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What you can do after MBBS? Alternate career options?

          

 Dear Medicos &Young doctors

Season's Greetings on behalf of IMA AP state.

Now you are a member of noble profession & member of prestigious and largest professional association-IMA! The field is buzzed with PG courses &NEET PG exams.

But if you introspect and do introspection, definitely you will find more lucrative careers.

Let us see....

what are the opportunities after MBBS?

                The various opportunities after MBBS are:

·         Government Jobs in health services departments

·         Defence Services: Jobs in Army, Navy and Air Force

·         Employment in Hospital Chains 

·         Opportunities in Research and Academics 

·         Career in Health Administration/Hospital Management 

·         Biomedical Engineering and Sciences 

·         Self-employment through private practice/ Public health 

In Foreign countries:

·         If you wish to pursue courses after MBBS in the USA, you would have to appear for USMLE for PG aspirants.

·         Similarly, if you wish to pursue your education after an MBBS in the U.K.You will have to appear for PLAB, while the one in Australia after course completion is offered by The Australia Medical Council and is called the AMC test.

Courses after MBBS without NEET PG

There are several non-medical career options after MBBS for those curious about exploring managerial careers or other interdisciplinary job areas. Some of the popular courses after MBBS without NEET PG:

·         MBA in Hospital Management and Hospital Administration

·         MBA in Bioinformatics

·         MSc in Computational Biology

·         MBA/Masters in Pharmaceutical Marketing

·         Quality Management and Control

·         Medical Administration

·         Bigdata Healthcare Management

·         Yoga and Wellness

·         E-medicine Content and Marketing

Short term Courses After MBBS: 

Here are some short-term courses that would give the medical career added value:

·         Critical Care Medicine

·         Post-Graduation Certificate Course in Emergency Service

·         Post-Graduate Certificate Course in Critical Care

·         Diabetes Management

·         Training in Occupational Health

·         PGDCC (Post-Graduate Diploma in Clinical Cardiology)

·         Basic Life Support.

Career Options After MBBS

As the world of medical science is continuously progressing and leading towards many interdisciplinary specialisations, MBBS graduates can explore a plethora of career options in different fields after completing a medical degree. Below we have listed some of the top alternative career options after MBBS:

·         Medical Teacher/Professor

·         Hospital Administration

·         Public Health Work

·         Medical Journalism & Medical Writing

·         Investment Banking

·         Entrepreneurship

·         Health Informatics & Analytics

·         Medico-Legal Advisor

·         Forensic Psychiatry

·         Academic Medicine

·         Radiology/Diagnostic Imaging

·         Clinical Forensic Medical Examiner

·         Sports Medicine

·         Transplant Coordinator

·         Medical or Pharmaceutical Researcher

·         Public Services (UPSCSSC, etc.)

·         Academic Medicine

Let’s get to know about these alternative career options after MBBS in further more detail: 

·         Health Informatics and Analytics : In order to provide effective and efficient healthcare services to masses at large, capturing, storing, and analyzing data is crucial. This is where Health Informatics and Analytics course can come in handy. Available either in the form of a diploma or degree programs, enlisted are some universities that offer this one of the unique alternative courses after MBBS:

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Centennial College

The George Washington University

University of Limerick

Griffith University

Clinical Research

Clinical Research courses are amongst the top programs that can be pursued after MBBS. This area of study deals with the study of the effectiveness of different medical processes, drugs, and treatments that are subject to human use. Candidates willing to make a career in research can opt for this course to work at research labs of government departments and hospitals. A diploma course in this field is offered by many universities abroad.

Exercise Medicine/Sports and Exercise Science

If you want to build a career in the medical industry but in a different specialization then master courses after MBBS in Sports and Medicine Exercise is the most suitable choice for you! Generally running for a period of 1-2 years, these programs help in the overall skill development of the students apart from imparting knowledge on diseases, their

 

PG Courses After MBBS 2022

Here are the best specialisations for MD/MBA/MTech/MS courses after MBBS:

·         MD in Aerospace Medicine

·         MD in Dermatology

·         MD in Forensic Medicine

·         MD in Radiodiagnosis

·         MTech Biomedical Engineering

·         MBA in Healthcare Management

·         MBA in Hospital Administration

·         MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management

·         Masters in Public Administration

·         Masters in Healthcare Management

·         Masters in Hospital Administration

·         Master of Occupational Health and Safety Science

·         Masters in Medical Science & Technology

·         Masters in Epidemiology

·         MS in Clinical Psychology

·         MS in Gynecology

·         MS in Microbiology

·         MS in Cosmetic surgery

·         MCh in Neuro Surgery

·         MCh in Surgical Gastroenterology

·         MCh in Urology

·         MCh in Cardio-Thoracic Vascular Surgery

MD/MS/Diploma   

Most students choose to continue with their higher studies. In a field that is as diverse as medicine and offers various opportunities and choices, there can be a sense of uncertainty regarding the area of specialization. Like the PhD indicates a higher level of qualification in fields of humanities and commerce etc. a Doctor of Medicine (MD) indicates a higher level of specialization among students pursuing medical. Students can either pursue traditional specializations or those in upcoming areas in the field of medicine.

Masters in Medical Science & Technology (MMST)

With advancements being made in the field of science and medicine daily, there are is more knowledge around. The upcoming streams also mean an opportunity to engage with those novel and upcoming specializations. One of the most popular upcoming courses after MBBS is Masters in Medical Sciences and Technology, this new area combines both sciences and technology. Offered by limited universities to meritorious students, this course can take your career to places. The program concentrates on Medical Biotechnology, Bioinformatics,  Healthcare Imaging, etc.

Diploma/Master’s in Operational Health

Another emerging and popular courses after MBBS are in that in Occupational Health and Safety domain. These courses impart extensive knowldege and prepare the students to ensure the well being of individuals. From tackling health-related ailments to preventing any kind of workplace disaster, the graduates will acquire many competencies throughout the journey of the course.

M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering & Biological Sciences

Among courses that can be pursued after MBBS, another popular name is MTech. Students who are interested in the technical aspect of the Medicinal domain can sign up for this course. This postgraduate degree can be 1 to 2 years long depending upon the university one plans to join. There are a plethora of Biomedical Engineering jobs in the market.

Diplomate of National Board (DNB)

Considered equivalent to an MD/MS and recognized by the Medical Council of India(MCI), the DNB is one of the popular courses after MBBS. Running for a period of 3 years, the course imparts knowledge in the field of their choice and equips students with skills necessary to deal in emergency situations. To pursue this postgraduate diploma course offered by the National Board of Examinations, the students have to clear an MBBS degree with 50% minimum marks and also have to clear the CET-NBE.

Masters in Public Health

Public Health is a famous area of specialization taken up by various students looking up to study medical postgraduate courses from abroad. Master in Public Health is amongst the top pursued courses after MBBS and is offered at top academic institutions across the globe.

Combined Medical Services (CMS)

Every year, lakhs of students in India appear for various exams to pursue higher education in the medical field. Apart from the aforementioned Medical Science courses, there are many popular courses after MBBS which can be pursued in India. If you are not willing to pursue another academic qualification after MBBS but want to kickstart your medical career in reputed government organizations, then the Combined Medical Services is an option worth considering. The exam is conducted by UPSC to recruit candidates for various posts like General Duty Medical Officer and Assistant Divisional Medical Officer course, and treatment through Exercise and Sports. 

·         UPSC conducts Combined Medical Services Examination every year in the month of July/August for recruitment into government institutions like Railways, Municipal Corporations as Medical Officers.

·         Candidates can appear in the exam after clearing the final year of their MBBS degree.

·         The prestige, pride, and power associated with the UPSC CMS are far more in Indian society.

·         For some, getting recruited through UPSC is of utmost priority considering the esteem, repute, and honor associated with UPSC jobs.

·         It is a good option if you want a permanent job with the government and if you like to be a part of the administrative workforce of the hospital.

Masters in Health Administration

A master’s degree in Health Administration after pursuing MBBS can equip students with skills to manage clinics, hospitals, and other health-related departments. Usually, this postgraduate course is 3 years long in duration and is readily offered by universities abroad.

 

MBA After MBBS

·         MBA in Healthcare Management

·         MBA in Hospital Administration

·         MBA in Hospital Management

·         MBA in Bioinformatics

·         MBA in Medical Administration

·         MBA in Computational Biology

·         MBA after MBBS

Many people are also pursuing an MBA after MBBS so that they have a better knowledge of how to administer their staff and provide the best services. MBA courses after MBBS open up another door of opportunities for students. The field of healthcare is revolutionizing and bettering due to people who wish to combine the learning's of an MBA degree to better the deliverance in the healthcare sector. You can pursue numerous specialized degrees like MBA Healthcare Management or Hospital Management as well as Hospital Administration courses.

MBA After MBBS Specialisations ---- Duration

MBA in Healthcare  -- 2 years

MBA in Hospital Administration and Health Care Management --- 2 years

MBA in Healthcare Management ----- 2 years

MBA in Hospital and Healthcare Management  ----2 years

PGD in Hospital Management ------ 1-2 years

PGD in Health Management ----- 1-2 years

PGD in Hospital Administration ---- 1-2 years

 

Here are the top colleges to pursue MBA after MBBS in India:

·         IIMs

·         XLRI Xavier School of Management, Jamshedpur

·         IITs Kharagpur, Delhi, Bombay, etc.

·         SP Jain Institute of Management and Research

·         Faculty of Management Studies, Delhi

·         SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai

·         Indian Institute of Foreign Trade Delhi

·         NIT, Tiruchhapalli

·         Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai

There is also an available option for a dual degree in MD and MBA. Enlisted are some of the popular colleges to pursue an MBA abroad:

·         UCLA Anderson School of Management, University of California

·         Columbia Business School, Columbia University

·         Darden School of Business, University of Virginia

·         The Fuqua School of BusinessDuke University

·         The Goizueta School of Business, Emory University

Clinical Research

When it comes to the sphere of research, India is still growing and developing. Thus, there is an immense need for and demand for clinical researchers.

Various institutes that offer research opportunities are ICMR (Indian Council for Medical Research), CIMAP, CCMB (Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology), St. John's Research Institute.

One can also join the WHO. Many institutes like AIIMS, PGI, NIMHANS, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, Mumbai (TIFR) offer a Ph.D. degree.

Upcoming courses in Medical Sciences and Technology
Masters in Medical Sciences and Technology is an upcoming stream. It imparts skills that combine sciences and engineering to doctors to train them for the state-of-the-art medical research in Medical Imaging and Image Analysis, Biomaterials and Implants, Regenerative Medicine, Stem Cells, Medical Statistics, Telemedicine, Biomedical Instrumentation, Early Detection of Cancer, Immuno-technology, Clinical Biomarkers, Biosensors, Recombinant DNA Technology, regenerative medicine, Biomedical Simulation. MMST is also offered by the IIT's which deals with Bioinformatics, medical biotechnology, healthcare imaging, etc.

Options Abroad
Medicos can also opt for foreign studies to pursue higher education in different countries. The process to study medicine abroad is different. For instance, PLAB is for pursuing higher studies in the UK while the USA has USMLE for PG aspirants and Australia Medical Council has AMC exams. All of these facilitate the process of higher studies in the respective countries as well as job opportunities after course completion.

 All the best

 

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