Becoming a Doctor How? Where? How Much? When? Will it be a dream?
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Quality of Education
There is no such thing as the more you pay, the more you experience. The quality of education cost and quality are two different entities when it comes to medicine.
As students are not able to evaluate procedure for foreign universities, clarify information with the present students and with passed out doctors who followed the same course.
You can visit the website of the university and check their facilities, curriculum, assignment procedure, reputation of the lecturers, research publications, laboratories and library facilities and hospital facilities for clinical education.
All state universities and some of the private universities allow the students to do the clinical training (Practice) in state hospitals. Therefore, students can get better clinical studies.
https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings-articles/university-subject-rankings/top-medical-schools-2015
https://www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/university-subject-rankings/2018/medicine
Recognition of the University
When you are selecting a university you should always check the recognition of local and foreign medical boards such as SLMC (Sri Lanka Medical Council), WHO (World Health Organisation), GMC (General Medical Council), AMC (Australian Medical Council). Attending one of the listed universities would make the student a world recognised medical doctor.
Also, upon completion, the student will be eligible to sit for the entrance exam and fulfill the requirement and practice in that particular country.
Internships
When it comes to internships, Sri Lankan medical council will assign a hospital according the student’s merit list of the ERPM (Act 16). But some countries such as China, Nepal provide internships soon after the completion of the degree. And, also, in some countries such as Belarus, Russia, Bangladesh students are allowed to do an internship for an additional fee.
Hostel Facilities
University will provide on campus and off campus hostels. On Campus Hostels are facilities located in the university premises or university related apartments. Off campus apartments are hostel facilities outside the university. Hostel rooms are shared by minimum of 2 and maximum of 6 students. In some Universities students can get individual rooms and in certain universities they can get sharing basis.
Duration of the Course
How many years to complete? Does this involve additional year to learn a new language. Do you have to do internship in that country? Remember that, now, all foreign graduates have to do one-year internship in Sri Lanka after passing ERPM (Act 16) examination conducted by SLMC. Mostly MBBS curriculum consists of 5 years and MD curriculum consists of 6 years. Internship will be almost, always 1-year duration.
Medium of Instruction
It’s always wise to attend a university which offers its courses in English. This will benefit a student when sitting for the EPRM (ACT 16) examination in Sri Lanka. However, during clinical studies, students must possess conversational native language skills to efficiently communicate with patients. (Apart from Australia, UK, and USA there aren’t many countries who has 100% English clinical studies.)
For Sri Lankan students who studied in Sinhalese or Tamil medium, learning a new language will not be difficult as bilingualism is an innate asset. Students will be exposed to many native-language speakers thus giving them a practical environment to hone the new language. And also few universities around the world teach the native language within the curriculum which will help them to communicate with their patients during clinical. This pattern will not have an impact on the course duration.
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ERPM (Act 16) Examination
Conducted by SLMC
Although the principles of medical practice remain the same, clinical teaching and the relative emphasis on various aspects of training differ from country to country, depending on the pattern of disease prevalence and the facilities and resources available for treating them. Hence after you obtain MBBS or an equivalent degree from a recognised foreign university, you must pass the Examination for Registration to Practice Medicine (ERPM) in Sri Lanka (formerly known as Act 16) conducted by the Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC).
ERPM examination guideline (exam pattern and structure) will change time to time. Students should be updated on this process.
Format of ERPM:
Part A – Written Papers
Part B – Clinical and Oral examination
Job Opportunities
Most of the Universities will not allow students to work either part-time or Full- time, but very few universities will allow them to work outside school hours. However, there are some counties such as Australia, U.S, UK which allows the student to work 20 hours per week. It is highly recommended not to work during study periods and to be focused on studies.
The WHO estimates that at least 2.5 physicians, nurses, and midwives per 1,000 people are needed to provide adequate coverage with primary care interventions associated with achieving the Millennium Development Goals. As per the statistics of WHO, demand for doctors are high there for job opportunities for them is on the rise. A Doctor’s earning will vary from country to country.
Specialisation
Choosing a medical specialty is an enormous decision which requires meticulous research and lots of personal reflection. Unlike many other professions, changing medical fields potentially requires additional years of training, adding to the time spent during medical school and residency.
Major specialisations include: General Medicine, Ophthalmology, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat), Obstetrics & Gynecology, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Anesthesiology
There are other specialisations informally called “super specialties” which require a further 3-5 years of training such as: Plastic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Neurosurgery, Gastroenterology, Cardio-thoracic surgery, Endocrinology, Conito-urinary surgery, Clinical Hematology.
While it is easy to get caught up in the competitive nature of choosing a specialty, it is of utmost importance to remember that contentment in the chosen field will be the ultimate tool for success in your career.
Questions to Ask the
University Office or Agent!
Students are advised not to show the educational certificates such as O/Level and A/Level Final Certificates, Passport and the Birth Certificate until a final decision is made. Your documents could be used without your consent to block you from reaching other Agents or University Offices.
Actual Fee Structure – a separate breakdown of University Fee and a separate fee breakdown of the “Agent Fee” is to be requested. Best way is to write to the university directly to verify if that particular agent is authorized to represent the University. Also, make sure that their fee does not contain any hidden and welfare charges.
Request for real time testimonials by getting contact details of past students not just restricted to one school or area. Ask current students, for their opinion on selecting the best university office depending on pricing and service.
Students following the Preparatory programmes or Pre-Medical Foundations in Sri Lanka affiliated to foreign universities are requested to carry the original certificates offered by the university and not awarding bodies or third party organisations.
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