Master of Surgery (MS)
A Masters of Surgery, or MS, is a postgraduate medical credential. Upon earning their MBBS degree, candidates may choose to specialise in surgical medicine. The MS degree programme could require an additional three years, depending on the candidate’s qualifications. This degree programme aids the candidate’s skill development for becoming a surgeon.
Eligibility Criteria for MS
The “Postgraduate Medical Education Regulations, 2000” issued by the MCI specify the prerequisites for MS programme enrollment. The MS programme was only open to applicants who had successfully finished the MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) programme. They have to have finished a one-year required rotational internship in order to be eligible for the MS programme. They also need to be accredited by another state medical council or MCI.
MS Course: Skills required
Knowledge of the relevant specialty with expertise
Being aware of the fundamental morals and values of healthcare
Factors influencing biological, emotional, environmental, social, and economic health
Planning interventions and strategies for primal, therapeutic, rehabilitative, and preventative purposes
Empathy and humanity are shown towards patients.
Familiarity with the National Health Programme
Capabilities for management expertise in epidemiology and research methods
Critical thinking abilities
- Rapid problem-solving and thought processes
Examination for Admission to the MS (Master of Surgery) Programme
To be considered for admission to MS degree programmes, candidates must pass the NEET PG exam. Most Indian colleges accept NEET PG scores for admission to MS programmes. A few universities, such as JIPMER, PGIMER, and AIIMS, have their own entrance exams for MS programme enrolment.
MS course structure
As was previously mentioned, the MS degree programme has a three-year course duration. The curriculum for the MS degree programme has been divided by MCI into five primary sections, which are as follows
Research methodological training
Communicative attitudes and abilities
Thesis expertise
Theoretical knowledge
Clinical and practical expertise
There is just one internal test or assessment for postgraduate students. They will have to show up for both written and practical exams at the end of the course. They also have to present a thesis, the topic of which can be chosen by the candidate in consultation with a faculty member. The quality of the thesis will have an impact on the candidate’s score, and it must be turned in six months prior to the final exam.
Master of Surgery (M.S.) Courses:
| Specialization | Subject | Details |
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General Surgery |
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A postgraduate surgical programme is the Master of Surgery in General Surgery, or M.S. General Surgery. Surgery is a branch of medicine that treats disease or damage through surgical techniques. Within the field of surgery, general surgery handles the surgical management of hernias and other abdominal organs, including the intestines, including the oesophagus, stomach, colon, liver, and thyroid gland. |
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ENT |
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Students must study for three years in order to complete the MS ENT programme. It is a postgraduate programme in medicine, surgery, and ENT that is full-time. In India, MS ENT's main objective is to prepare students for the rapidly evolving healthcare industry. |
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Orthopedics |
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The Master of Surgery in Orthopaedics, or MS Orthopaedics, is a three-year postgraduate programme. Graduate students with a degree in the subject from an accredited university may apply to this programme. This course helps students think more creatively and manage their time better so they can generate original insights into surgical details. Since orthopaedics is such a broad field, students are free to specialise in any way they see fit by selecting elective courses. |
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Ophthalmology |
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The Master of Surgery in Opthalmology, or MS Ophthalmology, is a two-year postgraduate course of study. Students can apply to this programme if they have a respectable MBBS score. In order to generate novel insights into ocular anatomy and surgery, this course helps students develop their thinking and management skills. Advanced anatomy, physiology, and eye disorders are included in the MS Ophthalmology course list. |
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Obstetrics & Gynaecology |
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The two-year MS in Obstetrics and Gynaecology programme covers a thorough understanding of both surgical problems and obstetrics and gynaecology. Students enrolled in this postgraduate degree programme will be able to perform a range of surgical and healthcare tasks in professional healthcare and hospital organisations. |
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Anatomy |
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A master's degree in anatomy is called an MS Anatomy. Basic anatomy, anatomy history, anatomy elements, advanced anatomy technology, and other subjects are taught in this degree programme. Graduates are usually hired for positions in the health industry, teaching, research, senior medical coder, anatomy professor, medical scientist, and research assistant roles. |
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Neurosurgery |
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The two-year postgraduate Master of Surgery in Neurosurgery (MS Neurosurgery) programme teaches students how to identify and treat issues with the brain and spinal cord. Numerous concepts and disciplines related to neurology, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, and neuropathology, are covered in the MS Neurosurgery Syllabus. |
Top Colleges for MS
| S.No | Name of the College |
|---|---|
| 1 | AIIMS |
| 2 | Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences |
| 3 | PGIMER |
| 4 | National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences |
| 5 | Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology |
| 6 | KGMU |
| 7 | Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences |
| 8 | Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research |
| 9 | JIPMER |
| 10 | Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad |
State Wise PG Seats in Government & Private Colleges for MS.
| State | Govt | Private |
|---|---|---|
| Andhra Pradesh | 353 | 444 |
| Asaam | 238 | 0 |
| Bihar | 238 | 81 |
| Chandigarh | 155 | 0 |
| Chhattisgarh | 98 | 3 |
| Delhi | 631 | 19 |
| Goa | 28 | 0 |
| Gujarat | 555 | 120 |
| Haryana | 75 | 81 |
| Himachal Pradesh | 81 | 29 |
| J & K | 198 | 17 |
| Jharkhand | 63 | 0 |
| Karnataka | 399 | 1208 |
| Kerala | 209 | 141 |
| Madhya Pradesh | 327 | 193 |
| Maharashtra | 797 | 774 |
| Manipur | 80 | 0 |
| Meghalaya | 10 | 0 |
| Odisha | 192 | 92 |
| Puducherry | 73 | 178 |
| Punjab | 144 | 98 |
| Rajasthan | 427 | 144 |
| Sikkim | 0 | 4 |
| Tamil Nadu | 743 | 576 |
| Telangana | 284 | 396 |
| Tripura | 27 | 1 |
| Uttar Pradesh | 497 | 365 |
| Uttarakhand | 241 | 70 |
| West Bengal | 486 | 31 |
| TOTAL | 7730 | 5065 |