2ND BHMS ORGANON OF MEDICINE AND HOMOEOPATHIC PHILOSOPHY SYLLABUS: A DETAILED GUIDE FOR STUDENTS (2022-2023 ONWARDS)

Hey future homeopaths! 🎓 If you’re in your 2nd BHMS, you’re probably curious about the Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy syllabus.

Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered!
This post provides a detailed breakdown of the entire syllabus, so you know exactly what to expect.
From understanding Hahnemannian principles to mastering case-taking and analysis, we’ll cover it all.
Let’s dive in!

The 2nd BHMS course includes 8 subjects:

Pathology and Microbiology

Forensic Medicine and Toxicology
Homoeopathic Materia Medica
Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy

Practice of Medicine
Surgery
Gynaecology and Obstetrics

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Why Study Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy?

The Organon of Medicine is the foundation of homoeopathy.

It is the study of the principles and philosophy laid down by Dr. Samuel Hahnemann, which guide the practice of homoeopathy.

A deep understanding of the Organon is essential for:

Accurate case-taking and analysis.
Selecting the most appropriate remedy.

Understanding the dynamics of disease and cure.

For homoeopathic students, this subject is not just about memorizing aphorisms; it’s about grasping the logic and principles behind homoeopathic practice.

This knowledge helps you:

Develop a systematic approach to case management.
Understand the laws of cure and the concept of vital force.
Integrate Organon principles with Materia Medica and Repertory.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the 2nd BHMS course, students should be able to:

Discuss the principles of the Organon of Medicine.
Understand the concept of vital force and its role in health and disease.

Demonstrate case-taking skills as per Organon guidelines.
Analyze symptoms to identify characteristic features.
Apply Organon principles in the management of acute and chronic diseases.

Exam Preparation Tips

If you’re preparing for your 2nd BHMS Organon exam, remember:

1st BHMS syllabus is also included in the exam.
Focus on understanding aphorisms and their practical applications.

Practice case-taking and analysis
Use mnemonics and charts to remember key principles

Table of Contents

THEORY SYLLABUS

Course Content

The 2nd BHMS Organon of Medicine and Homoeopathic Philosophy syllabus is designed to deepen your understanding of Hahnemannian principles and their application in clinical practice.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the course content:

1. Natural Disease vs Artificial Disease (Aphorisms 28-33)

Objective: Understand the difference between natural diseases (those arising from internal or external causes) and artificial diseases (those produced by medicines during drug provings).
Key Concepts:
- The concept of drug proving and its role in understanding artificial diseases.
- How artificial diseases help in selecting the similimum for natural diseases.

2. The Correctness of Homoeopathic Therapeutic Law of Nature (Aphorisms 34-51)

Objective: Explore the Law of Similars and its scientific basis.

Key Concepts:
- Similia Similibus Curentur (like cures like).
- The dynamic action of homoeopathic remedies on the vital force.
- The importance of potentization in remedy preparation.

3. Classification of Diseases (Hahnemannian Classification of Disease) with Introduction to Miasm (Aphorisms 71-82)

Objective: Learn Hahnemann’s classification of diseases and the concept of miasms.
Key Concepts:
- Acute, chronic, and artificial diseases.
- The role of miasms (Psora, Sycosis, Syphilis) in chronic diseases.
- How miasms influence susceptibility and disease expression.

4. Case Taking (Aphorisms 83-103)

Objective: Master the art of case-taking as per Hahnemannian principles.
Key Concepts:
- Holistic case-taking: Understanding the patient as a whole.
- Symptom collection: Mental, physical, and general symptoms.
- Grading of symptoms: Characteristic, peculiar, and common symptoms.
- The importance of environment and physician’s demeanor during case-taking.

5. Homoeopathic Philosophy

5.1 Symptomatology

Objective: Understand the significance of symptoms in homoeopathy.
Key Concepts:
- Subjective vs objective symptoms.
- Mental, physical, and general symptoms.
- The role of symptoms in remedy selection.

5.2 Case Taking

Objective: Develop skills in case-taking techniques.

Key Concepts:
- Perceiving and receiving symptoms from the patient.
- The importance of physical environment and physician’s attitude.
- Grading symptoms based on their importance.

5.3 Case Processing

Objective: Learn the steps involved in case analysis and evaluation.
Key Concepts:
- Analysis of symptoms: Identifying characteristic symptoms.
- Evaluation of symptoms: Grading symptoms based on intensity and peculiarity.
- Totality of symptoms: Combining all symptoms to form a complete picture.
- Susceptibility: Understanding the patient’s susceptibility to disease and remedies.

6. Record Keeping (Aphorism 104)

Objective: Understand the importance of maintaining accurate case records.
Key Concepts:
- Documenting case details: Symptoms, remedy selection, and follow-up.
- The role of record-keeping in tracking patient progress.

7. Various Systems of Medicine (Aphorisms 52-70)

Objective: Compare homoeopathy with other systems of medicine.

Key Concepts:
- Allopathy, Ayurveda, and other traditional systems.
- The advantages and limitations of each system.

8. Causation

Objective: Understand the evolution of disease and its causes.
Key Concepts:
- Predisposing, fundamental, exciting, and maintaining causes.
- How these factors influence disease progression.

9. Individuality-Individualization-Its Process

Objective: Learn the concept of individualization in homoeopathy.
Key Concepts:
- Treating the patient, not the disease.
- The importance of individual susceptibility in remedy selection.

10. Anamnesis-Evolution of Disease

Objective: Study the history and progression of diseases.

Key Concepts:
- Acute vs chronic diseases.
- The role of miasms in disease evolution.

11. Disease-Its Progress-Complex Disease Relation with Miasm

Objective: Understand the complex relationship between diseases and miasms.
Key Concepts:
- How miasms influence disease progression.
- The concept of complex diseases and their management.

12. Introduction to the Concept of Suppression

Objective: Learn about suppression and its effects on health.
Key Concepts:
- Suppression vs cure.
- The dangers of improper treatment and suppression of symptoms.

PRACTICAL OR CLINICAL SYLLABUS

1. Clinical Posting

- Students will begin clinical postings from the 2nd BHMS onwards.
- This includes observing and assisting in patient care under supervision.

2. Case Records

- Each student must maintain case records of at least 10 acute cases.
- These records should include:
  - Patient history.
  - Symptoms (mental, physical, and general).
  - Remedy selection and follow-up.

Why Is This Syllabus Important?

The 2nd BHMS Organon syllabus is the backbone of homoeopathic practice.

It equips you with the principles and skills needed to:

Take and analyze cases effectively.
Select the most appropriate remedy.

Understand the dynamics of disease and cure.

By mastering this syllabus, you’ll be well-prepared to apply Hahnemannian principles in real-world clinical scenarios. 🚀