Honestly, I believe that more than the institute it is your caliber and dedication level that decides if you will be able to crack USMLE. The AIIMS tag definitely helps but is not the sole medium through which you can crack USMLE.
Here is a shining example that proves my theory. Dr. Nikhil Munshi neither did his MBBS from any AIIMS nor a Delhi college yet managed to crack USMLE. He completed his medical degree from Maharaja Sayajirao University, followed by an internship and residency in internal medicine at Shri Sayaji General Hospital and Maharaja University in India. After completing an oncology fellowship at Johns Hopkins Oncology Center, he became a professor of medicine in the Department of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, as well as an attending physician at VA Boston Healthcare System and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. His journey proved that even an average college can produce excellent doctors and vice versa. What you should focus on is yourself and not the institute.
So we can say that studying at AIIMS or Delhi colleges like MAMC gives you an upper hand at USMLE for sure but are not necessary for the same.
Here are some things you should know about JIPMER PG exam and related prep-
I hope this information will help you prepare well for the entrance.
I have a friend who was a student at AIIMS Patna and she shed some light on the facilities there. Here are a few facilities that are common in both AIIMS Delhi and AIIMS Patna.
There are many aspects wherein AIIMS Delhi gives an edge to AIIMS Patna and other AIIMS.
Overall, the basic facilities provided in AIIMS Delhi and other AIIMS are somewhat similar with minor differences only.
If you're studying to become a doctor and are interested in ophthalmology, you might be curious about the experience of studying at AIIMS Delhi which can also work as a motivating factor for you. Here are some reasons why AIIMS Delhi might be a great place to learn:
In summary, studying at AIIMS Delhi can provide you with a unique and valuable learning experience. You'll see a wide range of cases, learn from accurate diagnoses, participate in serious academic rounds, follow internationally accepted treatment guidelines, avoid making mistakes through repeated patient scrutiny, and learn from excellent faculty. All of these factors combined can help you become a highly skilled and competent physician.
In the initial days, it will take time to adjust to your specialty as you go from UG to PG. The drastic change in the field might seem challenging and it will take time for you to adapt yourself to the field. Radiodiagnosis is a field in which you had zero exposure at the UG level.
Overall, the life of a PG student in the Radiology Department of AIIMS Delhi is very relaxing and the only flaw is the lack of hands-on experience with the patients.
The research work is not influenced by the institute you belong to rather it’s your hard work, talent, and determination that comes to count. No doubt, AIIMS has some top-notch ongoing research every time, but research work can be done from any institute. I have seen many AIIMS students work with labs at IIIT, IIT Delhi, NCBS, IISERs, and labs abroad. Every research opportunity can be availed just by the click of an email.
The primary step is to analyze where your interest lies and look up to a professor who is conducting research in the same. Contact him and convince him of your abilities and passion. As a bonus, you can take part in research electives or summer schools in your field which will add to your overall learning experience.
Some might find it difficult to do research work alongside their studies but remember your hard work will not go in vain. But it’s important to note that as a UG student, research should be solely based on your interest and not something you are doing out of boredom or as a formality.
Surgery can’t be read and understood. Also, no matter the number of simulations you run through, practicing on a human body is very different.
Now, with their limited number of beds, these institutions perform complex surgeries through protocol defining procedures. As a resident at these, you won’t perform many surgeries. Also, you’ll have a limited exposure to trivial diseases. On the flip side, you’ll witness some of the best surgeons at work, and access top notch technology. To master surgery, you’ll have to become an SR at these institutions.
But at a decent government college hospital, the volume of patients is very high. As a result, you’ll be pushed into the OT. So you’ll get good practice, under proper supervision. However, at these colleges, protocols take a back seat. You’ll have to compromise with low funding as a resident at these institutions.
I would personally recommend going for a decent government college. But you should choose according to your own preferences.
The life of an MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) student in Delhi can be both challenging and rewarding. Delhi is home to several prestigious medical colleges and institutions, making it a popular destination for medical education. Here's an overview of what life as an MBBS student in Delhi may entail:
In summary, life as an MBBS student in Delhi can be both academically challenging and culturally enriching. The city offers a dynamic environment with access to top-notch healthcare facilities and educational resources.
The criteria for the best college may vary from person to person depending on your hometown, your goals, and your interests. Rankings alone cannot define a college as best or worst. Rankings-wise, AIIMS Delhi is considered to be the best medical college in India. But logically speaking it isn’t a very good choice for a South Indian who would have to travel away from their homeland and work again as hard to secure a PG seat. For them, JIPMER is a much better choice with an internal PG quota advantage and proximity to home.
Moreover, if you are a North Indian, CMC Vellore isn’t a very good choice either as you will have to travel away from home, learn a new language, and establish bonds. So for them, MAMC or VMMC is a better option. So the best college actually depends on what you want to do after college. For instance, AIIMS Delhi is a great choice if you want to pursue the USMLE route. It will provide excellent exposure and opportunities to its students.
In my opinion, the best options after AIIMS and CMC Vellore are JIPMER>MAMC>Seth GS, Mumbai>AFMC. These colleges are considered among the top 5 in the country after AIIMS and CMC Vellore.
Medical students from all these colleges are quite decent. They are normal people studying at reputed institutions. I have good friends in MAMC and LHMC.
It is in fact society that puts an extra burden on these people. They are expected to be social all the time. But this expectation is very unrealistic.
It is not right to put labels on these individuals. Their busy schedule should not be confused with egoistic behavior.