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Can you suggest some of the best colleges in Delhi along with their fee structure that offer chiropractic courses?
The colleges which have chiropractic courses in Delhi are:
- All India Council of Chiropractic & Science -it has a fee of INR 57,000
- Capri Institute of Manual Therapy - the fees is INR 16,200
- Pranamis Wellness Centre - fees is INR 45,000
- VLCC Institute- fees is INR 27,500
These are some colleges in Delhi w
Can I get admission to BHMS at Dhondumama Sathe Homaeopathic Medical College with 130 marks in NEET?
Well ! It's difficult to take admission through state quota or All India quota as your marks is 130 which is quite low. But you can go for Management quota, just contact the college and discuus. You may get the admission through management quota.
I got 370 marks in NEET. Can I get a seat for BHMS in any college?
Definitely yes. To get admission in BHMS in India, 370 is good enough marks. One can even get admitted with only qualifying marks if belongs to Maharashtra.
When will the 4th year BHMS supplementary result be declared at HNGU?
I am interested to pursue Alternative Medicine course in India. What are the good options for admission?

Hello Manoj Kumar Padhi, wow! It's very nice to hear from a 49 year old that he wants to study further. Yes indeed. There are plenty of courses in paramedical or alternative medicine that you can do. Certificate courses, Diploma courses, graduation courses. It all depends on you meaning, how much ti
Can a BHMS graduate open their own clinic? What are the legal requirements?
Yes, a BHMS graduate can open a homeopathic clinic after completing their degree and internship. They must register with the State or Central Homeopathy Council to obtain a valid practice license.
Additionally, they need to fulfill legal formalities such as acquiring a clinic establishment certificat
How does homeopathy differ from Ayurveda and Allopathy in terms of treatment approach?
Each medical system has a unique approach to treatment, diagnosis, and patient care. Homeopathy relies on the principle of "similia similibus curentur", Ayurveda follows a dosha-based balance system, while Allopathy uses modern drugs and surgeries for disease management.
Aspect | Homeopathy | Ayurveda | Allopathy |
|---|---|---|---|
Principle | Like cures like (Similia Similibus Curentur) | Balancing the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) | Treats symptoms using drugs and surgery |
Treatment Approach | Highly diluted natural remedies | Herbal medicines, diet, lifestyle changes | Synthetic drugs, antibiotics, surgical interventions |
Disease Focus | Chronic and lifestyle diseases | Preventive and curative treatments | Acute, chronic, emergency conditions |
Side Effects | Minimal due to high dilution | Rare but possible with improper dosage | Can have side effects due to chemical-based drugs |
Regulation & Research | Limited scientific validation | Traditional and WHO-recognized | Strong research backing and global standardization |
What are the key subjects taught in each year of the BHMS program?
The BHMS curriculum is structured into four professional years, covering both theoretical and practical aspects of homeopathic medicine.
- First Year: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Homeopathic Pharmacy, Organon of Medicine
- Second Year: Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine, Homeopathic Materia
What are the major homeopathic treatments studied in the BHMS course?
Homeopathy is based on the principle of "like cures like", using natural substances in highly diluted forms to treat ailments. BHMS students study various treatments targeting both acute and chronic diseases, emphasizing individualized care.
- Constitutional Homeopathy – Treatment based on a person’s o