Ganga Speaks

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this blog are the authors own and are derived from the author’s observations and experiences. This blog is the intellectual property of the blog owner and unauthorised reproduction of the blog material is strictly prohibited. The results of any M.D.S entrance exam usually end up dividing the successful candidates into two very dissimilar groups; CHOOSERS and COMPROMISERS. The CHOOSERS include a small percentage of candidates who possess both clarity of mind as well as a top rank and end up bagging a seat in a branch of their choice. The COMPROMISERS, on the other hand, include a vast majority of the successful candidates who settle for a branch other than the branch of their interest even after scoring a decent rank. It is natural then to have an element of doubt in your mind when it comes to choosing the RIGHT branch with the rank you scored and the options available to you at that rank. No wonder, the candidates looking to make the RI...

Disclaimer: The views expressed in this blog are the authors own and are derived from the authors personal experiences and observations. This blog is the intellectual property of the blog owner and unauthorized use of the blog material is strictly prohibited. Earn some money; gain some experience, a side-gig during entrance preparation so that you don’t lose the “touch” of treating patients or simply a means to buy some time till you decide what you want to do in the future. These are some of the common reasons why most dental students join a LOCUM after graduation. LOCUM, a temporary routine of 6-12 months meant to learn the basics of clinic and patient management, t he quintessential skills necessary to establish a practice.  The question is, are these skills enough to establish a SUCCESSFUL practice? While it is true without a doubt that running a successful practice demands that you learn ON THE JOB and OVER THE YEARS rather than gain all the skills...