# Practice of Aesthetic Medicine and Procedures by MBBS/BDS Practitioners: PM&DC’s Decision

Source: https://upmed.net/practice-of-aesthetic-medicine-and-procedures-by-mbbs-bds-practitioners-pmdcs-decision/  
Published: 2025-01-01 · Updated: 2025-01-13  
Category: Blog  
Publisher: UPMED (https://upmed.net/)

> PM&DC issues a directive on Aesthetic Medicine, recognizing it as a specialty requiring structured training and compliance with regulatory standards.

The Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) has officially issued a directive regarding the practice of Aesthetic Medicine and Procedures by practitioners with MBBS or BDS qualifications. This directive was outlined in Letter No. 1-PG/CPSP/Universities/DAI’s/2436, dated 13th December 2024. The decision was discussed and approved in the 11th meeting of the National Medical and Dental Academic Board (NM&DAB), held on 22nd October 2024.

#### Key Points from the Decision:

1. **Specialty Recognition**: Aesthetic Medicine will now be recognized as a specialty rather than a standalone qualification. Practitioners must follow the same structured registration pathway as required for other postgraduate specialties.
2. **Structured Curriculum Requirement**: Institutions interested in introducing Aesthetic Medicine qualifications must formulate a detailed curriculum. This curriculum should include all necessary elements related to Aesthetic Medicine and provide a minimum of two years of structured training.
3. **Regulatory Framework**: PM&DC already has an established regulatory framework for all medical and dental specialties. Institutions must comply with these guidelines for recognition of their Aesthetic Medicine programs.
4. **Accreditation Process**:  The accreditation process for Aesthetic Medicine programs will adhere to PM&DC’s protocols for postgraduate qualifications. These include submission of detailed program outlines, adherence to PM&DC’s criteria, and compliance with additional requirements as deemed necessary.
5. **Concerns on Short-Term Certifications**: The decision addresses concerns about practitioners engaging in Aesthetic Medicine after acquiring short-term online certifications without clinical residency or proper training. This trend was deemed unsafe and not aligned with professional standards.

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#### Actions Required:

Institutions offering Aesthetic Medicine training must ensure:

- A thorough curriculum is prepared and submitted to PM&DC for approval.
- Programs meet PM&DC’s regulatory and accreditation standards.

For further details, stakeholders can refer to the PM&DC guidelines or contact the council directly.

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