Which is the highest academic degree in field of medicine?
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In India, the highest academic degree in the field of medicine is the Doctor of Medicine (DM) and the Doctorate of Medicine (MCh). These degrees are specialised postgraduate qualifications that doctors can pursue after completing their MD (Doctor of Medicine) or MS (Master of Surgery) degrees.
DM and MCh degrees are typically awarded in various medical specialities and super-specialities such as Cardiology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Neurosurgery, etc. These degrees represent the highest level of expertise and specialisation in their respective medical fields.
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