DM in Medical Oncology

National Academy of Medical Sciences
3 years
Rs. 2590000
Updated December 21, 2025

University

National Academy of Medical Sciences

Duration

3 years

Fee

Rs. 2590000

Colleges

1+

Summary

DM in Medical Oncology is a three‑year super‑specialty program after MD Internal Medicine, training physicians in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancers. Graduates are prepared for independent clinical practice, research, and academic roles in oncology.

Description
The program provides advanced training in medical oncology, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, palliative care, and management of hematologic and solid tumors. Trainees gain experience in outpatient, inpatient, and emergency oncology care, participate in academic activities, and complete a research project or thesis. Graduates are qualified to work in tertiary care hospitals, oncology centers, and academic institutions.

 

Description

Curricular Structure (example key domains)

Year / DomainFocus areas
Training Years 1–3Clinical oncology, diagnostics, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, patient management
Applied Basic Medical ScienceAnatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology
General MedicineEmergency and critical care, infectious diseases, rheumatology, fluid/electrolyte balance, allergy, nutrition, preventive medicine, mental health, molecular/genetic diseases, palliative care
Subspecialty ModulesOncology, Hematology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology, Pulmonology
Research & EthicsBiostatistics, Medical Ethics, Medical Education, Communication, Medicolegal issues
Clinical RotationsInpatient care, outpatient clinics, chemotherapy units, palliative care, ICU management
Academic ActivitiesSeminars, journal clubs, case presentations
ResearchThesis or project aligned with national requirements

Features

Features

  • Three-year full-time residency post-MD Internal Medicine.
  • Extensive clinical exposure across medical oncology subspecialties.
  • Research or thesis requirement.
  • Recognition by Nepal Medical Council and national DM/MCh regulations.

 

Admission Process

Admission process

  • MD Internal Medicine or equivalent required.
  • Registration with Nepal Medical Council or equivalent.
  • Entrance exam: 200 single best response MCQs, 3 hours, pass marks 100.
  • Exam covers Applied Basic Medical Sciences, General Medicine, Subspecialty subjects, Miscellaneous topics.
  • Selection based on merit of examination scores and additional weightage for service experience where applicable.
  • Application through national MEC/DM-MCh/NBMS-SS process with applicable fees.

 

 

Job Prospects

Job prospects

  • Consultant medical oncologist in hospitals and specialized cancer centers.
  • Faculty positions in medical colleges and teaching hospitals.
  • Specialist in hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, palliative oncology, or clinical trials.
  • Researcher or principal investigator in oncology studies.

Colleges Offering This Course

National Academy for Medical Sciences