FELLOWSHIP IN Critical Care Medicine
Deepen your knowledge in managing critically ill patients across various ICU settings.
12 Months Course with
8 Weeks Training
(All INCLUSIVE)
Critical Care Course Description
Medigrad’s Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine is a one-year blended learning program designed to equip MBBS doctors and above with the clinical knowledge and decision-making skills required to manage critically ill patients in ICU settings.
Critical care medicine focuses on patients with life-threatening organ dysfunction who need continuous monitoring, rapid intervention, and advanced organ support. This program covers the complete spectrum of ICU care including airway management, mechanical ventilation, cardiac and neurological emergencies, sepsis, trauma, and end-of-life care.
The fellowship is delivered through 12 months of structured online learning supported by recorded lectures, live interactive sessions, and assessments, with an optional 2-month clinical posting at associated hospitals. It is accredited by The CPD Standards (UK) and follows globally accepted clinical guidelines, making it a credible critical care medicine online certification in India.
Why Choose Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?
- Designed specifically for MBBS doctors managing ICU and emergency cases
- Covers real-world ICU scenarios across respiratory, cardiac, neurological, renal, and metabolic emergencies
- Blended learning model that fits around active clinical practice
- Optional hands-on clinical exposure at associated hospitals
- Curriculum aligned with current ICU protocols and technological advancements
- CPD-accredited program with structured assessments and certification
This fellowship helps bridge the growing gap between ICU demand and the availability of trained critical care doctors in India.
Who Should Enroll?
This critical care fellowship after MBBS is ideal for:
- MBBS doctors working in ICUs, emergency departments, or high-dependency units
- General physicians handling critically ill patients in hospitals or nursing homes
- Doctors looking to strengthen ICU decision-making and procedural confidence
- Clinicians planning to transition into full-time critical care roles
- Early-career doctors seeking structured specialization without leaving practice
Career Advancement Opportunities
With a rising shortage of trained intensivists across India, completing a fellowship course for doctors after MBBS in critical care opens multiple career pathways, including:
- ICU physician roles in corporate and multi-specialty hospitals
- Emergency and trauma care positions
- Critical care units in district hospitals and private nursing homes
- Expanded scope and credibility in hospital-based practice
- Strong foundation for further specialization in intensive care medicine
This fellowship strengthens both clinical competence and professional credibility in high-acuity care environments.
Ready to Advance Your Critical Care Skills?
Build confidence in managing critically ill patients and step into advanced ICU roles with the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine. Enrol Now.
MODULE-1 : CRITICAL CARE ORGANIZATION – AIRWAY
- Management in ICU
- Functional Anatomy of Airway
- Basic principles of airway management in ICU
- Oxygen Therapy
- Respiratory Critical Care
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Weaning from Ventilation
- General Care of Intubated Patients
- Difficult Weaning
- Acute Severe Asthma
- Acute Exacerbation of COPD
- Community Acquired Pneumonia
- Nosocomial Pneumonia
- ARDS
- Acute Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pleural Diseases
- Cardiac Critical Care
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Cardiac Arrhythmia- T achycardia & Bradycardia
- Acute Decompensated Heart Failure
- Approach to Hypertensive Emergencies
- Aortic Dissection
- Cardiac arrest & Post ROSC care
MODULE-2 :
- Neurological Critical Care
- Status Epilepticus
- Acute Ischemic Stroke
- Subarachnoid Haemorrhage
- Intracerebral Haemorrhage
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Coma & Brain Death
- Sedation and Delirium in ICU
- Neuromuscular disorders in Critically ill Patients Gastrointestinal
- Critical Care
- Upper GI Bleed
- Lower GI Bleed
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Abdomen
- Hepatic Critical Care
- Acute Liver Failure
- End-Stage Liver Disease & Management
- Renal Critical Care
- Crystalloids and Colloids
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- Acid Base Disorders
- ABG – Basic Principles
- Metabolic Acid base Disorders
- Respiratory Acid base Disorders Electrolytes
- Critical Care
- Sodium Disorders Potassium Disorders
- Magnesium Disorders
- Calcium Disorders
MODULE-3 :
- Endocrine Critical Care
- Glucose Control in ICU
- DKA & HHS
- Adrenal Insufficiency in ICU
- Thyroid Disorders
- Hematology Critical Care
- Anaemia and Transfusion
- Thrombocytopenia in ICU
- Acute management of Bleeding
- Coagulopathy
- Obstetric Critical Care
- Maternal & Foetal critical care
- Pre-eclampsia and Eclampsia
- Trauma Critical Care
- Burns
- Pelvic injury & Other Solid Organ Injury
MODULE-4 :
- Toxicology Critical Care
- Anaphylaxis
- Poisoning
- Infectious diseases in Critical Care
- CNS Infections
- Skin & Soft Tissue Infections
- Bloodstream Infections
- Invasive Fungal Sepsis
- Sepsis in Immunocompromised
- Clostridium difficile and Diarrhoea
- Infection Prevention in ICU
- Procedures in ICU
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Cricothyroidotomy
- Central Venous Catheterisation
- Arterial Catheterisation
- Thoracentesis
- Intercostal Drainage Tube Insertion
- Paracentesis
- Lumbar Puncture
- Per cutaneous Tracheotomy
- Basic Critical Care ultrasound
- Miscellaneous
- Nutrition in ICU
- Transport of Critically ill patient
- End of Life Care
- Patient and Family Communication
- Drugs in ICU
- Common Scores in ICU
Our critical care medicine course follows a blended learning model that allows doctors to upskill without disrupting their clinical practice.
Learning Structure
- 12 Months Online Learning
Access recorded video lectures, e-books, and structured learning modules through Medigrad’s LMS. - Live Interactive Sessions
Regular live sessions with experienced critical care faculty to reinforce clinical concepts and case-based learning. - Optional 2-Months Clinical Posting
Hands-on clinical exposure at associated hospitals, offering real-world ICU experience.
Program Deliverables
- LMS access for e-books and recorded lectures
- Live interactive sessions
- Certificate of Completion
- Optional clinical training certificate
- CPD Standards (UK) accreditation
The program content is aligned with the latest technological and clinical advancements and developed using globally recognised e-learning resources, ensuring strong clinical relevance
What are the eligibility criteria for the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?
Medigrad’s Critical Care Fellowship Course is open to MBBS doctors with a valid medical license seeking to advance their skills in critical care management.
Is this fellowship suitable for working doctors?
Yes. The online-first structure allows doctors to continue practice while completing the program.
What is the duration of the course?
The fellowship runs for 12 months, in online blended format with optional 2-months clinical posting.
Is clinical posting mandatory?
No. The 2-months clinical posting is optional but recommended for hands-on ICU exposure.
What certifications will I receive upon completion of the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?
Upon completion of the fellowship in critical care medicine from Medigrad, successful participants will be awarded with 2 certifications-
(i) Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine from Medigrad with The CPD Standards (UK) accreditation
(ii) Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine from The CPD Standards (UK) – with 110 CPD hours
Both the certificates will be issued online and original hardcopy will be sent through post, are valid for lifetime and are verifiable online.
How does the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine prepare doctors for critical care emergencies?
The Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine at Medigrad uniquely prepares doctors by offering an 8-week practical training component, allowing hands-on experience in critical care units, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle emergencies confidently.
How does the Critical Care Fellowship contribute to career advancement for an MBBS Doctor?
The Critical Care Fellowship propels career advancement for MBBS doctors by incorporating a unique 4-week practical training component. This hands-on experience equips graduates with the skills needed for leadership roles, research opportunities, and academic positions in the dynamic field of critical care medicine.
What sets Medigrad’s Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine apart from other online fellowship courses after MBBS?
The emphasis on leadership skills, diverse learning methods, and exposure to advanced critical care scenarios distinguish Medigrad’s Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine from other online fellowships, providing a holistic learning experience for doctors post-MBBS.
How do I apply for a Medigrad’s advanced fellowship course in critical care medicine after MBBS?
(i) Click on the Enrol Now button.
(ii) Fill the entire application form and click the Submit button.
(iii) Click the Pay Now button to make your payment.
(iv) Pay using a debit card / credit card / net banking.
(v) Fill in all the required details and upload your documents.
We only accept applications and payments made online through our website or payment links shared by the official admission team. The students can also make payments through Tazapay/ Instamojo/ Stripe/ Gpay UPI links shared by our admission team. There is no other mode of enrolling for our courses.
Can I submit my certificate at a later date after enrolment into fellowship in critical care medicine or can I enroll by providing my provisional certificates?
Certificates are a proof of your educational credentials that will be required for the enrolment. However, in case of any difficulty you may give a written undertaking to that effect for providing the certificates within the stipulated time frame.
What is the procedure after enrolment into the Medigrad’s fellowship courses after MBBS?
(i) You will receive a welcome mail with your login credentials for the program, guidebook, and course curriculum, highlighting important dates to keep in mind within 48 hours of enrolling into the online fellowship course in critical care medicine on your registered email id.
(ii) You can begin a self-paced study, completing the modules as per the program schedule.
How to access the course material online and do you provide study material in hard copy as well?
Once you complete the enrolment process in Medigrad’s online fellowship courses, you will be provided with a unique student ID and login details. If you haven’t received the same within 48 working hours from the support team, please feel free to call us on +91-9810122818 or write to us on support@medigrad.com. You will get the hard copy of the study material at your postal address in 5-7 working days. All International students will also receive the study material by paying additional courier charges of USD 150* and with the due condition of courier service available in their country.
Is it a recognized program by the Medical Council of India ?
The medical council has no jurisdiction over any programme delivered via online or blended learning platforms. These online fellowship courses are not intended to be a substitute for formal medical education or specialization. Nonetheless, it seeks to provide doctors with the knowledge and tools they need to support and improve their patient care skills.
Can Indian foreign medical graduates apply for the Medigrad’s Advance Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?
Indian foreign medical graduates first need to clear FMGE (Foreign Medical Graduate Examination), i.e. a screening test for international medical graduates to be eligible to obtain the registration certificate from the National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council (SMC) & practice medicine in the country. Once the registration certificate is obtained, the Indian foreign medical graduate can apply for Medigrad’s Critical Care Fellowship course after MBBS.
How many years is a critical care fellowship?
A standard critical care fellowship in a traditional academic setting lasts 2–3 years. However, for MBBS graduates or working doctors who want to fast-track their skills in ICU management and life support, shorter, intensive post MBBS fellowship courses are also available. These offer comprehensive learning in a more time-efficient format.
Medigrad’s Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine, for example, is a 12-month structured program designed to equip doctors with key ICU skills—ideal for those seeking practical, career-oriented courses for doctors.
Program Accreditation by
The CPD Standards, UK
eLearning Modules By
Intensive Care Medicine (ICM)
This program includes
- Study Material
- Recorded Video Sessions
- Online LMS access
- Live Interactive Sessions*
- Certificate of Completion
Eligibility for Program
MBBS & Above
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