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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
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 certificate, following medical ethics, and ensuring compliance with local health regulations. Some states may require renewal of registration periodically. With proper setup and licensing, BHMS graduates can run successful homeopathy clinics.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
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 |
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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
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 Medica
- Third Year: Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics, Community Medicine, Homeopathic Therapeutics
- Fourth Year: Practice of Medicine, Homeopathic Repertory, Psychiatry, Research Methodology
Students also undergo a one-year compulsory internship in hospitals and clinics.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
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 overall physical and psychological condition.
- Acute Homeopathy – Remedies for short-term illnesses like colds, fevers, and injuries.
- Miasmatic Treatment – Addresses inherited or chronic diseases like tuberculosis and syphilis.
- Therapeutic Homeopathy – Focuses on disease-specific remedies for conditions like arthritis, asthma, and allergi
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9 months agoContributor-Level 10
The BHMS and MBBS courses share similarities in their initial years, covering basic medical sciences.
However, MBBS focuses on modern allopathic medicine, whereas BHMS emphasizes homeopathic principles and treatments. Clinical exposure in MBBS includes hospital-based training in surgery and emergency medicine, while BHMS students gain experience in homeopathic case-taking and holistic treatments.
Aspect | BHMS | MBBS |
|---|---|---|
Course Duration | 5.5 years (including internship) | 5.5 years (including internship) |
Core Subjects | Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Homeopathic Pharmacy, Materia Medica | Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Surgery, Medicine |
Treatment Approach | Based on holistic and natural healing using diluted remedies | Based on modern medicine, drugs, and surgeries |
Clinical Exposure | Focuses on chronic diseases, homeopathic case-taking, and repertory | Covers all medical specialties, including emergency care |
Internship Training | Homeopathy dispensaries, hospitals, and research centers | Multi-specialty hospitals, surgeries, and critical care |
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9 months agoBeginner-Level 1
For a government seat, it's not possible, but I have seen some people gain addmission in bums without qualify NEET exam but they also face problems with the university exam and unfair admission.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 9
Anyone wishing to study BHMS must follow national admission requirements in India by passing NEET exams to enter recognised colleges. The standard qualifications for BHMS admit students who achieve minimum 50% scores in their 12th-grade standard board tests among general category applicants. Your mark of 47% stands lower than the necessary admission requirements. The absense of a valid NEET score makes your admission to almost any institution impossible even if they allowed marginally flexible criteria. The admission review process includes NEET test results as its most critical component since it contributes 60-70% to both government
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9 months agoContributor-Level 6
The eligibility criteria to apply for the BHMS at Sophia Homeopathic Medical College and Research Institute is to pass Class 12 with 50% aggregate marks in the Science stream from a recognised board. Additionally, students must also appear for the entrance exam, namely NEET-UG. The minimum age to apply for the BHMS course at the college is 17 years. Interested candidates must visit the official website to learn more about the course.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 6
No, you cannot direct admission at Sophia Homeopathic Medical College and Research Institute. Admission is based on the NEET-UG entrance exam, which is a national-level exam conducted for medical courses. There is no intake of students for direct admission based on the merit scores of Class 12. The minimum eligibility requires the students to have passed Class 12 with 50% aggregate marks in the Science stream from a recognised board.
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9 months agoContributor-Level 6
Sophia Homeopathic Medical College and Research Institute provides 100 seats for the BHMS programme. However, students must note that the seat intake depends on the competition, seat availability, cutoff and competition for the course. One UG-level programme is offered at the Sophia Homeopathic Medical College and Research Institute, namely BHMS. The course is offered for a duration of 5.5 years. Interested candidates must appear for the NEET-UG exam to get admission to the college.
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