermatology.
- Ethics and Legal Issues in Dermatology: Malpractice, informed consent and professional conduct.
- Immunodermatology: The pathogenesis of skin autoimmune diseases, pemphigus, pemphigoid, and bullous diseases.
- Cytokines and Immune Pathways: The contribution of cytokines in skin inflammation, allergy and hypersensitivity reactions.
- Biologic Therapies in Dermatology: The use of biologic in the treatment of psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, and chronic urticaria.
- Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma (CTCL): pathophysiology, diagnosis, and therapy with immunotherapies.
- Immunosuppressive Therapy: The best practices in the immunosuppressive therapy management in dermatology.
- Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics: Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics of drugs with respect to dermatology.
- Topical Therapies: Innovations, improved topical drug delivery, and delivery systems.
- Systemic therapies: Oral and Biologic medicines in the treatment of dermatology.
- Emerging Drug Therapies: Next generation: Gene therapy, small molecule inhibitor and gene therapy in dermatology.
- Adverse Drug Reactions: Diagnosing and treating drug-induced skin reactions, such as cutaneous adverse events of systemic drugs.
- Mechanisms of Skin aging: Cellular and molecular mechanisms of skin aging, including collagen degradation and oxidative stress.
- Dermatologic Conditions in aged persons: treatment of xerosis, actinic keratosis, basal cell carcinoma, and other prevalent diseases.
- Skin Diseases of Old Age: Skin disease in old age, seborrheic keratosis, senile purpura, aging and systemic diseases.
- Preventive Dermatology Aging Skin: How to stay healthier in your skin, sun protection, skin care, and advanced anti-aging treatments.
Geriatric Dermatologic Surgery: Use of Botox, fillers and lasers in older patients in non-invasive procedures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Doctors with an MBBS degree or higher medical qualification can apply for the Fellowship in Dermatology at Medical Global Academy. This programme is suitable for doctors who want to improve their understanding of clinical dermatology, skin disorders, hair conditions, nail diseases, and aesthetic dermatology while continuing their regular clinical practice and OPD patient care.
Doctors learn important dermatology concepts such as skin disease diagnosis, acne management, pigmentation disorders, fungal infections, eczema, psoriasis, hair fall assessment, nail disorders, and cosmetic dermatology basics. The programme also helps doctors improve differential diagnosis, treatment planning, OPD-based skin assessment, and clinical decision-making through case-based learning and structured academic sessions.
The Fellowship in Dermatology focuses on structured academic learning, clinical understanding, and case-based discussions. Where available, clinical observation and practical exposure can help doctors understand skin examination, dermatosis evaluation, dermoscopy basics, acne scar assessment, and common dermatology procedures more confidently. Doctors should check the latest course structure before admission to understand the current training format.
Yes, the programme is suitable for working doctors because it supports flexible learning through live classes, recorded sessions, guided study material, and structured academic support. Doctors can continue their medical practice while improving their understanding of common skin, hair, nail, and aesthetic concerns regularly seen in dermatology OPD and routine patient consultations.
No, a Fellowship in Dermatology does not replace MD or DNB Dermatology. It is a focused clinical learning programme designed to help doctors improve their understanding of dermatology, aesthetic care, chronic skin disease management, and patient counselling in routine practice. The fellowship can support skill development and clinical confidence, but it should not be considered equivalent to a postgraduate dermatology degree.