Gastroenterology is a branch of medicine that studies and digestive system and its disorders. Professionals dealing with the diseases affecting the gastrointestinal track inclusive of the organs from mouth to anus along the alimentary canal are called as gastroenterologists and these professionals would have completed their PG degree/diploma in gastroenterology after completion of their MBBS course.

Human Nutrition involves the provision of humans for obtaining the materials needed for supporting their life. Generally, humans can survive for two to eight weeks without food on the basis of the stored body fat and muscle mass of individuals, however, without water the survival is restricted to three or four days. Human Nutrition is a science that studies about human food intake and related fields.

Ph. D in Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition is a course that covers both these sciences and this course is offered by only a single government college with approval from the Medical Council of India and the name of the single college is:

• All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi

All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi:

AIIMS is the short form of All India Institute of Medical Science and it is an autonomous institution functioning from the city of New Delhi. Acquiring a degree from this institution is regarded with great respect among the students and therefore candidates will have to crack entrance test for admission to the course. When it comes to Ph. D from AIIMS, the institute offers Ph. D in a wide range of subjects.

Admission to Ph. D in Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition:

Ph. D in Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition is one among the different Ph. D courses offered by the AIIMS and admission of students to the ph. D courses offered by the AIIMS is done on the basis of merit secured by candidates in the entrance test specially conducted for Ph. D admissions by the institute.

How to apply?

Candidates meeting the eligibility requirement according to AIIMS, can get the application form for applying to the Ph. D course in Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition both through offline and through online mode. The cost of application is Rs.400 for candidates falling under reserved category, while it is Rs.500 for general category candidates. Offline application can be obtained from any branches of SBI on payment of appropriate application fee or application can also be obtained by sending a requisition letter to the Assistant Controller of All India Institute of Medical Sciences.

Eligibility for admission to Ph. D courses in AIIMS:

For seeking admission to the Ph. D in Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition course, candidates must have completed any of the following certifications:

• D. M from an institution recognized by MCI in appropriate specialization

• M. Ch from an institution recognized by MCI in appropriate specialization

• Master of Science in Nursing

• PG Degree  in biomedical sciences or  other relevant subjects

Scope of Ph. D in Gastroenterology & Human Nutrition course:

There is better scope for candidates with this qualification, they can join research institutions and medical colleges, and they can easily find placement since they might have acquired deep knowledge about the subject through their Ph. D course.