ISIC starts advanced education in rheumatology

Indian Spinal Injuries Centre (ISIC), New Delhi recently announced its recognition by the National Board of Examination (NBE), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for training of doctors in rheumatology for the Diplomat of
National Board of Examination. This has proved to be a step ahead in the major initiative to help future rheumatologists in the country to hone their clinical skills.
This recognition makes ISIC the only institute in North India having the facility to start DNB-Rheumatology.
This three-year programme encompasses both clinical and academic aspects of rheumatology. “This is definitely a good platform for doctors to establish careers in rheumatology and we will start with two students per year,” said Dr. Pradeep Bhardwaj, Deputy Medical Superintendent and Head of Medical Education, ISIC.
Citing the reason of flagging off this course, Dr. AN Malaviya, HOD-Rheumatology, ISIC, said, “In developed countries, musculoskeletal and arthritic problems are the commonest cause of long standing disability in adults. As the population ages, such problems increase and it is essential that there are enough rheumatologists to deal with these issues.”