How To Become ENT Specialist In India

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How To Become ENT Specialist In India

 

Becoming an otolaryngologist in India or abroad is not easy. It requires years of study and dedication. In this article,we will tell you how you can become ENT specialist in India. 

Who Is An Otolaryngologist?

Otolaryngologists are commonly known as ENT specialists(ear, nose, throat). They treat the diseases related to the 3 organs- ear, nose, and throat. It also covers up the entire area of the Cervical, Collar Bone, and Neck Upward area.

Is It Advantageous To Become An ENT Specialist?

Nowadays, there is an increased demand for specialist doctors as we all know. Ear, nose, and throat all these organs are very subtle and require specialized care. So, ENT specialists are always in demand. It is really advantageous to study otolaryngology 

 

How To Become ENT Specialist?

 

  • After completing an MBBS degree from a recognized institute, candidates can apply for MS in (ENT)
  • For this, candidates have to medical Entrance Tests like- All India Post Graduate Medical/Dental Entrance Exam, Jawaharlal Institute of Post-graduate Medical Education and Research Entrance Exam
  • Those who want to go for further specialization or research work can also opt for M.Ch.(ENT) or/and P.hD. (ENT) courses after completion of 2-3 years of M.S.(ENT) courses.

Courses Related To Otolaryngology

There are various medical courses available related to ENT.

  • Diploma in ENT – 2 years
  • Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology – 2 years
  • Doctor of Medicine in ENT – 3 years
  • Master of Surgery in ENT – 3 years
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Otorhinolaryngology – 2 years
  • Diploma in Laryngology and Otology (DLO) – 2 years
  • Pediatric ENT
  • Otology and Rhinology
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Facial plastic surgery
  • Neurotology / Skull base surgery

 

Top Colleges To Study Otolaryngology

  • Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)
  • All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
  • Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
  • CMC Vellore – Christian Medical College
  • KMC Mangalore – Kasturba Medical College
  • St Johns Medical College, Bangalore
  • MS Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore
  • AFMC Pune – Armed Forces Medical College
  • Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
  • HIMSR New Delhi – Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research

Duties Of An ENT Specialist

  • To examine medical and surgical disorders of the ear, nose, and throat.
  • May also assist eye surgeons, neurosurgeons, and general surgeons in complex cases.
  • ENT specialists can carry out surgery on some fixed days.
  • To perform surgeries on voice box & face and find treatment for any hearing problem.

 

Career Prospects For Otolaryngology

The ENT specialists can work as

  • ENT assistant
  • ENT Surgeon
  • Consultant
  • Private practitioners
  • Professors
  • Researcher

The career prospects for ENT specialists are excellent. They can shift abroad if they want to. The medical degrees obtained from India are recognized and valid all over the world. They can earn 50-80K per month. 

 

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