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Devi Prasad Shetty is a distinguished Indian cardiac surgeon and the chairman and founder of Narayana Health, a chain of 21 medical centers across India. After earning his medical degree and completing post-graduate work in General Surgery, he trained in cardiac surgery in the United Kingdom.
In 1992, Dr. Shetty performed the first successful neonatal heart surgery in India on a 9-day-old baby named Ronnie. He also operated on Mother Teresa after she suffered a heart attack and subsequently served as her personal physician. Later, he moved to Bangalore, where he founded the Manipal Heart Foundation.
Over his illustrious career, Dr. Shetty has performed over 15,000 heart surgeries. His contributions to medicine have earned him the Padma Shri and the Padma Bhushan awards. Narayana Health’s flagship heart hospital in Bangalore is the largest in the world, with 1,000 beds and an average of 30 major heart surgeries performed daily.
What is the Job all about?
The medical profession is highly service-driven, offering significant returns but demanding rigorous work and long hours. A career in medicine requires continuous effort and learning beyond the 5½ years of earning an MBBS degree. The next steps typically involve pursuing an MD (Master of Medicine) or MS (Master of Surgery), which requires an additional 2 to 3 years of study. Alternatively, one can opt for a Diploma, which takes 2 years.
In the Diploma program, there are around 30 courses available, while the Degree program offers 38 subjects. Gaining admission to these programs is challenging due to the limited number of seats and the high level of competition. For example, in Nephrology, there are only 23 seats available nationwide, making entrance exams extremely competitive.
Can you go for it?
1. MBBS
Pursuing a career in medicine demands compassion, hard work, and long hours of study. In Goa, students compete for the 150 MBBS seats available at Goa Medical College, which are allocated based on the All India NEET entrance test. The state test (G-Cet) has been discontinued.
Read more: http://www.idreamcareer.com/blog/high-private-medical-college-fees-neet-failure
Reservation of seats:
• Total number of seats for MBBS – 150 / BDS – 40
• For Goa students, seats for MBBS – 85/BDS – 34 seats reserved
(Based on NEET score)
• For other States students, seats for MBBS – 15/BDS – 6 seats reserved
(Based on NEET )
• 50% – (SC/ST/OBC), 33% – (Women), 16.66% – (PH)
2. MD
1. M.Ch. Neurosurgery
2. M.D. Radiodiagnosis
3. M.D. Forensic Medicine
4. M.D. Pharmacology
5. M.D. Microbiology
6. M.D. Medicine
7. M.D. Paediatrics
8. M.D. T.B. & Chest Diseases
9. M.D. Skin & V.D.
10. M.D. Pathology
11. M.D. Biochemistry
12. M.D. Physiology
13. M.D. Psychological Medicine
14. M.S. Anatomy
15. M.S. General Surgery
16. M.S. Orthopaedics
17. M.S. Anaesthesiology
18. M.S. Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Eligibility
In Goa:
Candidates must pass the 10+2 examination from the Goa Board of Higher Secondary Education or an equivalent recognized board. They need to achieve a minimum of 50% marks in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry combined, along with English, all in a single attempt. For SC/ST and OBC candidates, a minimum of 40% marks is sufficient.
Outside Goa:
Besides, there are four other Medical College Admission options:
1. Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC)
2. All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS)
| Name | Percentage Required | Entrance Exam | No of Seats – Gen. Category | Remarks |
| AFMC | 60% + 45% English | Yes – CEE | 130 (25 for girls) | Must join the Services |
| AIIMS | 60% + 50% English | Yes – CEE 34 | Very competitive |
Also check this website for other Medical colleges: https://collegedunia.com/medical-colleges
3. AYURVEDA
What is the Job all about?
A Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) is a 5½-year program, which includes a one-year internship. Ayurveda, an ancient system of medicine, views life as a harmonious blend of the senses, mind, body, and soul. According to Ayurvedic principles, disease arises when the natural balance between humans and nature is disrupted. The core of Ayurveda is to restore this balance using natural remedies and practices.
Ayurveda emphasizes the idea that “prevention is better than cure.” This approach involves not only treating ailments but also taking preventive measures to avoid recurrence. Ayurvedic treatments often utilize natural herbs, minerals, purification techniques, detoxification, dietary changes, and body massages to promote overall health and wellness.
Can you go for it?
Pursuing a career in Ayurveda, like any medical profession, requires dedication, deep study, and a commitment to continuous learning. This field invites those who are passionate about understanding ancient wisdom and applying it to modern-day health challenges. The profession offers not only the satisfaction of healing others and contributing to their well-being but also the potential for meaningful returns, both personally and financially.
Where to begin?
In Goa:
To pursue a career in Ayurveda, start by completing your 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB). You can then enroll in a 5½-year Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) program. In Goa, the Gomantak Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya & Research Center in Shiroda offers 30 seats annually for this program.
Outside Goa:
• Annasaheb Dange Ayurvedic Medical College, Sangli, (Maharashtra)
Islampur, A/P Ashta, Tal. Walwa, Dist. Sangli – 416301
• Ashtang Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Pune, (Maharashtra)
2062, New Sadashiv Peth, Late Vd. H.B. Paranjape Chowk, Vijaynagar Colony, Pune – 411030
• Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Jalgaon, (Maharashtra)
Vadi, P.B.No.2, Chalisgaon, Jalgaon.
• Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, Mumbai, (Maharashtra)
Near Sion Railway Station, Sion, Mumbai – 400002
• Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, Old Hubli, (Karnataka)
Hubli Ayurveda Seva Samithi, Dr. G. H. Desai Nava Ayodhya Nagar, Heggeri Extn. Hubli – 580 024
• Ayurvedic Medical College, Kolhapur, (Maharashtra)
Peth Vadgaon, Tal – Hatakanangale, Distt. Kolhapur – 416112
• B.S.P.M.’S (Baliraja Shikshan Prasarak Mandal’s) Dhanwantari Ayurved Medical College, Latur, (Maharashtra)
Opp. Kala Mandir, Nanded Road, Udgir, Latur – 413517
• B.V. College of Ayurveda, Pune, (Maharashtra)
Katraj – Dhankawadi, Pune – Satara Road, Erandawane, Pune – 411043
Job Prospects & Nature of Work:
A well-trained Ayurvedic practitioner can find employment as a Medical Officer or Doctor in both government and private Ayurvedic hospitals.
4. HOMEOPATHY
Homeopathy is a holistic medical therapy that aims to treat the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—rather than just the disease. The belief is that illness affects all three elements, and therefore, treatment should address all three simultaneously.
Education:
Degree Program (B.H.M.S.)
• Duration: 5½ years, including a 1-year compulsory internship.
• Eligibility: After completing 10+2 in PCB, candidates must pass the G-CET.
Diploma Program (D.H.M.S.)
• Duration: 4 years, including a 6-month compulsory internship.
• Eligibility: Requires completion of 10+2 in PCB.
Graded Degree Course (B.H.M.S.)
• Duration: 2 years, including a 6-month compulsory internship.
• Eligibility: Designed for diploma holders seeking to upgrade their qualifications to a degree level.
These programs provide the necessary training to practice homeopathy effectively, focusing on treating patients holistically.
Where to study
In Goa:
Goa Homeopathic College and Hospital, Shiroda
• Seats: 50 per year
• Duration: 5½ years, including a 1-year compulsory internship
Outside Goa:
Karnataka:
1. Govt. Homoeopathic Medical College
No.1178, 22 ‘B’ Cross, Magadi Main Road, Bengaluru
2. Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital
Medical College Campus, Gulbarga – 585 105
3. Father Muller Homoeopathic Medical College
Kankady, Mangalore – 575 002
4. A.M. Shaikh Homoeopathic Medical College
Nehru Nagar, Belgaum – 590 010
5. Bhartesh Homoeopathic Medical College
Dharwar Road, Belgaum – 590 016
6. S.C.S.E.S. Shiv Basav Jyoti Homoeopathic Medical College
Court Road, Chavat Galli, Belgaum – 590 002
7. Aadya Shri Nigalingeshwar Shikshana Sansthe’s S.B. Shirkoli Homoeopathic Medical College
Anant Vidya Nagar, P.B. No. 16, Sankeshwar – 591 313, Dist. Belgaum
Maharashtra:
8. Lokmanya Medical Foundation’s Homoeopathic Medical College
Near Elpro Company, Behind Auditorium of P.C.M., Chinchwad, Pune – 411 033
9. Dhondumama Sathe Homoeopathic Medical College
F.P. No. 23, Off Karve Road, Pune – 411 004
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page updated: August 2024