Top 8 Medical Careers Beyond NEET and MBBS Degrees

Radiologic Technologist

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Respiratory Therapist

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Medical Laboratory Technologist

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Occupational Therapist

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Physical Therapist

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Physician Assistant

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Nurse Practitioner

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Pharmacist

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