M.D. or Doctor of Medicine is a 3 year postgraduate Medicine course. The course is based on gaining an in-depth knowledge of one's chosen field of specialisation. The duration of the Doctor of Medicine course is 3 years of study including the successful completion of an exam that covers both theoretical and practical elements. The examination for M.D. is held at the end of 3 academic years which includes 6 academic terms. M.D. course is more practical oriented, and research-based, as compared to M.B.B.S. Medical Council of India, is the authority which approves and recognises various Institutes to provide Doctor of Medicine Degree Course. Since the course involves the deeper study of relevant subjects, one needs to be prepared for mind-boggling study. It is amongst the popular courses pursued by medical graduates, primarily because of a high salary package.
Doctor of Medicine in Paediatrics is a 3 year post graduation course. Paediatrics is the branch of medicine that deals with the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents, and the age limit usually ranges from birth up to 18.
M.S. General Surgery or Master of Surgery in General Surgery is a postgraduate Surgery course. Surgery is a branch of medical science that treats disease or injury by operative procedures. General Surgery is a subfield of Surgery which deals with the surgical treatment of abdominal organs, e.g. intestines inclusive esophagus, stomach, colon, liver and furthermore of the thyroid gland and hernia. Though the course has been termed as ‘General Surgery’, it is not as much a General as one would expect as it involves surgical procedure involving including appendicitis, hernias, gallbladder surgeries, stomach and intestinal issues.
M.S. Ophthalmology or Master of Surgery in Ophthalmology is a 3 year postgraduate course. Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine that deals with the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. An ophthalmologist is a specialist in medical and surgical eye problems. The course includes orbital and ocular anatomy, Gross anatomy, Histology, Ocular Physiology, Ocular Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology with reference to ocular immunology. The course also imparts the opportunities for ophthalmologic research in clinical surgery settings like fine microsurgery, using the operating microscope, and intraocular surgery or vitreoretinal surgery of the eye.
M.D. Pathology or Doctor of Medicine in Pathology is a 3 year postgraduate course. Pathology is the study and diagnosis of disease through examination of organs, tissues, bodily fluids, and whole bodies (autopsies). Areas of study include cellular adaptation to injury, necrosis, and inflammation, wound healing, and neoplasia. The course helps the candidates to be able to perform procedures designated for laboratory detection of diseases. The course deals with effects, development, processes and causes of diseases. Subjects studied under this degree are Pathology, Microbiology, Immunology, Medical Genetics and Neuroscience.
MS in ENT is a 3- year postgraduate course in medicine pursued upon completion of MBBS with a 1-year internship. Otolaryngology or ENT (ear, nose and throat) is a division of medicine which involves the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders. Subjects studied as part of this course are Anatomy and Physiology of the ear, nose, and throat, Pathophysiology of common disorders of the ear, nose and throat, and research-based evidence generation.
MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology is a 3 year post graduate course. Eligibility to which is clearing bachelor’s degree such as MBBS, DMS, BHMS, and BDS etc. Admission for this course is on the basis of rank that is obtained in the entrance test conducted.
This course MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology consists of major subjects which include topics like immunology of dermatological diseases, cellular and molecular inflammation, skin genetics, skin structure and development of skin, basic reactions of skin, repair and carcinogenesis. Major Job profiles and designation after MD in Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology is professor, Skin specialist, Therapy manager, sales coordinator, Clinical application specialist etc.
M.S. Obstetrics & Gynaecology or Master of Surgery in Obstetrics & Gynaecology is a 3 year postgraduate Obstetrics course. Obstetrics and Gynaecology are the two surgical–medical specialties dealing with the female reproductive organs in their pregnant and non-pregnant state, respectively, and as such are often combined to form a single medical specialty and postgraduate training program. Course includes Obstetrics Pathology, Gynaecological Pathology, Operative Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Medical & Surgical Diseases, Complication in Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Social Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Abnormal Pregnancies, Common Disorders & Systemic Diseases Associated with Pregnancy, Common Obstetrical Operations, Infant Care, Neonatal hygiene, Breastfeeding, Artificial feeding, Management of premature child, Asphyxia, Birth injuries, Common Disorders of New Born etc. The duration of the course is two years and it career providing in nature.
M.D. Radio diagnosis or Doctor of Medicine in Radio diagnosis is a postgraduate Radiography course. Radio diagnosis is a medical science branch focuses on the use of radiation, ultrasound and magnetic resonance in medicinal practices. It relates to anatomy, pathology, physiology and interventional procedure. The course deals with allergic contrast reactions & be aware of resuscitation methods and helps to acquired good Basic knowledge in the various sub-specialties of radiology such as Neuro-radiology, GI-radiology, Uro-radiology, Vascular-radiology, Musculoskeletal, Interventional radiology, Emergency radiology, Paediatric Radiology and Mammography. The course is an important one that opens many career scopes for them after its completion.
M.D. Anaesthesia or Doctor of Medicine in Anaesthesia is a 3 year postgraduate Anaesthesia course. Anaesthesia means the utilization of drugs that minimize pain by causing insensibility. During the course, students learn about areas such as ambulatory anaesthesia, cardiothoracic anesthesiology, paediatric anaesthesiology, neuro-anaesthesia, obstetrical anesthesiology and pain management. Anaesthesia controls pain during surgery or other medical procedures. It includes using medicines, and sometimes closes monitoring, to keep you comfortable. It can also help control breathing, blood pressure, blood flow, and heart rate and rhythm when needed. Some of the types of Anaesthesia are local anaesthesia, regional anaesthesia and general anaesthesia. The duration of the course is two years and it is an important and job orienting in nature.
Post Graduate Diploma in Anaesthesia is a postgraduate level Diploma course which is a 2 year of duration. Candidate should have passed MBBS from any Medical college which is recognized by the medical council of India. They should have completed 1 year of compulsory rotating internship.
Anaesthesia is the study of use and effects of various kinds of anaesthetics to human beings. It imparts the basics of intensive trans-physio therapy, pharmacology and pharmacodynamics of inhaling anaesthetics, anaesthesia in traumatology and orthopaedics, paediatrics and neonatology, toxicology and the likes others. The Diploma course is offered by many institutes in the country due to its importance in medical fields. The course is career orienting in nature that opens various jobs in the health-care field.
Post Graduate Diploma in dermatology, venereology and leprosy is a 2 year post-graduate course . Candidate should have passed MBBS from any Medical college which is recognized by the medical council of India. They should have completed 1 year of compulsory rotating internship.The program intends to impart professional competence in diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted diseases, common skin diseases, cosmetic dermatological diseases and leprosy independently. Graduant must independently be able to attend medical emergencies related to skin, venereal diseases and leprosy and adopt preventive measures at individual and community levels against communicable and non-communicable venereal diseases, skin diseases, leprosy and other such ailments. They should be qualified with skills to impart necessary knowledge and laboratory skills to other medical or paramedical faculties. They should also be able to observe the basic responsibilities and duties discharged unto him as a professional with compassion and sense of justice.
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