M.D. (Homoeopathy) Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy

Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy is a Postgraduate Academic Degree which is awarded for a course or program in Homoeopathy. It is also known as M.D. (Hom.) which is an abbreviated form of Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy degree. The term M.D. is a Latin word which stands for 'Medicinæ Doctor' which means 'Teacher of Medicine'. The duration of Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy is 3 years which includes 1 year of house job, during which the candidates shall be residents in the campus and shall receive training. The 3 years maybe divided into 6 terms of 6 months each. The emphasis of the course is on in- service training rather than didactic lectures. The candidate will be required to take part in seminars, group discussions, clinical meetings and journal club. The candidate would also be required to write a thesis or dissertation with detailed commentary which will provide the candidate with necessary background of training in research. M.D. (Hom.) course includes training meant to produce world class professionals, practitioners, researchers and excellent teachers in Homoeopathy. Central Council of Homoeopathy (CCH) is a statutory apex body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Department of Indian Systems of Medicine & Homoeopathy. CCH prescribes and recognises all Homoeopathic medicine  education in India; any university or medical institutions desiring to grant a medical qualification in Homoeopathy is required to apply to the Council, above all it prescribes course curriculum, evolves standards of education and maintains central registers of homoeopathy physicians. National Institute of Homoeopathy, Calcutta, an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is a model academic institute of Homoeopathy in India. Post Graduate Education in Homoeopathy was introduced in 1989  The Entrance Examination for B.H.M.S. course is usually held in June/July every year. Some of the top Homoeopathic Medicine Schools are National University of Homoeopathy - Calcutta, University of Health Science - Vijayawada and Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences - Bangalore.

Eligibility

The eligibility requirement for M.D. (Hom.) is B.H.M.S. degree. The admission is based on performance at entrance test conducted by various Institutes.

Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy Subjects

There are General and Special subjects in M.D.(Hom.)

General Subjects:

1. Man in Health (Holistic concept).
2. Man in Disease (Holistic concept).
3. History of Medicine, Scientific Methodology, including Research Methodology and Statistics.

Special Subjects:

1. Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy.
2. Homoeopathic Materia Medica.
3. Repertory.
4. Homoeopathic Pharmacy.
5. Practice Of Medicine.
6. Paediatrics.
7. Psychiatry.

A candidate for M. D. (Hom.) can opt for one of the Special Subjects as his speciality, at the time of admission and the degree shall be awarded in that speciality.

Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy Specialisations

• M. D. (Hom.) in Materia Medica.
• M. D. (Hom.) in Organon of Medicine & Homoeopathic Philosophy.
• M. D. (Hom.) in Repertory.
• M. D. (Hom.) in Practice of Medicine.
• M. D. (Hom.) in Homoeopathic pharmacy.
• M. D. (Hom.) in Paediatrics.

Who can and Who should pursue Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy Degree

The Doctor of Homoeopathic Medicine degree is a practitioner program meant for serious students who plan to pursue careers in Homoeopathy. Candidates who are good listeners, cool and calm, skilled at explaining complex issues in a simple manner are best suited for pursuing this degree. People who are able to inspire trust, and form a rapport with all kinds of people and have an analytical mind, are confident, enthusiastic and energetic to promote and build a practice are also suited for this holistic medicine field. One should go for higher studies like M.D. (Hom.) if they want better employment opportunities especially in teaching field.

Advantages or Benefits of Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy Degree

• M.D. (Hom.) is a very flexible career option as it can be started later in life and one can continue until older age.

• Homoeopaths can also work part time only or build up a busy practice and develop into a full time occupation with earnings increasing with the growth of the practice.

• This herbal alternative medicine has the capability of restoring the sick to health by providing quality medical service in a simple, easy, harmless, and economic way which can provide real health, happiness and peace of mind.

Doctor of Medicine in Homoeopathy Jobs

With experience, Homoeopaths can move onto running seminars, tutorials, teaching at colleges/universities or supervising students and other practitioners and writing articles, books and health journals. They may get involved in homoeopathic research, or advise manufacturers on the production of homoeopathic medicines as well.

Employment Areas

• Clinics.
• Charitable Institutions.
• Consultancies.
• Homoeopathic Pharmacy.
• Hospitals.
• Medical Colleges.
• Pharmacies.
• Research Institutes.
• State Dispensaries
• Training Institutes.

Job Types

• Doctor.
• Consultant.
• Pharmacist.
• Private practice.
• Public health specialists.
• Researchers.
• Teachers.