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Biomedical engineering is the study of engineering as applied in the medical sector such as manufacturing prostheses, medical equipment, diagnostic devices and drugs. It also covers orthopaedic and rehabilitation engineering, molecular, cellular and tissue engineering.
Medical Electronics engineering relates to the combined study of biology with engineering principles for developing artificial organs, prostheses, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and other health management systems. The course also offers specialisation in biomechanics, rehabilitation and orthopaedic engineering.
Biotechnology utilizes the sciences of biology, chemistry, physics, engineering and information technology to develop tools and products to apply to living cells/organisms. It includes specializations such as genetic engineering, plant tissue culture, and plant genetics.
Veterinary Science is a subject related to the treatment of different animals from domestic pets to farmyard animals. The course content mixes topics like anatomy, animal behaviour, animal husbandry, cell biology, nutrition, physiology, genetics, epidemiology, pharmacology, infectious diseases, pathology and parasitology.
Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine evolved approximately around 600 BC in India. It makes use of natural plants, herbs and minerals to produce medicines, and includes body massage, meditation and basic dietary plans. Ayurveda has been recognized by the World Health Organization.
Dentistry deals with teeth, gums, hard and soft tissues of the oral cavity. Today, dentistry includes cosmetic dental procedures, periodontal care, oral pathology, and orthodontics (straightening and aligning teeth and jaws).
Homeopathy is practiced worldwide for healing, curation and therapeutic purposes. It is an all-inclusive practice of treatment wherein a patient is treated while assessing all aspects of symptoms and health problems for restoration of overall health. Certain natural substances are diluted and used in various forms for treatment of many ailments.
Naturopathy is a science of healing through nature and relies upon the study and balancing the five basic elements of nature known as Water, Air, Earth, Fire and Aether. Yoga is combined with Naturopathy to add value to both these systems.
Pharmacy is the study of drugs which includes instructions on use, selection, composition, effects and side effects of drugs. It also includes development of new drugs, ascertaining of quality standards, dispensing of drugs and improvement of existing drugs.
Siddha is one of the oldest Indian systems of medicine which has its roots in south India and is popular worldwide. The system works on the belief that the human body is made of five basic elements namely earth, water, fire, air and sky, and treatment deals with balancing these elements. The Central Council of Indian Medicine controls the education of Siddha system in the country.
Unani means Greece where the Unani System of Medicine originated. Unani medicine works on the basis of 'humoral theory' relating to four bodily fluids where each humour denotes a precise disposition in a human being. Plants, minerals and animal products are used for healing purposes and restoration of a person's original humoral constituents.
Physical therapy (or physiotherapy) is an allied health care profession used to prevent and treat many disabilities and diseases. Physiotherapists deal with the remediation of impairments and disabilities to restore physical mobility and help in maintaining quality of life using techniques of examination, evaluation, diagnosis and physical intervention.
Rehabilitation psychology course is related to psychological principles for healing of patients who have disability due to injury or illness. The focus is to address behavioural and mental health issues related to the injury or chronic condition that leads to disability and promote behaviour for positive adaptation to disability.
Rehabilitation Therapy is a method which enables a person to recover from functional limitations after an injury, illness or addiction. Rehabilitation assists people to restore their mental, emotional, physical, social and vocational wellbeing. Physical and occupational therapy are also included in rehabilitation therapy.
A paramedical and rehabilitation course, it involves studying the anatomy, physiology, pathology (diseases or disorders), of hearing and speech and rehabilitation. Speech Language is the science of verbal and symbolic expression of thoughts.
Hospital Management is related to various aspects such as purchase of equipment, human resource, and promotion of health services, economic planning, and budget allocation for hospital services.
It is the study of understanding the biological and chemical composition of food and how its preservation can affect the level of nutrition. Nutritionist, Diet Therapist, and Aerobic Consultant know the science of Food and Nutrition and integrate it with the production and consumption of food.
Nutrition and Dietetics is mainly associated with the promotion of good, clean health habits which can help to live a quality life. The focus is to educate, motivate and counsel people for a better work routine and healthy food selection. The study of nutrition involves understanding of the components of the food, harmful reactions, digestion and body fitness.
Allopathy generally refers to science-supported modern medicine wherein medical professionals (doctors, nurses, pharmacists and therapists) assess and treat any disease, its symptoms and effects by means of drugs, surgery, radiology etc. Medical professionals work individually as well as in team for analysing a patient's disease or general health issues and take steps for treatment.
In Diagnostic Radiology, images of X-Ray and other imaging techniques are used to diagnose the disease or ailment of a patient through procedures such as plain radiographs, ultrasound, and computed tomography (CT), MRI and positron emission tomography coupled with CT or MRI (PET-CT and PET-MRI) etc. Radiology can be broadly categorised into Diagnostic radiology and Interventional radiology.