Fellowship in Diabetology

The Fellowship in Diabetology course is designed for medical graduates and professionals to get knowledge and hands-on training in all types of Diabetes Management. It provides opportunity to explore, learn and focused clinical management skills to manage patients who are having Diabetes with or without other clinical conditions. The fellowship duration is vary from 6 months to 1 year.

Fellowship in Diabetology is a fellowship course that focuses on the study of diabetes, its prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. The course is designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills to healthcare professionals to manage diabetes effectively. 

Candidates can appear for a Fellowship in Diabetology After MBBS or an equivalent degree from a recognized university are eligible for the course. 

The duration of the Fellowship in Diabetology is 2 years. 

The course fees for the Fellowship in Diabetology in India vary between institutions. However, the average fees range between 50,000 to 1,50,000 INR. 

Healthcare professionals who are interested in specializing in the field of diabetology should do this course. This includes doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other diabetes healthcare professionals. 

The course provides advanced knowledge and skills in the field of diabetology. It equips healthcare professionals with the necessary tools to manage diabetes effectively. Diabetes is a growing health concern worldwide, and there is a high demand for healthcare professionals who specialize in this field. 

The admission process involves the Submission of the application form, Academic transcripts and certificates, Letters of recommendation, Entrance exam, and interview (if applicable).  

Some institutions may require candidates to appear for an entrance exam as part of the admission process. However, most institutes accept admission on a merit basis.

• Introduction to Diabetes/ History of Diabetes
• Diabetes Diagnosis and Classification
• Normal physiology of Insulin secretion and action
• Type 1 Diabetes Epidemiology and Etiology
• Type 2 Diabetes Epidemiology and Etiology
• Insulin Resistance and Metabolic Syndrome
• Diabetes control and its measurement
• Type 1 Diabetes Management
• Type 2 Diabetes Management
• Diabetic Ketoacidosis and Hyperosmolar Non-Ketotic Hyperglycaemia
• Hypoglycaemia
• Diabetes Control and Complications
• Diabetic Eye Disease
• Diabetic Nephropathy
• Diabetic Neuropathy
• Blood Lipid Abnormalities in Diabetes
• Hypertension in Diabetes
• Macrovascular disease in diabetes
• Diabetic Foot problems
• Sexual problems in diabetes
• Gastrointestinal problems in diabetes
• Skin and connective tissue disorders in diabetes
• Psychological and psychiatric problems in diabetes
• Pregnancy and diabetes
• Diabetes in childhood
• Diabetes in old age
• Diabetes and lifestyle
• Public Health Aspects of Diabetes

• MGMCRI Pondicherry 
• Fortis Hospital, Mulund 
• Max Hospital, Saket 
• Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad 
• Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai 

• All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi 
• Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore 
• Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh 
• Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Pondicherry 
• Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College and KEM Hospital (KEM), Mumbai 

After completing the diabetes education, candidates can work as diabetologists in hospitals, clinics, and research centers. They can also pursue further studies such as DM in Endocrinology. 

Candidates can pursue further studies such as DM in Endocrinology after completing the fellowship in diabetology. 

After completing the course, candidates can work as diabetologists in hospitals, clinics, and research centers. They can also work as consultants in private practice or pursue a career in academics and research. 

The average salary ranges between INR ₹12,00,000/- to 48,00,000/- Per annum, depending on the location, experience, and time.