Doctor of Medicine (MD) Pediatrics

The Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in Pediatrics at Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre, Bangalore, is a three-year postgraduate medical degree program designed for those who hold an MBBS degree and wish to specialize in the area of child health. This program provides education regarding the identification, management, and prevention of diseases that can affect babies (newborns), young children (infants), school-aged children, and teenagers (adolescents). The curriculum includes instruction on neonatal care, common childhood infections, developmental issues, nutritional problems, emergency situations involving children, and immunization programs. In addition to classroom instruction, students will gain experience through hands-on clinical training in various settings such as pediatric inpatient units, neonatal intensive care units, and outpatient clinics. This will allow them to gain knowledge and skills required to effectively manage childhood health problems.