An ancient system of medicine, which traces its roots back to the Vedic times, Ayurveda stresses on holistic health, which not only provides soothing and curative medicines but also plays a vital role in prevention of recurring diseases. According to Ayurveda, all ailments are understood as imbalance between three elements of the human body Kapha, Pitta and Vata. These elements are commonly called as Doshas in Ayurvedic terminology. Kapha means Phlegm (water and earth), Pitta means Bile (fire and water) and Vata means wind (air and space). The technique of Ayurveda allows you to indulge in natural healing capabilities of human body and nature. However, one cannot expect a speedy recovery, because it takes a little longer than conventional allopathic treatments. It’s an all-encompassing technique which requires changes in diet, lifestyle and habits.
BAMS (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) is a graduate degree in field of Ayurvedic science. It is a 5 ½ year degree course with academic session for 4 ½ years and 1 year is dedicated to internship programme with live practical. After completion of this degree, one must mandatorily resister him/herself at the respective councils (under Indian Medical Central Council Act). Also, to practice across the country, registration under Central Council of Indian Medicine (CCIM) is a must.
Further, the scope of Ayurveda is ever increasing not only in India but also in the world. In many cases, when the usual allopathy fails to deliver expected results, Ayurveda comes to the rescue of patients, providing effective treatment and rejuvenating them. Naturally, it opens wide doors for those with a BAMS degree seeking career opportunities, regional as well as global.
- You can work as medical officer/doctor in government or private Ayurveda hospitals.
- With advanced degrees like MD and PhD, an ayurvedic doctor can qualify for supervisory/research/teaching position in various Universities or organizations.
- One can start his/her own practice or set up a retail shop for ayurvedic medicine.
- There is a high demand in the pharmaceutical industries for ayurvedic doctors to regulate/monitor the drug research.
- Staring salaries for BAMS graduates ranges between INR20,000-40,000 monthly, whereas with an MD one can expect around INR50,000-80,000 per month.
- With newer diseases coming up every other day, a study in Ayurveda not only promises secure income but also provides numerous opportunities to serve the society as a whole.
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