MBBS FULL FORM | SUBJECTS | SYLLABUS

MBBS is one of the most popular course worldwide for graduating as doctor. But there is alot about MBBS to know than just full form of MBBS.

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WHAT AFTER MBBS?

In this article, we will discuss the following:-

1. MBBS FULL FORM

2. MBBS AS DEGREE

3. HISTORY OF MBBS

4. DURATION AND SUBJECTS

MBBS FULL FORM

Full form of MBBS is Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of surgery, which is derived from latin word- MBBS meaning Medicinae Baccalaureus, Baccalaureus Chirurgiae. Therefore, MBBS is actually a combined version of latin and english words.

MBBS AS DEGREE

MBBS is an A-level professional degree or more precisely, Undergraduate course for becoming doctor. This is one of the most renowned degree through which one can practice medical.

The title "Dr" or Doctor can then be used before name to refer the person. This is not just a title, it's a title of courtesy indeed!

HISTORY OF MBBS

The MBBS trend was initially from UK or British culture, where MBBS degree was awarded to people for higher authority of medical service. Nowadays, it's rewarded after completion of the course, in different countries,especially the asian countries namely India, Russia, China, Pakistan, Bangladesh and alot more.

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After completion of MBBS, the person takes the renowned HIPPOCRATIC OATH, to pledge to the service with heart and soul. The courtesy to serve, is actually one of the most difficult tasks in the world. The student has to finish 5.5 years (five and a half!) to be called as doctor.

DURATION AND SUBJECTS IN MBBS

MBBS is a 5.5 year course including Theory and Clinical practice.

The duration and subjects taught are as:-

First year MBBS

Duration: 1 year
Subjects: Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry

Second year MBBS

Duration: 1.5 years
Subjects: Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology and Forensic medicine

Third year MBBS

Duration: 1 year
Subjects: Ophthalmology, ENT and Community medicine

Fourth year MBBS

Duration: 1 year
Subjects: Surgery, Medicine, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Internship

Duration: 1 year
In this time period, students are exposed to clinical practice by working at hospitals.

Therefore, a total of 4.5 years of theory (1+1.5+1+1) and 1 year of internship makes it 5.5  of course.



So, the full form of MBBS is not just what you need to know, you also need to know why it is one of the toughest yet renowned course of world. Perhaps that's why many people refer Doctors as Gods. Theres alot more to do AFTER MBBS, that's why a doctor always have to study throughout their life to serve their patients the best way they can.