Duration: 6 Months | Mode: Online + Hard Copy Study Material + Printed Certificate
Eligibility: MBBS, BDS, BHMS, BUMS, BAMS, BNYS, BEMS, Physiotherapy, and other medical professionals
📘 Course Description
The Masters in General Medicine/Family Medicine is a 6-month advanced clinical training program created to empower healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge to manage day-to-day outpatient and inpatient cases across all age groups. This program emphasizes diagnosis, prescription skills, common illnesses, clinical investigations, chronic disease care, and evidence-based treatment approaches.
It is ideal for doctors running clinics, practicing in rural or urban setups, or working in hospitals. Upon completion, candidates will be confident in handling diabetes, hypertension, infections, respiratory and cardiac issues, skin and gastrointestinal conditions, and more.
All learners receive:
Printed course materials couriered to their address
Digital and hard copy certificate after assessment
🎯 Key Highlights:
Most practical course for primary and internal medicine
Updated guidelines on non-communicable diseases and common infections
Prescribing made easy with clinical tips, dosage, and duration
Covers preventive, curative, and emergency care in general practice
Builds confidence for clinic-based decision making
📚 Detailed 20-Module Syllabus
Module 1: Introduction to Family & General Medicine
Family medicine vs internal medicine
Clinical history-taking techniques
Building trust in doctor-patient relationships
Preventive screening and health checkups
Module 2: Fever & Infectious Disease Management
Fever protocols: viral, bacterial, dengue, malaria
Fever with rash, fever with chills, prolonged fever
Infection markers (CRP, WBC, Procalcitonin)
Antibiotic guidelines and stewardship
Module 3: Diabetes Mellitus – Diagnosis & Management
Diagnostic criteria and latest classification
OHA & insulin prescribing with dosage
Hypoglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
Diet, foot care, and patient education
Module 4: Hypertension & Cardiovascular Risk Management
JNC & WHO guidelines
Drug classes: ACEi, ARB, CCB, BB, Diuretics
Resistant HTN and emergency management
Home BP monitoring and patient compliance
Module 5: Respiratory System Disorders
URTI, LRTI, asthma, COPD, bronchitis
Inhaler use and pulmonary drugs
Cough types and management
Oxygen therapy and nebulization
Module 6: Gastrointestinal & Liver Disorders
GERD, gastritis, IBS, IBD
Constipation, diarrhea, and food poisoning
Hepatitis, liver function interpretation
PPI, antispasmodic, antiemetic prescribing
Module 7: Renal & Electrolyte Disorders
UTI, pyelonephritis, CKD, AKI basics
Fluid and electrolyte management
Nephrotic syndrome and BPH overview
Rational antibiotic use in renal impairment
Module 8: Neurological Disorders
Headache types (migraine, tension, cluster)
Seizures, epilepsy, stroke basics
Dizziness and vertigo evaluation
Referral red flags and emergency action
Module 9: Endocrinology – Thyroid & Hormonal Disorders
Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism – clinical clues
Hormonal therapies and investigations
PCOS, menopause, HRT in women
Pituitary and adrenal basics
Module 10: Rheumatology & Joint Disorders
OA, RA, gout – diagnosis and treatment
Joint swelling & arthritis pattern recognition
Use of NSAIDs, uric acid drugs, steroids
Physical therapy and long-term care
Module 11: Dermatology in Family Practice
Fungal, bacterial, viral skin infections
Eczema, acne, psoriasis, urticaria
Topical and oral dermatologic prescriptions
Dermatological emergencies
Module 12: Pediatrics – Common Childhood Illnesses
Fever, cough, diarrhea, vomiting in children
Vaccination schedule and catch-up immunization
Pediatric drug dosing and ORS protocols
Growth and development milestones
Module 13: Geriatric Medicine
Geriatric health screening & polypharmacy
Cognitive decline, osteoporosis, frailty
Fall prevention and chronic disease combo care
Caregiver support and quality of life
Module 14: Mental Health & Counseling
Anxiety, depression, insomnia
Counseling tips for general practice
Prescribing antidepressants safely
Mental health screening tools
Module 15: Emergency Care in Clinic & OPD
First aid, CPR basics, anaphylaxis
Chest pain, breathlessness, sudden collapse
Emergency drug kit for family doctors
Red flags and when to refer
Module 16: Women’s Health in General Practice
Menstrual disorders, menopause, PCOS
Breast complaints, UTI, vaginal infections
Contraception counseling and options
Pregnancy nutrition and red flags
Module 17: Men’s Health & Urology
Erectile dysfunction, BPH, infertility basics
Prostatitis, STIs, sexual health advice
Counseling men on lifestyle diseases
Module 18: Clinical Investigations & Interpretation
CBC, LFT, KFT, Thyroid, Lipid, CRP, ESR
When to order which test – cost-effectiveness
ECG, Chest X-ray, USG – general interpretation
Health checkup panels and screening
Module 19: Rational Prescribing & Polypharmacy
Common prescription errors
Drug interactions and safety in elderly
Duration-based prescribing
Prescription templates and formats
Module 20: Final Assessment & Certification
Case-based MCQs & clinical scenarios
Final score + E-Certificate by Email
Hard Copy Certificate couriered
Printed Handbook of Family Medicine shipped
📦 What Learners Receive:
Printed General Medicine Handbook (Couriered)
Prescription charts and disease summary tables (PDF)
Soft Copy & Hard Copy Certificate of Completion
WhatsApp/email-based guidance from academic support