MD Microbiology

Overview

A post graduate student upon successfully qualifying in the MD (Microbiology) examination should be able to: 

1. Demonstrate competence as a clinical microbiologist 
2. Interact effectively with the allied departments by rendering services in basic as well as advanced laboratory investigations Demonstrate application of microbiology in a variety of clinical settings to solve diagnostic and therapeutic problems along with preventive measures. 
3. Play a pivotal role in hospital infection control, including formulation of antibiotic policy and management of biomedical waste. 
4. Acquire skills in conducting collaborative research in the field of Microbiology and allied sciences. 
5. Conduct such clinical/experimental research as would have significant bearing on human health and patientcare Demonstrate effective communication skills required for the practice of clinical microbiology and while teaching undergraduate students 
6. Establish good clinical microbiological services in a hospital and in the community in the fields of bacteriology, virology, parasitology, immunology and mycology. 
7. Plan, execute and evaluate teaching assignments in Medical Microbiology.
8. Plan, execute, analyze and present the research work in medical microbiology. 
9. To acquire various skills for collaborative research. 
10. To participate is various workshops/seminars/journal clubs/demonstration in the allied departments 
11. Uphold the prestige of the discipline amongst the fraternity of doctors.

Eligibility

A candidate will be eligible for registration for Post Graduate Degree, if he has completed satisfactorily one year rotating internship after passing Final M.B.B.S. Examination and has got himself registered with the State Medical Council.

Minimum Education