Fellowship after General Surgery
The medical postgraduates in General Surgery, after completing MS or DNB or other equivalent qualifications, look further for different surgical specializations to pursue good career opportunities. The usual path is to appear in the NEET-SS (Super Specialty) exam in India. But there are limited seats in medical institutes offering subspecialties, hence all the candidates cannot get admission However, another training option where you can develop a career is FELLOWSHIP.
The post-graduation in General Surgery is considered a turning point in the life of a medico, from here you decide your surgical specialization in which you're going to commit for a lifetime. It is a very important moment for each surgery postgraduate, they struggle with challenges, surprises, and confusion altogether.
The scholars manage to get their foot into their dream surgical super specialty MCh or DNB seat through the NEET-SS examination, but not all are able to secure the seat. Those who couldn't secure a seat through the entrance exam have another path that they can pursue: fellowship.
Fellowships provide an important opportunity to specialize further in your area of interest. The additional training and experience gained during the fellowships can help you in shaping your career according to your choice.
There are many fellowship options after General Surgery in which you don’t need to go for an entrance exam and following completion of a fellowship you can get good opportunities to work in hospitals and institutes.
What fellowship after General Surgery?
- Minimal Invasive Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Surgical Gynecology
- Diabetic Foot Surgery
- Minimal Invasive Gynecology
- Colorectal Surgery
- Breast Surgery
- Endocrine Surgery
Minimal Invasive Surgery
Minimally Invasive Surgery uses small incisions to perform surgery with less disruption to your body compared to the traditional method of surgery. These types of surgeries are becoming popular and help the patient recover fast with shorter hospital stays. A fellowship in MIS has a brighter future and gaining training in this field can benefit you. One can get a fellowship of MIS in General Surgery or a specific subspecialty.
Bariatric Surgery
Bariatric surgery training involves the treatment of conditions related to obesity. The field is expected to grow rapidly in the coming time since many people are opting for weight surgeries. Bariatric surgery also helps to reduce the risk of potentially life-threatening weight-related problems.
Head and Neck Surgery
During the fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery, a doctor gains expertise in medical conditions related to the head, neck, ears, nose, and other related organs. The fellowship includes training in both surgical and non-surgical methods.
Surgical Gynecology
The Surgical Gynecology fellowship helps surgeons understand the reproductive system of females in a better way. The training may also contain procedures such as laparoscopy and hysteroscopy.
Diabetic Foot Surgery
After completing a fellowship in Diabetic Foot Surgery a fellow will have acquired special training in treating diabetes foot-related & ankle-related complications. The fellowship also provides an opportunity to learn closely with other healthcare members working on diabetes treatment such as endocrinologists, podiatrists, etc.
Minimal Invasive Gynecology
Fellowship in Minimal Invasive Gynecology covers a wide range of topics and techniques. It provides a comprehensive education on minimally invasive gynecology and helps to understand the indications, contraindications, and complications of procedures.
Colorectal Surgery
Colorectal Surgery covers the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to the colon, rectum, and anus. The fellows also receive training to treat conditions such as inflammatory bowel diseases, diverticulitis and colon cancer.
Breast Surgery
A Fellowship in Breast Surgery typically covers training in the diagnosis and treatment of breast-related conditions such as breast cancer. The procedures may include lumpectomy, breast reconstruction and training in mammography and ultrasound to diagnose the stage of breast cancer.
Endocrine Surgery
A Fellowship in Endocrine Surgery provides intensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine diseases. The fellowship covers the multidisciplinary approach to treatment planning and clinical procedures.
More Fellowships
You can check out the details of all these fellowships and apply to one of your choices, and all the available fellowships that you can pursue after completing your post-graduation in general surgery.
Salary
The average starting salary of a General surgeon ranges between ₹1,00,000/- to ₹1,50,000/- depending upon the Hospital and the city. Once you complete a fellowship, your salary gets increased even further and you can earn upto ₹1,50,000/- to ₹2,00,000/-
Jobs
If you are looking for a job and finding the right place for your practice, then you can learn about all the available general surgeon job openings.
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