How to get into Dermatology training in the UK l Portfolio

[@priyankaubale9605]

Grateful to have found your channel. There are very few channels showing content about dermatology in the UK. Please keep posting videos. They’ll be very helpful for someone who’s trying to decide

[@jeffreyvedha4871]

I think its because its so competitive. No one wants to bring awareness to this stuff or they fear the competition will explode

[@DrJnanaBharathi]

Thank you so much! Your video was really helpful! Please keep posting more content! It would be really helpful! Regards!

[@saminathapaliya1111]

Thank you so much for this! Please keep making more videos! New subscriber here!

[@devyanisingh7950]

Hello! How have you been doc? I would be very interested to know a day in your life! Could you make a 'day in my life' vlog? Good luck for your future endeavours 🌻

[@theskinmedic]

Thank you for your comment! Yes I shall have a think about it and do one soon.

[@tinajoseph767]

Can u make a video on the trainings a dermatology aspirant need to have in UK?

[@omarrabia1071]

Great video, thanks Chris! I'm currently torn between dermatology and a few surgical specialties. I know they have allowed surgical trainees to apply directly to ST3 derm but I wonder realistically how possible/successful has this been in your experience, and whether such applicants are disadvantaged compared to IMT applicants?

[@theskinmedic]

I think it is definitely possible and I have known people who have done non-medical specialties like surgery and paediatrics before obtaining a NTN. Surgery would definitely be useful for Dermatology as we do skin surgeries as well! I would however say that a lot of skin conditions are related to internal medicine so having a good grasp of medicine would definitely be useful. All in all, you won't be placed at a disadvantage when it comes to specialty application, though you may want to consider doing more dermatology related projects to help boost your CV!

[@justliving985]

Thank you for the video! was really helpful especially in the uk as there is not much videos on this, but I would love to know what courses should I take in medicine in order to become closer to being a dermatologist?

[@Foryoualllll]

what is the pathway for IMGs to dermatology after completing plab 2. will higly appreciate your help and guidance

[@laluna5548]

I co-authored 4 research papers and one of them has a very high impact factor and was published in a famous neurology journal. I also did a Stanford nutrition course. Does that help at all? Also-which online post-MD dermatology course would you recommend?

[@karimamr9644]

Hi Chris These are some great videos! Keep going. I just had a question for you. I’m currently repeating 4th year of medicine in the uk, I was wondering If failing exams or relating years would affect my ability to apply to dermatology. Looking forward to hearing from you! Thanks a lot !

[@theskinmedic]

Hi Karim, Thank you for your support! No, failing your medical school exams shouldn’t affect your dermatology application in the future!

[@being_Ashwarya]

Thank you this was so helpful :) also realising I will score zero in all the sections 🥺

[@theskinmedic]

You are welcome! :) Hopefully this video can be a good starting point for you then!

[@carolinemarfo809]

New subscriber 💯

[@daniellea442]

Thank you for the video! Do the publications and quality improvement project have to be in dermatology or is any publication/QI project also give points?

[@theskinmedic]

It can be on any specialty/ topic to get the points, though I have to say, doing a project in Dermatology will certainly help when it comes to the interview station. It shows commitment to specialty!

[@theskinmedic]

It can be on any specialty/ topic to get the points, though I have to say, doing a project in Dermatology will certainly help when it comes to the interview station. It shows commitment to specialty!

[@donnadunne298]

Hi Chris, I would love some advice please, My daughter has Atopic Eczema & Ichthyosis. My daughter is 23 and has a very strict skin care routine that she follows in order to control her her conditions and minimise flare ups, Recently she has experienced a major flare up, The steroid that works best is no longer being manufactured and I would love to know if there is an equivalent on the market any advise please, fluocinolone acetonide Synalar C cream and ointment (fluocinolone, clioquinol)

[@smithhbea]

How many times can you reapply to dermatology if you are unsuccessful? Dermatology is the only speciality I am interested in.

[@gowthamia5053]

Hello Dr Chris! I'm a junior doctor in India, waiting to give my PLAB 2 exam. I've always wanted to become a dermatologist. I'm glad I found your channel. Also wondering if it is mandatory to do training in teaching only in the UK. Or could I do it here in India and add it in my portfolio?

[@theskinmedic]

I think it's better for you to train in the UK if you are thinking of practising here long-term. Certainly, you can do it in India and move over to the UK once you have completed but it will be more challenging. Not only do you need to show evidence that you are qualified to practise as a consultant (mapping your evidence to the UK curriculum to obtain CESR-CCT), you also need to find your feet around the UK system ie working life/ environment, language, food etc.

[@TT-do1eo]

Is there any discrimination between local graduate and IMG? Thank you for your content🍀

[@theskinmedic]

There shouldn’t be. This is because there is no labour market test in the UK for medicine at present.

[@anjalijog837]

Do we get points if we presents a case report at a national back in home country?

[@uniqueorrn4342]

The distinction in med school can only be in medicine ?

[@leteprisca5112]

Hi Dr. Chris, I am pursuing MD Dermatology in India. After obtaining my 3 years MD Dermatology degree from India, which is the best route to work as a Dermatologist in U.K. for 3 years ? Not as a consultant. Do I have to complete full MRCP course for this? After that can I work as a Dermatologist Registrar. I require 3 years Dermatology experience certificate to appear for Middle East Dermatologist licence exam. Your guidance is highly appreciated. Thanks

[@anjalijog837]

What if I’m applying directly to ST3 derm after MRCP with QIP, leadership experience done from back home; are these considered?

[@theskinmedic]

Yes, they should be considered, although you need to show evidence you have done it according to the same standard as in the UK.

[@ayaadly9233]

Do you need to have full mrcp to be a dermatology trainee? Thanks

[@theskinmedic]

No you don't actually! There are various routes you can take to become a dermatologist in the UK. You can take the either the surgical or paediatric route and obtain qualifications for them ie MRCS and MRCPCH. However, you will need to show IMY2 competencies or do a year of medical rotations.

[@ayaadly9233]

Do you have idea about SCE exam? Could you please share with us?

[@theskinmedic]

Unfortunately, I have not yet taken it so I am not in the best position to give advice!

[@sankaadikari7700]

Is it possible to apply for Dermatology immediately after IMT 2?

[@theskinmedic]

Yes it is!

[@amalia20039]

DO WE NEED MBBS FOR DERMATOLOGY?

[@theskinmedic]

Yes you do! Or any medical undergraduate degree.

[@HeenaKhan-hr4rv]

Hey chris I really find your videos very helpful, you are helping people in need. Thanks for your effort. I tried to find u on insta bt couldn’t. I have few questions to ask you regarding dermat & aesthetics in uk, it’s quite confusing. I really need a help & couldn’t find anyone better than you. So please can u help me out with it? Or can I contact u somewhere else like insta or fb?

[@theskinmedic]

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