MD (Doctor of Medicine) and MS (Master of Surgery) are postgraduate medical degrees pursued after MBBS. These courses equip doctors with advanced clinical and surgical skills in specialized areas of medicine, such as Pediatrics, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology, Orthopedics, ENT, and more.

Whether you plan to pursue MD/MS in India or study abroad, both pathways offer excellent training and career opportunities—but differ in terms of admission process, cost, and licensing.

📘 Course Overview

🎓 Popular MD Specializations

• MD in General Medicine

• MD in Pediatrics

• MD in Radiology

• MD in Dermatology

• MD in Anesthesia

• MD in Psychiatry

• MD in Pathology

• MD in Community Medicine

🏥 Popular MS Specializations

• MS in General Surgery

• MS in Orthopedics

• MS in ENT (Otorhinolaryngology)

• MS in Obstetrics & Gynecology

• MS in Ophthalmology

🇮🇳 MD/MS in India

✅ Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS from an NMC-recognized medical college

• Completion of 1-year rotatory internship

• Permanent or provisional registration with NMC or SMC

📝 Entrance Exam

• NEET-PG (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – Post Graduate)

• Conducted by NBE (National Board of Examinations)

📍Top Government Medical Colleges (India)

📍Top Private Medical Colleges (India)

🌍 MD/MS Abroad

Studying MD/MS abroad is ideal for students who:

• Want affordable alternatives to Indian private colleges

• Seek globally recognized qualifications

• Are open to working or settling abroad

🧾 Popular Destinations

🌐 Benefits of MD/MS Abroad

• No NEET-PG required in many countries

• World-class infrastructure and clinical exposure

• Global license exams (USMLE, PLAB) pathways

• English-taught programs in countries like Philippines, Georgia, Ukraine

• Affordable fee structure in Eastern Europe & Asia

Note: Indian students must ensure the university is listed in WDOMS (World Directory of Medical Schools) and comply with NMC guidelines if they wish to practice in India later.

🧑‍⚕️ Career After MD/MS

• Government & Private Hospital Consultant

• Teaching Faculty in Medical Colleges

• Clinical Practice or Super-Specialization (DM/MCh)

• Research & Public Health Roles

• Opportunities in Medical Tourism, Pharma, HealthTech

💰 Fee Comparison (Indicative)

🔗 Useful Links

• NEET PG Info – nbe.edu.in

• World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS)

• USMLE Official Site

• UK GMC PLAB Exams

• NMC India Guidelines