Doctorate of Medicine in Homoeopathy: Eligibility, Admission Process, Syllabus, Job Prospects

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MD in Homoeopathy is a 3-year long postgraduate course in medicine including a year of house job, and remaining 2 years of research and study.

In India, there are over 2,24,279 homoeopathic doctors, 7856 government dispensaries, and 207 government hospitals that provide homoeopathy treatment. However, according to government data, 28% of Indians use one or more types of Ayurvedic treatments. Last year (2016), India spent INR 8,59,89,000 on homoeopathic research.

In India, there are 195 undergraduate homoeopathy colleges and 43 postgraduate homoeopathy colleges. NIH Kolkata is one of the 13 PG colleges in the government sector. The average course fee charged in India for the course ranges between INR 5,00,000 to INR 7,00,000 depending upon the institute offering it.

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A homoeopathic doctor's salary in the government sector ranges from Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 65,000 per month, while salaries in the private sector begin at Rs. 35,000 per month. A handsome salary of Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month is possible.

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Table of Contents

MD in Homoeopathy: Course Highlights
What is MD in Homeopathy?

2.1 What Does MD in Homeopathy Comprise?

Eligibility for MD in Homoeopathy

3.1 MD in Homoeopathy: Admission Process

MD in Homoeopathy: Syllabus and Course Description
MD in Homoeopathy: Career Prospects
Top Institutes Offering MD in Homoeopathy
MD in Homeopathy: FAQs

MD in Homoeopathy: Course Highlights

Tabulated below are some of the major highlights of the course.

Course Level	Post-Graduate
Duration	Three Years
Examination Type	Semester System
Eligibility	B.H.M.S degree from a recognized university
Admission Process	Counseling after taking Entrance Examination
Course Fee	INR 2,000 to 3,00,000
Average Starting Salary	INR 3 to 10 Lacs
Top Recruiting Fields	Hospitals, Pharmacies, Clinics, Research Centre, Colleges etc.

What is MD in Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is the branch of medicine that offers effective treatment with zero side effects. It is a system of complementary medicine in which ailments are treated by minute doses of natural substances that in larger amounts would produce symptoms of the ailment.

The course is designed to focus on in-service training rather than lectures, including elements such as conferences, GDs, seminars, clinical meetings and journal clubs and also requires the submission of a written thesis or dissertation with detailed commentary on the area of specialization.

Over 200 million people use homoeopathy on a regular basis around the world. Homoeopathy is now practised in over 80 countries. It is legally recognised as an individual medical system in 42 countries and as a component of complementary and alternative medicine in 28 countries.

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What Does MD in Homeopathy Comprise?

Each student admitted to the M.D. (Hom) programme must serve a year of mandatory housework. During this time, he must attend college OPD and IPD and examine various types of patients in OPD and IPD. Each student is required to provide clinical training to U.G students as well as interns.

Students must attend P.G Seminars and conferences as required by the Central Council of Homoeopathy in New Delhi. During the first three months of M.D(Hom) Part I, each student must choose a topic for his dissertation and write a synopsis under the supervision of the guide assigned to him, which is then submitted to M.U.H.S for approval.

Eligibility for MD in Homoeopathy

Candidates must have completed the BHMS (Direct or Graded) degree or its equivalent, as determined by the Central Council of Homoeopathy.

Those who completed the prescribed internship on or before the deadline for application submission alone are eligible for admission.
Candidates aspiring to pursue the course need to have a B.H.M.S degree with a minimum aggregate score of 60% from a university recognized by the Medical Council of India.

MD in Homoeopathy: Admission Process

For admission to the course, eligible candidates need to clear a relevant entrance exam, conducted by universities at the both State and national levels.

Candidates need to score the minimum cut- off marks specified by the university, on the basis of which a merit list is prepared and seats are allotted.
Admission to PG courses will be based on a rank list generated from the AIAPGET exam.
The entrance examination commissioner will prepare merit and category lists of candidates based on their NEET Examination rank.
They also managed the admission process for all MD(hom) seats in two government hospitals.

Important Dates

Exam Name	Registration Period	Exam Date
NEET PG	December 2022 - January 2023	March 5, 2023
INI CET	September 2023 - September 2023	November 2023

Syllabus for MD in Homoeopathy

A semester- wise breakup of the course’s syllabus is given here:

Semester 1	Semester 2
Anatomy- Applied & Clinical Aspects	Pathology (Structural Alterations in Disease)
Physiology – Applied & Clinical	Patho- Physiology (Functional Alterations in Disease)
Biochemistry & Biophysics	Bacteriology & Virology
Psychology – Applied	Parasitology
Integration of above mentioned subjects	Abnormal Psychology
Clinical Investigation
Miasmatic Correlations & Understanding of Susceptibility
Semester 3	Semester 4
History of Medicine, Logic & Philosophy	The Man in Health (Holistic Concept)
Research Methodology & Statistics	The Man in Disease (Holistic Concept)
History of Medicine, Scientific Methodology including Research Methodology & Statistics
Semester 5	Semester 6
Organon of Medicine with Homoeopathic Philosophy	Psychiatry
Practice of Homoeopathy in Medicine, Surgery & Obs/Gyn	Training & Placements

MD in Homoeopathy: Career Prospects

MD in Homoeopathy is a career- oriented field of medical science which offers lucrative employment opportunities in fields like colleges, hospitals, clinics, research centers, etc.

Listed here are some of the popular job positions offered to successful postgraduates of the discipline with the corresponding job descriptions and salaries offered.

Job Profile	Job Description	Average Annual Salary In INR
Lecturer/Professor	To teach undergraduate and graduate levels in areas allocated by and reviewed from time to time by the Head of Department, and to assist with supervision of undergraduate, taught graduate (Masters) or research graduate (M.Phil./Ph. D) students.	4 to 7 Lacs
Public Health Specialist	To work towards improvement of health of individuals, populations and communities and work with organizations and communities, such as local neighborhoods, schools and hospitals, to make them aware of their roles in promoting health.	7 to 9 Lacs
Pharmacist	To dispense and control both prescription and non-prescription medicine. They also advise customers on general healthcare.	2 to 2.5 Lacs
Consultant	To help clients improve or fix upon an area of their business	8 to 9 Lacs
Homoeopath	To prescribe patients with highly diluted substances based on their symptoms. Homeopaths run their own practices, they also have managerial, marketing and administrative duties.	3 to 5 Lacs

Top Institutes Offering MD in Homoeopathy

Listed below are some of the best institutes in India that offer MD in Homoeopathy:

College Name	City	Average Annual Fees
Government Medical College/ Rajindra Hospital (GMCP)	Patiala	1,30,000
Maharajah’s Institute of Medical Sciences (MIMS)	Andhra Pradesh	88,900
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS)	Punjab	18,000
Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS)	Nashik	27,700
Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College & Hospital	New Delhi	1,700

MD in Homeopathy: FAQs

Ques. What is the salary of Bhms MD doctor?

Ans. A homoeopathic doctor's salary in the government sector ranges from Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month, while salaries in the private sector begin at Rs. 20,000 per month.

Ques. Can I do DGO after BHMS?

Ans. You cannot do DGO if you have a BHMS qualification. However, after completing BHMS, you can work in government health care units, dispensaries, volunteer organisations, medical colleges, and corporate hospitals, or you can start your own private practise.

Ques. What is the highest degree in homeopathy?

Ans. A Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (BHMS) degree is equivalent to a Diploma in Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (DHMS). Both of these undergraduate courses fall under the umbrella of alternative, holistic medicine.

Ques. Can I do MD in medicine after BHMS?

Ans. MD in Homeopathy is the most common option for further studies after BHMS. Many graduates also pursue alternative medical programmes, such as a Master of Science in Regenerative Medicine, a Master of Science in Psychiatry, a Master of Science in Endocrinology, a Master of Hospital Administration, and so on.

Ques. Can I do MD in Gynaecology after BHMS?

Ans. No, you cannot pursue BHMS. You must first pass MBBS and then DGO. No, you cannot pursue BHMS. You must first pass MBBS before moving on to DGO.

Ques. Who earns more BDS or BHMS?

Ans. A dentist's starting salary ranges from 15,000/- to 30,000/- per month. After gaining valuable experience, an individual can earn more than 6-8 lakhs per year. BHMS: There are career opportunities available after completing BHMS not only in India but also in other countries.

Ques. Which course is best after BHMS?

Ans. Some of the major MSc courses after BHMS include,

Master of Science in Psychiatry.
M.Sc in Clinical Research.
M.Sc. Food and Nutrition.
MSc in Epidemiology.
MSc in Pharmaceutical Chemistry.
Master of Science in Endocrinology.
Master of Hospital Management (MHM)
Masters in Emergency Medicine.

Ques. Can BHMS doctor practice allopathy in Maharashtra?

Ans. If homoeopaths begin treating patients with allopathic drugs, they are violating the MCI [Medical Council of India] Act, but the Maharashtra government has assured them that they can practise allopathy despite the Council's objections.