HOMEOPATHY: INTRODUCTION

BHMS course focuses on the alternative medical system of homeopathy. Homeopathy medical system was developed in Germany, at the end of 18th century. This medical system revolves around concepts like- like cures like and law of minimum dose.

This medical system uses diluted solutions made from natural sources such as plants, animals and minerals for healing. Depending on the disease, the cure is extracted from the source and diluted (keeping in mind the law of minimum dose). The diluted remedy aids the body in self healing and thus relieves symptoms and restores good health.

Homeopathy as a career: In India, there are various certificate as well as Diploma Homeopathy courses available. But the most widely available and recognized course is BHMS. After completing this undergraduate course, graduates are eligible to use the title of Doctor!

BHMS COURSE DETAILS

It is a 5½ years long undergraduate course. 4½ years are dedicated towards academic program. After completing the academic program, one must also go through 1 year internship. Thus, in total, the course takes 5½ years to complete!

The academic program of BHMS can be divided into 4 parts. The 1st part is 1½ years long. 2nd, 3rd and 4th parts are 1 year long each. This, as mentioned above, will be followed by the internship period.

The course has been designed to train a student and make him/her a qualified Homeopathic Physician capable of practicing independently or under a hospital/governing body. Adequate importance is given to theoretical part of learning as well as hands on practical sessions.

Some key topics and techniques taught in BHMS program are as follows- Homeopathy medicine foundation, analysis, evaluation, medicine, surgery etc. In short, it covers a collection of clinical and pre clinical subjects. To get a better idea about the course structure and nature, let us take a look at the course content. Below, I’ve listed some of the important subjects present in BHMS academic program-

COURSE CONTENT

• Anatomy
• Histology
• Embryology
• Biochemistry
• Physiology
• Homeopathic Pharmacy
• Homeopathic Materia Medica
• Organon of Medicine
• Psychology
• Principles of Homeopathic Philosophy
• Pathology
• Microbiology
• Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
• Homeopathic Therapeutics
• Surgery
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• Paediatrics
• Community Medicine

Note: Only important subjects have been listed above. Most subjects also bring with them practical classes along with regular theory sessions.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

Science stream Biology Group (PCB subjects) students, who have passed 12th Science board examination from a recognized board are eligible to pursue this course. Candidate must also have scored a minimum score of 50% marks in PCB subjects for Open and 40% marks for category and NEET Entrance Examination – 50 % for Open and 40 % for category.

ADMISSION PROCESS

If a candidate satisfies the above mentioned eligibility criteria, then he/she may take part in the admission process. Admission process follows the merit system. Merit marks are calculated taking into consideration marks scored by a student in 12th board exam and state entrance test. Based on the merit marks, seats are allotted to deserving candidates.

Reservation and relaxations may exist, based on caste, NRI quota, donation quota etc. One will have to enquire with the state wise admission authority and/or institute to get details about reservation status.