Who is the real doctor, PhD or MBBS?

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    Aishwarya Rai

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    Both a PhD and an MBBS holder can be referred to as 'Doctor', but they have different roles and expertise. 

    An MBBS degree qualifies someone to practice medicine and treat patients as a medical doctor. They diagnose, prescribe treatments, and perform surgeries. 

    On the other hand, a PhD is awarded to individuals who have completed extensive research in a specific field of study, often in Science, Engineering, or Humanities. PhD holders are experts in their research area but do not typically practice medicine or treat patients. 

    While both are doctors in their

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