Davao Medical School Foundation

MBBS in the Philippines

Davao Medical School Foundation is located in the city of Davao which is approximately 588 miles (964 Km) south-east of Manila and is the largest City in the Island of Mindanao.

1976

Davao Medical School Foundation was established in the year 1976 as a consortium made up of Ataneo de Davao University, the Brokenshire Memorial Hospital, the Development of People’s Foundation, the San Pedro College and San Pedro Hospital.

MCI Recognised

Davao Medical School Foundation is recognised by MCI & WHO. The degree is recognised in India, US, UK.

5.5-years

Davao Medical School Foundation BS-MD Degree is of a duration of five and half years. 16 months BS course followed by 4-year of MD course. DSMF provides students with the opportunity to do BS Course in Pune or the Philippines. The 4 year of MD Course will be done in the Philippines campus only.

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Syllabus for Pre-Medical Course of 16 Months

First Term

  • Calculus & Analytical
  • Biochemistry
  • Geometry
  • Plant Morpho-Anatomy
  • Comparative Vertebrate Anatomy
  • General Psychology
  • Parasitology
  • Plant Morpho-Anatomy

Second Term

  • Entomology
  • Freshwater Biology
  • General Microbiology
  • Philosophy of Man
  • Developmental Biology
  • Plant Physiology
  • Fundamentals of Genetics
  • Animal Physiology

Third Term

  • Research Methodology
  • Systematic Biology
  • Cell & Molecular Biology
  • Comparative Religion
  • Politics & Governance / Phil. Const
  • Ecology
  • Education for Sustainable
  • Development

Third Term

  • Human Genetic
  • Radiation Biology
  • Histology & Micro-technique
  • Research in Bio. Sc. (Thesis Writing)
  • Immunology
  • Rizal’s Life, Works and Writings
  • Econ. / Taxation & Agrarian Reform

Syllabus for Medical Curriculum leading to MBBS (MD) degree

First Year

First Semester

  • Gross Anatomy
  • Histology
  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Neuroscience 1
  • Prim. Health Care

First Year

Second Semester

  • Gross Anatomy
  • Histology
  • Physiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Neuroscience 1
  • Biostatistics
  • History of Medicine

Second Year

First Semester

  • Pharmacoiogy
  • Microbiology
  • Gen Pathology
  • Clin. Pathoiogy
  • Phys Diagnosis
  • Neuroscience 2
  • Epidemiology

Second Year

First Semester

  • Pharmacoiogy
  • Parasitology
  • Gen Pathology
  • Clin. Pathoiogy
  • Phys Diagnosis
  • Neuroscience 2
  • Pediatrics
  • Surgery

Third Year

First Semester

  • Pediatrics
  • Ob-Gyne
  • Surgery
  • Medicine
  • Legal Medicine
  • EENT
  • Neuroscience 3

Third Year

Second Semester

  • Pediatrics
  • Ob-Gyne
  • Surgery
  • Medicine
  • Corn. Medicine
  • Dermatology
  • Radiology
  • Med. Ethics
  • Rehab. Med
  • Neuroscience 3

Fourth Year

Clinical

  • Medicine
  • Surgery
  • Ob-Gynecology
  • Pediatrics
  • Community Medicine

Davao Medical School Foundation's Hospitals

The Davao Medical School Foundation Hospital (DMSF Hospital)

The Davao Medical School Foundation Hospital (DMSF Hospital) is a 100-bed capacity 4-storey building tertiary care hospital. It is spread across 10,000 sq. feet area. The students studying at Davao Medical School Foundation practice here. The hospital has 60 private rooms, 24 beds for the wards, 2 suite rooms and the rest are semi-private rooms.

Davao Doctor’s Hospital

Founded in 1969, today it is the largest and most modern hospital in the Island of Mindanao, with 250 beds. It is a privately owned multi-speciality hospital. The hospital was founded way back in 1969, and today, it is the best, the largest and the most modern hospital in the Island of Mindanao, with 250 beds.

Southern Philippines Medical Center

The Southern Philippines Medical Center is a government operated hospital. It is located at the JP Laurel Ave, Bajada, Davao City. Its former name was the Davao Medical Center which was changed on November 19, 2009, by the Republic Act 09792.

San Pedro Hospital

San Pedro Hospital is a catholic not-for-profit, training institution committed to the care of the sick and the poor, the education of health professionals and the delivery of quality health care to all. The San Pedro Hospital is owned and managed by the Dominican Sisters of the Trinity, Inc. It is governed by ten (10) members of the Board of Trustees and, managed by the Administrator who is at the same time the President of the corporation.

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DMSF HOSPITAL
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Davao Doctors Hospital
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Southern Philippines Medical Center
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San Pedro Hospital

Why Davao Medical School Foundation?

  • Among the Top-Ranked Medical Colleges for MBBS in the PhilippinesDavao Medical School Foundation ranks in the top-6 medical colleges in the Philippines. The school has the best teachers/professors who have the required qualifications to impart knowledge to the students. Davao Medical School Foundation has tie-ups with various hospitals in Davao with a total bed count of 4,000 plus. The students practice in the various hospitals in a tight-schedule during their final year, which gives them an on-the-job experience of treating patients. Also, Since the local language is English, students do not face any language issue or barrier.
  • A pathway to success and a bright future:More than 550 Indian students who graduated from Davao Medical School Foundation are successfully practising in India and in other countries around the world. The students from Davao Medical School Foundation have done very well in screening tests such as FMGE and USMLE.
  • Advanced Teaching Techniques & Practices:a. Simulation Centers: The students are trained on mannequins before they go for the actual internship or clinical rotation. This significantly boosts the understanding and confidence of the students.b. Modern Library: The library of DMSF is termed as an Ultra Modern Library of International Standards by Davao Medical School Foundation. The library provides the students with an environment to study. The library is stacked with a wide variety of books from several authors so that the students can gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the subjects.c. Team Learning Centers: Davao Medical School Foundation has developed a learning system which ensures that no student is left behind in the learning process. DMSF encourages the students to discuss the various subjects and topics in small groups where the discussion is moderated by a qualifies professor.d. 3D Anatomy Dissection Center: A modern piece of equipment which helps the professors to teach the students in a better manner and thus aiding the students to make use of the advancements in technology for their learning and understanding. This technology helps in the better explanation of the Anatomy of the Human Body and benefits the students. Davao Medical School Foundation is among the first institutions to introduce this modern teaching method.
  • Best Choice for Indian Medical Aspirants:Among the choices available to Indian students in regards to the countries, the Philippines is the ideal choice for several reasons. The climatic conditions and disease pattern of MBBS in Philippines is similar to that in India. The students, therefore, become equipped to practice in India because they become familiar with the diseases that exist here. Moreover, the Philippines is an English speaking country. The professors are well versed in the language and the students are not required to learn a new language.
  • Hostel and Indian mess facility available for Indian students:Fully air-conditioned hostels are available for Indian students with the availability of Indian food prepared by Indian cooks. This means that students will get an environment to study in and that the students can focus on their studies and nothing else.

Davao Medical School Foundation Sports Facilities

Davao Medical School Foundation’s vision is to develop the all-round personality of the students. The University lays as much emphasis on sports as it does on the academics of the students. The University encourages students to attain sporting excellence and provides all the necessary facilities and equipment to the students for maintaining physical fitness and good health.
The University offers an extensive range of sports and fitness classes throughout the academic session. Qualified staff and trainers deliver programmes for all ages, tastes and abilities, from Cricket to Yoga to Weight Training and Aerobics. There are separate coaches for all the games who groom the students and train them rigorously to compete at national level. All the games have equipment of International standards which is accessible to all the students.
The infrastructure has been designed with good facilities for sports as well as recreational activities. The University has top sports facilities including the following:

  •  400-metre all-weather athletics track
  •  Cricket Ground
  •  Football Grounds
  •  Hockey Fields
  •  Handball Field
  •  Tennis Court
  •  Basket Ball Courts
  •  Baseball Court
  •  Badminton Courts
  •  Volleyball Courts
  •  Kabaddi Courts
  •  Kho-kho Court
  •  Table tennis facility
  •  Well-equipped Boxing Arena
  •  Fitness and strength conditioning centres (Pieces of cardiovascular equipment and an extensive free weights area)
  •  Facility for Aerobics and Dance
  •  Grass Pitches
  •  Indoor Strengthening and Weight Training Gymnasiums

Davao Medical School Foundation Students Sent by GMF

Global Medical Foundation is authorised to send students to Davao Medical School Foundation from all over India. You can take admission in Davao Medical School Foundation through us no matter where you are in India. Below is a list of some of the students sent to Davao Medical School Foundation by Global Medical Foundation:

Name of the studentPlaceState
Moushamy RoyKolkataWest Bengal
Shreya SinhaKolkataWest Bengal
Akash Kochuman Delhi
Anushree Bansal Punjab

Davao Medical School Foundation Fees

Davao Medical School Foundation Fee Structure:

Year ->BS Course (2 years)2nd Year3rd Year4th Year5th YearTotal Fees
Fees in Rupees INR 8,00,000US $ 5,100US $ 5,100US $ 5,100US $ 5,100INR 23,30,000 (Approx.)

Hostel & Food Charges:

Amenities Amount in USD Amount in INR
Hostel at Pune Food and Accommodation
(payable at time of Admission INR 72,000 (USD 1125/-))
(payable by November 2019 – INR 72,000 (USD 1125/-))
USD 2250/- INR 1,44,000/-
Books & Uniform USD 625/- INR 40,000/-
Hostel at Philippines Food and Accommodation
(payable by May 2020 INR 84,000 (USD 1313/-))
(payable by November 2020 – INR 84,000 (USD 1313/-))
USD 2625/- INR 1,68,000/-
TICKET AND VISA (for First Entry) USD 1950/- INR 1,25,000/-

Contact Global Medical Foundation for admission in Davao Medical School Foundation.