Examining patients taking medical histories addressing patients concerns and answering patients questions Diagnosing and treating injuries illnesses and disorders Ordering performing and interpreting diagnostic tests and explaining the results to patients Counseling patients on diet hygiene preventative healthcare and other lifestyle changes Updating patients charts and information to reflect current findings and treatments Recommending and designing treatment plans Prescribing medications or therapies Explaining medical procedures to patients Consulting with other physicians referring patients to specialists when necessary and working with other healthcare staff such as nurses assistants and other physicians Complying with medical laws for example HIPAA Qualifications A medical degree and the successful completion of a residency and internship A state license and certification to practice medicine Knowledge and experience in diagnosing and treating a wide variety of illnesses Strong communication and interpersonal skills Good leadership organizational and problemsolving skills Dexterity and detail oriented abilities Patience and compassion The ability and willingness to stay up to date on advancements innovations and developments in the field
Specialist Dermatology • United Arab Emirates