Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana: Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, also known as DMCH Ludhiana, is a renowned medical college located in Ludhiana, Punjab. Established in 1964, it holds the distinction of being the first NABH-accredited medical college in North India. With its modern infrastructure and comprehensive medical facilities, DMCH Ludhiana provides an excellent academic environment for students, along with a vibrant social and cultural experience on campus.
DMCH Ludhiana offers a diverse range of courses in the field of medicine, nursing, and paramedical sciences. The medical courses offered by the institution include the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) program, which is a 5.5-year undergraduate course in medicine and surgery. Admission to the MBBS program is based on the NEET UG entrance exam. For those seeking specialization, DMCH Ludhiana offers the Master of Medicine and Master of Surgery (MD/MS) program, a 3-year postgraduate course in various medical disciplines. The MD/MS courses cover a wide range of specializations, including Anatomy, Biochemistry, Physiology, General Medicine, General Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Pediatrics, Pathology, Pharmacology, Psychiatry, Radiology, and more. Admission to the MD/MS program is based on the NEET PG entrance exam. Additionally, DMCH Ludhiana provides super-specialty courses such as Doctorate of Medicine (DM) and Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch) in various fields like Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Nephrology, Neurology, Oncology, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Urology, and more. Admission to these courses is based on the NEET SS entrance exam.
In addition to medical courses, DMCH Ludhiana also offers programs in nursing and paramedical sciences. The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.Sc Nursing) is a 4-year undergraduate course that prepares students for a career in nursing. The Master of Science in Nursing (M.Sc Nursing) is a 2-year postgraduate program that allows nurses to specialize in areas such as Medical-Surgical Nursing, Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, and more. Admission to both the B.Sc Nursing and M.Sc Nursing programs is based on entrance exams conducted by the institution.
DMCH Ludhiana also provides a range of diploma courses in paramedical sciences. These courses include Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT), Operation Theatre Technology (DOTT), Radiodiagnosis Technology (DMRT), Dialysis Technology (DDT), Medical Record Technology (DMRT), Anesthesia Technology (DAT), Emergency and Trauma Care Technology (DETC), Ophthalmic Technology (DOT), Medical Imaging Technology (DMIT), Medical Electrophysiology Technology (DMET), Neurophysiology Technology (DNPT), Cardiovascular Technology (DCVT), Respiratory Therapy Technology (DRTT), Blood Transfusion Technology (DBTT), and Medical Rehabilitation and Physiotherapy (DMRP). Admission to these diploma courses is based on the merit of the qualifying examination.