How is the Medical Education in Philippines?

Philippines follows the American system of education. This is shaped due to the fact that Philippines was a colony of USA for a period of 50 years, which shaped the education system and has brought out one of the best education system in Asia. The medical course in Philippines is called the MD program [Doctor of medicine] which is similar to that of USA, Russia, Ukraine and rest of Europe. The MD program is equivalent to MBBS of UK, India and other Commonwealth countries.

What is the Duration of MBBS in Philippine?

The total duration of this MBBS course is 5.5 years. The first 16 months [1 year and 4 months] is called the Bachelor of Science program and focuses on building foundation for a strong medical education. The next 4 year is the core medicine and clinical rotation.The post Graduation is for 3 years and is called residency training [Similar to that of USA]

Are you ready to Study for an MBBS in the Philippines?

If you are decided to study MBBS in Philippines, first you need to choose the right university for an admission How to choose a best University MCI recognized Age and Reputation of University WHO Recognition Quality of education language to speak

What is the scope after doing MBBS from Phillipins in Abroad?

Medical Degrees obtained from recognized Medical Colleges / Universities in Philippines have a worldwide recognition. After completion of MBBS in Philippines, further scope includes doing PG in another country or practice as a Doctor in another foreign country - after obtaining the license to practice as a Doctor in that country - which required clearing their License exam. The Philippines MBBS Medical degrees are also recognized in India and Indian students who pursue MBBS in Philippines are eligible to practice in India after clear the National Exit Exam (formerly known as Foreign Medical Graduate Exam or MCI Screening Test).

Is it a good idea for an Indian Student to get an MBBS in the Philippines?

Yes,definitely it is the good decision for an Indian student to study medicine in Philippine.In India there are approximate 370 medical colleges that proffer 50,000 MBBS seats between them. But most number of seats all the students are not being to get an admission in medical. The reason behind this is the half of the seats are allotted to private colleges and each of that seat cost 50 lack capitation each. The MD in Philippines is recognized and approved as an equivalent course to the MBBS by the MCI (Medical Council of India) who has established and maintain uniform standards of medical education. Philippines medical universities are widely renowned in many countries for the superior standard of education and also have listed in the WHO, IMED and ECFMG medical education directories.Professors in the Philippines universities are coming from different countries, including USA and India who are highly qualified and experienced in the allied field.Philippines medical colleges are regulated by the Philippines ministry of education and that is why Philippines colleges do not have any capitation fees as well as no donations to be paid for enrollment.Another advantage of an Indian student is the climate of the Philippines. Philippines climate varies from 23 °C to 32 °C throughout the year, which is very alike to the Indian climate helps Indian students in settling with no trouble.

List Of Best Medical Colleges In Philippines For Indian Students

Medical Education in Philippines offered by the Medical colleges are governed by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) of the Philippines. Medical Education in Philippines is recognized by World Health Organization (WHO) and association of foreign medical graduates.
Medical Colleges with long history and expertise in academic research, well supported by excellent infrastructure makes it the best option to study medicine in Philippines. A large number of students from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, China, Sri Lanka and Iran are coming to study medicine in Philippines.

List Of Top Medical Colleges In Philippines

The Top Performing Medical Universities in the Philippines. Medical education in Philippines is principally offered and developed by accredited and government recognized medical Colleges in the country and regulated by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED) of the Philippines, and accredited by the Association of Philippine Medical Colleges.

Slno:	University Name	Address
1	University of Perpetual Help Rizal	Alabang Zapote Rd, Las Pinas, 1740 Metro Manila, Philippines.
2	Emilio Aguinaldo College - School of Medicine	Paco, Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines.
3	UV Gullas College of Medicine	Banilad, Mandaue City, 6014, Cebu, Philippines.
4	Davao Medical School Foundation	Medical School Dr, Poblacion District, Davao City, 8000 Davao del Sur, Philippines.
5	Lyceum Northwestern University	Dagupan, 2400 Pangasinan, Philippines.
6	Southwestern University	Urgello Street, Lungsod ng Cebu, 6000 Lalawigan ng Cebu, Philippines.
7	OUR LADY OF FATIMA UNIVERSITY	120 MacArthur Highway, Valenzuela, 1440 Metro Manila, Philippines.
8	BICOL CHRISTIAN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE	Legazpi City, Philippines.