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I would like to become a dermatologist , what would be the requirements for that? and is it a good career choice?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See below: A college degree, 4 years medical school, and a residency program ( 4 years) and then taking a board exam to become board certification exam. It is a good career choice if it is what you want to do and are happy doing it.
Answered 4/26/2015
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Competitive: This is a highly competitive specialty, you should have really good grades in school and medical school to be considered.
Answered 3/17/2014
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Go for it: 4 years of college. 4 years of medical school. 4 years as a dermatology resident. It is currently the most popular and competitive specialty to get into.
Answered 9/28/2016
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