MD Internal Medicine

MD Internal Medicine is a 3-year postgraduate program designed to train physicians in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of adult medical disorders, preparing them for independent clinical practice, research, and teaching roles.

Description:
The program provides comprehensive training in general medicine and its subspecialties through rotations in hospitals such as Bir Hospital, Shree Birendra Hospital, Patan Hospital, and specialized centers including cardiac, cancer, mental health, and infectious disease hospitals. Residents develop skills in emergency management, patient counseling, research, and education, with exposure to advanced clinical practices across multiple specialties.

Curricular Structure (Tentative Table):

Features:

• Training in general medicine and multiple subspecialties
• Emphasis on management of medical emergencies
• Exposure to research methodology and thesis preparation
• Skills in counseling, health promotion, and preventive medicine
• Academic and clinical leadership development
• Rotations in specialized hospitals for practical experience

Fee:

• Tentative: NPR 2,381,760

Admission Process:

1. MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by Nepal Medical Council.
2. Minimum 2 years clinical experience in recognized hospitals after temporary registration.
3. Minimum 50% in MECEE-PG written entrance examination.
4. Selection based on:
   • 60% written exam
   • 40% experience and academic criteria:
     • Remote area experience (max 20%)
     • Relevant PG diplomas (5%)
     • MBBS scores (>75%: 5; >60%: 4; >50%: 3)
     • Health science certificates (max 5%)
     • SLC/equivalent scores (max 5%)

Job Prospects:

• Physician or specialist in hospitals and clinics
• Academic faculty in medical colleges
• Clinical researcher in internal medicine
• Health program administrator or consultant