Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
16N1 Dermatology, Subspecialty
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
Dermatology subspecialists provide advanced physician care within a defined area of dermatology. They may focus on dermatopathology, pediatric dermatology, complex medical dermatology, dermatologic surgery, or skin cancer care.
Core Skills
- advanced skin diagnosis
- specialized dermatology
- dermatopathology
- dermatologic surgery
- complex case management
- skin cancer evaluation
- biopsy interpretation
- clinical consultation
- patient education
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
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Dermatology
Career Growth
- American Board of Dermatology Subspecialty Certification
- American Board of Pathology Dermatopathology Certification
- Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP)
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
- Cardiologists
- Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
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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