Course Overview
The MD General Practice (MDGP) course at Kathmandu Medical College is designed to equip doctors with the comprehensive skills necessary to manage health problems in the community and at all levels of health care.
Course Outlines
The course covers a wide range of areas, including clinical disciplines such as Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Gynecology and Obstetrics, and Psychiatry. It also integrates components of Community Medicine, focusing on promoting health and preventing diseases.
Duration
The MDGP course lasts three years, which involves theoretical coursework, clinical rotations, and a research project.
Objectives
The course aims to train competent general practitioners who can provide comprehensive health care at the primary and secondary levels, both in urban and rural settings.
Eligibility
Applicants must hold an MBBS degree or equivalent from a recognized institution. Completion of a one-year internship and passing the entrance examination conducted by Kathmandu University are also required.
Learning Outcomes
Graduates will be equipped to manage a wide range of common and important diseases in the community. They'll be able to apply the principles of primary health care and manage health programs at the local level.
Scope
MDGP graduates are in high demand in both urban and rural health care settings, from primary health care centers to secondary-level hospitals.
Fees Structures
For detailed information about the fee structure, interested individuals should contact the administration office at Kathmandu Medical College.
Career Prospects
Graduates can pursue a variety of roles, including general practitioners in hospitals or private practices, medical officers in health centers, or health administrators.
Career Options
Career options include roles in hospitals, primary health care centers, emergency rooms, occupational health services, and health administration. They can also take up academic positions or engage in health research.
Why Choose this Course
Choosing this course provides a rewarding career for doctors looking to serve a broad spectrum of patients and conditions. This is a field where every day is different, and practitioners have the chance to build ongoing relationships with their patients.
What After
After completing the MDGP, practitioners can choose to specialize further in a specific field of interest, take up academic roles, or continue as general practitioners.
Scholarship
Information about scholarships can be obtained from the administration office at Kathmandu Medical College.
Please note that interested individuals should reach out directly to Kathmandu Medical College for the most accurate and current information.
Contact Kathmandu Medical College's administrative office for detailed information on the MD General Practice (MDGP) course, including fees, scholarships, facilities, counseling, eligibility criteria, etc.
