"The MD degree, also known as MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) in other countries, is widely recognized and popular. In Canada, the Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree is a professional qualification that trains graduates for careers as physicians. Typically spanning three to four years, the program blends classroom learning with hands-on clinical experience. Graduates are then eligible to sit for the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination, a mandatory step for practicing medicine in Canada."