All India Institute of Medical Sciences - [AIIMS], Bhubaneswar

My sister left AFMC for AIIMS Bhubaneswar not because the institute was better but because she had several personal reasons that led her to the decision. In fact, AFMC l has a better campus and better facilities than AIIMS Bhubaneswar, however, it also has a commitment to serve the armed forces. This may hinder your growth to an extent.

Our family was completely against her going to Pune for studies and most importantly working in the forces for a lifetime. She appeared for the interview and the beauty of the campus encompassed her, after which she enrolled herself. However, the 7 days window period which allows you to exit within 7 days taught here a lot. She realized that she won’t be able to cope up with the hectic life among students who were mostly from army backgrounds. The overall environment was very rigid with millions of rules and regulations. Our father decided to get her out do AFMC and enrolled her in AIIMS Bhubaneswar which was much rarer than our home. 

Now, as a student of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, she is truly satisfied with her quality of college life though she sometimes looks back at the missed opportunity to serve the country. But seeing her family more satisfied with Bhubaneswar she knew she had taken the right decision. 

Both JIPMER and AIIMS Bhubaneswar are equally good in terms of infrastructure and academics. While JIPMER has a magnificent campus, AIIMS Bhubaneswar buildings are more modern because of recent construction. Overall, there aren't many differences between the 2 institutes. The academics, infrastructure, and hostel facilities are somewhat similar. but if I was in your place, I would have chosen JIPMER, Puducherry for UG over AIIMS Bhubaneswar. While this may surprise many, I have logical reasons to support my stance. The one solid reason why I chose JIPMER was the beauty and the places to explore. 

• The breakfast shops in Auroville
• The Rocky Beach with moonlight shimmering on the water.
• The Le Cafe 
• Villa Shanti 
• Villa Helena, Celine’s Kitchen, DisDis&Co, Satsunga, Le Club, Rendezvous, Villa Krish, Coromandel Cafe, and many more.
• A pretty resort, Ocean Spray

While some might find it illogical to prefer a certain institute just because of the restaurants near it, for me it certainly is a valid point. As a medical student, it’s very important to take breaks and these beautiful places will surely take you to a different world. 

However, JIPMER is suitable only for UG. For PG, AIIMS Bhubaneswar is the best option because the language barrier is a major problem in the South.

Overall, JIPMER is an excellent option for UG while AIIMS Bhubaneswar can be preferred for PG,

If you are considering pursuing a medical degree in Orissa, you may be weighing your options between AIIMS and SCB Medical College. Here are some key points to keep in mind as you make your decision:

• AIIMS and SCB Medical College are both highly regarded institutions in Orissa, and they are known for producing some of the best medical professionals in the country.
• While both institutions have excellent faculty members who are experts in their respective fields, AIIMS has a slight edge in terms of brand recognition and the quality of its students. This may be due in part to the fact that AIIMS is a newer institution, having been established in 2012, while SCB Medical College has been around since 1944.
• One advantage that AIIMS has over SCB Medical College is its modern facilities. AIIMS is housed in a state-of-the-art building with advanced equipment and technology that is designed to support cutting-edge research and patient care. By contrast, SCB Medical College is housed in a more traditional building that may not offer the same level of amenities.

However, it's important to note that both institutions provide excellent medical facilities and resources to their students. Whether you choose to attend AIIMS or SCB Medical College, you can expect to receive a high-quality education that will prepare you for a successful career in medicine.

Ultimately, the decision of which institution to attend will depend on your personal preferences and priorities. You may want to consider factors such as location, cost, and available programs and specializations, as well as the reputation and resources of each institution.

Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) is definitely better than every other AIIMS. Though there are chances for AIIMS to grow in the next 3-5 years. But opting AIIMS over MAMC is really not recommended.

• MAMC has a huge patient load. But you need to remember that a huge influx of patients does not mean a huge amount of knowledge but it means more commotion.
• AIIMS are made to be tertiary care centers and to receive rare and quality cases. Hence the patient inflow is low.
• MAMC has PG reservations, which are yet to start at AIIMS.
• MAMC also gets the locational advantage, being in the heart of the city.
• The batch size here is huge, about 250, which sometimes becomes problematic.
• They have a better and more experienced faculty than AIIMS.
• Due to the pandemic clinical classes are held in the seminar rooms with just 10 students and a faculty. This lets the students interact with the teacher properly.
• A small group of students is also easier to manage by a teacher.
• Also the best thing about MAMC is its fees. It is much less than that of AIIMS.
• An MBBS course is around INR 11,000 at MAMC.

MAMC being a more older and experienced institution has provided its students with some of the best opportunities. But that does not mean that AIIMS is lagging behind. As it is also growing and providing students with the appropriate amount of exposure.