People are always skeptical about Superspecialty courses in Primary DNB as mentioned in our earlier posts about the same.However, It still remains a good choice if you consider yourself dedicated , hardworking and passionate about pursuing surgery. Sometimes to end all confusion regarding such courses, one needs to introspect and ask the all important question : “What he or she is fit for?” and not “Whether the course is good for him or her?” Dr Rajesh Vardhan who joined DNB plastic surgery at Baby Memorial Hospital, Kozhikode says he is extremely satisfied with the place and briefly answers some key questions about the institute. If you still have doubts about the place you can call him on 9000623564
DISCLAIMER : This information is for Guiding DNB /MD Aspirants only. This is not a review of Overall Patient care in These hospitals which may not be affected by what is being discussed here. The Information Provided here cannot be used for any other purpose or to asses the patient care in these hospitals. This is just a review of a postgraduate course running in the mentioned hospital and is meant for guiding medical aspirants only.
What was Your rank in DNB?
around 4500
How many consultants are there in your department in the concerned specialty?
3
What are the usual working hours??
8am to 5pm
How many emergency duties per week and describe work if possible?
3 in the first year decreases from then on
If it’s a surgical branch then what all surgeries you have performed till now?
you will have hands on from first year with exposure to wide variety of surgeries
Are you allowed to touch the patient??
Yes, we are allowed to touch the patient.
How are the academics? Any case presentations done?
Academics are Good, all the consultants are interested in teaching us
How is the pass rate?? Have your seniors passed?
Iam the 2nd batch resident here, my seniors have written part 1 exam and they are positive about passing the exam
How satisfied are you with your choice?
Very satisfied
Any other departments at your institution good for DNB??
Medicine
Paediatrics
Orthopaedics
Anaesthesia
Urology
Cardiology
Stipend and accommodation details:
43, 44,45,,47,,48,49k respective years as per DNB guidelinnes
Accommodation is provided with minimum maintenance charges
Any other info you would like to give?
You can call me for further info
Why did you choose this hospital?
- Good department with a cool HOD
- Teaching hospital with 800 beds
- Good hands on exposure
