M.D

The MD Pathology is a postgraduate MD degree focused on the study of diseases through the examination of tissues, cells, and bodily fluids. MD in Pathology delves into various aspects of pathology, including general pathology, systemic pathology, clinical pathology, and laboratory medicine. 

Graduates of the MD Pathology course are equipped to work as pathologists in hospitals, diagnostic centres, and research institutions, and can pursue further specialisation or academic roles. MD in Pathology is essential for those seeking to become experts in disease diagnosis and management.

The eligibility criteria for MD at Maharashtra Institute of Medical Education and Research Talegaon is: the candidate needs to have an MBBS degree or a provisional MBBS pass certificate that satisfies the requirements of the Indian Medical Council Act of 1956, which has been abolished, and the NMC Act of 2019. Additionally, the candidate must hold a permanent or interim MBBS registration certificate issued by the State Medical Council, the NMC, or the former Medical Council of India. The candidate needs to have finished their internship in a year or be on track to finish it by March 31, 2023, at the latest.

No, the Pharm D course does not directly qualify you for MD programs, which are typically reserved for MBBS graduates.

However, if you are really passionate about the course, you may still explore related postgraduate medical programs like MD in Clinical Pharmacology or other specialised courses that align with your PharmD background.

It's crucial to research the specific eligibility criteria and entrance exams required for these programs in India.

DM in Cardiology is one such higher academic degree course incorporating the study, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases or disorders related to the heart and blood vessels. This highly specialized course aims at those medical professionals who wish to become experts in the branch of Cardiology.

The DM in Cardiology course usually encompasses thorough coursework with manifold activities, rigorous clinical rotations, and research. The duration of the program may vary depending on the institution, but it generally runs for a few years.

Yes, with a DM in Cardiology, one acquires skill in the performance of procedures such as angiograms, angioplasties, and PTMCs. All these interventions involve introducing wires through the wrist or thigh up to the heart—very specialized skills that not all cardiologists possess.
After DM, most cardiologists seek fellowships or FNB in Interventional Cardiology to learn and master these techniques.
Further, to specialize as a Cardiac Surgeon, one needs an MS/DNB in General Surgery followed by an MCh/DNB in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Yes, you can definitely pursue MD after BHMS. 

It is possible to do specialisation in an area of Medicine through MD courses. Specialization can bring deepening of knowledge and particular skill development in a specific field such as Pediatrics, Dermatology, or Psychiatry. Having a degree in MD opens more career opportunities than with just a BHMS.