MD in Skin and V.D. is a 3-year postgraduate course, the minimum eligibility for admission to which is the successful completion of MBBS from a university recognized by the MCI.

The course mostly follows an annual system. Admission to the course is based on the candidate’s performance in a relevant entrance examination.

The average tuition fee charged for the course in India varies between INR 30,000 and 25 Lakhs, depending on the institute offering the course.

Popular areas of employment for such professionals include:

• Hospitals, Clinics
• Research Centers
• Educational Institutes, Teaching, etc.

The average annual salary offered in India to successful doctorate holders in Skin and V.D. in India ranges between INR 3 and 10 lacs, increasing with the candidate’s experience and expertise in the field.

MD in Skin and V.D.: Career Prospects

Skin and V.D. Specialists work as Skin Specialists also have the option of pursuing private practice.

Popular areas of employment for successful doctorate holders in Skin and V.D. include:

• Biomedical Companies
• Health Centers
• Medical Colleges
• Nursing Homes
• Hospitals (Private and Government)
• Medical Foundation/Trust
• NGOs
• Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
• Research Areas

Some of the popular professional avenues open to such postgraduates are mentioned below with the basic job responsibilities and salaries associated with each role.

Job Profile	Description	Average Annual Pay Scale
Skin and V.D. Specialist	Skin and V.D. Specialists are medical doctors who diagnose and treat ailments of the largest organ of the human body, and advise patients on achieving healthy and attractive skin.	INR 12 to 13 lakhs
Cosmetic Skin and V.D. Specialist	Cosmetic Skin and V.D. Specialists are Skin and V.D. Specialist that specialize in aesthetic cosmetic issues as well as research. They provide medical and surgical treatment to people with problems such as bacterial or fungal infections, aging, acne, allergic reactions, unwanted hair, benign skin growths, and uneven skin pigmentation.	INR 30 to 32 lakhs
Surgical Skin and V.D. Specialist	Surgical Skin and V.D. Specialists tackle and treat cosmetic conditions of the skin, hair, nails, veins, mucous membranes, and adjacent tissues by various surgical, reconstructive, cosmetic, and non-surgical methods.	INR 38 to 40 lakhs
Medical Skin and V.D. Specialist	Medical Skin and V.D. Specialists are professionally responsible for improving the care given to patients whose skin diseases or therapies have had substantial systemic consequences. Also, they foster research in medical Skin and V.D., towards ensuring medical Skin and V.D. expertise in community and academic settings.	INR 16 to 18 lakhs
Consultant	Dental Consultants evaluate the efficiencies related to the business work flow processes of the daily activities within a medical centre. After they evaluate what is efficient and what needs to be improved, Consultants put together plans that offer recommendations to make the centre’s work flow more efficient.	INR 6 to 10 lakhs
Research Assistant	Research Assistants are responsible for independently managing the internal review processes for numerous different departmental research studies. They review existing documents, prepare updates and corrections for Principal Investigator approval, and upload them. Also, they review and interpret regulatory guidance pertaining to research protocols. They screen patients for participation, interview, answer their questions, and document the informed consent of study participants. Also, they monitor patients due for follow-up appointments and procedures, schedule follow-up appointments, and coordinate necessary tests. Additionally, they independently perform a variety of administrative support duties for the department, staff, and physicians, such as data entry, composing correspondence, locating and assembling information for various reports, briefings, and conferences. They are also responsible for maintaining and submitting timecards. They maintain subject matter files and records, ensuring that all documents are properly signed and files are complete. They also respond to routine requests for information.	INR 2.5 to 3 lakhs
Clinical Trial Site Lead	Clinical Trial Site Leads are responsible for ensuring efficient conduct of clinical trials in remote and challenging settings. They are equipped with essential medical and research skills and are well-versed in team building, leadership, project management, and negotiation.	INR 3.5 to 5 lakhs
Public Health Specialists	Public Health Specialists are medical professionals who work in the public sector, usually focusing their skills and expertise on population-based specialties, instead of treating individual patients. Essentially, Public Health Specialists work towards improving the overall health of a group of people, usually within a community or State. By increasing the overall well-being of members of a community, Public Health Specialists reduce the number of untreated issues through a combination of treatment, education, and policy changes.	INR 3.5 to 4 lakhs