The PSM full form in medical term is Preventive & Social medicine. This is one of the newest divisions in medical science, and the focus is on preventing the non—contagious and contagious diseases. The focus of PSM is not on finding the cure, but it is on prevention and helping you lead a healthy lifestyle. A PSM specialist would have knowledge of epidemiology, outbreaks, prevention of disease and promoting healthy habits. PSM Doctors focuses on patient-centric health care and investigation.
After completing the MBBS program, candidates can opt for PSM Degree. It is a two-year doctorate program that is delivered in the semester system. The mode of admission for PSM is through an entrance test. After completing MD PSM, you get a lot of options. You can work for hospitals, medical colleges, research institutes, military health care services, clinics and even medical labs. The course gained a lot of popularity after the world witnessed a pandemic. The subjects in the MD PSM course are epidemiology, health planning & policy, biostatistics & research, Acts & legislations, communicable & non-communicable diseases, sociology and occupational health.