The aesthetics industry is booming, and with it comes a rise in short training programs. Most courses, lasting only two days to two weeks and costing tens of thousands of dirhams, promise to equip doctors with the skills to perform popular cosmetic procedures.
But here’s the question: Does completing such a course make someone an “aesthetic specialist”?
What Does “Specialist” Really Mean?
In healthcare, the word specialist isn’t just...
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🚩 10 Red Flags to Watch For
1. They guarantee 100% results
– Real dermatologists know that no treatment works the same for every patient. Promising perfection is a sales tactic, not a medical truth.
2. They claim the procedure will be “scarless”
– Any skin procedure carries at least a small risk of scarring or pigmentation changes. A dermatologist will explain how they...
What Does a Dermatologist Really Do? Medical, Cosmetic & Surgical Dermatology Explained
Many people believe that a dermatologist is only concerned with diagnosing and treating medical skin conditions like acne, eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer. In reality, dermatology is a highly diverse specialty — equally rooted in medical, surgical, and cosmetic expertise.
In fact, a significant portion of global dermatology training and reference literature is dedicated to aesthetic and procedural aspects of skin care.
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