Post Doctoral Certificate Course (PDCC) Hemato-Oncopathology

Aim of the course: This course aims at vital exposure and in-depth knowledge with a multiparametric approach to diagnosis, in this special field of hemato-oncopathology. Incorporation of this course would strengthen operational know how of various newer techniques and methodologies in hematology practice, that would empower the specialty in improving the diagnostic skills and creating a concrete academic foundation

Objectives: On completion of this program, the fellow is expected to become proficient in the clinical and laboratory evaluation of pathologic materials such as blood, bone marrow and lymph nodes. He/she will be expected to obtain knowledge in the use of instruments and equipment required for diagnostic hemato-oncology laboratory . Particular focus is attributed to expanding role of molecular methods.

The fellow is expected to improve knowledge and skills in light and fluorescent microscopy, bone marrow aspiration/ biopsy procedure and reporting, lymphoma diagnostics, immunophenotyping , cytogenetics, histochemistry, cytochemistry and immunohistochemistry, coagulation, molecular diagnosis,  and also administration / management.

Course: PDCC in Hemato-Oncopathology
Affiliation requisite: Indian College of Pathologists
Duration of the course: One year
Qualification required: MD/DNB (Pathology)

Stipend: Yes paid (as per institute norms).
Dissertation to be done: Yes

     

PDCC Hemato - Oncopathology 1st batch for July 2024 –July 2025 session

Admission process:

  • Number of seats 02.
  • Course duration – One year.
  • Exam application fees Rs 2000/-.
  • Date of start of the application submission May 1st
  • Last date for receiving filled in applications is June 3rd
  • Entrance Examination (Online) June 7th2024 ( 2: 00 PM)
  • Results announcement for Candidates selected for Interview : June 7th/8th
  • Interview for selected candidates Dates to be announced 
  • Last date of submission of fees July 7th
  • Commencement of course July 15 th

Details About Eligibility & Admission:

  • Candidates who have passed MD/DNB in pathology are eligible
  • Age less than 40 years by April 30th2024 at the time of application
  • In service candidate sponsored by their parent institute need to get a No Objection certificate from the Head of their institute for pursuing the course.
  • Written examination (MCQ based) followed by interview. Eight candidates will be shortlisted for the interview and 2 will be selected.
  • The interview shall take the practical knowledge and application of the subject in routine practice and medical fitness into consideration. The decision of interview board will be final.
  • No individual correspondence will be made for students not shortlisted for the interview. Only those candidates who are shortlisted will be intimated.
  • Fees per annum  paid to the institute Rs 1,10,000/-
  • Fees paid to ICP by the student during their tenure :Rs 25,200

The breakup is as given herewith:-

Course Fee to be paid to BIACH & RI at admission

Course fees (to be paid to BIACH & RI) Rs 110000/-

Course Fee paid to ICP at admission and at the time of examination

To be paid to Indian College of Pathologists: Registration fees Rs 10000/-
Examination fees Rs 15000/-
Application fees Rs 200/-
Total Rs 25,200/-
  • *Payment to Indian College of Pathologists should be facilitated by student .
  • The fees will not be refunded after 1 month of admission. Within a month if the candidate decides on not continuing, only  50% of the fees paid to BIACH & RI  will be refunded.The fees paid to Indian College of Pathologists will not be refunded.  The vacant seat will be offered to the candidate in the waiting list.
  • A monthly stipend of Rs 70000/-(all inclusive) will be paid for 12 months of service In-service candidates will not be paid.
  • Any candidate leaving the course  after a month or any time in middle have to surrender the previous stipend received

After Admission:

  • PDCC (Hemato-Oncopathology) is a full time course and shall be governed by applicable leaves of the institute. No candidate pursuing the course shall be allowed to do any private practice or consultation.
  • Duties of the PDCC fellow will be fixed from time to time by the Institute.
  • The selected candidate will have to submit a research project  by end of month of December 2024.

Please find online application link here Apply Now

Print out of the same can be duly filled and sent along with the payment to:

Secretary
PDCC cell
Department of Lab Medicine
Basavatarakam Indo American Cancer Hospital & Research Institute
Road No 10, Banjara Hills,
Hyderabad -500034

For enquiries about PDCC

Email: pdcc@induscancer.com
Phone :040-23552353

Details of the institute:

Department of Pathology ,Basavatarakam Indo- American Cancer Hospital & Research Institute, Hyderabad, India.

Institute Head: Dr. T. Subramanyeshwar Rao, Medical Director & Chief Surgical Oncologist.

Chief executive officer : Dr. K .Krishnaiah

Academics In charge: Dr. K. Kalpana Raghunath, Associate Director (Academics).

Head of the department: Dr. K. Suseela, MBBS, MD, PDCR, Fellowship in Cytology.

Consultant/Guide Incharge for the course:

Dr. Faiq Ahmed, MBBS, MD (Path)

Dr . Manasi Mundada, MBBS, MD, DNB (Path)