Tattoo Removal Training
Once the novelty surrounding getting a tattoo wears off, some people find that they want the tattoo removed. The person who wants to assist these people must become a dermatologic surgeon skilled at tattoo removal.
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Definitions
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In addition to tattoo removal, a dermatologic surgeon may perform biopsies and cosmetic surgeries, such as the removal of varicose veins and wrinkles, according to the Penn State College of Medicine. The American Society for Dermatologic Surgery notes that during tattoo removal the surgeon uses a laser over the course of multiple sessions to break down the ink pigments in the skin. The body may then flush out the pigment, which eventually removes the tattoo completely.
Education
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After earning a bachelors degree as a pre-med student, a person who desires to become a dermatologic surgeon must attend medical school. Letters of recommendation, school transcripts and Medical College Admissions Test, or MCAT, scores are required for entry, according to the US Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics. After four years of medical school, which consists of both classroom study and medical rotations, an additional three to eight years of residency and internship are needed for the successful student to earn the title of Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
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Additional Training
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An additional four years of training after receiving a medical degree is needed to become a dermatologic surgeon. This consists of one year as a surgical intern and three years of residency, as is required by the American Board of Dermatology. Additional training may involve specializing in cosmetic dermatology, in which the surgeon learns about laser procedures involved in tattoo removal.
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