M D (Doctor of Medicine) : Pediatrics

The goal of M D course in Pediatrics is to produce a competent pediatrician who:
(i) recognizes the health needs of infants, children and adolescents and carries out professional
obligations in keeping with principles of National Health Policy and professional ethics;
(ii) has acquired the competencies pertaining to pediatrics that are required to be practiced in the
community and at all levels of health care system;
(iii) has acquired skills in effectively communicating with the child, family and the community;
(iv) is aware of the contemporary advances and developments in medical sciences as related to child
health;
(v) is oriented to principles of research methodology; and
(vi) has acquired skills in educating medical and paramedical professionals.