India: 1. Undergraduate Degree: MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) from a recognized medical college. 2. Postgraduate Entrance Exams: Qualify for entrance exams such as NEET-PG to pursue postgraduate studies in related fields.
International: 1. Undergraduate Degree: Equivalent medical degree (MD or DO) recognized by respective national medical councils. 2. Postgraduate Entrance Exams: Exams like USMLE (for the USA), PLAB (for the UK), etc., may be required depending on the country.
Training Programs and Specializations
India: 1. Postgraduate Diploma/Master's in Aerospace Medicine: - Institutes: - Institute of Aerospace Medicine (IAM), Bangalore: Offers MD in Aerospace Medicine. - Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC), Pune: Offers specialized courses in aerospace medicine. - Duration: Typically 3 years for MD programs.
International: 1. USA: - Institutes: - University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB): Offers a Residency Program in Aerospace Medicine. - Wright State University: Offers a Master of Science in Aerospace Medicine. - Duration: Typically 2-3 years for residency programs. 2. UK: - Institutes: - King’s College London: Offers an MSc in Space Physiology and Health. - Duration: Typically 1-2 years for MSc programs. 3. Europe: - Institutes: - European Space Agency (ESA) Academy: Offers training modules and courses related to space medicine. - Duration: Varies based on the course/module.
National and International Organizations
National (India): 1. Indian Society of Aerospace Medicine (ISAM): Promotes aerospace medicine through conferences, seminars, and research. 2. Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO): Involved in aerospace and defense research, including human factors and aviation medicine.
International: 1. Aerospace Medical Association (AsMA): A global organization that provides resources, networking, and conferences for professionals in aerospace medicine. 2. European Society of Aerospace Medicine (ESAM): Supports and promotes aerospace medicine in Europe. 3. International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine (IAASM): Provides a platform for international collaboration and advancement in aerospace medicine.
Career Opportunities
India: 1. Military and Defense Services: Roles in the Indian Air Force, Navy, and Army, focusing on aviation and space medicine. 2. Civil Aviation: Medical roles in organizations like the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). 3. Research and Academia: Opportunities in research institutes and universities.
International: 1. Space Agencies: NASA, ESA, Roscosmos, etc., for roles in astronaut health and space missions. 2. Commercial Aviation: Roles in airlines and aviation regulatory bodies. 3. Research and Academia: Opportunities in universities and research centers globally.
Abstracts Source: College Literature, Vol. 32, No. 3 (Summer, 2005), Pp. V-Vii Published By: The Johns Hopkins University Press Accessed: 04-07-2017 18:40 UTC
