MD Pharmacology

Doctor of Medicine in Pharmacology

MD Pharmacology or Doctor of Medicine in Pharmacology is a postgraduate Pharmacy course. Pharmacology is the discipline of medicine and biology that studies drug action. A drug is widely defined as any man-made, natural, or endogenous (inside the cell) substance that has a biochemical and/or physiological impact on the cell, tissue, organ, or organism. The Doctor of Medicine program in Pharmacology lasts three years and is career-oriented, opening up several opportunities for students upon graduation.

MD Pharmacology Eligibility

• Candidates must have passed an MBBS degree or equivalent qualification from a recognized university.
• The candidates should have secured a minimum of 55% aggregate marks or equivalent in their MBBS degree.

MD Pharmacology Syllabus

Syllabus of Pharmacology course as prescribed by various Universities and Colleges.

MD Pharmacology Colleges

• All India Institute of Medical Sciences - AIIMS Delhi, New Delhi
• SRM Institute of Science and Technology - Kattankulathur, Kanchipuram 
• Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot

MD Pharmacology Course Suitability

• They must be able to communicate effectively in order to explain treatments to patients and negotiate and coordinate therapy with other healthcare professionals.
• Those who desire to do more research and become teachers or lecturers are also ideal candidates.
• Those interested in analyzing the day-to-day development of therapies and novel medications should take the course.
• Those who want to become acquainted with current advancements in pharmacology/emerging trends/novel mechanisms of pharmacological action, etc., are also a suitable fit.

How is the MD Pharmacology Course Beneficial?

• Following completion, they will be able to prepare and deliver a lecture, practical demonstration, and tutorial classes for students of medical and related disciplines in the field of work, as well as colleges.
• After completing the course, students will have a solid understanding of general pharmacological concepts, systemic pharmacology, and sensible drug usage.
• They can also pursue further research and teaching positions in universities and schools based on their educational qualifications, such as B.Ed and UGC-NET.
• They are capable of dealing with adverse medication reactions, therapeutic drug monitoring, and providing drug information services to underserved areas.

MD Pharmacology Employment Areas

• Colleges & Universities
• Drug Companies
• Hospitals & Clinics
• Medical Writing
• Marketing Areas
• Military Healthcare Services

MD Pharmacology Job Types

• Assistant Manager
• Academic Head & Faculty
• Direct Marketing Manager
• Medical Advisor
• Professor Associate
• Pharmacology Professor & Tutor
• Senior Manager

Advanced Course in MD Pharmacology

• Ph.D. (Pharmacology)