Departments

Departments

Departments

Unique features of the Department

The senior faculties are working in the department for more than the last 10 years. One of the first postgraduate specialties to be recognized by MCI in the institution since 2001.

Facilities available

Various forms of anaesthesia services and sedation as per protocols for all twenty operation theatres of the hospital.

The operation theatres are equipped with state of the art technologies in the form of modern anaesthesia machines (low flow), multipara monitors, airway management gadgets, (in the form of fibreoptic bronchoscope, LMAs of all sizes including Proseal, and intubating LMA, IGel, exchange catheters, Bougies, etc ), all recently available drugs in the market, biphasic defibrillators, syringe pumps, IV and surface body warmers, Ultrasonography machine to guide insertion of vascular catheters and providing practice of safe regional anaesthesia etc.

Activities/Services available

  • Providing Anaesthesia (General/Regional) to all elective and emergency surgeries in the hospital.
  • Providing monitored Anaesthesia care in certain surgeries and procedures which are done under local Anaesthesia for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes in the operating theatres, Endoscopy suites, Radiology Suites (CT Scan, MRI), Radiotherapy centres, Cardiac catheterization lab, Lithotripsy Van, etc.
  • Providing pre-Anaesthesia Assessment services on an outpatient basis for optimization before the surgical procedure.
  • Providing resuscitation services at the trauma centre, as a part of the Code Blue Team on the hospital campus.
  • Providing services like securing IV access, RT insertion, CVP insertion, arterial cannulation, and endotracheal intubation across the hospital in response to a call from other specialties.
  • Providing care during the transport of a critically ill patient in the ambulance.
  • Providing postoperative analgesia in patients where indwelling epidural catheters are inserted for a period upto 4-15 days.
    eg, Joint replacement surgeries, any major thoracic, abdominal surgeries.
  • Providing post anaesthesia care in the recovery rooms after surgeries.
  • Providing thoracic epidural analgesia for patients with chest trauma admitted to IMC, ICU, wards, etc.
  • Providing high-risk obstetric anaesthesia services and labor analgesia, especially in high-risk delivery and ‘on demand’ by patients.
  • Pain Clinic - services for Cancer pain, Chronic pain, Acute on chronic pain on OPD as well as inpatient basis.
    Palliative care in Cancer patients as and when demanded.
  • Monitoring the critically ill postoperative and post traumatic patients in SICU under the guidance of an intensivist.
  • Training of Technical, Paramedical, and nursing staff in resuscitation, infection control practices, and sensitization for pain relief measures.
  • Providing services to extension centres (Sevaliya ) as and when consulted – to help develop the operation theater, in management of complicated cases, train the staff in Basic life support, etc.

Innovative practices in patient care / UG & /or PG Medical education/extension services

  • The Pre Anaesthesia Assessment clinic is run by a team of consultants and residents for the convenience of the opd patients to optimize the patients' medical condition preoperatively, prevent unplanned surgeries, and reduce the incidence of postponement/ cancellations of scheduled surgeries.
  • Management of acute pain in indoor patients, especially postoperative/posttraumatic Using multimodal analgesia techniques – a combination of systemic drugs and regional anaesthesia.
  • Management of chronic and Cancer Pain in the’ Pain Clinic’ – managed by Dr. Alpa Patel, along with a team of resident doctors.
  • Development of Skill lab for UG and PG teaching by acquisition of basic clinical training mannequins.
  • As a clinical Training group chairman Dr Hemlata Kamat started the clinical clerkship program for the final year MBBS students.
  • Training and assessing students of Second and Third year BSc- Operation Theatre Assistant and Anaesthesia technician course by Sardar Patel University.

Courses offered by the department

MD (Anaestheiology)- 3yrs
DA – Diploma in Anaesthesiology- 2 yrs
Both were conducted under the Sardar Patel University and approved by the MCI

  • ACLS (Advanced cardiac Life support) and BLS (Basic Life support) courses by AHA (American Heart Association), 2 and a half day workshop
  • Airway Management Module for Resident doctors – one-day workshop
  • FCCS (Fundamental Critical Care Support) by the Society of Critical Care Medicine, USA

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Vaibhavi Hajariwala Professor & HOD
Dr Madhavi Chaudhari Professor
Dr Birva Khara Professor
Dr Nirali Panchal Professor
Dr Bhumika Pathak Professor
Dr Sanket Mehta  Associate Professor
Dr Archana Sinha Associate Professor
Dr Gunjan Desai Associate Professor
Dr Bharat Prajapati Associate Professor
Dr Mihir Pandya Associate Professor
Dr Jismi Shah  Assistant Professor
Dr Akshat Trivedi  Assistant Professor
Dr Kena Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Ushma Parikh Assistant Professor
Dr Rachit Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Smruti Chaklasia Senior Resident
Dr Pankaj Vadher Senior Resident
Dr Sukruti Shah Senior Resident
Dr Zalak Patel Senior Resident
Dr Kinjalben Patel Senior Resident

 

Unique features of the Department

• State-of-the-art anatomy museum showcasing - 
  • A large number of various stages of dissected specimens 
  • Fetal specimens at different stages of development, along with congenital anomalies 
  • Embryology models and charts section 
  • Radiology section 
  • Bone section including ossifying bones 
  • Section on comparative anatomy 
  • Mummified human cadavers
  • Gross anatomy model section 
• An abundant number of self-prepared human tissue histology slides 
• Many mummified human cadavers are available for anatomical surface marking and study 
• Human cadavers for scientific study are obtained through voluntary body donation programs run by the department 
• Experienced and dedicated staff

Facilities available

• Well-equipped and well-ventilated dissection halls with smart TVs for the projection of dissection videos
• Sufficient number of cadavers available for hands-on dissection for UG and PG students
• Dissected human specimens, and embalming facilities available
• Huge collection of original dry human bones, articulated skeletons, and individual skull bones
• Histology and research laboratories - 
  ? Well-equipped with a vast collection of slides of human and animal tissue
  ? Histology lab has an LED TV with a digital projection system for demonstrating histology slides
  ? Anthropometric instruments are available in the department
• Department library has a vast collection of national and international books for UG and PG students
• Mummification unit for preparing cadavers for educational and research purposes
• Demonstration rooms outfitted with portable LCD projectors for effective teaching

 

Activities/Services available

• Educational tour facilities to the anatomy museum are available regularly for various schools and colleges
• Facilities for dissection and specimen mounting are available for other departments
• Various innovative teaching, learning, and assessment practices for UG and PG medical education are carried out in the department
• Cadaveric oath ceremony conducted yearly at the commencement of Phase I MBBS
• Implementation of the NMC competency-based medical education curriculum, including horizontal and vertical integration with various departments
• Mentorship and academic advisor programs run successfully in the department
• Case-based learning engages students in real-life clinical scenarios

 

Courses offered by the department:

  • MD Anatomy
  • PhD Anatomy

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education :

  • Case-Based Learning as a teaching and learning tool
  • Skill assessment (OSPE/Spotting)
  • Interactive teaching in a large group

Anatomy

Name Designation
Dr Sumati Professor & HOD
Dr Praveen Singh Professor
Dr Vipra Shah  Associate Professor
Dr Nitin Gupta Assistant Professor
Dr Pooja Talwani Tutor
Dr Arti Patel  Tutor
Dr Jignesh Malani  Tutor
Dr Jaimisha Chaudhari Tutor
Dr Mayurkumar Jatva Tutor
Dr Prashant Singh Tutor
Dr Harsh Raval Tutor

Unique features of the Department

The department focuses on the teaching of functions, mechanisms, and regulations of various physiological activities contributing to the health and disease of the human body at all levels, ranging from molecular and cellular processes to the integrated functions of organs, systems, and the whole organism, extending even to populations

Facilities available

  • Spacious & well-equipped laboratories for the conduct of practicals
  • Library & demonstration rooms with AV aids
  • Equally spacious & well-equipped research laboratory providing a facility for cardio-respiratory, exercise, autonomic function, and body composition analysis research.
  • To support clinical research, we have facilities for autonomic function testing, including Heart rate variability analysis, Electrocardiography, pulmonary function testing, Electromyography, Nerve conduction studies, Physical fitness testing, and body composition analysis.

Activities/Services available

Collaborative Projects:
The department has ongoing research collaborations with departments such as Medicine, Neonatology, Emergency Medicine, Nephrology, etc. These joint efforts focus on integrative physiological research, lifestyle-related disorders, and the impact of environmental factors on human health. The department is also involved in educational research, and members are also part of the Department of Medical Education (DoME).

Publications and Contributions:
Our faculty have published extensively in peer-reviewed national and international journals. The department regularly contributes to academic conferences, seminars, and symposia.

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education

  • Our students are actively encouraged and trained on research methodology, scientific writing, and data analysis to build strong foundations for academic and clinical research. We have encouraged many ICMR STS projects.

Courses offered by the department

  • M.B.B.S (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)

  • MD (Physiology) and PhD (Medical Physiology) programs.

  • The department also provided M.Sc. (Medical Physiology), recognized by S. P. University.

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Minal Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Archana Nimbalkar Professor
Dr Nilay Patel Associate Professor
Dr Shrushti Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Niyati Mehta Tutor
Dr Khushbu Mehta Tutor
Dr Dhvani Dobaria Tutor
Dr Hepee Patel Tutor
Dr Hitankshi Katiyar Tutor
Dr Kartik Patidar Tutor

Unique features of the Department

Biochemistry is the molecular cornerstone of modern medicine, bridging foundational sciences with disciplines such as Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Medicine, and Medical Genetics. A solid understanding of biochemistry empowers healthcare professionals to unravel disease mechanisms, interpret diagnostic tests, and implement evidence-based treatment strategies. The Department of Biochemistry is committed to delivering high-quality education, diagnostic services, and research, focusing on both conceptual clarity and clinical applicability for undergraduate (M.B.B.S.) and postgraduate (M.D., Ph.D.) students.

Facilities available

The department is equipped with cutting-edge Clinical Biochemistry and Research Laboratories that uphold diagnostic excellence and foster academic growth.

Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory (NABL Accredited)

Accredited for over 75 biochemical parameters, covering routine, emergency, endocrine, and tumor marker investigations.

Operates 24 × 7 with skilled residents and technicians providing continuous hospital support.

Equipped with advanced diagnostic instruments, including Siemens Dimension RXL Max, Siemens Dimension EXL 200, Siemens Advia Centaur XPT, Siemens Advia Centaur XP, Bio-Rad D-10 (for HbA1c and hemoglobinopathies), AVL Electrolyte Analyzer, GEM Premier 3000 Blood Gas Analyzer, and semi-automated analyzers for backup.

Research Laboratory

Supports postgraduate and doctoral research with UV-visible spectrophotometer, thermocycler (PCR), UV transilluminator, chromatography, microbalance, and electrophoresis systems, facilitating advanced molecular and biochemical investigations aligned with current medical science.

Activities/Services available

The Clinical Biochemistry lab is catering to the needs of the hospital 24 × 7. Residents and Technicians are posted round the clock in the hospital service lab.
All the routine, emergency, and special tests are done in the lab.
The Ph.D. and MD students work on various research projects.

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education

  • Case-based and problem based teaching- learning methods are practiced. Great emphasis is placed on the application part.
  • With trained personnel and infrastructural facilities, the diagnostic work is optimized. Faculties are on-call duty.

Courses offered by the department

  • Academic Programs Offered

  • M.D. in Biochemistry
  • Ph.D. in Medical Biochemistry

Innovative Teaching Practices

The Department of Biochemistry emphasizes student-centric, clinically integrated, and competency-based education, blending theory with practical application to develop analytical and compassionate medical professionals.

Key Teaching Strategies:

  • Integrated Teaching Curriculum at the I M.B.B.S. level for alignment of biochemistry with clinical disciplines.
  • Active learning methods such as Case-Based Learning (CBL), Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Small Group Teaching, Game-Based Learning, and Role Play are incorporated in UG and PG courses.
  • Emphasis on Self-Directed Learning (SDL) and Early Clinical Exposure (ECE).
  • Collaborative initiatives like Student Group Seminars and Project-Based Learning foster teamwork and research skills.
  • Hands-on training with advanced laboratory instruments emphasizing clinical relevance.

Assessment and Feedback:

  • Competency-based evaluations, including Objective Structured Practical Examination (OSPE) and Objective Structured Viva Voce (OSVV).
  • Case-based questions and structured internal assessments aligned with CBME guidelines to assess clinical reasoning and academic progress.

Diagnostic and Research Excellence

The department is recognized for its robust research culture and comprehensive diagnostic services that support patient care and academic advancement.

  • The NABL-accredited laboratory ensures high-quality, timely biochemical testing across a wide range of parameters.
  • Faculty provide on-call diagnostic support, integrating academic knowledge with clinical practice.
  • Active interdepartmental collaborations promote interdisciplinary research and clinical trials, enriching postgraduate education and research outcomes.

The department also supports interdisciplinary teaching for:

B.Sc. (Medical Technology), M.Sc. (Medical Technology), DMLT, Physiotherapy, Pharm D

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Dharmik Patel  Professor & HOD
Dr Hiteshkumar Shah Professor
Dr Smita Vasava Associate Professor
Dr Keyur Madhu Associate Professor
Dr Khushbu Panchal Assistant Professor
Dr Shubham Dhruv  Tutor 
Dr Dilipkumar Sinhar Tutor 
Dr Mohit Kanjaria  Tutor 
Dr Vikaskumar Rathod Tutor 
Dr Meet Prajapati Tutor
Dr Vivek Vidja Tutor
Dr Jeel Kansagara Tutor
Dr Niteshkumar Nakum Tutor

Unique features of the Department

  • Good and Innovative teaching-learning practices and robust assessment (at undergraduate & postgraduate level)
  • Faculties are actively involved in various academic activities related to the Curriculum committee, MEU, Advanced Course in Medical Education, Mentorship program, Student support cell, GCP training programs, Board of studies, Academic council, Drug information centre, etc.
  • Involvement of faculty members in different administrative groups, like the Medicine and Therapeutic Committee and the Central Library, is in charge.
  • Contribution to patient care by various activities, e.g., Pharmacovigilance, Prescription Audit, Reviewing hospital formulary for promotion of rational use of medicine
  • Active involvement of Faculties in Journal of Health Sciences and Professions Education (JHSPE – Official journal of Bhaikaka University).
  • Research, publications, and presentations by postgraduate students and faculty members on National & International platforms at regular intervals.
  • All faculty in the department contribute to college governance effectively.

Facilities available

  • The Department of Pharmacology imparts training in Pharmacology for M.B.B.S., M.D. (Pharmacology), Ph.D. (Medical Pharmacology), B. Physiotherapy, and Medical Laboratory Technology (MLT) courses.
  • The department has various facilities, i.e., Museum, Research Laboratory, Experimental Pharmacology Laboratory, Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacy Laboratory, with adequate equipments

Activities/Services available

PG Activities: Journal club, seminar, Clinical pharmacology discussion, and monitoring of data collection for dissertation work are the regular activities. Other than teaching, the collection of data on adverse drug reactions under PvPI, drug information services, etc.

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

  • Faculty in the Department of Pharmacology participate in several interdisciplinary graduate and related programs within and outside the institution on the Rational Use of Medicine. This is also emphasized in UG and PG teaching through regular practice of auditing prescriptions.
  • Teaching UG medical students the P drug concept through problem-based pharmacotherapy, WHO's teaching model in the year 2000.

Pharmacovigilance Program of India (PvPI):

  • The Department of Pharmacology is recognised as an Adverse Drug Reaction Monitoring Centre (AMC) under the Pharmacovigilance Programme of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, since 2010. It collects, collates, and reports to the National Co-ordinating Centre via the web-based ADR reporting system (Vigiflow®).
  • The Department organises every year from 17th Sept to 23rd September a week-long Medication Safety Week, in collaboration with the PvPI, involving all stakeholders in ADR reporting and sensitization programme on pharmacovigilance for all Health Care Professionals.

 

Courses offered by the department

  • MD (Pharmacology)

Faculty

 

Name Designation
Dr Alpa Gor Professor & HOD
Dr Barna Ganguly Professor
Dr Nazima Mirza Professor
Dr Ankit Patel  Assistant Professor
Dr Hemangi Virani Assistant Professor
Dr Nisarg Trivedi Assistant Professor
Dr Hiral Barad Senior Resident
Dr Kirtida Solanki Senior Resident
Dr Rushita Bhugalya Senior Resident
Dr Rachna Rathavi Tutor
Dr Manjil Jani  Tutor
Dr Meghana Kava Tutor
Dr Keyur Hirpara  Tutor
Dr Kamlesh Chaudhari Tutor
Dr Vedesh Joshi Tutor
Dr Hrushikkumar Gohil Tutor

Unique features of the Department

The Department of Microbiology is committed to excellence in diagnostics, research, education, and public health. It offers a dynamic environment supported by modern infrastructure and active institutional and national collaborations.

Advanced Diagnostic Facilities

Our department houses a state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory equipped with automated instruments, ensuring high-quality microbiological testing and timely reporting.

Quality Assurance and Accreditation

The Microbiology Diagnostic Laboratory has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) since 2008, reflecting our commitment to quality and reliability.

Active Role in Hospital Infection Control

The department plays a key role in the Hospital Infection Control Programme, guiding infection prevention and control policies within the hospital to ensure patient safety and reduce healthcare-associated infections.

Leadership in Antimicrobial Stewardship

The department plays an active role in Antimicrobial Stewardship activities, working closely with clinical teams to promote the rational use of antibiotics, monitor resistance patterns, and implement evidence-based prescribing practices to combat antimicrobial resistance.

Engagement in National Health Programs

We actively contribute to national health initiatives by managing the Integrated Counseling and Testing Centre (ICTC) and STI Clinic, supported by GSACS and NACO. Additionally, the department functions as a Designated Microscopy Centre (DMC) for Acid-Fast Bacilli detection under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP).

Innovative Teaching and Learning

Faculty members are at the forefront of adopting modern medical education technologies, integrating innovative teaching strategies to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Institutional Leadership and Participation

The department is actively involved in various institutional committees, including those for Clinical Excellence and Accreditation, Faculty Development, Student Support Services, and UG/PG Mentorship Programs, contributing to the academic and professional development of students and staff.

Facilities available

Number and type of Labs available:

  • The Department of Microbiology is well-equipped with modern laboratories, advanced diagnostic tools, and educational resources to support high-quality teaching, research, and clinical diagnostics.

    Laboratories

    The department houses specialized laboratories, designed to cater to both diagnostic services and academic training. These include:

  • Bacteriology Laboratory
  • Serology/Immunology Laboratory
  • Virology Laboratory
  • Parasitology Laboratory
  • Mycology Laboratory
  • Tuberculosis Laboratory
  • Molecular Biology Laboratory
  • Postgraduate Research Laboratory
  • Undergraduate Practical Laboratories

  • These laboratories facilitate hands-on training, diagnostic work, and research activities for undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Equipment available in the diagnostic laboratory:

  • The diagnostic laboratory is outfitted with state-of-the-art instruments, ensuring accuracy, safety, and efficiency in microbial diagnostics. Key equipment includes:
    • Biological Safety Cabinets
    • Cooling Centrifuge
    • BOD Incubator
    • Automated Immunoassay Processor (Mini VIDAS)
    • BacT/ALERT – Automated Blood Culture System
    • VITEK 2 Compact – Automated Microbial Identification and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing System
    • ELISA Reader and Washer
    • QuantStudio 5 Real-Time PCR system
    • Genexpert
    • Additional essential instruments for microbiological testing
    In addition, the lab maintains standard reference strains (ATCC) of bacteria and fungi for quality control purposes, as well as a wide range of antisera for the confirmatory identification of key bacterial pathogens.

Activities/Services available

  • Culture & sensitivity testing from various clinical specimens, serological tests & microbiological staining are available for diagnosis.
  • Services related to ICTC, RNTCP, and STI clinic.
  • The department provides consultancy for infection control with environmental sampling reports to other hospitals.
  • Faculties act as resource persons/visiting faculties for other institutes of CAM like L P Patel Inst. of MLT, KM Patel Inst. of Physiotherapy, and G.H. Patel School of Nursing.
  • Faculties participate in the Mentorship programme for UG/PG students.
  • Faculties participate in visits & consultancy for STI clinics to other centers through GSACS.
  • The faculty members undertake Research Projects in collaboration with other institutes such as NDDB, Anand Agriculture University, ARIBAS, and other medical colleges.

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

  • UG - Innovative teaching techniques are used, such as Integrated teaching, case-based learning, jigsaw, tutorial, small group discussion, interactive lecture, seminar, hospital-based projects, and role play.
  • PG –PG logbook is available, which includes a detailed skill list and assessment of skills.

Courses offered by the department

  • MD (Microbiology)
  • Infection Control Certificate Course.

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Rupal Patel Professor & HOD 
Dr Suman Singh Professor
Dr Yagnesh Pandya Professor
Dr Chirag Modi Professor
Dr Chiragkumar Patel Professor
Dr Chaitali Dabhi Associate Professor
Dr Chetnaben Nandaniya  Tutor 
Dr Mittal Chaudhary Tutor
Dr Sanket Aghara Tutor
Dr Dharak Makwana Tutor
Dr Bhoomi Kavathiya Tutor
Dr Janhvi Chaniyara Tutor
Dr Nidhi Makwana Tutor

Unique features of the Department

The Department of Community Medicine focuses on promoting and protecting population health, encompassing prevention, disease control, and health promotion. It addresses health issues at a community level, emphasizing public health strategies and interventions. This interdisciplinary field aims to improve health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities.  The goal is to identify the health problems and needs of the community and to provide comprehensive health care in an organized manner, followed by evaluation. The philosophy of the department is to train doctors with a public health focus, grounded on a strong understanding of socio-environmental determinants of health and field-based training.

The department has a long history of authentic field-based training and assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate students. The innovative training practices of village stay and PSBH have been recognized nationally. The department fosters a culture of research, as evidenced by a large body of publications by the faculty in various indexed and non-indexed journals. Alumni of the department are well placed across the spectrum of public health, ranging from NGOs to academic positions, consultancy positions, etc.

Facilities available

• Qualified and trained faculty with an impressive research record.

• Comprehensive health care facilities to the rural communities through its Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC) located at Bhadran village (Borsad Taluka)

• Comprehensive health care facilities to the population of Petlad town through its Urban Health Training Centre (UHTC) located at Petlad town.

• Peripheral outreach centre located at Palaj village (Petlad Taluka) that serves the rural population of Palaj and other nearby villages.

• Well-curated Public Health Museum along with well-equipped and IT-enabled laboratory and demonstration rooms.

• Departmental library with a vast collection of books, technical reports, and journals.

• Palliative Care Clinic at Shree Krishna Hospital.

• Training and field work for MBBS & MD students.

• Training of students of Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Allied sciences (Laboratory technology).

• Training and field work experience for students of Master of Social Work (MSW), Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM), and Master of Industrial Hygiene & Safety (MIHS) from other nearby institutes.

• Health education and training sessions for various sections of society, like adolescents, the elderly, school children, etc.

Activities/Services available

• Health care facilities for communities in the field practice area • Social work, health education, and support for the community through the social work division of the department.

• Industrial/Occupational periodical medical examination: Periodical medical examination of employees of tie-up industries/ organizations serving at various levels of prevention in occupational and industrial settings. Filling up of Form 32 and 33 for the employees of the industries/ organizations.

• Palliative Care services, including home visits for terminally ill patients at Shree Krishna Hospital.

• Epidemiological research work in an individual capacity and in collaboration with other agencies/institutions, namely DBT, ICMR, INCLEN, SHRSC, etc.

• Monitoring and supportive supervision of National health programs implementation through the WHO, UNICEF, and the Government of Gujarat.

• Many faculty serve as resource persons in Basic and Advanced Course of NMC, Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illnesses (IMNCI), Bioethics, Industrial Health, Adolescent Health, Palliative Care, etc., at the state/national level

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education

• Group work-based Training on research methodologies for MBBS students using the Problem Solving for Better Health (PSBH) methodology.

• The department had a unique, nationally recognized, and appreciated Village Stay program for the undergraduate students. The students stayed in the village for around a week and gained hands-on experience on various aspects of community health issues and Govt health systems.  The program was implemented for about 15 years, starting from 2007, and subsequently merged into the Family Adoption Program

• Formative & summative assessment of the undergraduate students using field-based socio-economic cases and Objective Structures Practical Examination (OSPE).

• A uniquely designed tool for assessment of field cases based on the Mini-CEX format for PG students.

• Routine and systematic sessions for training of PG students in Pedagogical methods.

Courses offered by the department

MD (Community Medicine) with an intake of four residents per year.

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Manisha Gohel Professor & HOD
Dr Deepak Kumar Sharma Professor
Dr Uday Shankar Singh Professor
Dr Dinesh Kumar Professor
Dr Rajanikant Solanki Professor
Dr Preeti Tiwari Associate Professor
Dr Hemshree Parmar Associate Professor
Mrs Jaishree Ganjiwale Statistician
Ms Mamta Patel Statistician
Dr Nidhaben Patel Tutor
Dr Riya Panchal Tutor
Dr Khushal Teraiya  Tutor
Dr Avni Maheta Tutor
Dr Rasesh Makhesana Tutor
Dr Jenil Shah Tutor
Dr Khyati Gadhe Tutor
Dr Pratik Kambar Tutor

Unique features of the Department

  • Fully Equipped six chair operatory with four specialists
  • The only Dental Department of Medical College in Gujarat is conducting regular 3-month training programs for B.D.S. Students. (Post-Internship)
  • Privileged dental operatory for elite patients.

Facilities available

All contemporary dental treatments, including minor and major maxillofacial surgical procedures, implant-supported prosthesis, implant-supported overdenture, smile designing, full mouth rehabilitation, orthodontic treatments, periodontal rehabilitation, including bone grafts, mucogingival surgeries, esthetic prosthesis, maxillofacial prosthodontics, etc.

Oral surgery, Prosthodontic, Basic Endodontic, and Dental Implant training module for dentists.

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education

  • Demonstration of live dental procedures with interactive and innovative sessions for M.B.B.S students.
  • successfully handling five extension centers with speciality care. (Agas, Petlad, Bhadran, Sevaliya, AAU)

Courses offered by the department

  • A B C of Fixed Prosthodontics - Dr. Kamal Hotchandani
  • Basic Endodontics - Dr. Ushma Prajapati
  • Removable Orthodontics - Dr. Krushna Pathak
  • Clinical conceptual clarity in Minor oral surgery - Dr. Enosh Stewart
  • Three-month comprehensive dental training programme

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Kamal Hotchandhani Professor & I/c HOD
Dr Ayushi Gupta Senior Resident
Dr Parth Sharma Senior Resident
Dr Sindhu Dodamani Tutor / JR
Dr Mrina Patel Tutor / JR

Unique features of the Department

We extensively operate on Head & Neck cancers along with reconstruction, which includes not only pedicle flaps but also free flaps.

We are one of the premier institutes in the state for cochlear implant surgery, where all facilities are available right from diagnosing, operating, and post-operative auditory-verbal rehabilitation, all under one roof.

Advanced Endoscopic surgery for Anterior Skull base – for eg endoscopic pituitary tumour removal / endoscopic CSF leak repair / optic nerve decompression / orbital decompression. Ours is the only center in Gujarat where the department of E.N.T is managing facio-maxillary trauma.

We are the only centre offering a universal neonatal hearing screening programme for all neonates born in this institute.

Facilities available

We have 0', 30'.45', and 70' endoscopes for nasal and endoscopic sinus surgeries and endoscopic skull base surgeries, 90' endoscopes & 15' video laryngoscopes for micro laryngeal surgeries, Flexible nasopharyngolaryngoscope & Flexible video bronchoscopes for diagnostic and therapeutic uses.

Microscopes with the latest technology for micro ear surgeries and cochlear implants with video recording & live surgery telecasting. OAE & BERA machine with the best available technology. State of the art audiological setup for hearing assessment and speech rehabilitation for cochlear implant patients.

Activities/Services available

The Department of ENT has a state-of-the-art facility to provide affordable and complete care for issues related to otorhinolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat).

Microsurgery of the Ear: Microsurgery of the ear is provided to restore hearing loss due to otosclerosis, trauma, chronic otitis media, and secretory otitis media.

Endoscopic Sinus Surgery and Rhinology: The Department has a strong interest and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of sinus diseases.

Laryngology: Surgical and medical services are provided to patients having oral cavity, oropharynx, laryngopharynx, and laryngeal pathologies. The procedures include tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, thyroplasty, and microlaryngeal surgery.

Head and Neck Cancer: This Department caters to the patients of head and neck cancer, particularly carcinoma of the upper respiratory & alimentary tracts, salivary glands, and thyroid glands. Surgical procedures performed are laryngectomy, maxillectomy, neck dissections, composite resection, thyroidectomy, parotidectomy, glossectomy, etc. Rehabilitation through surgical reconstruction and speech and voice therapy is also provided.

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Facial plastic and reconstructive surgery is provided for patients.

Audiology and Speech-language Pathology: Evaluation and treatment services are provided for adults with speech, language, swallowing, balance, tinnitus, and hearing problems.

Cochlear Implant Programme: The cochlear implantation (CI) program was started in 2006 under the chairmanship of Prof.Girish Mishra, and the first pediatric patient was successfully operated upon in April 2008. Till now, we have performed 22 cochlear implant surgeries in adults and children, including cases that were prelingually deaf and patients who were postlingually deaf.

Temporal Bone Laboratory: Residents have started performing temporal bone dissection, and the laboratory is regularly being used for their training.

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education

  • Evidence-based learning
  • Case-based learning
  • Interdepartmental meets
  • Regular PG seminars weekly

Courses offered by the department

  • M.S. ENT

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Yojana Sharma Professor & HOD
Dr Girish Mishra Professor
Dr Nimesh Patel  Associate Professor 
Dr Dhaval Amin Assistant Professor
Dr Swaroop Patnaik Senior Resident
Dr Shalu Yadav Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

The department provides Expert Medicolegal Services to the Districts of Anand & Kheda, Gujarat.

Facilities/Services available:

  • Medicolegal Autopsies [as per Government Rules], including Referrals to Clinical Forensic Medicine Services [the only FMT Department in Gujarat to offer the same]

  • Expert Opinions in medical as well as medicolegal cases

  • Disability Assessment and Certification under Workman’s Compensation Act

Innovative practices in UG &/or PG Medical education

  • QR Code-enabled Museum

  • Small group teaching to UG Students

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Arijit Datta Professor & HOD
Dr Swapnil Agarwal Professor & Dean
Dr Darshan Galoria Senior Resident
Dr Pradipkumar Rana Senior Resident
Dr Prashant Varma  Tutor
Dr Divyaraj Jadeja Tutor
Dr Parimalsinh Chauhan Tutor

Unique features of the Department:

  • Department offers comprehensive Surgical diagnostic, and management services.
  • Prompt, Efficient management of Trauma patients, including Mass Casualty and Disaster management
  • Surgical Gastroenterology
  • Basic & Advanced minimal access surgery
  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Daycare Surgeries with same-day discharge

Facilities available:

  • Basic General surgical facilities & Super-speciality Facilities for patients suffering from Cancer (especially of the breast, Gastrointestinal system, urinary system, etc.), General surgical diseases, Urology, Neurosurgery Traumatology, cardiothoracic, plastic surgery, pediatric surgery, and neurosurgery cases exist within this department.
  • Basic & Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeries
  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy

Activities/Services available:

  • Basic & Advanced minimal access surgery
  • Diagnostic and Therapeutic Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
  • Casualty services
  • Surgical services to extension centres in Sevaliya, Petlad,
  • Participation in camps at Badwani MP
  • Participation in the Privilege care clinic

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services:

  • Daycare Surgeries with same-day discharge
  • Participation in camps
  • Surgical services to extension centres
  • Case-based teaching to Under-Graduates
  • Use of the OSCE in examination
  • Participation in skills training of UG & PG
  • Early exposure of Surgical trainee residents to Laparoscopic & Endoscopic Surgeries

Courses offered by the department:

MS (General Surgery)

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Jayesh Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Shirish Srivastava Professor 
Dr Jitesh Desai Professor & Medical Superintendent
Dr Sundaram Pillai Associate Professor
Dr Raghunandan G C Associate Professor
Dr Jigar Joshi Assistant Professor
Dr Hemant Bhatt Assistant Professor
Dr S Bhattacharjee Assistant Professor
Dr Priyesh Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Akshat Vadaliya  Assistant Professor
Dr Ridhi Upadhyay Assistant Professor
Dr Drashti Gandhi Assistant Professor
Dr Parth Mehta Assistant Professor
Dr Hemant Bhoye  Assistant Professor
Dr Shaiva Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Mirant Doshi Assistant Professor
Dr Prachi Pillai Assistant Professor
Dr Riddhi Jadeja Senior Resident
Dr Haryax Pathak Senior Resident
Dr Kamlesh Kamaliya Senior Resident
Dr Shailesh Chauhan Senior Resident
Dr Shreya Posiya Senior Resident
Dr Divyang Mevada Senior Resident
Dr Khushee Shah Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

  • Senior faculty members consistently present & available for nearly 15-20 yrs.
  • Well developed Department with ICU and availability of full-time intensivist, Nephrology unit with Dialysis facilities, Neurology dept with a full-time neurologist.
  • A very good coordination of the neurology department with the cardiology setup

Facilities available

  • A State-of-the-Art 12 Bedded ICU & 8 bedded Intermediate care unit with ventilators, invasive & non-invasive, bedside monitors, Defibrillators, ECG machines, Crash carts with essential drugs
  • Dialysis unit with 4 Hemodialysis machines
  • Cardiology centre with Echocardiography, TMT, Cath Lab
  • Neurology Unit with EEG, EMG, NCV, facilities & CT & MRI facilities
  • An isolation ward to manage patients with H1N1 influenza.

Activities/Services available

  • Neurology clinic thrice a week with speciality clinics of Headache, Movement disorders, & stroke clinic on the other three days
  • Nephrology clinic twice a week with a nephrologist
  • Diabetes clinic once a week
  • Gastroenterology clinic once a week

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

Patient care:

  • Meditation in the ward for all patients daily
  • Code Krishna was introduced in the ICUs
  • Rational care & Cost conscious care are emphasized to PG students

UG & PG teaching

  • Introduced Integrated Modules for topics like Anemia, Diabetic foot, and Approach to polyarthralgia in the undergraduate curriculum of III MBBS students.
  • Clerkship & skill-based teaching were introduced recently in the III MBBS so that the students spend more time with the patients and learn the skills required
  • Emphasis is put on developing soft skills like a humane approach, empathy & explaining prognosis to sick patients
  • Systematic foundation course is being conducted for undergraduate and postgraduate students along with “Evolve ‘Meetings aimed to inculcate Holistic and Humanistic dimensions in medical education.
  • Faculty members are involved in most of the student-centric activities of various depts. in the preclinical, paraclinical & clinical subjects.

Courses offered by the department:

  • MD (General Medicine)
  • Two senior teachers chairing the Educational board of the institution, & Three other senior faculty Chairing & involved in the patient Care board of the Institution.

The Department of Medicine

The Department of Medicine is a cornerstone of the institution, playing a vital role in both clinical practice and academic excellence since inception of the institution. Our core mission is to cultivate M.B.B.S. and M.D. (General Medicine) doctors who not only possess the highest standards of clinical competence but also embody a rational and humane approach to therapeutics. We believe in preparing physicians who are equipped to deliver care with integrity and empathy. Each year, we welcome 10 M.D. (General Medicine) students into our program, and currently, 8 Ph.D. scholars are actively engaged in cutting-edge research within our department.

Our Strengths

  • Academics: The department is home to a team of experienced and committed faculty members who are the backbone of our educational success. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality medical education and are deeply involved in all facets of our programs, from curriculum design to patient care, ethics, and research. We are particularly recognized across the state for our dedicated faculty and the personalized training we provide in clinical subjects, meticulously aligned with CBME (Competency-Based Medical Education) components. This ensures our students receive a practical, skill-focused education that prepares them for real-world challenges.
  • Trusted Patient Care and Community Engagement: We've built a strong reputation for providing comprehensive clinical services, from primary care to specialized treatments in diverse sub-specialties.  Our active participation in community health programs not only enhances public well-being but also provides invaluable practical learning experiences for our students. Several institutional, community-supported, and government-supported schemes help us to serve the underprivileged without restrictions. The Privilege Centre of the institution enables us to serve the elite section of the society.
  • Holistic Approach to Care: Beyond conventional medical training, we strongly emphasize education and clinical care in the fields of humane care, spirituality, yoga, and meditation. This unique focus underscores our belief in the humane dimensions of care, preparing doctors who can address the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of their patients.
  • Leading in Nephrology: Our nephrology unit is a leading center, boasting the highest number of dialysis machines in the region, performing approximately 2600 hemodialysis sessions per month. We possess expertise in complex procedures such as Fistula creation, DLC, SLED, CRRT in the ICU, and Plasmapheresis.
  • Advanced Infrastructure and Sub-specialties: Our facilities are well-equipped and are supported by excellent sub-specialties, including Critical Care, Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Haemato-oncology, Diabetes, and Thyroid clinics.
  • Impactful Research and Publications: We have a good track record of research and publications at a national level, particularly in clinical medicine, medical education, spirituality, and meditation. Since 2021, our department has produced over 50 scientific publications.

Faculty

 

Name Designation
Dr Bhalendu Vaishnav Professor & HOD
Dr Jyoti Mannari Professor
Dr Himanshu Pandya Professor
Dr Devangi Desai Professor
Dr Alpa Patel Professor
Dr Samir Patel Professor
Dr Punam Bhende Associate Professor
Dr Kushal Pujara Assistant Professor
Dr Vidhi Patel  Assistant Professor
Dr Harmesh Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Harsh Solanki Senior Resident
Dr Hiren Varmora Senior Resident
Dr Harsh Marvania Senior Resident
Dr Jainam Shah Assistant Professor
Dr Tejas Patel Senior Resident
Dr Tirthesh Patel Senior Resident
Dr Mitul Khadadiya Senior Resident
Dr Khyati Patel Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

  • The Microbiology department has an advanced diagnostic laboratory with automated equipment.
  • Microbiology Diagnostic Laboratory has been participating in an External Quality Assurance scheme of IAMM since 2003 and has been accredited by NABL since 2008.
  • The department is actively involved in the Hospital Infection Control Programme.
  • Department is also engaged in the integrated counseling and Testing Center & STI Clinic – testing (supported by GSACS, NACO) and Designated Microscopy center for AFB (RNTCP).
  • Faculties of the department are adopting newer Medical Education technologies
  • Actively involved in various other institutional committees such as Quality improvement, Faculty development, Student Support, and UG/PG Mentorship program.

Facilities available

Number and type of Labs available:

  • The department has nine different laboratories for its diagnostic and teaching work, such as Bacteriology, Serology/immunology, Virology, Parasitology, Mycology, Tuberculosis, and PG Research lab. & two UG Practical Lab.

Equipment available in the diagnostic laboratory:

  • The diagnostic laboratory is equipped with a Biological safety cabinet (with Laminar Flow), Cooling centrifuge, BOD Incubator, Automated Immuno assay processor - mini VIDAS, BacT/Alert Automated Blood Culture System, VITEK 2 Compact –Automated identification and AST system, ELISA Reader, ELISA Washer, along with all necessary basic facilities.
  • Standard (ATCC) strains for bacteria and fungi are available for Quality control.
  • Various antisera are also available for confirmation of some bacteria.
  • Departmental research lab. is equipped with various equipment like an electrophoresis apparatus, a western blot shaker, an inverted microscope, an inspissator, etc.

Other facilities:

  • Department is having a rich library with more than 200 books
  • The department has developed a Microbiology Museum with numerous charts/models and specimens for UG/PG students.

Activities/Services available

  • Culture & sensitivity testing from various clinical specimens, serological tests & microbiological staining are available for diagnosis.
  • Services related to ICTC, RNTCP, and STI clinic.
  • The department provides consultancy for infection control with environmental sampling reports to other hospitals.
  • Faculties act as resource persons/visiting faculties for other institutes of CAM like L P Patel Inst. of MLT, KM Patel Inst. of Physiotherapy, and G.H. Patel School of Nursing.
  • Faculties participate in the Mentorship programme for UG/PG students.
  • Faculties participate in visits & consultancy for STI clinics to other centers through GSACS.
  • The faculty members undertake Research Projects in collaboration with other institutes such as NDDB, Anand Agriculture University, ARIBAS, and other medical colleges.

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

  • UG - Innovative teaching techniques are used, such as Integrated teaching, case-based learning, jigsaw, tutorial, small group discussion, interactive lecture, seminar, hospital-based projects, and role play.
  • PG –PG logbook is available, which includes a detailed skill list and assessment of skill.

Courses offered by the department

  • MD (Microbiology)
  • Infection Control Certificate Course.

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Soaham Desai Neurologist & HoD
Dr Tejaswini Shanubhoge  Neurologist 
Dr Mihir Parikh  Neurologist 

 

Unique features of the Department

- 24x7 availability of senior obstetricians for management of high-risk pregnancies, labor, and postpartum complications.
- Dedicated Obstetric High Dependency Unit (HDU) and ICU facilities with advanced monitoring and intensive care capabilities.
- Comprehensive fetal medicine services, including anomaly scans, Doppler, fetal echocardiography, and diagnostic interventions.
- State-of-the-art laparoscopic and urogynecologic surgeries, including onco-surgical interventions and infertility treatments.
- Holistic Maternal Care Center integrating mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual care during pregnancy. Care starts with preconception counselling
- Multidisciplinary team approach with collaboration from neonatology, anesthesiology (including cardiac anesthetists), and surgical specialties.

Facilities available

HDU and LR with all supportive back up, including continuous cardiotocography, continuous pulse oximetry, and cardiac multipara monitors, blood component therapy, state-of-the-art ICUs with ventilators and dialysis.

Dedicated 24x7 OT for emergency obstetrics with all back-up, including vascular and plastic surgery.

Elective OT with mark of excellence facility of laparoscopy, infertility treatment advance genito-urinary surgeries, onco surgeries, separate setup of family planning surgeries, crayon surgery, reconstructive surgery, backup of state-of-the-art anesthesia equipment, and an integrated team of anesthetist including cardiac anesthetists.

Back up of level NICU and neonatologist with facilities of NICU level-3 Fetal medicine services for diagnostic and therapeutic services, Antenatal Sonography for anomaly scan including 3D-4D, colour Doppler and fetal echocardiography

Activities/Services available

OPD / IP for adolescent health, infertility diagnosis and management, family planning and newer methods of contraception, Cancer screening program and management of all female cancers(including LEEP procedure), menopause management, Antenatal program including for high-risk pregnancy, Pre-conception counseling, Management of recurrent pregnancy loss. Couple counseling with laboratory, imaging, and psychological workup.

  • Janani Krupa Yojana – Holistic antenatal care programme
  • Chiranjivi yojana
  • Helping the Mother Survive (HMS) program
  • Fetal medicine services
  • Community based Female cancer screening program
  • Village Health care worker trainings for antenatal services
  • Training for a medical officer for Basic Emergency Obstetric Care

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

Patient care:

  • Holistic care – daily meditation with all patients in the ward, regular visits and counseling by a dietitian, Antenatal and postpartum exercises with an eminent physiotherapy team.
  • Painless labour program – use of pharmacological labor analgesia, music therapy, positioning, and compassionate care. Allowing a companion during delivery
  • Treatment of mother and child as a Unit
  • Neonatal screening program for hearing, basic birth problems
  • Community-based cancer screening program withthe  cancer department

Teaching:

  • Use of emergency drills in UG & Interns training for Obstetrics. emergency cases.
  • Student-centric activities, including skill-based training on mannequins.
  • Successfully runninga clerkship programme in undergraduate students.
  • Assessment by OSCE & OSPE in UG & PG
  • Vertical & Horizontal integration in UG teaching
  • PBL
  • Self learning projects
  • Group discussion
  • Mock drill

Extension Services:

  • USecondary care center at Sevalia and OPD services at Ardi, Petlad, Bhadran

Courses offered by the department

  • MS (Gynaec)
  • DGO
  • Laparoscopy sterilization
  • MTP training
  • Abdominal Sterilisation

 

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Nitin Raithatha Professor & HOD
Dr Smruti Vaishnav Professor
Dr Rama Shrivastava Professor
Dr Rumi Bhattacharjee Professor
Dr Nipa Modi Associate Professor
Dr Chetna Vyas Associate Professor
Dr Sangita Pandey Associate Professor
Dr Sunita Pandya Assistant Professor
Dr Dipal Shah Assistant Professor
Dr Monica Tourani Assistant Professor
Dr Shivani Rana Assistant Professor
Dr Shreya Sharma Assistant Professor
Dr Bhumika Mungala Assistant Professor
Dr Rashmita Pal Senior Resident
Dr Vyapti Pujara Senior Resident
Dr Carron Vaniya Senior Resident
Dr Jaimini Kapadia Senior Resident
Dr Suhani Gupta Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

Comprehensive eye care with all subspeciality check up in a single visit with prompt treatment.

Facilities available

Diagnosis and treatment of cataract, glaucoma, squint, corneal diseases, keratoplasty, paediatric cataract, oculoplasty, retinal diseases, and Ocular trauma.

Activities/Services available

  • Phacoemulsification for sutureless, injectionless Cataract surgery
  • Automated perimetry for the diagnosis of glaucoma and the effectiveness of its medication.
  • Fundus camera to diagnose retinal diseases, including retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, etc.
  • Retinal laser for treatment of retinal diseases.
  • Screening and treatment of retinopathy of Prematurity in premature newborn children
  • Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for scanning of the retina for the diagnosis of Glaucoma and various retinal conditions 
  • Nd: YAG laser for treatment of post-cataract opacity and glaucoma
  • Refraction
  • Eye check-up by Zeiss slit lamp
  • Eye pressure measurement by the Goldman applanation tonometer.
  • Registered Eye Bank

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

services:

  • All patients visiting the eye OPD undergo a comprehensive eye examination and get a state of art treatment.
  • UG: Clinical record book is maintained by students, which includes clinical history to be checked by consultants, case presentation to be assessed by consultants, and clinical skills assessment. Ward ending exams are taken in the form of an OSCE.
  • PG: The clinical record book is maintained by students. Regular PG teaching in the form of formal and informal discussion is done. PG students are groomed under the direct supervision of consultants for patient management. 
  • Extension center Services Consultant visit: once a week, Bhadaran Centre Resident doctor visit: twice a month Sevalia Centre, in addition to regular eye camps in nearby villages.

Courses offered by the department:

  • MS (Ophthalmology)
  • Diploma (Ophthalmology)

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Samir Bhavsar Professor & HOD
Dr Harsha Jani Professor
Dr Devendra Saxena Professor
Dr Jane Mehta  Assistant Professor
Dr Fatema Noble  Assistant Professor
Dr Rashi Kochar Senior Resident
Dr Alisha Patel Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

We offer a complete range of orthopedic services of international standards

Facilities available

  • 3 state-of-the-art operating theatres with a laminar airflow system
  • A dedicated Joint replacement operation theatre of international standards
  • Trauma centre with ICU Support for the management of poly-trauma patients

Activities/Services available

  • Trauma care: Complex and polytrauma patient services
  • Joint replacement surgeries
  • Sports medicine: Arthroscopy
  • Spine surgery
  • Hand and Reconstructive Microsurgery
  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Bone and Soft Tissue Tumors: Orthopedic Oncosurgery and Megaprosthesis

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

  • UG Teaching: PPT-based teaching sessions and Clinical case discussions
  • PG Education: Daily interactive ward rounds and clinical case-based teachings
  • Medical Extension Services: Camps in nearby villages

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Dhruv Sharma Professor & HOD
Dr Saranjeet Singh Professor
Dr. Amit Patel Professor
Dr Mohit Tolani Associate Professor
Dr Krunal Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Hemant Soni Assistant Professor
Dr Mit Nadpara Assistant Professor
Dr Viraj Banker Assistant Professor
Dr Umang Joshi Assistant Professor
Dr Arindrajit Ganguly Assistant Professor
Dr Manan Shroff Senior Resident
Dr Yash Chaliawala Senior Resident
Dr Varun Modi Senior Resident
Dr Pawan Tadwala Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

• State-of-the-Art Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU): Integrated with all advanced Care  facilities, offering care for critically ill children – Medical & Surgical cases
• Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU): Fully equipped and accredited for DM Neonatology training. (Since 2019, Neonatology has been an independent department; referring to the Neonatology section for details.)
• Recognized Training Centre: Offers accredited training programs such as:
          o IAP Advanced Life Support (ALS) & Basic Life Support (BLS)
          o IAP-NNF Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
          o Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illness (IMNCI)
          o Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF)
          o Essential Pediatric & Neonatal Emergency Care (EPIC)
          o Early Childhood Development (ECD)
• Expert Faculty: Faculty members serve as national and state-level trainers for various pediatric and neonatal programs, PICU, PICU Fellowship teaching program, Neurodevelopment, Allergy & Asthma, POCUS, etc.
• Well-trained nursing staff specially for critically ill pediatric patients
• NGO Collaboration: Provides training and support to non-governmental organizations (NGOs) involved in maternal and child health

 

Facilities available

• Clinical Services:

o PICU, Pediatric Ward, Pediatric OPD
o Dept. offers treatment under the PMJAY scheme (Pediatric Medical Cluster)
o Specialized OPD Services:
  •  Pediatric Cardiology: Tuesday & Friday  
  •  Pediatric Neurology: Friday
  •  Pediatric Nephrology: Monday/Tuesday
  •  Pediatric Endocrinology: 1st & 3rd Tuesday
  •  Developmental Pediatrics: Wednesday
  •  Thalassemia/Transfusion-dependent anemias day care
  •  Pediatric Hemato-Oncology: Available all weekdays
  •  Early Childhood Development Clinic: Wednesday & Saturday

 

Activities/Services available

• Pediatric Care:
o Routine and special consultations
o 24X7 Emergency services
o Mechanical ventilation, HFNC, POCUS
o Central venous line management, Invasive BP Monitoring
o Pediatric dialysis
o Immunization services
o Infant & Young Child Feeding (IYCF) counselling
o Neurodevelopment services
• Community & Outreach Services:
o Weekly extension services at Borsad and Ras  CHCs through a government MoU under the “Swasthya-Setu Project.”
o Active participation in Ayushman Bharat Health Camps.
o Regular training and capacity building programs for healthcare workers.

 

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education/extension services

  • Focus on preventive and promotive care like breastfeeding & Kangaroo Mother Care
  • Integrated teaching modules (IMNCI, Essential Newborn Care – NSSK)
  • Clerkship
  • Field visits by UG & PG students
  • Research projects by UG students

Courses offered by the department

• Postgraduate Degree: MD in Pediatrics
• Fellowship Program: One-year IAP Fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care (IDPPCM)

 

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Purvi Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Krutika Tandon Professor
Dr Amit Kumar Professor
Dr Rashmin Cecil Associate Professor
Dr Deepali Shah Assistant Professor
Dr Nirali Sheth Assistant Professor
Dr Bhavdeep Mungala Assistant Professor
Dr Rahul Tandon Assistant Professor
Dr Taral Patel Senior Resident
Dr Virat Trivedi Senior Resident
Dr Gaurav Bhoraniya Senior Resident
Dr Saloni Gor Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

The Department provides tertiary level services and caters to the training of Undergraduates, Postgraduates, Nursing students, Paramedical staff, and Social Science students

Facilities available

Electro Convulsive Therapy(ECT), EEG, Psychological Tests (Projective Tests,IQ tests,Aptitude tests,Tests for Learning Disability (List of all test available below)

Activities/Services available

Daily Outdoor Psychiatric Consultation, Indoor psychiatric services, Consultation Liaison Psychiatry, Counseling, CBT, Psychological Testing

Name of Clinic Day Time
1. De-addiction Clinic Tuesday 3-5 pm
2. Child Guidance Clinic Wednesdays 3-5 pm
3. Psychosexual Disorder Clinic Thursdays 3-5 pm
4. Memory clinic Fridays 3-5 pm

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education / extension services

The department arranges various community mental health awareness activities on World No Tobacco Day, World Suicide Prevention Day, World Schizophrenia Day, World Alzheimers Day. Awareness has also been attempted using radio talks on various topics.

The department collaborates with the Community Medicine and the Extensions Programme Department in conduction of diagnosis and treatment camps in the community. Training sessions on Primary Care Psychiatry and De-addiction are conducted for Primary Health care workers and Nursing students, regular training sessions for nursing staff in managing psychiatric patients.

The department conducts / actively participates in stress management programmes , induction programs for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Self management, communication and soft skills are some of the topics where we provide inputs.

The department has conducted / undertaken / participated in following research areas: Delirium, suicide, stigma, depression, medical students, alcohol use, burn out stress, chronic illness, financial burden of illness.

List of Psychological Tests (for all age – range)

  • Intelligence Tests
  • Personality Tests
  • Aptitude Tests
  • Tests for Learning Disability
  • Screening tests for ADHD and Autism
  • Memory Tests
  • Emotional Intelligence Tests

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Jagdish Varma Professor & HOD
Dr Anusha Prabhakaran Professor
Dr Shruti Soni Assistant Professor
Dr Saumya Singh Senior Resident
Dr Aashi Srivastava Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

Accredited by NABH for Medical Imaging Services.
Diagnostic and imaging facilities from plain radiography to MRI Scan with availability of 24 hours x 7 days services for emergency patient.

Facilities available

128 slice MDCT Scan, 1.5 tesla MRI scan, 3D / 4D Sonography, Colour Doppler, Computerized (Digital) Radiographs & Procedures & Mammography.

P.A.C.S and tele-radiology for hospital patients.

Activities/Services available

  • Health check-up, 24x7 days for emergency patients.
  • Postgraduate (MD/DMRD) courses under-graduate rotational training for M.B.B.S. students, Medical Imaging Technology course (B.Sc./M.Sc.).

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education / extension services

  • Journal club, Seminars, Case presentation and Quiz for post graduate students
  • Integrated teaching for undergraduates & Clerkship students.

Courses offered by the department

MD Radiodiagnosis, DMRD & B.Sc. / M.Sc. Medical Imaging Technology

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Viral Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Jayesh Bhatt Professor
Dr Jaydeep Doshi Professor
Dr Shridhar Dave Assistant Professor
Dr Aayushi Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Vaibhavi Patel Senior Resident
Dr Parth Patel Senior Resident
Dr Anu Murugan Senior Resident
Dr Ashwarya Pandey Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

The only tertiary centre to provide complete diagnostic and treatment facilities for respiratory patients in the Charutar area.

Facilities available

  • Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy

Activities/Services available

  • Diagnosis and treatment of all types of Tuberculosis patients under RNTCP (Availability of DMC and DOT centre)
  • Asthma-COPD Club
  • Celebration of World TB, Asthma, and COPD days, along with diagnostic camps
  • Providing extension services at Darbar Gopaldas TB Clinic daily
  • Providing extension services for Silicosis patients at Shakarpura, Khambhat, weekly.

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education / extension services

  • To provide health education and awareness among Asthma and COPD patients through involvement in our innovative AC Club
  • To enroll all the diagnosed TB patients under the DOTS program for free treatment
  • Active participation in interdepartmental meetings, seminars, etc.

Courses offered by the department

  • MD ( Respiratory Medicine)
  • DTCD (Diploma in TB and Chest Diseases)
  • Involvement in the RCT (Respiratory Care Technology) Course

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Sateeshkumar Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Dhaval Prajapati Professor
Dr Vishal Kansara Assistant Professor
Dr Abhishek Prajapati Assistant Professor
Dr Mehul Bhalala Assistant Professor
Dr Atit Shah Assistant Professor
Dr Rajdeep Chauhan Senior Resident
Dr Vatsal Trivedi Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

  • Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen for warts, corns, calluses, and any benign growths

Facilities available

  • Liquid nitrogen therapy
  • Electrocautery
  • Phototherapy
  • Cosmetic procedures like
  • Chemical peeling
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Acne scar surgery
  • Vitiligo surgery
  • Radiofrequency facial rejuvenation
  • Trichoscopy
  • Dermoscopy

Activities/Services available

  • STD clinic(NACO)
  • Leprosy clinic(under NLEP)
  • Extension services to peripheral centres.

Courses offered by the department

MD (Dermatology, Venerology and Leprosy) 

Faculty

Name Designation
Dr Pragya Nair Professor & HOD
Dr Nikita Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Vishva Patel Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

Accredited since 2008, for all its sectional laboratories (Haematology and Immunohematology, Clinical Pathology, Surgical Pathology, and Cytology) by the National Accreditation Board of Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL). All available tests are under the scope of NABL accreditation.

The Pathology Laboratory has received a ‘Quality Appreciation Award in Recognition of NABL Accreditation’ jointly from the Government of Gujarat, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industries, and Quality Council of India. Four of our faculties are actively engaged in quality and accreditation activities, both internally and at the national level, by virtue of being assessors for NABL and NABH at various levels. The efforts of the department in collaboration with Biochemistry and Microbiology departments have led to the laboratory receving received S.K. Joshi excellence award in 2022 for good quality laboratory practices.

The department is led by a FAIMER fellow, and all faculty members are trained in basic and advanced medical education, Basic Course in Biomedical research(BCBR), as well as in the new competency-based medical education (CBME) curriculum for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching as prescribed by the National Medical Council. The department engages in innovative teaching and learning strategies and initiatives for the MBBS and undergraduate curriculum. One of the faculty members is trained under the Advanced Course of Medical Education. Our faculty members are actively involved in providing internal training related to NABL ISO 15189:2022 and NABH standards. 

Facilities available

Diagnostic facilities for

  • Surgical Pathology (with frozen section-only service available in the entire district),
  • Haematology and Clinical Pathology
  • Cytology and Autopsy
  • Tissue Embedding System
  • Electrolux freezer with alarm
  • Med Spin-4 Cytocentrifuge
  • Cryostat
  • Automated microtome knife sharpening machines
  • Fluorescent microscope
  • Research Microscope with adaptor for Digital camera
  • Phase contrast microscope
  • Apheresis Machine

A well-equipped, 24 x 7-hour operational facility of Haematology and Clinical Pathology laboratory caters to in-patient and out-patient test requests, reports of which are available online through a robust Laboratory Information System, indigenous to and exclusively created by and for the hospital.

As we are the only oncology centre located in the district, we receive a higher number of biopsies and radical specimens for primary diagnosis as well as second opinion. In addition to this, we also receive requests for frozen section examination from hospitals across the district. Immunohistochemistry is also being performed for breast cancer biomarkers.

Innovative practices in patient care / UG &/or PG Medical education / extension services

Activities/Services available

The Blood Bank practices only component therapy as recommended by the WHO.

The voluntary blood donation rate is 95%. There is an active hospital blood transfusion committee that meets regularly and ensures the rational use of blood.

UG Medical Education-

  • Integrated teaching
  • Student Centric Activities
  • Mentorship program
  • Patient safety and quality program has been incorporated into the UG Curriculum
  • AETCOM (Attitude, Ethics, and Communication) sessions
  • Elective laboratory posting for final year MBBS student

PG Medical education –

  • Clinico -Pathological conferences with a monthly Interdepartmental meeting
  • Slide seminars, Seminars, Journal club, and mentorship program
  • Extramural Training programs at referral centres:
  • Muljibhai Patel Urological Hospital, Nadiad
  • Centre for Oncopathology, Tata Care Trust,  Mumbai
  • Neuberg Supratech Laboratory, Ahmedabad

The faculty is actively engaged in teaching of B.Sc. as well as M.Sc. Medical laboratory technology and Physiotherapy students.

Courses offered by the department

  • M. D. (Pathology) with an intake capacity of 9 students per year, as per NMC approval.

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Sanjay Chaudhari Professor & HOD
Dr Monica Gupta Professor
Dr Faruq Mulla Professor
Dr Kirti Rathod Professor
Dr Hetal Joshi Professor
Dr Zalak Parmar  Associate Professor
Dr Shyama Chag Associate Professor
Dr Khevna Kansara Assistant Professor
Dr Kajal Savanur Assistant Professor
Dr Munira Jhabuawala Assistant Professor
Dr Mansi Shah Senior Resident
Dr Krupa Shah  Tutor
Dr Mohiniben Kalariya Tutor
Dr Khyati Chaudhari Tutor
Dr Tejas Sanchaniya Tutor
Dr Mitiksha Patel  Tutor
Dr Krishna Trivedi  Tutor
Dr Shreya Thacker Tutor
Dr Keyurkuamr Hadiya Tutor
Dr Hemali Patel  Tutor

Unique Features

The Department of Neonatology is young and was carved out of the Department of Pediatrics on 19 December 2019. The department was primarily responsible for NICU care since 2008, and for almost a decade has been offering a Fellowship in Neonatology.

The department's senior faculty is well recognized for their academic, teaching, and research achievements across India. They are regular speakers at National and International conferences and members of important task forces of government and academic bodies. The Department has a high number of publications to its credit, many of them cited in International Guidelines and Cochrane reviews.

Facilities 

  • High-risk follow up Clinic
  • High-frequency ventilators
  • Invasive ventilation
  • Total Parenteral Nutrition 
  • Bedside Ultrasound with POCUS
  • Incubators
  • Warmers
  • Therapeutic Hypothermia
  • aEEG, and Nitric Oxide Therapy
  • Inborn NICU  with step-down facility
  • Outborn NICU with step-down facility
  • Trained staff for Neonatal transport

Activities/Services available

  • Dedicated Outpatient Department for Neonates
  • Developmental clinic managed at out door patient level
  • Managing the in-house neonatal ICU

Innovative practices in patient care / UG & /or PG Medical education/extension services

  • Our DM Students undergo training in external centers for about two months (including 15 dates of community Neonatology).
  • The DM students undergo additional training in Quality Improvement and Research Methodology and are expected to publish papers before they complete their training.
  • The residents and consultants attend deliveries at referring hospitals and are well-versed in Neonatal transport.
  • The students learn while managing patients, and training includes bedside rounds as well as formal classroom sessions – mainly small group learning, as well as the conduct of Journal Clubs, Seminars, Joint sessions with other Departments, Lectures, and regular presentations at Conferences, and attending Workshops.
  • Curriculum in line with NMC Guidelines

Courses offered by the department

  • DM – Neonatology (NMC Approved-  the first and only Department in Gujarat to offer this prestigious course)
  • Fellowship in Neonatology

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Dipen Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Reshma Pujara Associate Professor
Dr Toral Gandhi Senior Resident
Dr Aditya Bhatt Senior Resident
Dr Ashutosh Sharma Senior Resident
Dr Rohan Modi Senior Resident

The Emergency Medicine Department is a cornerstone of our tertiary care Centre, committed to delivering high-quality patient-centered emergency care to the general public. We are designed to handle a wide range of medical emergencies, ensuring prompt assessment, stabilization, and appropriate treatment.

Unique Features:

  • Early Warning Systems (Triage): We utilize advanced early warning systems to promptly identify deteriorating patients to enable timely interventions.
  • Acute Care Nursing Staff: Our department has boasted of  NABH-accredited acute care nursing staff since  2016, a pioneering achievement in the country.
  • Point of Care – ABG (Arterial Blood Gas analyzer) and Ultrasonography Focused Assessment with Sonography, for Trauma (e-FAST), Advanced Echocardiography, and Ultrasound-Guided Procedures: We employ ultrasound technology for rapid diagnosis and interventions, improving prompt patient management.
  • Patient-Centered Care: We prioritize patient experience by providing clear communication, emotional support, and involving patients in decision-making.

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Facilities:

    30 dedicated beds (6 acute care - Red, 11 Moderate Care - Yellow, 1 Neonate trolley, 1 dedicated for Obstetric emergencies, and 11 Delayed care - Green)

  • Emergency OT equipped to handle all emergency surgeries
  • Point-of-care Ultrasonography
  • Point of care -Arterial Blood Gas analyzer
  • Video Laryngoscopes (for difficult airway management)
  • Advanced Invasive and Non-Invasive Ventilators
  • Biphasic Defibrillators
  • Advanced Digital Portable X-ray machine
  • Syringe Infusion Pumps
  • Team of 3 trained and experienced Emergency Medicine physicians
  • 31 trained nurses
  • 5 Counselors

 

Activities/Services available:

  • Team of 7 experienced emergency physicians
  • 27 trained nurses
  • 7 emergency counsellors
  • We treat general emergencies, including specialised ones like paediatrics, neurology, cardiology, urology, and oncology
  •  Endotracheal intubation
  • Advanced ventilator management
  • Central venous cannulation
  • Arterial line insertion
  • Transcutaneous and transvenous pacing
  • Cricothyroidotomy
  • Chest tube insertions
  • Tracheostomy
  • Basic and advanced cardiac life support
  • Emergency full-term deliveries.
  • All services are available 24*7

Innovative Practices in Patient Care/ UG & PG Medical Education/Extension Services:

We collaborate with schools for injury prevention education and participate in local and regional disaster response planning. Additionally, we utilize various media platforms; like the local community radio station, to disseminate information about emergency medical conditions and prevention. Our community outreach includes educational workshops on first aid, CPR, and disaster preparedness. We offer hands-on training through simulation-based learning, procedural skills training, and real-life patient care. By incorporating these innovative practices, we strive to provide exceptional patient care, educate future healthcare professionals, and strengthen our community's emergency preparedness.

Courses offered by the department

  • MD Emergency Medicine - 3 seats (Since 2023)
  • Emergency medicine technician certificate course - one-year duration
  • Emergency medicine elective posting of 15 days to final year MBBS students as per the guidelines by NMC from 2024

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Alpa Patel Professor & HOD
Dr Hemlata Kamat Professor
Dr Sunil Chhajwani Professor
Dr Darshan Shah Assistant Professor
Dr Keyur Shah Assistant Professor
Dr Janki Nayak Assistant Professor
Dr Abhishek Shah Senior Resident
Dr Kushal Vekariya Senior Resident

Unique features of the Department

The  Department of Immuno Hematology and Blood Transfusion at PSMC, Karamsad, was started with the initiation of PG course (NMC Permission) in the year  2023.  MD in Immunohematology and Blood Transfusion is a postgraduate course that is a unique multidimensional speciality that incorporates elements of immunohematology, transfusion therapy for hematological disorders, and integrates advanced scientific technology. After completing the Course, the individual can work as a transfusion medicine consultant in hospitals, as an academician in teaching hospitals, as a medical officer in a blood Centre, as a medical advisor for diagnostic/Manufacturing /Pharmacologic companies, as a consultant in regenerative medicine Centre/transplant Centre, as a team member for Government Advisory boards (NACO), NBTC, SBTC.

Unique Facilities Available

  • Blood Donation services, with permission from GSCBT, will conduct outdoor Blood Donation camps. Our Annual Collection from Voluntary  Blood Donors is 10,000, and the Blood Centre caters to the needs of the Blood of Shree Krishna Hospital and adjoining Hospitals of the District Anand.
  • Advanced Immunohematology lab with two automated  Pretransfusion testing equipment.
  • Advanced Component  Lab with Preparation of Quality  Blood components as per DGHS standards,  Preparation of Pediatric bags using Sterile connecting device, Preparation of Platelet-rich Plasma, and Cryopreservation of stem cells.
  • Apheresis  Procedures including PBSC Harvesting using The erumo Optia Machine.
  • Transfusion Transmitted Infection Screening Laboratory.

 Services Available

  • Therapeutic Apheresis  Procedures including:-
  • Stem Cell Collection
  • Plasma Exchange
  • Red Cell Exchange
  • Leukapheresis
  • Therapeutic  Platelet Depletion
  • Centre for management of benign hematological disorders.
  • Supply of Apheresis components (Single Donor Platelet availability)
  • Availability of Specialized modified blood components, including Leucodepleted and irradiated Blood Components.
  • 100% Blood Component transfusion services.
  • Advanced Immunohematology laboratory with screening and identification of antibodies with referral services.
  • Thrombotic microangiopathy diagnostic workup
  • Clinical Transfusion therapy and consultation.
  • Outreach Programme, including blood donation drive and motivation, recruitment, and retention activities for promoting VBD
  • National and international collaboration of academic enhancement activities.

Achievements

  • NABH-accredited Blood Bank since 2010
  • Received awards for outstanding service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Awarded as the Regional Blood Transfusion Centre by GSCBT.
  • First Private Medical college in Gujarat to start the MD IHBT Course.

Innovative  Procedures

  • IUT in collaboration with fetal medicine.
  • Patient Blood Management services.
  • Planning for CAR-T cell therapy.
  • Reconstituted blood for exchange transfusions.

 

Courses Offered

MD IHBT with an intake capacity of 3 students Per Year.

Faculty

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Name Designation
Dr Keyuri Patel Professor
Dr Mustafa Ranpurwala Professor
Dr Manthan Patel Assistant Professor
Dr Satyam Sarkar Assistant Professor
Dr Tejas Kansara Senior Resident

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