B.Voc. (Dialysis Therapy and Technology)

Introduction of the Sector

Health Care comprising of hospitals, medical devices, clinical trials, outsourcing, telemedicine, medical tourism, health insurance and medical equipment has become one of India’s largest sectors – both in terms of revenue and employment. With increased awareness about health, domestic healthcare, medical tourism and health insurance markets are gaining momentum, offering opportunities for trained personnel.

Programme Introduction

The three-year graduate program provide students with the opportunity to study the Principles of Dialysis, basic medical science of the kidney, fluid and electrolyte balance, hematologic aspects, infectious diseases, dialysis systems and equipment, vascular access to circulation, blood chemistry, complications of renal failure, psycho- social aspects and an overview of peritoneal dialysis and renal transplantation. In short, students are trained to operate Dialysis Equipment, inspect and maintain it. Other than technical training, subjects like Human Anatomy and Physiology, Renal Diseases, other relevant diseases, Blood Chemistry etc. are also covered in this course.

Career Prospects / Job Role

• A career in research, following the completion of a higher degree is an option chosen by some graduates. Graduates are also eligible for employment overseas where their qualifications, training and experience are highly regarded.
• Graduates get employed in hospitals and private practices as Dialysis Technicians.

Knowledge Provider for Skill Training

• Apex kidney care, Criticare Asia hospital, Hinduja Healthcare Hospital, Swami Shradhanand Hospital, C R Wadia Hospital, Lourde Hospital

Semester-wise Listing of Courses