What does a Dermatologist do?

You diagnose and treat skin diseases.

How much does a Dermatologist earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 90'000, mid ~CHF CHF 175'000 per year (approximate).

Dermatologist

Health & Medicine

Dermatologists are specialists in skin diseases, sexually transmitted diseases, and allergies. They diagnose and treat skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and skin cancer. They also perform aesthetic treatments and minor surgical procedures.

Entry

~CHF 90'000

CHF 7'500/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 175'000

CHF 14'583/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 320'000

CHF 26'667/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity / ETH

Duration132 months

Your path to Dermatologist

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Secondary School

You are here

High School4 years

Baccalaureate

📊 Grade average ~5.0 for admission (varies by canton)

Long-track (from grade 6)Short-track (from grade 8/9)Apprenticeship + BMS + Passerelle

University / ETH

Bachelor's degree

3 years

Master's degree

1.5–2 years

Career Start

Master's degree

Starting salary: CHF 90'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics7/10

🔬 Science9/10

💻 IT4/10

🔧 Manual8/10

🎨 Artistic4/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance7/10

🎨 Creativity6/10

🤝 Social Contact8/10

💪 Physical Demands3/10

📈 Career Growth9/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)7/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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