MD in Psychiatry 

at Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences, Srinagar

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

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Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has courses such as UG Diploma, DM, M.Ch., PG Diploma, MBBS, MD, MS, B.Sc. to offer. These courses are in the stream of Medicine & Health Sciences, Nursing. Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has specializations such as DM specializations in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Oncology, Nephrology, Haematology, Pulmonary Medicine, M.Ch. specializations in Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Plastic Surgery, Urology, Gastroenterology, PG Diploma specializations in Anaesthesia, Immunology, MD specializations in Anaesthesia, Dermatology, General Medicine, Hospital / Healthcare Management, Microbiology, Pediatrics, Pathology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Radiotherapy, Community Medicine, MS specializations in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Orthopaedics.

The overall seats available across all courses offered by Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences is up to 386. Good thing to know is that Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has courses which are approved by prominent Government bodies like NMC, INC.

Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences offers Degree and Diploma courses including 3 UG and 23 PG courses. Additionally, it also has Advanced Masters courses. These programs are offerred in Full Time mode. Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences has specializations such as DM specializations in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Oncology, Nephrology, Haematology, Pulmonary Medicine, M.Ch. specializations in Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Plastic Surgery, Urology, Gastroenterology, PG Diploma specializations in Anaesthesia, Immunology, MD specializations in Anaesthesia, Dermatology, General Medicine, Hospital / Healthcare Management, Microbiology, Pediatrics, Pathology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Radiotherapy, Community Medicine, MS specializations in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Orthopaedics.

Whether an MSc Nursing is better than a BSc Nursing depends on one's career aspirations. If candidates want to work as a registered nurse and enter the workforce relatively quickly, a BSc may be sufficient.

However, if one has ambitions for advanced practice, leadership, or specialized roles within nursing, or if one has a strong interest in nursing research and education, then pursuing an MSc in nursing can be a valuable investment in one's long-term career. Ultimately, people's choices should align with their personal and professional goals.

There are various forms of nursing, and if you want to become a Nurse in one of the many sectors, you will need particular certifications, some of which you may earn by studying a variety of vital subjects. The following are examples:

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Physics

• Applied Science

• Health and Social Care

• Psychology

• Sociology

• Physical Education

MD Psychiatry is considered a challenging and rigorous specialisation due to the depth and complexity of the subject. MD Psychiatry requires not only a solid understanding of medical knowledge and human biology but also a deep insight into mental health disorders, their causes, and treatment modalities. 

MD Psychiatry involves intense clinical training, where students are exposed to a variety of mental health conditions, requiring them to develop strong diagnostic skills and the ability to formulate effective treatment plans.

Additionally, psychiatrists need to stay updated on the latest research, medications, and therapies, as mental health care is a rapidly evolving field. 

In MD Psychiatry, the curriculum typically covers a broad range of topics that provide in-depth knowledge of mental health, disorders, treatments, and therapy techniques. The major subjects include:

• Basic Sciences and Neurobiology of Psychiatry

• Psychiatric Diagnosis and Assessment

• Psychopathology

• Psychopharmacology

• Psychotherapy and Counseling Techniques

• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

• Geriatric Psychiatry

• Forensic Psychiatry

• Neuropsychiatry

• Addiction Psychiatry

• Research Methodology