Bachelor of Electro-Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery (BEMS)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Electro-Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery (BEMS) is a comprehensive undergraduate professional degree program that trains students in the specialized system of Electro-Homeopathy - a unique therapeutic approach developed by Count Cesare Mattei in the 19th century. This holistic medical system combines botanical medicine, spagyric preparations, and energy medicine principles to treat various diseases through plant-based remedies that act on the body's electrical and lymphatic systems. The program integrates classical medical sciences with Electro-Homeopathic philosophy, pharmacology, and clinical practice, preparing graduates to become licensed practitioners who can diagnose, prescribe, and manage patient care using this alternative medical system.

Program Highlights

• Category: Alternative Medicine / AYUSH System
• Duration: 4½ Years (4 years academic + 6 months internship) / 5½ Years (5 years + 6 months internship)
• Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology (PCB) - Minimum 50% marks
• Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Electro-Homeopathy Medicine and Surgery (BEMS)
• Recognition: State-level recognition (varies by state)
• Total Fee: ₹2,00,000 - 6,00,000 (varies by institution and state)
• Career Focus: Electro-Homeopathic Medical Practice
• Practice Rights: Can practice as registered Electro-Homeopathy physician (as per state regulations)
• Registration: State Medical Council registration (where recognized)

What is Electro-Homeopathy? Understanding the Medical System

Historical Background:

Electro-Homeopathy was developed by Count Cesare Mattei (1809-1896), an Italian nobleman and scientist, in the mid-19th century. After extensive research on plants and their therapeutic properties, Mattei created a system of medicine based on the principle that diseases originate from alterations in the body's lymphatic and blood systems, which can be corrected using specific plant-based remedies prepared through special methods.

Fundamental Principles:

1. Theory of Two Fluids:

• Lymph (White Fluid): Governs the structural aspects of the body
• Blood (Red Fluid): Governs the functional aspects
• Disease occurs when there is imbalance or alteration in these fluids
• Treatment aims to restore harmony between these two systems

2. Electrical Nature of Life:

• Life force operates through electrical principles
• Remedies work on the body's electromagnetic field
• Disease is seen as electrical disharmony
• Healing involves restoring electrical balance

3. Plant-Based Medicine:

• All remedies derived exclusively from plants
• Prepared through spagyric methods (alchemical extraction)
• Potentized and energized preparations
• No animal products or minerals used (unlike classical homeopathy)

4. Classification of Remedies: Electro-Homeopathic remedies are classified into:

• Scrofolosi (S): Red series - Acts on lymphatic/glandular system
• Cancerosi (C): Green series - Acts on cellular degeneration
• Angiotico (A): Yellow series - Acts on blood vessels and circulation
• Febrifugi (F): Blue series - Acts on febrile conditions
• Vermifugi (V): Acts on parasitic infestations
• Pettorale (P): Acts on respiratory system
• Venerei (VE): Acts on genito-urinary system
• Electrical fluids: Various supporting remedies

5. Constitutional Treatment:

• Treats the person as a whole, not just symptoms
• Considers temperament, constitution, and disease tendency
• Individualized treatment approach
• Preventive and curative aspects

Differences from Classical Homeopathy:

Why Choose Electro-Homeopathy? The Career Perspective

Growing Interest in Alternative Medicine:

Market Trends:

• AYUSH Sector Growth: 17% CAGR
• Alternative Medicine Market (India): ₹30,000+ crores
• Government Support: Ministry of AYUSH promoting all systems
• Patient Preference: Increasing demand for side-effect-free treatments
• Integration with Mainstream: Integrative medicine gaining acceptance
• Global Interest: European and South American popularity
• Chronic Disease Management: Natural approaches for lifestyle diseases

Career Earnings Potential:

Income Ranges:

Factors Affecting Income:

• Location (metro vs. rural)
• Patient base and reputation
• Clinic setup and facilities
• Specialization and expertise
• Marketing and visibility
• Consultation fees charged

 Diverse Career Opportunities:

Employment Sectors:

1. Private Clinical Practice
2. Electro-Homeopathic Hospitals & Clinics
3. Government AYUSH Dispensaries (where recognized)
4. Integrative Health Centers
5. Wellness Resorts & Spas
6. Educational Institutions (Teaching)
7. Pharmaceutical Companies (Electro-Homeopathic drug manufacturing)
8. Research Organizations
9. Medical Tourism Facilities
10. Corporate Health Services

 Practice Opportunities:

Geographical Scope:

• India:

  • Bihar (Strong recognition and practice)
  • Jharkhand
  • West Bengal
  • Andhra Pradesh
  • Karnataka
  • Other states (varying recognition)

• International:

  • Italy (Country of origin)
  • Germany
  • Spain
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Sri Lanka
  • Middle East (growing interest)

⚖️ Legal Status & Recognition:

Important Note: The recognition and legal status of Electro-Homeopathy varies significantly by state and country:

In India:

• Recognized States: Bihar, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh have state-level recognition
• Registration: State Medical Councils in recognizing states
• Practice Rights: Can practice independently where recognized
• AYUSH Ministry: Not centrally recognized under AYUSH, but some states have included it
• Legislative Status: Varies by state legislation

Not Recognized:

• Central Council of Homeopathy (CCH) does not recognize Electro-Homeopathy
• Not equivalent to BHMS (Bachelor of Homeopathic Medicine and Surgery)
• Cannot practice in states without specific recognition

Students must verify recognition status in their intended state of practice before enrollment

Professional Advantages:

Why Practitioners Choose This Field:

• Holistic treatment approach
• Plant-based, safe medicines
• Fewer side effects than allopathy
• Preventive and curative capabilities
• Chronic disease management
• Lower treatment costs for patients
• Quick results in acute conditions
• Scope for family medicine practice
• Growing patient acceptance
• Can be combined with lifestyle counseling

Comprehensive Curriculum Structure

Year 1: Pre-Clinical & Foundation Sciences

Semester 1:

1. Anatomy:

• Gross Anatomy:

  • Osteology (Bones)
  • Arthrology (Joints)
  • Myology (Muscles)
  • Splanchnology (Viscera)
  • Angiology (Blood vessels)
  • Neurology (Nervous system)
  • Systemic regional anatomy

• Histology:

  • Microscopic structure of tissues
  • Cell biology
  • Epithelial, connective, muscular, nervous tissues
  • Histology of organs

• Embryology:

  • Development of human body
  • Germ layers
  • Organogenesis
  • Congenital anomalies

Practicals:

• Dissection of human cadaver
• Histology slides examination
• Bone identification
• Surface anatomy

2. Physiology:

• General Physiology:

  • Cell physiology
  • Body fluids and electrolytes
  • Homeostasis

• Systemic Physiology:

  • Blood and lymph
  • Cardiovascular system
  • Respiratory system
  • Digestive system
  • Excretory system
  • Nervous system
  • Endocrine system
  • Reproductive system
  • Musculoskeletal system

• Special Senses:

  • Eye and vision
  • Ear and hearing
  • Taste and smell
  • Touch and sensation

Practicals:

• Hematology practicals
• Recording vital signs
• Physiological experiments
• Clinical examination basics

3. Biochemistry:

• General Biochemistry:

  • Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids
  • Enzymes and coenzymes
  • Vitamins and minerals
  • Bioenergetics

• Clinical Biochemistry:

  • Metabolism
  • Nutrition
  • Blood chemistry
  • Urine analysis
  • Acid-base balance
  • Biochemical investigations

Practicals:

• Qualitative and quantitative analysis
• Blood sugar, urea, creatinine estimation
• Urine examination
• Biochemical tests

4. Introduction to Electro-Homeopathy:

• History and development of Electro-Homeopathy
• Life and work of Count Cesare Mattei
• Philosophy and principles
• Comparison with other medical systems
• Scope and limitations
• Legal and ethical aspects
• Introduction to remedies

Semester 2:

1. Anatomy (Continued):

• Regional anatomy completion
• Applied anatomy
• Clinical correlations
• Imaging anatomy basics

2. Physiology (Continued):

• Advanced topics
• Integrated physiology
• Applied physiology
• Exercise physiology
• Environmental physiology

3. Biochemistry (Continued):

• Clinical applications
• Pathological biochemistry
• Interpretation of lab reports

4. Electro-Homeopathic Philosophy - Part I:

• Fundamental Concepts:

  • Theory of two fluids (Lymph and Blood)
  • Electrical theory of life
  • Concept of disease causation
  • Classification of diseases

• Constitutional Types:

  • Lymphatic temperament
  • Sanguine temperament
  • Nervous temperament
  • Bilious temperament
  • Mixed constitutions

• Therapeutic Principles:

  • Principles of cure
  • Direction of cure
  • Laws of healing
  • Crisis and recovery