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AIIMS Bhopal has introduced a groundbreaking Doctorate of Medicine (DM) course in Pediatric Endocrinology, becoming the third institute in India to offer this super-specialty program. The course aims to train specialist doctors to manage complex hormonal disorders in children, including diabetes, growth issues, and thyroid dysfunctions. This initiative addresses the acute shortage of expert pediatric endocrinologists in the country. By launching this program, AIIMS Bhopal is not only advancing medical education but also expanding access to specialized healthcare services across Madhya Pradesh and beyond.

Key Points: AIIMS Bhopal Launches Pediatric Endocrinology DM Course

  • Third national institute offering specialized pediatric endocrine training
  • Addresses critical shortage of expert doctors
  • Focuses on complex hormonal disorders in children
  • Supports district-level pediatric diabetes clinics
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AIIMS-Bhopal introduces doctorate of medicine course in Pediatric Endocrinology

AIIMS Bhopal introduces groundbreaking Doctorate of Medicine in Pediatric Endocrinology, expanding specialized child healthcare nationwide.

"The DM course in Pediatric Endocrinology is a concrete step towards expanding healthcare services - Dr. Ajai Singh, AIIMS Bhopal Director"

Bhopal, May 14

In yet another significant development, All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) Bhopal has started the Doctorate of Medicine (DM) course in Pediatric Endocrinology.

With this, AIIMS Bhopal has become the third institute in the country to offer this super-speciality program. Prior to this, the course was available only at AIIMS Delhi and the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) in Chandigarh.

This newly launched DM program focuses on training specialist doctors to treat rapidly growing hormonal disorders in children, such as Type 1 Diabetes, growth disorders, thyroid dysfunctions, obesity, bone diseases, and other endocrine disorders.

Announcing this significant development during a programme on Wednesday, AIIMS Bhopal director, Dr. Ajai Singh, said that it is a concrete step towards expanding access to healthcare services in the state.

"The DM course in Pediatric Endocrinology is not just an academic achievement, but a concrete step towards expanding access to healthcare services. Through this course, we are laying the foundation for specialist services not only in Madhya Pradesh but also in other parts of the country," Dr. Singh said.

Additionally, in collaboration with the state health department, AIIMS Bhopal will be able to provide technical support to establish Pediatric Diabetes Clinics at the district level to improve the health system.

On this occasion, Dr. Mahesh Maheshwari, HoD of the Pediatric Endocrinology unit at AIIMS Bhopal, told IANS that the objective of the course is to prepare specialists capable of understanding and effectively managing complex hormonal diseases in children.

He emphasised the acute shortage of expert doctors in this field and noted that this course will help bridge that gap.

"This course marks a major step forward in ensuring better health for children," Dr. Maheshwari said.

Speaking to IANS, Dr. Shikha Malik, HoD of the Department of Paediatrics, stated that AIIMS Bhopal's department has already been providing specialised care for endocrine disorders in children.

"The department organises a 'Pediatric Endocrinology Clinic' every Tuesday and a 'Pediatric and Adolescent Diabetes Clinic' every Friday, benefiting numerous children," Dr. Malik said.

- IANS

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the AIIMS-Bhopal article:
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Rahul K.
This is fantastic news! As a father whose child has Type 1 Diabetes, I know how scarce specialists are in smaller cities. Hope more AIIMS branches start such courses. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
Great initiative but why only 3 institutes in whole India? Childhood obesity and diabetes are becoming epidemics. Government should allocate more funds for such super-specialty courses across all AIIMS.
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Sanjay T.
As someone from MP, I'm proud that Bhopal is becoming a medical education hub. But will these specialists stay in government hospitals or move to private sector? Need policies to retain talent.
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Anjali R.
Wonderful news! 👏 My niece has growth hormone deficiency and we had to travel to Delhi every month. Hope this reduces burden on AIIMS Delhi and makes treatment accessible to middle-class families.
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Vikram S.
Good step but implementation is key. Many new courses start with fanfare but lack proper infrastructure later. Hope AIIMS Bhopal gets adequate faculty and equipment to maintain quality.
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Neha P.
As a medical student, this gives me hope! Pediatric endocrinology is such an important but neglected field. Hope they reserve some seats for candidates from rural backgrounds who understand ground realities better.

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