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Hi Shweta,
A nutritionist's usual jobs include conducting research on the composition and nutritive values of various diets and meals and feeding programmes, conducting nutrition surveys and other food programmes. He evaluates food for nutrition and formulates balanced diet for people of different age, physical conditions and strengths. It is his duty to plan organize and conduct nutrition programmes, which promote health and control diseases that are caused by nutritional deficiency.
To plan or prepare diets that is appetizing and suitable for consumption by patients suffering from various diseases; to render advise on planning nutritious diets which is within affordable limits, how to change food habits, and how to improve health through diet are some of the important functions of a dietician.
You can pursue a diploma or a B Sc in Nutrition/ Dietetics, followed by a masters or advanced diploma. These courses are available all across the country in both regular and part time mode but there are very few options as far as part time study is concerned. For a diploma/ degree in Mumbai you can approach (i) University of Mumbai (www.mu.ac.in) or (ii) SNDT Women's University (www.sndt.edu). You can check the respective college/ university websites for eligibility and other details.
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Hi Akhil,
After 12th in Science (Biology, Physics and Chemistry) you may take up medicine, dentistry, agricultural science, dairy science or biological sciences (biochemistry, biotechnology). (ONLY if you fulfill the eligibility criteria).
Medicine can be simply defined as the applied science or practice of the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of illness to restore health which involves variety of health care practices.
Over the years, the study of medicine has evolved significantly with the advancement of technology and new ideas. Earlier, a general practitioner used to handle most of the diagnosis and treatments. Now, it has been segregated into various branches which are handled by respective specialists in that field. Specialties in different branches of medicine is also driven by the emergence of new ailments which require expert knowledge for diagnosis and treatment.
The study of medicine is very complex as it has been divided into various sub-specialties and super-specialties. Nevertheless, the diversity offers excellent career opportunities for medical aspirants. Here are some of the most popular medical specialties that one can pursue:
1. Radiology
2. Anesthesiology
3. Emergency Medicine
4. Cardiology
5. Pathology: Obstetrics – Gynecology
6. Neurology
7. Pediatrics
8. Dermatology:
9. Otolaryngology (ENT)
10. Oncology
You can refer the article links for more information:
https://www.shiksha.com/over-10-hottest-medical-specialties-article-5282-1
https://www.shiksha.com/medical-entrance-exams-in-india-article-5936-1
https://www.shiksha.com/top-10-medical-institutes-in-india-article-6635-1
Selecting a course / stream entirely depends on your interest, skills and long term career goal. So, decide wisely.
The cut off score of KEAM Medical 2015 will depend on factors such as availability of seats, number of applicants and difficulty level in the entrance examination.
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