Department of Dermatology

• Clinical Expertise & Reasoning:
  • Mastery of Diagnosis: Perform thorough, oriented history-taking and physical examinations to identify common and rare dermatological disorders.
  • Management Planning: Formulate reasonable differential diagnoses and select appropriate diagnostic tests and treatments based on detailed knowledge of drug indications and toxicity.
  • Technical Proficiency: Demonstrate advanced skills in skin surgery, laser therapy, phototherapy, and specialized wound care.
• Scientific & Research Skills:
  • Research Design: Participate in clinical trials and laboratory research, with the ability to identify research ideas and collect, analyze, and present data for publication.
  • Critical Evaluation: Critically read and analyze published research to find its clinical application and validity in practice.
• Professionalism & Ethics:
  • Ethical Practice: Uphold high ethical standards in the practice of dermatology and venereology.
  • Communication: Effectively communicate findings both verbally and in writing with patients and the broader healthcare team.
  • Continuous Development: Commit to lifelong learning and the continuous professional development necessary for high-standard care.
• Community Health & Leadership:
  • Health Promotion: Engage with the community to promote skin health and prevent diseases.
  • Educational Leadership: Educate themselves and others in the field, preparing for leadership roles in academia or clinical practice.

Bachelor degree in Medicine or equivalent from recognized program.

First Year – Residency Level 1 (R1): Foundational Medicine

DERM101 – Basic Medical Sciences Rotation – 1 Month
IM101 – Internal Medicine Rotation – 6 Months
PED101 – Pediatrics Rotation – 3 Months
PS101 – Plastic Surgery Rotation – 2 Months

Second Year – Residency Level 2 (R2): General Dermatology

DERM201 – General Dermatology Clinics – 6 Months
DERMPATH201 – Dermatopathology – 3 Months
ALL201 – Allergy & STD Clinics – 3 Months
INP201 – Inpatient Dermatology Referrals – Integrated Training

Third Year – Residency Level 3 (R3): Subspecialty Clinics

HAIR301 – Hair Disorders Clinic – 3 Months
PEDS301 – Pediatric Dermatology – 3 Months
DERM302 – General Dermatology & Dermatopathology – 3 Months
ELEC301 – Elective Internal Rotation – 3 Months

Fourth Year – Residency Level 4 (R4): Advanced Practice

SURG401 – Dermatosurgery & Laser Clinics – 3 Months
DERM402 – Advanced General Dermatology & Dermatopathology – 6 Months
EXT401 – External Elective Rotation – 3 Months

Master of Science (MSc) – Health & Medical Sciences (Dermatology Track)

First Year – Coursework

MSC501 – Core Medical Sciences for Dermatology – 3 Credit Hours
MSC502 – Dermatology-Related Elective Courses – 3 Credit Hours
MSC503 – Clinical Pharmacology for Dermatology – 3 Credit Hours

Second Year – Research / Capstone

RES601 – Research Thesis or Capstone Project – 6 Credit Hours

Academic & Clinical Training Components

PHARM701 – Clinical Pharmacology Workshops – Integrated Training
WS701 – Advanced Workshops & Seminars (Mohs Surgery, Phototherapy, Wound Care) – Non-Credit
RES702 – Scientific Research Participation (Clinical Trials / Epidemiological Studies) – Mandatory