Careers in Cosmetic Surgery

Modernization and changing lifestyle have transformed the thinking of the people (particularly those in the entertainment industry) towards the necessity of self improvement. Cosmetic surgery provides people an opportunity to change or improve their personality and physical appearance through surgical techniques. Cosmetic surgery is sometimes referred to as aesthetic surgery, because it brings normal appearance of a person from average level to aesthetic level. It is an important aspect of plastic surgery, because plastic surgeons generally use cosmetic surgical techniques, reconstructive surgical processes and also in isolated operations to improve a person's physical appearance.

There are several procedures of cosmetic or aesthetic surgery. Some of the common procedures are Abdominoplasty, Blepharoplasty, Mammoplasty, Chemical peel, Labiaplasty, Rhinoplasty, Otoplasty, Rhytidectomy, Suction-assisted lipectomy, Chin augmentation, Cheek augmentation and Laser skin resurfacing. To become a successful cosmetic surgeon, one must be able to use these techniques precisely. The importance of cosmetic surgery has also brought about many job opportunities in India. One can work as a cosmetic surgeon in any super-specialty hospitals or set up own firm and earn loads of money in India as well as abroad.

Course Details
Several medical colleges in India are now offering courses in cosmetic surgery at different degree levels. Most of the institutes conduct courses at the postgraduate degree and diploma level with the objective of training students for becoming successful cosmetic surgeons. Talking about eligibility, one has to complete graduation in the relevant field from any recognized University or institute.

Career Prospects
Many people, especially those working in the entertainment industry, always look for some kind of modification in their physical appearance and thus, resort to a cosmetic surgeon. This is the reason why the importance of cosmetic surgery has increased in the present scenario. After pursuing a course in the relevant field, one can specialize in a particular part of a body (for the purpose) or a surgical technique.

Top Colleges Offering UG/PG/Other Courses
A number of institutions and study centers in India are now conducting courses in the field of cosmetic surgery. Some of the well known institutes in India are The Cosmetic Surgery Institute (Mumbai & Goa), Center for Cosmetic, Reconstructive & Laser Surgery (Chandigarh) and Institute of Cosmetology & Laser Science (Mumbai).

Remuneration
The salary package of cosmetic surgeons may vary from one organization to the other. For those at the fresher level, the salary may seem to be low, but with experience, the salary of the cosmetic surgeon increases.