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India’s medical education scene is stirring with a new debate: whether scholars who hold PhDs but not MBBS degrees should teach future doctors. This issue has caught the attention of educators and policymakers because while non-MBBS PhD holders bring strong research expertise, there are concerns about their lack of clinical training.

Supporters of PhD-only faculty argue that these educators strengthen the scientific quality of medical teaching. They point out that these teachers often help students understand complex theories and recent scientific advances. On the other hand, critics worry that the absence of clinical experience could weaken students’ grasp of real-world medicine — something that only doctors with clinical background can reliably offer.

As the debate continues, voices from medical councils and institutions are calling for a balanced approach. They suggest combining the strengths of both groups — PhD holders for academic depth and MBBS doctors for clinical insight — to ensure that future doctors receive education that is both scientifically sound and practically grounded.