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M.D. Pharmacology
The program develops expertise in pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, clinical trials, drug safety, and teaching, preparing postgraduates for academic, regulatory, and research roles in pharmacology.
Overview
The M.D. Pharmacology and Therapeutics program trains students in the science of drugs and their clinical applications, empowering them to become competent pharmacologists capable of contributing to medical education, drug development, rational prescribing, and patient safety. The curriculum blends theoretical learning, laboratory work, clinical exposure, and research.
The program facilitates comprehensive understanding and skill development in drug mechanisms, therapeutic applications, clinical pharmacology, experimental research, pharmacovigilance, and evidence-based prescribing.
General & Systemic Pharmacology
Clinical Pharmacology & Rational Prescribing
Pharmacovigilance & Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) Monitoring
Experimental Pharmacology (Animal Models)
Drug Development & Clinical Trials
Pharmacogenomics, Pharmacoepidemiology, Pharmacoeconomics
Biostatistics, Research Methodology, Scientific Writing
Students explore drugs from fundamentals to advanced applications—covering pharmacokinetics, therapeutics, clinical trials, ADR monitoring, and experimental pharmacology—building strong skills for teaching, research, and rational clinical practice.
Core Curriculum
Year 1:
Year
Theory Subjects
Year 1
- Introduction to Pharmacology and its branches
- General Pharmacology, ANS, CVS, PNS, Chemotherapy
- Research Methodology Workshop
- Selection of dissertation topic
- Rotations in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Drug Store (During vacations)
- Short project, conference/workshop participation
- Journal clubs/seminars
- Compulsory ADR reporting (weekly at Krishna Hospital)
- UG Teaching duties
Year 2:
Year
Theory Subjects
Year 2
- Lectures on RS, GIT, Endocrine, CNS, Hematopoietic systems
- Dissertation progress
- Clinical Pharmacology: Prescription scrutiny, Case Presentations
- Practice in Bioassays, Injection Techniques, Evaluation Methods
- Continued Journal clubs/seminars
- Rotational clinical postings (during vacations)
- Conference presentations, workshops
Year 3:
Year
Theory Subjects
Year 3
- Completion of Dissertation
- Research Paper Submission to Indexed Journal
- Oral Presentation at Interdisciplinary Research Conference
- Experimental Pharmacology Practice
- Final Dissertation Review
- Continued UG Teaching responsibilities
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 4 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- MBBS degree from a recognized institution
- Completion of 1-year rotating internship
- Registration with MCI or State Medical Council
- Admission through NEET-PG with 50 percentile or above
- Must be available as a full-time resident during training
- Duration:
- 3 years
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
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