FELLOWSHIP IN Critical Care Medicine

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) & AACME 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 & AACME 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

What Will You Learn During the Fellowship?

After completing the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine, doctors will be able to:

• Manage critically ill patients using structured ICU Management protocols
• Perform advanced Airway Management and ventilatory support
• Apply evidence-based Sepsis Management strategies in ICU care
• Monitor and stabilize patients using Hemodynamic Monitoring techniques
• Deliver effective Organ Support Therapy in multi-organ failure cases
• Manage complex Emergency Critical Care situations in ICU settings
• Handle trauma, shock and acute deterioration cases with confidence
• Apply structured Critical Patient Management principles in hospital 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-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 is a Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?

A Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine is a structured continuing medical education programme designed for MBBS doctors who want to strengthen their knowledge and clinical skills in intensive care medicine. The programme covers ICU management, airway management, mechanical ventilation, sepsis, organ support therapy, trauma care, haemodynamic monitoring and evidence-based management of critically ill patients through blended learning and practical clinical training.

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.

Can I continue practising while pursuing the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?

Yes. The programme is designed specifically for working doctors. The flexible blended learning model enables participants to continue their medical practice while completing the academic modules, with the optional clinical posting scheduled separately.

Is clinical posting mandatory?

No. The 2-months clinical posting is optional but recommended for hands-on ICU exposure.

What clinical skills will I develop during the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine?

Participants strengthen practical competencies in ICU patient assessment, airway management, mechanical ventilation, sepsis management, haemodynamic monitoring, organ support therapy, emergency critical care, trauma management and evidence-based clinical decision-making for critically ill patients.

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.

How is the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine different from an MD or DM in Critical Care Medicine?

The Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine is a structured continuing medical education programme that enhances specialty-specific knowledge and practical ICU skills after MBBS. It is not a substitute for an MD or DM programme. Instead, it enables practising doctors to pursue advanced critical care education through a flexible blended learning model while continuing their clinical practice.

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) & AACME 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.

Is the Fellowship in Critical Care Medicine recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the former Medical Council of India (MCI)? 

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.

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.

Program Director:

Dr Srikandan Thangavel

• MBBS, MD (Anaesthesiology) with advanced training in Anaesthesia and Critical Care, including UK clinical exposure. 
• 9+ years of ICU experience across multidisciplinary critical care units in India and the UK.
• Expertise in ventilator management, sepsis and shock, trauma care, emergency response, and critical care ultrasound.
• Consultant Intensivist at Gleneagles Health City, Chennai, leading protocol-driven ICU care.