Below are short explanations of these five deadly diseases and what to expect if you or a family member develop one. Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection most often found in the lungs, but it can also be found in the lymphatic system and other vital organs. TB bacteria cause death of tissue in body organs they infect.
With undergraduate study, it takes approximately 12 to 14 years to become a dermatologist. In the UK, where medical school may be part of study in an undergraduate setting, it can still take about 14 years.
Although it may vary, nurses may be hired directly out of school to work in dermatology. If you want to continue and become a nurse practitioner, additional education is needed. Requirements to get into a nurse practitioner program vary, but usually a bachelorâs of nursing degree is needed. Most nurse practitioner programs are between two and four years, and a masterâs degree is awarded after graduation. An optional certification is available through the Dermatology Nurse Certification Board. The requirements to become certified include a minimum of 2000 hours of experience working in dermatology.