Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) is one of the premier universities in India, offering a wide range of courses in various disciplines. One such course is the Diploma in Medical Assistant (DMA) which is a two-year full-time diploma program. It is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to work as a medical assistant in a healthcare setting. The course focuses on the fundamentals of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical office procedures, medical coding, medical billing, and medical transcription. It also covers topics such as medical ethics, patient care, and communication skills.

The course is offered by the Department of Medical Education and Research at GGSIPU. It is open to students who have completed their 10+2 or equivalent examination in any stream from a recognized board. The course is divided into four semesters, with each semester focusing on a different set of topics. The course also includes practical training in a hospital or healthcare setting. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to apply for jobs as medical assistants in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings.

Duration

2 Years

Fees

INR 10,000

Mode of Study

Regular

Institute Type

University

Semester	Syllabus
1st	Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Computer Fundamentals, Medical Office Procedures, Medical Law & Ethics, Medical Transcription, Medical Coding & Billing
2nd	Pathology & Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Procedures, Clinical Pharmacology, Clinical Procedures & Techniques, Medical Office Management, Medical Records Management
3rd	Clinical Pathology & Diagnostics, Clinical Laboratory Techniques, Clinical Laboratory Management, Clinical Laboratory Quality Assurance, Clinical Laboratory Safety & Infection Control, Clinical Laboratory Information Systems
4th	Clinical Laboratory Education & Research, Clinical Laboratory Instrumentation, Clinical Laboratory Automation, Clinical Laboratory Quality Control, Clinical Laboratory Supervision & Management, Clinical Laboratory Information Systems

1. Anatomy and Physiology
2. Medical Terminology
3. Medical Ethics and Law
4. Clinical Procedures
5. Pharmacology
6. Pathology
7. Medical Laboratory Techniques
8. Health Care Administration
9. Medical Records Management
10. Emergency Care and First Aid
11. Nutrition and Dietetics
12. Radiology and Imaging
13. Clinical Laboratory Techniques
14. Medical Coding and Billing
15. Communication Skills