Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)
Catagory: Medical
Course Type: Post Graduation
Duration: 3 Year
Study Mode: Regular
About Course
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Course Details
M.D. or Doctor of Medicine is a 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 (M.D.) Eligibillity
- Eligibility for the M.D. course is restricted to those holding the M.B.B.S. degree. The certification must be from a university that is acknowledged by the Medical Council of India.
- Percentage criteria may vary from institute to institute. Training is attained in medical disciplines which are non-surgical in nature such as Internal Medicine, Radiology, and Pathology etc. Rank obtained in an entrance examination forms the basis for admission.
- Some institutions may conduct a personal interview as part of the admission process.
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Duration - 3 Years
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Employment Areas
- Biomedical Companies
- Health Centres
- Hospitals
- Laboratories
- Medical Colleges
- Medical Foundation/Trust
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Nursing Homes
- Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Companies
- Polyclinics
- Private Practice
- Research Institutes
Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) Job Types
- Anaesthetist or Anaesthesiologist
- Bacteriologist
- Cardiologist
- Chief Medical Officer (CMO)
- Chiropodist
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Dermatologist
- E.N.T. Specialist
- Enterologist
- Gastroenterologist
- General Practitioner
- General Surgeon
- Gynaecologist
- Hospital Administrator
- Medical Admitting Officer
- Neurologist
- Nutritionist
- Obstetrician
- Orthopaedist
- Paediatrician
- Pathologist
- Physician
- Physiologist
- Psychiatrist
- Radiologist
- Resident Medical Officer