Post Doctoral Certificate Course in Breast Surgery

The Post Doctoral Certificate Course in Breast Surgery, under the specialty of Breast Surgery, is designed to provide advanced training in the surgical management of breast diseases, including breast cancer and benign breast conditions. The duration of the program is generally 12 to 24 months but may vary depending on the institute offering the course. The curriculum includes in-depth training in various surgical techniques such as breast-conserving surgery, mastectomy, reconstructive procedures, and sentinel lymph node biopsy. It also covers the management of complex cases, preoperative planning, and postoperative care.

The Post-Doctoral Certificate Course in Breast Surgery is a short-term course that trains surgeons with the expertise and skills for the diagnosis, treatment, and surgical management of breast diseases, such as breast cancer and reconstructive surgeries. It is designed for professionals with postgraduate qualifications in surgery or surgery-related fields.

Post-Doctoral Certificate Course in Breast Surgery

1. Tata Memorial Hospital,
2. Mumbai AIIMS,
3. New Delhi CMC,
4. Vellore Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
5. Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi

• Breast Surgeons
• Surgical Oncologists
• Plastic Surgeons (Breast Reconstruction Specialists)
• Medical Consultants in Oncology Centers
• Academic and Research Professionals

For eligibility, applicants should have:

• An MS/DNB in Plastic Surgery, General Surgery, or an MCh in Surgical Oncology
• Registration with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or a state medical council
• Ideally, some experience in surgical oncology or a related field

The duration of the course is 6 months to 1 year, depending on the institution providing the course.

The charges vary from INR 1,00,000 to 5,00,000, depending on the institute and the services offered.

This course is best suited for:

• Practising surgeons who want to become experts in breast surgery
• Oncologists interested in advancing their knowledge in breast oncology and reconstruction
• Plastic surgeons specializing in breast reconstruction

• Expertise in a progressing and high-priority domain
• Updated training on breast cancer surgery and reconstructive methods
• Enhanced professional opportunities in plastic surgery and surgical oncology
• Exposure to modern surgical protocols and medical innovations

Certain organizations conduct admission tests or ask candidates to pass an interview as a mode of selection.

1. Ensure eligibility criteria
2. Apply to the concerned institution
3. Get selected through entrance exams or interviews (if required)
4. Get admitted on the basis of merit and experience

The syllabus generally consists of:

Some of India's top institutes providing this program are:

• Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
• All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
• Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore
• Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi
• Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute, Delhi

Graduates of this program can:

• Practice as specialized breast surgeons in cancer centers and hospitals
• Work in academic and research institutions
• Have a private practice focused on breast surgery

• MCh in Surgical Oncology
• Fellowship in Breast Oncology
• Advanced Certificate Courses in Oncoplastic Breast Surgery

Graduates can have careers as:

• Breast Surgeons
• Surgical Oncologists
• Plastic Surgeons (Breast Reconstruction Specialists)
• Medical Consultants in Oncology Centers
• Academic and Research Professionals

The salary for professionals who pursue this course varies between INR 12 LPA to 35 LPA, based on experience, employer, and job location.