Air Force AFSC · Medical
44SX Dermatologist
Overview
A Dermatologist diagnoses and treats diseases and ailments affecting the skin, hair, and nails. This physician cares for conditions ranging from acne to skin cancer and provides treatment that helps patients maintain healthy skin.
Core Skills
- dermatologic assessment and diagnosis
- procedural dermatology skills
- skin cancer screening and management
- chronic disease management
- electronic health record (EHR) documentation
- patient counseling and education
- interdisciplinary care coordination
- teledermatology practice
- quality and safety in clinical care
- clinical photography and documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Cisco Webex
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Word
- Zoom
- Allscripts PM
- athenahealth athenaCollector
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Public Health
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Medical License (MD/DO)
- BLS
Career Growth
- Board Certification in Dermatology
- ACLS
Also Common
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
What the Work Involves
- Conduct complete skin examinations.
- Diagnose and treat pigmented lesions such as common acquired nevi, congenital nevi, dysplastic nevi, Spitz nevi, blue nevi, or melanoma.
- Perform incisional biopsies to diagnose melanoma.
- Perform skin surgery to improve appearance, make early diagnoses, or control diseases such as skin cancer.
- Counsel patients on topics such as the need for annual dermatologic screenings, sun protection, skin cancer awareness, or skin and lymph node self-examinations.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
- Cardiologists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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