M.S. in Ophthalmology is a postgraduate course in medicine that involves an advanced study of the anatomy, physiology and diseases of the eye. Ophthalmology is the study of medical conditions relating to the eye. Ophthalmologists are doctors who specialize in the medical and surgical treatment of this organ.
The course is beneficial to give treatment based on the assumption that treating the parts of the visual system with the use of medicines, surgery, diet, and other therapies, will, therefore, treat the underlying eye problem. The curriculum includes components such as Orbital and Ocular Anatomy, Gross anatomy, Histology, Ocular Physiology, Ocular Pathology, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology in relation to Ocular Immunology.
The course also imparts opportunities for ophthalmologic research in clinical surgery settings like fine microsurgery, using the operating microscope, and intraocular surgery or vitreoretinal surgery of the eye.
Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must have MBBS degree with a minimum of 50% marks and a year of internship/work experience. Some of the very reputed universities and institutes conduct an entrance examination for admission.
Admissions in these courses of ophthalmologic are based on the medical entrance examination. Many institutions and colleges offer admission on the basis of national level or state level examinations like NEET (National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test), AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Science ), etc.
Entrance Exams
NEET 2021
AIIMS 2021
JIPMER 2021
Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC),
Pune (AFMC MBBS 2021)
CAREER & Jobs OPPORTUNITIES
The Course is beneficial to give treatment based on the assumption that treating the parts of the visual system with the use of medicines, surgery, diet, and other therapies will therefore treat the underlying eye problem. Ophthalmology has been one of the fastest-growing specialties in the world. The advances in the field in the last three decades have been astounding.
The people who have completed their residency training can go on to pursue fellowship training in Ophthalmology subspecialties. Aspirants who wish to become licensed medical professionals, graduates need to hold a medical degree and complete a residency programme.
Ophthalmologist
Ophthalmology Surgeon
Professor/Lecturer
ENT Specialist
Clinical Assistant
Medical Consultant
Employment Area / Major Recruiters (Govt. & Private sector)
Several areas offer you employment once you have completed this course from a recognized university or a medical school. As experienced and skilled ophthalmologists you can set up your own clinic for more profitable earnings.
Defence Services
Hospital
Eye Casualty Departments
Laser Eye Surgery Clinics
Operating Theatres
Outpatient Clinics Research & Medical
Colleges/Universities
MS Ophthalmology Course details Highlights
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Name of the course |
M.S. in Ophthalmology |
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Course Level |
Post-Graduation |
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Duration of the course |
2 years, full-time |
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Stream of Study |
Ophthalmology |
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Examination Type |
Yearly |
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Eligibility of the course |
M.B.B.S. |
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Admission Process |
MBBS recognized by the Medical Council of India, with a minimum aggregate score of 50% |
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Average Course Fee |
INR 3K to 5 Lacs |
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Average Starting Salary |
INR 3 to 12 Lacs |
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Top Recruiting Companies |
Fortis Healthcare, Max Healthcare, Care Hospitals, Indian Council of Medical Research, Apollo Hospitals, Kailash Hospital, Adecco India Private Limited, Jaypee healthcare limited, Meditrina Hospitals Private Limited, etc. |
MS Ophthalmology course syllabus
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First Year |
Second Year |
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Basic Science in Ophthalmology |
Lens and Glaucoma |
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Trauma and Emergency Ophthalmology |
Uvea and Vitreoretinal diseases |
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Disorders of the lids, lacrimal drainage apparatus, orbit and oculoplastic |
Disorders of the optic nerve, visual pathway Neuro-ophthalmology |
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External Eye Disease, Sclera, Cornea |
Ocular motility, strabismus, pediatric ophthalmology |
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Optics and refraction, contact lenses and low visual aids |
Community Ophthalmology |
