Fellowship in Cardiac Rehabilitation

A Fellowship in Cardiac Rehabilitation under the specialty of Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy is designed to provide advanced training in the rehabilitation of patients with cardiac conditions. The duration of the fellowship is around a year or two and its curriculum is focused on core areas like Cardiac Rehabilitation Phases, Risk Stratification, Exercise Physiology, Cardiac Nutrition, Chest Physiology & Physiotherapy, etc.

A Fellowship in Cardiac Rehabilitation is a higher medical training course designed for healthcare professionals with a specialization in cardiovascular care. It enhances patient care and the quality of life for patients with cardiac problems by fusing theoretical instruction with real world clinical experience.

Fellowship in Cardiac Rehabilitation (FCR)

The following are the requirements that the candidates must fulfill:

1. Possess an MBBS degree with a completed internship
2. Should have an MD in Medicine, Physiology, or equivalent
3. Should have an MS in Surgery or allied subjects
4. Should have a DNB in applicable medical specialties
5. Should have prior experience in cardiology or rehabilitation medicine

Depending on the course provider and the students preferred study style it lasts upto 6 months to 1 year, (full-time, part-time, or online).

The fee ranges from INR 50,000 to INR 2,00,000, depending on the institution, course design, and facilities.

This fellowship is ideal for:

1. Medical doctors with specialization in cardiology
2. Physiotherapists interested in cardiac rehabilitation
3. Healthcare practitioners specializing in preventive cardiology
4. Doctors handling cardiovascular patients

1. Acquire expertise in comprehensive cardiac patient management
2. Learn hands-on exercise prescription and lifestyle modification
3. Gain skills in risk assessment and psychological counseling
4. Improve professional opportunities in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and research institutions

The majority of institutions do not ask for an entrance exam for this fellowship. Nonetheless, some might hold interviews or screening processes depending on academic records and clinical practice.

1. Check the eligibility criteria of the desired institution.
2. Fill out an online or offline application form.
3. Submit necessary documents (academic certificates, CV, experience proof, etc.).
4. Give an interview, if needed.
5. After selection, secure admission by paying the course fee.

The syllabus typically includes:

1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
2. Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
3. Narayana Health, Bangalore
4. Medanta – The Medicity, Gurgaon
5. Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, New Delhi

1. Growing need for specialized cardiac rehabilitation experts
2. Job opportunities in hospitals, rehab centers, research, and education
3. Increased scope in preventive cardiology and lifestyle medicine

Graduates can further their skills by undertakin:

1. DM in Cardiology
2. Fellowship in Interventional Cardiology
3. Diploma in Preventive Cardiology
4. Advanced Certification in Sports and Cardiac Rehabilitation

Upon finishing the fellowship, professionals can become:

1. Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist
2. Preventive Cardiologist
3. Exercise Physiologist
4. Medical Consultant in Rehabilitation Centers
5. Cardiology and Lifestyle Medicine Researcher

The approximate salary range for individuals with a Fellowship in Cardiac Rehabilitation is INR 6,00,000 - INR 15,00,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, and location.