FAQ's:
Q: What diseases does an endocrinologist treat?
A: An endocrinologist can diagnose and treat hormone problems and the complications that arise from them. Hormones regulate metabolism, respiration, growth, reproduction, sensory perception, and movement.
Q: What are some common endocrine disorders?
A: Stress, infection, and changes in your blood's fluid and electrolyte balance can also influence hormone levels. In the United States, the most common endocrine disease is diabetes. There are many others. They are usually treated by controlling how much hormone your body makes.
Q: What are the top colleges providing a degree in Endocrinology?
A: Some of the top colleges are mentioned below:
- Christian Medical College: Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism, Vellore
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
- King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College -Department of Endocrinology, Mumbai
Q: What is the eligibility criteria for a degree in Endocrinology?
A: The eligibility criteria are mentioned below:
- Candidates must have an MBBS degree from a well recognised University certified by the Medical Council of India (MCI).
- Candidates have to qualify for the postgraduate entrance exam.
Q: What are the Top Career Profiles associated with Endocrinology?
A: Some of the top career profiles are mentioned below:
- Physical Therapist
- Biological Scientist
- Surgical Technologist
Q: What is the duration of a course in Endocrinology?
A: The duration of the course is 2 years.
Q: What are the important skills required in this field?
A: The important skills are mentioned below:
- Patience and politeness
- Ability to build a harmonious relationship with their patients
- Strong Ethics
- Service mentality
Q: Who are the top recruiters in this field of Endocrinology?
A: Some of the top recruiters are mentioned below:
- Government Hospitals
- Private Hospitals
- Health Cares
- Research centres
Q: What is the starting salary after a degree in Endocrinology?
A: It depends on the organisation for which the person is working and his/her designation. However, the average starting salary can be around 2 lakhs per annum.
Q: What is the admission process in Endocrinology?
A: Admission in Endocrinology in most of the colleges is done on the basis of performance in the entrance examination. However, some institutes carry out their own entrance exams followed by personal interviews and counseling in some cases.