What are career options available after MBBS?
With the growing competition in the medical field, MBBS is no longer considered as the final qualification. So, what can be the best career options that are available after completing your MBBS?
Well, there are various options available these days after MBBS and you can choose any of them as per your aim, wishes & social desires.
Option# 1: After completing the MBBS course, medical students can obtain their registration number and can practice in any reputed hospital. Apart from this, they can also open up their own clinic and can utilize their medical skills to earn fruitfully.
Option# 2: Medical students may obtain higher specialty by continuing their post graduation in different branches of medical science and surgery (M.D /M.S/M.Ch/P.hd). Apart from it, one may also practice independently or can join a reputed firm.
Option# 3: Most of the medical students prefer doing research in the medical field after their MBBS. There are many such research organizations which offer fellowships, Phd and MSc degrees in clinical and paramedical fields. It includes:
- ICMR (Indian council for medical research)
- Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology, CCMB (center for cellular and molecular biology)
- Tata institute of fundamental research (TIFR)
- NIMHANS (national institute of medical health and neurosciences)
- World health organization (WHO)
Option# 4: Students may also pursue MBA from reputed colleges of India or abroad after their MBBS. Later, they can enjoy some challenging positions in insurance / health care and management industry in government and medical software companies. They may also join universities, private companies, WHO/UNICEF and hospital administration.
Option# 5: Candidates looking forward to earn fast and progress by serving the healthcare sector may opt for a specialization post graduation course in MD (Master’s Degree in Hospital Administration). This three years programme can help you acquire conceptual skillfulness in projecting and medical planning. You can start or join any big specialty hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, mental facilities, insurance companies, and health care consulting organizations.
Option# 6: After MBBS, students may start their career in medical IT companies, Nanotechnology and medical robotics. They may also join medical transcription services or can work as a software programmer in any reputed firm, if they have interest in software development.
Option# 7: Medical Students can also apply for public service commission examinations (UPSC) and can serve the nation in a positive way.
Option# 8: Medical students can work in various pharmaceutical companies as medico marketing officers or can also find a position as laboratory research assistants in various organizations.
There are uncountable career options available to explore after M.B.B.S. The only thing is that you need to decide and choose the one as per your personal interests.
All the Best for your Future!