The Diploma in Tuberculosis and Chest Diseases (DTCD) at Dow University of Health Sciences equips medical professionals with specialized skills in diagnosing and treating respiratory conditions like tuberculosis. DTCD holders are trained to contribute to combating infectious diseases, promoting lung health, and improving patient outcomes, particularly in communities with high rates of respiratory illnesses.
The program provides comprehensive training with a curriculum that can be viewed online. The eligibility criteria require specific prior qualifications, including M.B.B.S and a valid PM&DC registration certificate, plus a completed one year house job and domicile Sindh. Admission is based on an admissions process aimed at assessing academic trajectory and personal ambitions.