DM in Nephrology 

at Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum

Below are steps to become a Nephrologist after 12th -

• Complete 12th with PCB
• Clear NEET-UG
• Complete MBBS (5.5 years)
• Qualify NEET-PG
• Pursue MD (3 years)
• Appear for NEET-SS.
• Complete DM/DNB in Nephrology (3 years)

Yes it is possible that Nephrology can be a stressful speciality especially because it is a study related to kidney diseases. And nature of kidney diseases are usually vey compliated, which also often require long-term management and emergency care. 

It is very common for Nephrologists to deal with critically ill patients everyday, including all those who are on dialysis or awaiting kidney transplants. 

This field is full of handling complex cases and making life-saving decisions, as all doctors do. 

Some medical field which offe best work and life balance are shown below -

• Dentistry (BDS & MDS) – Fixed clinic hours, fewer emergencies.

• Pharmacy (BPharm & MPharm) – Less stress compared to hospital-based jobs.

• Physiotherapy (BPT & MPT) – Flexible working hours, minimal emergency calls.

• Public Health & Community Medicine – Focus on preventive healthcare rather than emergency treatments.

• Clinical Research & Medical Writing – Research-based work with no direct patient responsibilities.

Yes Nephrology is a very promising and a very rewarding medical branch. It also offers high demand, financial stability to candidates and opportunities in healthcare field. 

Also due to rise in kidney diseases worldwide, nephrologists play a very crucial role in healthcare. 

Field is very stimulating, it requires expertise in internal medicine, dialysis and even transplant care.

No doubt it is challenging, nephrology provides immense job satisfaction by helping patients manage chronic kidney conditions effectively.