MD Course
(Doctor of Medicine)

MD Course (Doctor of Medicine)

A postgraduate specialised study called MD, or Doctor of Medicine, can be undertaken after earning an MBBS. It allows the aspirant to gain in-depth information and practical experience on a range of topics, including anatomy, radiotherapy, general medicine, etc. It supports the planning of effective disease diagnosis and therapy.

Eligibility criteria for the MD – One of the most sought-after degrees that requires extensive study and training over many years is medical school. Candidates can pursue an M.D. after earning their MBBS and completing an internship at an accredited medical college. It is a three-year, specialised programme.

Skills required to be an MD – The MD programme is a three-year programme. Six semesters, each lasting two years, make up the complete course. Lectures, practical work, seminars, research and thesis work, oral exams, and group discussions are all heavily weighted throughout the entire course.

The vital skills required to be a successful MD are listed below:

Diagnosis Skill	the capacity to determine a disease’s cause from its symptoms
Interpersonal Skill	the capacity to establish relationships with patients and inspire their confidence
Communication Skill	to communicate with the patient and his family, you must have excellent communication skills.
Time Management Skill	capacity to work long hours and under pressure, punctuality
Perseverance and Endurance	Having the ability to patiently listen and spend hours with patients
Team Working Skill	the capacity to collaborate with other medical professionals, specialists, and technicians
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skill	the capacity to manage a challenging situation and implement the necessary corrective action to relieve the patient
Use of modern treatment techniques	must be knowledgeable about contemporary medical breakthroughs and treatment modalities.

MD Course Structure

A three-year commitment is required for the MD programme. Six semesters, with two semesters per year, make up the complete course. The emphasis during the entire semester is placed on lectures, practical work, seminars, research and thesis work, oral exams, and group discussions.

Semester 1	Semester 2
Applied basic science knowledge	Biostatistics and clinical epidemiology
Diseases with reference to General Medicine	Diagnostic investigation and procedures
Recent advances in Medicine
Semester 3	Semester 4
Monitoring seriously ill patients	Ability to carry out research
Counseling patients and relatives	Ward patient management
Ability to teach undergraduate students	OPD patient management
Semester 5	Semester 6
Long and short topic presentations	Journal conferences
Ward rounds, case presentations and discussions	PG case presentation skills
Clinical-radiological and Clinic-pathological conferences	Research review

Doctor of Medicine (MD) Courses

DM course graduates have a thorough understanding of the theoretical, clinical, and practical components of the pitch as well as a good communication attitude and training in research methodology. The purpose of the course is to give students a thorough understanding of the hows and whats of training them to diagnose and manage any scenario relevant to their specialty.

Specialisation	Subject	Details
MD Radiology	Neurology Urology Vascular Radiology Gastrointestinal Radiology Musculoskeletal Radiology Interventional Radiology Emergency Radiology Paediatric Radiology	This specialty also includes diagnostic tests and radiation therapy. This position’s major role is to analyse diagnostic tests such as X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and ultrasound pictures.
MD General Medicine	Applied basic science knowledge Biostatistics and clinical epidemiology Research review Diagnostic investigation and procedures Diseases concerning General Medicine	This course assists students in meeting community needs. The specialty needs intensive care. General medicine postgraduates practise ambulatory, critical care, inpatient care, and emergency medicine.
MD Dermatology	The structure, functions, and development of human skin Clinical dermatology Leprosy Venereology	Dermatologists treat conditions such as acne, rashes, rosacea, warts, and various types of skin cancer. They use cutting-edge scientific research to cure or prevent life-threatening diseases.
MD Pulmonary Medicine	Development of the respiratory tract Control of ventilation Ventilation and perfusion Non-respiratory functions of the g Acid-Base Balance Interstitial lung disease, including drug-induced or radiation-induced lung disease Infectious diseases and pneumonia	Lung transplantation, non-tuberculous mycobacterial sickness, interstitial lung disease, and pulmonary vascular disease are all covered in this course. Preoperative evaluations and comprehensive pulmonary function testing are also available at the hospital.
MD Anesthesiology	Applied Physiology Muscle Function Applied Anatomy Clinical Pharmacology General Anaesthesia Neurosurgery and management of head injuries Cardiac Anaesthesia	This course focuses on the use of drugs that relieve pain by making the patient unconscious. Ambulatory anaesthesia, cardiothoracic anaesthesia, paediatric anaesthesia, obstetrical anaesthesia, and pain management are all options for students.
MD Obstetrics and Gynaecology	Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Gynaecological Pathology, Operative Obstetrics and Gynaecology Medical and Surgical Diseases: Complications in Obstetrics and Gynaecology Social Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Abnormal Pregnancies, Common Disorders, and Systemic Diseases associated with Pregnancy Common Obstetrical Operations, Infant Care, Neonatal Hygiene, and Breastfeeding Artificial feeding, management of premature children, asphyxia, birth injuries, common disorders of newborn babies, etc.	Obstetrics and gynaecology are the two surgical-medical disciplines that deal with female reproductive organs in their pregnant and non-pregnant states, respectively, and are sometimes merged to form a single medical speciality and postgraduate study programme.
MD Ophthalmology	The Anatomy and Development of the Eye Elementary and Physiological Optics Errors of Refraction Physiology of Eye and Vision Diseases of the Lens. Diseases of Cornea. Diseases of Conjunctiva Diseases of Sclera	The course focuses on teaching professionals about the anatomy, functioning, and disorders of the eyes. The curriculum includes the principles and methods involved in the treatment of eye issues such as glaucoma, irises, eye damage, orbital cellulite, tumours, and other illnesses affecting the human eye.
MD Psychiatry	Psychology, anatomy, physiology Biochemistry of the brain Neurology and neurosurgery Child psychiatry Community psychiatry Social psychiatry Forensic psychiatry Preventive psychiatry Practical training at mental asylums	As a subspecialty of medicine, psychiatry focuses on the examination, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioural problems in people. It uses research-based data and nuanced methodologies to investigate the maze of the human mind. A psychiatrist can tell the difference between people who are mentally healthy and those who are mentally ill.
MD Orthopaedics	Fractures dislocations bone and joint infections arthritis congenital anomalies musculoskeletal tumours	Orthopaedics is a critical and particular medical field that focuses on an individual’s musculoskeletal system. Body motions are supported and stabilised by the human musculoskeletal system. This complex network is made up of bones, ligaments, muscles, skeletal joints, and tendons.
MD Pediatrics	Neonatology Renal Disorders Behavioural and developmental disorders Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease Child Abuse Paediatrics Child Neurology Paediatric Critical Care Neonatology Paediatric Oncology Adolescent Medicine Paediatric Cardiology Paediatric Endocrinology Paediatric Gastroenterolog	Paediatrics is a diverse specialty, with paediatricians required to work in a variety of settings, including general paediatric units supervising a wide range of health conditions affecting children, community-based long-term care of children and young people, and highly specialised units such as neonatal medicine.

Entrance Exams for MD

NEET PG: This computer-based exam is available to MD/MS and PG diploma programmes in different states, private institutes, deemed/central, ESIC, and AFMS medical institutes throughout India. There’s only one exam for all PG admissions.

INI CET: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) conducts the INI CET for admission to MS, DM, and MD programmes. There will be 200 multiple-choice and single-answer questions in the exam.This test determines eligibility for admission to AIIMS-Delhi, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Jodhpur, Rishikesh, and Raipur, as well as JIPMER, NIMHANS, and PGIMER.

Top 10 Colleges for MD

S. No.	Institute
1	AIIMS, Delhi
2	Maulana Azad Medical College, Delhi
3	CMC, Vellore
4	Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune
5	JIPMER, Puducherry
6	Lady Hardinge Medical College, Delhi
7	PGIMER, Chandigarh
8	King George’s Medical University, Lucknow
9	Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
10	AIIMS, Jodhpur
Based on the curriculum, choices of specializations offered, and learning opportunities, these are the top colleges for MD in India.

State Wise PG Seats in Government & Private Colleges for MD.

State	Govt	Private
Andhra Pradesh	1923	1645
Asaam	738	0
Bihar	908	321
Chandigarh	585	0
Chhattisgarh	475	114
Delhi	2889	49
Goa	137	0
Gujarat	2186	724
Haryana	432	465
Himachal Pradesh	264	92
J & K	606	51
Jharkhand	263	0
Karnataka	1856	4593
Kerala	1077	868
Madhya Pradesh	1489	859
Maharashtra	3576	2498
Manipur	255	0
Meghalaya	37	0
Odisha	725	509
Puducherry	314	720
Punjab	408	384
Rajasthan	2255	1033
Sikkim	0	34
Tamil Nadu	2765	2369
Telangana	1504	1608
Tripura	85	6
Uttar Pradesh	2301	1919
Uttarakhand	1572	260
West Bengal	1791	297
TOTAL	334163	21418

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