Message from Dean’s desk

Medical education challenges the best and the brightest minds to learn the science of and , and the art of compassionate care. As one of the nation’s premier medical institution, Sree Balaji Medical College and Hospital (SBMCH) is dedicated to advancing biomedical knowledge and humane healing through innovative educational methods. SBMCH achievements are a tribute to the Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (BIHER), our faculty, our students, our staff, and our alumni. In recent years, our SBMCH has become best place to pursue an education. With totally modernized facilities, a redesigned curriculum that introduces early clinical experiences, and new academic partnerships and global initiatives, we are pointed aggressively to the future. We select each new entering class with the intent of ensuring that we will train tomorrow’s medical leaders, secure in the knowledge that they will be well prepared to practice their chosen specialties and to meet the needs of the public. I look forward to providing highlights of their contributions in the upcoming months.

Dean CME Programme - "Universal Health Coverage: Everyone Everywhere"

Department of Community Medicine & Unit of SBMCH organized a CME Programme on "Universal Health

Coverage: Everyone Everywhere"- conducted on 07.04.2018, at the field practice area of RHTC Padappai. Faculty Development Program

IQAC and Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized a Workshop on “Revised Basic Medical Education Technologies” on 18, 19, and 20 - April 2018. Interactive teaching learning methods- Interactive teaching involves interchange of ideas between teachers, students

and the lecture content. It refers to increased discussion among the participants and their active involvement. The purpose of teaching is to facilitate learning and encourage the learners to learn more effectively. Interactive

teaching involves a two-way interaction between the presenter and the participants. It encourages and expects learners to participate. Guest Lecture on Sustaining Menstruation

IQAC and Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized a Guest Lecture on Sustaining Menstruation. The guest Speaker of the day was Ms. Kavya Menon Secretary, AWARE Sustaining menstruation Tamil Nadu project.

Menstruation is a natural, normal biological process experienced by all adolescent girls and women, yet it is not spoken about openly causing unnecessary embarrassment and shame. India’s 113 million adolescent girls are particularly vulnerable at the onset of menarche. At this time they need a safe environment that offers protection and guidance to ensure their basic health, well-being and educational opportunity is realised. Lack of a separate and usable girl’s toilet in schools and a toilet at home leaves adolescent girls and women to face the indignity of open defecation. However, safe and effective menstrual hygiene management, or ‘MHM’ is a trigger for better and stronger development for adolescent girls and women.

In considering the specific sanitation and hygiene requirements of adolescent girls and women, state governments and district administrations have a responsibility for putting in place the following. The framework highlights the essential elements of a menstrual hygiene management programme that should be integrated in to other government schemes. World Immunization Week

Department of Paediatrics & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized a CME Programme on “Immunization in Adolescents” on 27.04.18. The chief guest of the day was Prof. Durai Arasan, Govt. Omandurar medical college, Chennai. Immunization as a Preventive Health Service for Adolescents

Administration of vaccinations should be integrated with other preventive services provided to

adolescents. The importance of improving the vaccination levels and of providing other preventive services indicated for adolescents and young adults has been emphasized recently by many national organizations. Vaccines recommended for adolescents are underused,leaving our nation’s teens vulnerable to serious illness and even death. Healthcare providers should make every effort to vaccinate adolescents according to the national immunization schedule to benefit adolescents, their close contacts, and society at large.If adolescents have chronic health problems, are getting certain kinds of medical treatment, or will be travelling abroad in the near future, they may need different vaccines than other kids their age. Their doctor can advise whether these immunizations are needed. Workshop on “Plate Fixation of Long Bone Fractures”

Department of Orthopaedics & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized a Workshop on “Plate Fixation of Long Bone Fractures” on 25th April 2018. The chief guest of the day was Dr. Velsamy Raveendran MB,

FRCS, FRACS, PhD., Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon, Coimbatore Bone and Joint Foundation (CBJF).

International Conference on “Rehabilitation in Sports Injuries”

Department of Orthopaedics & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized an International Conference on “Rehabilitation in Sports Injuries” on 26th April 2018. The chief guest of the day was Prof. Takayuki Hotta, Prof. Sunny Iwasaki’s Unit, Japan.

Regardless of the specifics of the injury, however, here are fundamental components that need to be included in all successful rehabilitation programs: , Flexibility and Joint ROM, Strength and Endurance, Proprioception and Coordination, Functional Rehabilitation, The use of Orthotics, Psychology of Injury.

Guest Lecturer “All About CTEV”

Department of Orthopaedics & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH on Guest Lecturer On “All About CTEV” 27th April 2018. The chief guest of the day was Prof. Vijay Sriram, Chief Orthopaedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospital, Chennai.

Congenital Talipes Equino Varus (CTEV) for short is commonly known as clubfoot. This is a condition where a child presents with either one or both feet pointing downwards and turns inwards. There are two types of CTEV: postural and structural. Definition Clubfoot is a condition in which one or both feet are twisted into an abnormal position at birth. The condition is also known as talipes. True clubfoot is characterized by abnormal bone formation in the foot. There are four variations of clubfoot: talipes varus, talipes valgus, talipes equines, and talipes calcaneus. In talipes varus, the most common form of clubfoot, the foot generally turns inward so that the leg and foot look somewhat like the letter J (when looking at the left foot head-on). In talipes valgus, the foot rotates outward like the letter L. In talipes equinus, the foot points downward, similar to that of a toe dancer. In talipes calcaneus, the foot points upward, with the heel pointing down.

CME on “Changing Trends in Medical Education”

Medical Education Unit of SBMCH conducted CME on “Changing Trends in Medical Education” 03.05.2018.There was a meeting held with Dr. Lalith Singh, M.S. Managing Director of the education wing – Elseiver’s technology. It was to discuss about the changing trends in medical education.

All the members of MEU and the head of the departments participated in the meeting. Mr. RamKumar from Elseiver’s briefed about the different online learning modalities explained in detail about the various Computer Assisted learning modules. Dr. Lalith explained about the Elseiver publication portal he said that there are many certification courses in the website and this can be completed and certificate can be obtained. It is free of cost. The meeting ended with Dr. Kalaiselvi madam thanking the speaker. Guest Lecturer “Papsmear Cytology”

Department of & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH on “Papsmear Cytology” on 07.05.18. The guest Speaker of the day was Dr. Indira Rajavelu, MD, Prof. of Pathology, K. G. H Hospital, Chennai. The speaker narrates about Papanicolaou test (abbreviated as Pap test, also known as Pap smear, cervical smear, or smear test) is a method of cervical screening used to detect potentially pre-cancerous and cancerous processes in the cervix (opening of the uterus or womb). Abnormal findings are often followed up by more sensitive diagnostic procedures, and, if warranted, interventions that aim to prevent progression to cervical cancer. The test was invented by, and named for, doctor Aurel Babeș and doctor Georgios Papanikolaou. A Pap smear is performed by opening the vaginal canal with a speculum, then collecting cells at the outer opening of the cervix at the transformation zone (where the outer squamous cervical cells meet the inner glandular endocervical cells). The collected cells are examined under a microscope to look for abnormalities. The test aims to detect potentially pre-cancerous changes (called cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN) or cervical dysplasia; the squamous intraepithelial lesion system (SIL) is also used to describe abnormalities), which are caused by human papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted DNA virus. The test remains an effective, widely used method for early detection of pre-cancer and cervical cancer.

CME- Salivary Gland Neoplasms

Department of Pathology & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH conducted a CME- Salivary Gland Neoplasms on 29.05.18. The guest Speakers of the day were Dr. Hamsini, Dr. Moumita Dam, Dr. Bijoya Debnath, Dr. Jasima Nilofer. Salivary gland tumours usually present as a lump or swelling in the affected gland which may or may not have been present for a long time. The lump may be accompanied by symptoms of duct blockage (e.g. xerostomia). Usually, in their early stages it is not possible to distinguish a benign tumour from a malignant one. One of the key differentiating symptoms of a malignant growth is nerve involvement. For example signs of facial nerve damage (e.g facial palsy) are associated with malignant parotid tumours. Facial pain, and paraesthesia are also very often associated with a malignant tumours. Other red flag symptoms which may suggest malignancy and warrant further investigation are fixation of the lump to the overlying skin, ulceration and in duration of the mucosa. The majority of these neoplasms are benign 80% and only 20% are malignant. Benign tumors account for 63% to 78% of all salivary gland neoplasms. Most common benign tumor: Pleomorphic adenoma 53% - 77% of all cases occurs in parotid glands.

International Nurses Day

SBMCH organized an International Nurses Day on 15.05.18. The International Council of Nurses has celebrated on May 12th since 1965. May 12th is an important date to all nurses, as it is the anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, who is widely considered the founder of modern nursing. In January 1974, this day was finally officially made International Nurses Day.

This day is all about celebrating nurses’ endless contributions to society; take this opportunity to show a nurse who has taken care of you how much you appreciate him or her. As with most gestures of appreciation, whatever you decide to do need not be grand or cost much money. Sad as it is, many people neglect to thank their nurses at all, seeing them only as robots who only know how to follow the doctor’s orders, so every little way to say a simple “thank you” will definitely make that nurse’s day.

If you are feeling especially grateful for the way a certain nurse took care of you (fed you, brought you a blanket, cleaned vomit off of you, monitored your vital signs, made sure you were getting the right pills, changed your wound dressings, helped you get to the bathroom, let you cry on his or her shoulder, or any of the hundreds of other things nurses do), today is the day to show that gratitude. So take a trip down to the hospital with a box of chocolates, a nice bottle of wine, or anything else you think that particular nurse might like.

World Blood Donation Day

Department of & Pathology of SBMCH organized an International Conference on the occasion of “WORLD BLOOD DONATION DAY” on 8th & 9th June 2018.International Speaker- Dr. K. Mohan Kumar, PhD, Paediatric Faculty, Division of

John Hopkins University School of Medicine, USA. TOPIC: Mechanism of Anaemia and RBC Transfusion Associated Necrotising Enterocolitis.

Anemia describes the condition in which the number of red blood cells in the blood is low. For this reason, doctors sometimes describe someone with anemia as having a low blood count. A person who has anemia is called anemic. Blood is comprised of two parts: a liquid called the plasma and a cellular part. The cellular part contains several different cell types. One of the most important and the most numerous cell types are red blood cells. The other cell types are the white blood cells and platelets. Only red blood cells are discussed in this article. The purpose of the red blood cell is to deliver oxygen from the lungs to other parts of the body.

Red blood cells are produced through a series of complex and specific steps. They are made in the bone marrow (inner part of the femur and pelvic bones that make most of the cells in the blood), and when all the proper steps in their maturation are complete, they are released into the blood stream. The hemoglobin molecule is the functional unit of the red blood cells and is a complex protein structure that is inside the red blood cells. Contrary to most cells in the human body, red blood cells do not have a nucleus (metabolic center of a cell). National Speakers- Dr. Febe Renjitha Suman Prof. of Haematopathology, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai TOPIC: Blood Donor Services.

Dr. Dolly Daniel, Prof. of Transfusion Medicine, CMC, Vellore. TOPIC: Antenatal Alloimmunization: A Continuing Challenge. Blood donation is one of the beneficial concept connected with the science of surgical medicine. Like all the inventions borrowed from the West this too is an invention of the scientifically advanced Western countries. Human blood is divided into four groups viz; A,B,0 and AB. This blood is stored and preserved in blood banks for a week or so as it is, and later is preserved in the plasma form. When another human being is struggling for life as cause of loss of blood, in an accident, war ordinary emergency, the blood bank will examine his blood and supply a blood from its storage which corresponds with the blood group of that person. In this way, hundreds of lives have been saved in our country. Among the blood groups, O-positive group is the universal donor, and can be transferred in the blood stream of persons of any other group.

Donation of blood is a prime need of the country, and the Government itself has taken charge of the department. It requests all hale and healthy citizens in the country to donate blood. This done through publicity in the form of signboards, hoardings, etc., in front of hospitals, or through media advertisements.

National conference on “ in Special Population"

Department of Psychiatry of SBMCH organized a national Conference on “psychiatry in special population" on 16th June 2018.

Inaugural and Key Note Address: Dr. Ajit Bhide, Presdent, Indian Psychiatric Society (National Body), Topic: “Common Mental Health Problems In Children And Adolescents”- Dr. Vishal Indla, Director, Vimhans, Viayawada, Topic: “Mental Health Problems in Women”- DR. Sonia Parial, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, Raipur. Topic: “Mental Health Problems In Elderly” - Dr. K.S. Shaji Prof & HOD, Department of Psychiatry, T.M.C.H, Thirissur, Topic: “Expanding The Terrain - Addressing Psychological Needs of the Medically Ill - “ Dr. R. Raguram, Prof & HOD, Department of psychiatry, KIMS, Bengaluru, Topic: “Mental Health Services In The Community”- Dr. Anjali chhabria, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist, Mumbai. The discussion of the programme emphasis on the some of the populations which appear to be particularly vulnerable to the development of psychiatric symptomatology related to life events and biologic or social/cultural factors. Such groups include individuals who have

experienced traumatic events, military personnel, individuals with serious medical conditions, postpartum women, and immigrants.

Universal prevention may be beneficial in some instances through public awareness campaigns and disaster planning. In other instances, more specific and intensive interventions for individuals at high risk of psychiatric illness may improve outcomes, for example, crisis counseling for those who have experienced severe trauma. HAEMPATH- 2018

Department of Pathology of SBMCH organized a national Conference on “Haematopathology” on 19th June 2018. Speakers- Dr Sitalakshmi Subramanian, Topics: Myelodysplasia & Myeloproliferative Disorders, Myelodysplastic/ myeloproliferative diseases are a group of

diseases of the blood and bone marrow in which the bone marrow makes too many white blood cells. These diseases have features of both myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative disorders. Dr. Rakhee Kar Topics: Acute Myeloid Leukemia: WHO 2016 Update & Beyond.

Recent advances in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) biology and its genetic landscape should ultimately lead to more subset-specific AML , ideally tailored to each patient's disease. Although a growing number of distinct AML subsets have been increasingly characterized, patient management has remained disappointingly uniform. If one excludes acute promyelocytic leukemia, current AML management still relies largely on intensive chemotherapy and allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT), at least in younger patients who can tolerate such intensive treatments. Dr. Sukesh C. Nair, Topics: Haemocytomorphometry-Cell Counters As Peripheral Blood Morphologists, Dr. Rema Menon, Topics: Flow Cytometry in Lymph Proliferative Disorders, Dr. S. Sri Gayathri Topics: Flow Cytometry in Lymph Proliferative Disorders

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BIOZONE RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD., DR. FLORIDA TILTON, BIOZONE RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIES PVT LTD CEO, Has joined and collaborated with Sree Balaji Medical College and hospital for various Research activities in Clinical and Allied Sciences.

Activities The activities covered under this collaboration were 1. To write joint venture research proposals for getting grants from Government agencies. 2. To guide students for the award of Ph.D.

International Yoga Day & Counselling

The International Yoga day was celebrated in the Yoga day in SBMCH. The Participants were taught about the importance of yoga and how it could bring out an effect in keeping our body

healthy. The volunteers brought into light the advantages of performing yoga to the audience. They taught the audience some simple yoga postures by demonstrating them to them and they also enlightened them with the benefits of performing each asana. The volunteers also prepared charts with the different yoga postures which should be followed and performed every day and submitted it to them. The audience also enthusiastically participated in all the events. And at the end the day turned into a memorable one not alone for the audience but also for the volunteers by giving them the happiness and satisfaction of encouraging, motivating, supporting and helping people to live a better and healthy life.

On the whole it was a very great week for the organizers and the volunteers giving them a new experience. All were filled with happiness and satisfaction by serving the people. The NSS week activities gave them memories filled with fun and enjoyment. All the people and students who attended the camp activities organized by the NSS unit were benefitted and were contented about the activities which were conducted. As a result of the hard work and enthusiasm of one week in the volunteers brought a great impact by creating betterment in the lives of the people. The volunteers are very thankful to the organizers and other members of the NSS unit in giving them a great opportunity to serve the people and to also bring in their inner talents and use it for the betterment of the life of people. These activities inculcated in the minds of the volunteers the motive of selfless service and gave them the happiness for becoming the cause for someone’s happiness.

International Conference - Subsuming Research in Medical Education

Department of Anatomy & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized an International Conference on “Subsuming Research in Medical Education” on 22nd & 23rd June 2018. The chief guests of the day were Dr. Rasha Ali Abdelrazek Eldeeb Assoc Prof of Physiology, Dubai Medical College, Dr. T. Chenthuran, Senior lecturer & HOD of Anatomy, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka, Dr K.Prashanthi, Assoc Prof of Biochemistry, Indian Academy Degree College, Bangalore, Dr. Florida Tilton, M D of Biozone Research Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

“Research in Medical Education- Systemic Review”- Dr. Rasha Ali AbdelrazekEldeeb Medical education is the education related to the practice of being a medical practitioner; either the initial training (i.e., and internship), or additional training thereafter (e.g., residency and fellowship). Any investigation related to the education of the medical professionals at the entry level, postgraduate education, continuing medical education and online learning is considered research in medical education. It addresses the different components of the medical education ecosystem to evaluate and enhance the knowledge, skills, attitude, professionalism of the medical students thus the competency of the medical practitioners. Qualitative methods will be presented according to traditions that have a distinguished history in particular disciplines. Quantitative methods will be presented according to an evidence-based hierarchy akin to that of evidence-based medicine with the stronger designs (systematic reviews and well conducted educational randomized controlled trials) at the top, and weaker designs (descriptive studies without comparison groups, or single case studies) at the bottom. It should be appreciated, however, that the research question determines the study design.

“Ethics in Medical Research”-Dr. T. Chenthuran

Ethical principles encompassing autonomy, beneficence and justice are central for accurate design and conduct of a Medical research. These principles are incorporated in the ethical guidelines which are, at least in part, developed in response to undesirable incidents occurred in the history of Medical research. The guidelines enable the multiple stakeholders such as investigators, members of the ethics review committee and sponsors to plan and implement a Medical research that generates or improves the scientific knowledge on the well-being of the individuals and in turn the community. A research protocol involving human participants or animals is subjected to independent review by an Ethics Review Committee (ERC) which has the responsibility to assure that the outcome of the review process is impeccable and it complies with applicable institutional, national and international guidelines and legislation of the country where the research is implemented. The ethical integrity of a Medical research is assessed by the ERC by focusing on the key elements pertaining to research ethics including the scientific and /or social and /or clinical value; scientific validity; fair selection of participants in accordance with the objective(s) of the study; favorable risk – benefit ratio; provision for informed (or proxy) consent appropriate for the study design; assurance for confidentiality and privacy of the participants and other specific aspects as related to the research. At present, the implementation of a clinical trial in Sri Lanka prerequisite the following: 1. Obtaining approval from a recognized Ethics Review Committee (ERC) functioning in the country; 2. Registration in the Sri Lanka Clinical Trials Registry (SLCTR) or any other similar Clinical Trial Registries; and 3.Authorization from the Sub-Committee on Clinical Trials (SCOCT) that serves under the authority of the National Regulatory Authority (NMRA), Sri Lanka. In brief, a Medical research has to be designed with valid scientific goal(s) and rigorous methodology that incorporate ethical principles in order to obtain reliable outcome. “Research Funding Opportunities for Medical Students & Faculty”- Dr K. Prashanthi Our knowledge concerning molecular basis, diagnosis, treatments and management of diseases is rapidly increasing and evolving and it is very important to know current updates as medical students, and scientists. Engaging in research, at undergraduate level, maybe the first time that a student learns how to document what they do, find and think coherently, concisely and precisely. This can contribute to developing everlasting habits of analytical and critical thinking in students, enhance their understanding of a disease and their ability to read and interpret scientific literature to keep abreast with the latest advances in medicine. Even more significantly, research-engaged physicians offer better care and achieve better patient outcomes, making the investment of time and effort in research training for medical students exceedingly essential to building a healthier society in the long term.

Bridging Research and Medicine – The need of the hour -Dr. Florida Tilton

Applications of basic science in medicine encompasses a wide array of research, extending from bench research – involving fundamental scientific principles that may apply to a preclinical understanding – to clinical research, which involves studies of people who may be subjects in clinical trials. Within this spectrum is applied research, or translational research, conducted to expand knowledge in the field of medicine. The increased longevity of humans over the past century can be significantly attributed to advances resulting from medical research. Researchers should be drawn to the difficult problems, the ones for which prevailing science does not yet have a framework to understand. The strength is in developing new paradigms to tackle these problems and opening new avenues to transform human health.

Workshop - Research Network: Empowering researchers to organize their references Department of Anatomy & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH organized an International Conference on “Research Network: Empowering researchers to organize their references” on 22nd & 23rd June 2018. With the medical professionals actively involved in research and scientific publishing, mastering the art and skill of searching and organizing scientific literature becomes the need of the hour. Mendeley is an open access and user friendly software that helps us to store, organise and cite references. The workshop comprises of short interactive lectures, followed by demonstration and hands on training.

Resource Persons - Dr. Priscilla Johnson MD DNB PhD, Professor, Department of Physiology, Sri Ramachandra Medical College, Chennai – 600116, Dr. K. Muthu Prathibha MD Associate Professor, Department of Physiology, Saveetha Medical College, Thandalam, Chennai – 602105.

Panel Discussion- “How Much Is Too Much In e- Learning”

Department of Anatomy & Medical Education Unit of SBMCH conducted a Panel Discussion- “How Much Is Too Much In e- Learning” on 22nd & 23rd June 2018. With the medical professionals -Dr. Suzanne Maria Dcruz, Assoc Prof of Physiology, Sri Muthukumaran MC & H, Dr. M.R Renuka Professor of Physiology, Dr. P.R. Devaki Professor of Physiology, Dr. G. Durga Devi Asst Prof of Anatomy, Dr. Sasikumar P (Moderator) Prof of , SBMCH. E-learning theory describes the cognitive science principles of effective multimedia learning using electronic educational Technology.

Cognitive research and their theory suggest that the selection of appropriate concurrent multimedia modalities may enhance learning. Brandon Hall defines E-learning as: instruction that is delivered electronically, in part or wholly via a Web browser, through the Internet or an intranet, or through multimedia platforms such as CD-ROM or DVD.

Drug Abuse Awareness Program

NSS Unit of SBMCH conducted Drug abuse awareness programme was conducted at “HOPE FOR CHANGE” De addiction &Rehabilitation center Porur on 28-6-18.

Drug abuse has become a worldwide problem in modern times. Drug means a habit-forming substance which is taken pleasure or excitement and which induces sleep or produces insensibility. Youth and teenagers are more prone to become the victims of drug abuse.When a drug is taken for the first time, it stimulates the pleasure centers of the brain. It is for sake of pleasure that most users first get accustomed to it. They take drugs to forget pain, sorrow, insult, and to escape from reality.

Drugs are taken in various forms. Some are taken through injection, some are smoked and some are chewed and swallowed. Drugs are sold in deserted houses, lonely places, hotels, parks, and street corners. Problems of Drug abuse: We have heard of reports where young person stole their mother’s ornaments to buy drugs. Besides, ruining an addict morally, it also affects him physically. Drug abuse may negatively affect the kidneys and the brain. Harmful drugs attack the nervous system. It causes loss of appetite, brings drowsiness all the time and saps one’s strength and stamina.

International Vist of Professor.P.Ramasamy, Director, R&D Wing for various research collaborations and scientific presentations

Prof.P.Ramasamy visited Professor G.Dayanithi at Prague, Czeck Republic on 9th-14th

April 2018 and also visited, Prof.Indu A.and Prof.Shamuel M at National Institute of Health,

Bethesda where he delivered invited talk on "Efficacy of novel collagen nitric oxide wound

dressing on non-healing wounds and had held meetings with the scientific staff and fellows and

discussed on their projects and ongoing research on 15-17th April 2018.

Appointments

S.No. Name of the Faculty Department Designation DOJ

1 Dr. N. R. Vignesh DVL Senior Resident 02.04.18

2 Dr. D. Arun Prasad Gen Surgery Senior Resident 02.04.18

3 Dr. R. Dharani Casualty CMO 05.04.18

4 Dr. S. Abarna Casualty CMO 05.04.18 5 Dr. S. Jagannathan Resp. Medicine Senior Resident 11.04.18

6 Dr. Gayathri Dilliraj Biochemistry Tutor 16.04.18

7 Dr. P Madhusudhana Rao Anaesthesiology Professor 18.04.18

8 Dr. B R Jasmitha Senior Resident 23.04.18

Genomic Research 9 Dr. Florida Tilton 02.05.18 Research Lab Consultant 10 Dr. R Selvaraj Paediatrics Professor 03.05.18 11 Dr. Rameez Raja.B. General Medicine Asst. Prof 15.05.18

12 Dr. S. Brigida Pharmacology Asst. Prof. 18.06.18

13 Dr. A. Mary Chandrika Pharmacology Tutor 18.06.18

14 Dr. S. Gowtham Anatomy Tutor 21.06.18

15 Dr. M. Radhika Physiology Tutor 27.06.18

Promotions

With Promoted S.No. Name of the Faculty Department Designation effect as from Assistant 1 Dr. S. Sasi Kumar Physiology Tutor 01.04.18 Professor Professor 2 Dr. V. Revathi Ophthalmology Professor 12.04.18 & Head Assistant Associate 3 Dr. Natarajan Suresh Pathology 01.05.18 Professor Professor International Visiting Professors of SBMCH

Sl.No Name Designation and Department Address 1. Prof. Mohammed Galal El-Din, Ph.D Dean & Prof. of Anatomy, Dubai Medical College, Dubai.

2. Dr. ShifanKhanday, MD Anatomy, MBA(Health Associate Member in Royal care), Ph.D (Anatomy) College of General Practitioner, London Assistant Professor of Anatomy, Dubai Medical College, DUBAI 3. Dr. T. Chenthuran, MD, Ph.D (Anatomy) Head, Department of Anatomy, Faculty of Medicine, University of Jaffna, Sri Lanka 4. Dr. Rasha All Abdelrazek Eldeeb, MD, Ph.D Associate Professor of Physiology Dubai Medical College, Dubai. 5. Dr. K. Mohan Kumar, Ph.D Faculty of Paediatrics, Division of Neonatology, John Hopkins University School of Medicine, USA Publications

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Anushuya. G & P.Karkuzhali Amnion nodosum – A rare case report IJAR, 7(4), 2018.

Deepthi Ravi, Jayakar Thomas. Lupus Vulgaris and Zoon's Balantis Occuring In The

Same Patient: A Case Report. Shyanwa Publication - Achieves of

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Deepthi Ravi, Jayakar Thomas. Validation of Pase Score In Psoriasis: A Study In A

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Hamsini. C, Priavadhana Rajan Prasaad, P. Karkuzhali, Macrorheological and

Microrheological Parametres:Can They Be Used As Early Indicators of

Macrovascular and Microvascular Complications In Diabetes Mellitus Type II?,

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Rekha Ramaswamy Iyer, P .Karkuzhali. Histopathological spectrum of benign prostatic

hyperplasia – A one year study, IJSR, 7(4), 2018.

Sobi Meena R M, Jayakar Thomas. Acanthoma Firruratum to Ear Chains - A Cultural

Aspect. International Journal of Scientific research. 2018; 7; 5.

Supraja Babu & P.Karkuzhali. Alteration in the erythrocyte sedimentation rate in dengue

patients: Analysis of 200 cases, wjpmr, 2018, 4(5), 185-189.

Suresh. N & P. Karkuzhali. Analysis of colonic biopsies in a tertiary care centre, Indian

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Varun Manek. Proximal humeral internal locking osteosynthesis for surgical fixation for

displaced two parts to four part fractures: A prospective study. International

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Palanivel Rameshthangam, Dhanasekaran Solairaj, Gnanapragasam Arunachalam ,

Palaniappan Ramasamy. Chitin and Chitinases: Biomedical and Environmental

Applications of Chitin and its Derivatives. Journal of enzymes. 2018, 1(1):20-43.

Ramasamy P, Sujatha Rani J, Gunasekaran D. R. Assessment of antibiotic sensitivity

andpathogenicity of Vibrio spp. and Aeromonas spp. from aquaculture

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