BSMS
Siddha medical system is a very old system some what similar to ayurveda and developed in India. The word Siddha came from the word siddhi, which means perfection of heavenly bliss. Siddha medicines literature is in Tamil and has its origin in South India .Its treatment includes medication ,intense yoga practices and fasting to rejuvenate the body and make it healthy. Bachelor of Siddha Medicine and Surgery (B.S.M.S.), a 5½ years course including a one year internship period. In Siddha treatment, pulse reading, examining the body by touch, voice, colour, eyes, tongue, urine and stool are the major basic diagnoses in identifying the diseases an d disorders. Siddha medicine also practices Varma (vital points). Siddha medicine instructs the patients ‘to do certain things’ and ‘not to do certain things’, especially regarding the diet pattern for the patient, during the medication. After completion of this course, one can opt for a Postgraduate degree in Siddha Medicine, i.e. M.D. (Siddha), a 3 years course. Siddha medicine is gaining popularity both within the country and abroad because of its wider acceptance as an alternative system of medicine and due to the least side effects as compared to modern medicine. You can choose a career in the field of teaching or research if you have interest in it. A lot of employment opportunities are available for those who opt for a career in Siddha medicine like jobs in various Government and Private Hospitals, Clinics, Nursing homes, Health Departments, Medical colleges, Drug Research institutes, Pharmaceutical industries etc. You can also practice privately as Siddha physician by opening a Siddha clinic.
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