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a year agoContributor-Level 10
For DM Gastroenterology candidates must have completed an MD (Doctor of Medicine) in General Medicine or Pediatrics.
Also they must pass NEET SS. Strong clinical knowledge and hands-on experience in internal medicine are also important for selection.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
DM Gastroenterology is a super-specialty Medical course focusing on diagnosis and treatment of digestive system disorders. DM Gastroenterology includes diseases affecting esophagus, stomach, intestines, liver, pancreas and gallbladder.
DM Gastroenterology trains doctors in endoscopy, hepatology and gastrointestinal surgeries. DM Gastroenterology is pursued after completing an MD General Medicine and provides expertise in managing complex GI conditions.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
MBBS course is the foundational Medical degree, typically spanning 5.5 years, including a 1-year internship. MBBS prepares students to become general physicians. MD is a PG degree pursued after MBBS, usually lasting 3 years, where doctors specialize in a particular field like internal medicine, paediatrics, or radiology, gaining deeper knowledge and clinical expertise. DM is a super-speciality degree, pursued after MD, typically taking 3 years, focusing on an even narrower field.
Candidates can check the table below to see the comparison of the three courses.
Particulars | MBBS | MD | DM |
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Course Level | UG | PG | Doctorate |
Course Duration | 5 years + 6 months internship | 2 years | 3 years |
Course Fees | Government: INR 10,000 - INR 50,000 per year Private: INR 3 Lacs - INR 25 Lacs per year | INR 1,000 - INR 1 Crore | INR 5,000 - INR 20 Lakh |
Admission Criteria | Entrance-Based | Merit-Based | Entrance-Based |
Eligibility Criteria | Class 12 & NEET | MBBS | PG in Medical |
Entrance Exams | NEET | NEET SS and INI CET | NEET SS and INI CET |
Popular Colleges | Government - AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER, KGMU, AIIMS Rishikesh, etc. | AIIMS Delhi, AIIMS Jodhpur, Institute of Post-Graduate Medical Education and Research, JIPMER Puducherry | PGIMER, AIIMS Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry, Christian Medical College, etc. |
Job Profiles | MBBS Doctors, Medical Surgeons, Medical Officers, Paediatricians, General Physicians, Medical Assistants (Surgery), etc. | Dermatologists, Nutritionists, Pediatricians, Pathologists, etc. | Pharmacists, Endocrinologists, Immunologists, Cardiologists, Clinical Hematologists, Gastroenterologists, etc. |
Average Salary | INR 2.5 LPA - INR 15 LPA | INR 3 LPA - INR 30 LPA | INR 3.3 LPA - INR 40 LPA |
Top Recruiters | Medanta Hospitals, Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Fortis Healthcare Ltd, Wockhardt Ltd, Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, Apollo Hospitals Enterprises Ltd, etc. | Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Medanta- The Medicity, Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Apollo Hospitals, etc. | AIIMS, BLK Super Speciality Hospital, Fortis, Max, Lilavati Hospital, etc. |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
A Doctor of Medicine (DM in Medical) is generally considered a higher degree of specialisation than a Diplomate of National Board (DNB).
A DM in Medical is a PG medical degree that focuses on a specific medical speciality, while a DNB is a PG degree in Medicine that can be obtained in any speciality.
A DM is a three-year postgraduate medical degree that focuses on a specific medical speciality. It's considered the highest medical degree a doctor can achieve. DM in Medical courses are typically pursued after completing an MD (Doctor of Medicine).
A DNB is a three-year postgraduate medical degree that can be obtained in an
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No,
A doctorate of Medicine (DM in Medical) does not perform surgery. A DM is a post-master of Medicine (MD) degree that involves advanced study and research in a specialised area of medicine.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No, you cannot directly pursue a DM (Doctorate of Medicine) after completing MBBS. DM is a super-specialty course that requires candidates to first complete an MD (Doctor of Medicine) in a relevant medical field.
After obtaining an MD, you can then apply for a DM in Medical in your chosen super-specialty.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
No you cannot directly do a DM in General Medicine (which is a super specialty in conventional modern medicine) after a BPT and MD in Alternative Medicine.
A DM needs an MD or DNB in General Medicine usually following an MBBS degree.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
It is highest level of training for non surgical doctors which helps them to identify and manage very difficult or rare diseases that others cannot.
Pursuing DM makes doctors be advanced in their career. It also leads to high paying roles like -
- consultant
- teaching in colleges
- advanced clinical research
It is for those who want to be the expert in their chosen field also providing the best possible care for critical patients.
Hope this helped your query! All the best!
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The eligibility for admission to DM in medical courses is typically based on entrance exam results, with the cutoff scores typically being revealed by the relevant medical colleges or counselling authorities during the admissions process.
Those who meet the minimum cutoff for INI CET are eligible to take part in the INI CET counselling process. The cutoff rank offers candidates an understanding of their potential admission chances in various categories and programs.
Candidates can refer to the table below for INI CET cutoff lists for several well-known DM colleges in India.
INI CET Cut off for Popular DM Colleges in India | |
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Note: This information is sourced from the official website/couns
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The Faculty of Medicine provides two categories of DM in Medical, namely Part-time DM and Full-time DM. Refer to the details below for a comprehensive understanding of these two DM in Medical course variants.
DM in Medical Courses | Details |
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Full-time DM Courses |
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Part-Time DM in Medical Courses |
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