Postgraduate Courses (MD in Homeopathy)

HOMOEOPATHY POST-GRADUATE DEGREE COURSE- DOCTOR OF MEDICINE IN HOMOEOPATHY

COURSE DETAILS

Duration:

• The Course shall be regular, full time and for a duration of three years.
• The student shall be regular and will be resident during one year of house-job in the campus

The objective of homoeopathy post-graduate training programme are

1. Recognise the importance of Homoeopathy in context with National priorities and health
   needs of the community;
2. Practice Homoeopathy ethically and in step with the principles of the system;
3. Develop skills as a self-directed learner, recognise continuing education needs, select and use
   appropriate learning resources;
4. Demonstrate competence in basic concepts of research methodology and epidemiology and be
   able to critically analyse relevant published research literature;
5. Identify social, economic, environmental, biological and emotional determinants of health in
   a given case, and take them into account while planning therapeutic, rehabilitative, preventive
   and promotive measures or strategies;
6. Diagnose health problems and manage as per the scope of homoeopathy on the basis of
   clinical assessment, investigations etc;
7. Demonstrate scientific acumen by undertaking dissertation or research project using proper
   research methodology;
8. Play the assigned role in the implementation of national health programmes with
   homoeopathy, effectively and responsibly;
9. Organise and supervise the chosen or assigned health care services demonstrating adequate
   managerial skills in the AYUSH clinic or hospital or in the field; and
10. Develop skills in using educational methods and techniques applicable to the teaching of
    homoeopathy medical students.

The post-graduate curriculum is a competency-based integrated framework

The curriculum will include:

1. Theoretical and applied knowledge: In-depth understanding of both theoretical concepts and their
   practical applications relevant to the specialty.
2. Practical, clinical, community, and management skills: Development of hands-on skills in
   clinical practice, community health, and management specific to the specialty area.
3. Completion of dissertation work: Completion of a research dissertation as a key component of the
   program.
4. Research publication or presentation: Requirement to either publish or submit a research article
   in a peer-reviewed scientific journal or present a paper at the National Conference of the relevant
   society.
5. Soft skills and attributes: Emphasis on developing interpersonal and communication skills
   necessary for professional practice.
6. Training in research methodology, medical ethics, and medico legal aspects: Comprehensive
   training in research methods, ethical practice, and understanding of legal issues in medicine.
7. Professionalism and lifelong learning: Fostering a commitment to professionalism and
   continuous learning throughout one’s career.

SUBJECTS OF SPECIALISATION FOR HOMOEOPATHY POST-GRADUATE DEGREE COURSE

FIRST PROFESSIONAL SESSION

Each programme shall be divided into two parts comprising of eighteen month each in M.D.(Homoeopathy) Part-I and M.D.(Homoeopathy) Part-II respectively.

The Courses under Part-I of each programme

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR MD (HOMOEOPATHY) COURSE

1. Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery or equivalent qualification in Homoeopathy included in the Schedule or medical qualification recognition list under the provisions of the Act, after undergoing a course of study of not less than five years and six months duration including one-year compulsory rotatory internship
2. Qualified in All-India AYUSH Post-graduate Entrance Test (AIAPGET) for the said academic year conducted by an authority designated by the National Commission for Homoeopathy
3. The candidate has registered himself with the State Board or NCH.