On the occasion of ‘Down’s syndrome Day’ on 21st March 2023 the Department of Paediatrics at RajaRajeswari Medical College & Hospital along with Department of Physiotherapy observed ‘World Down’s syndrome Day’ by an informative awareness programme of Health surveillance of Down’s Syndrome child & interventions at Kadamba hall (College Auditorium).
The event was organised by Department of Physiotherapy, the Department of paediatrics, under the leadership of Prof & HOD, Dr. Adarsh E. and with the Co-ordination of Dr. Pratibha, professor of paediatrics.
The programme was inaugurated by lighting the lamp by Dean Dr.Sathyamurthy, Physiotherapy HOD and Dr. Adarsh E and Down’s syndrome children followed by a brief talk on Down’s syndrome by Dr.Adarsh E & Health surveillance in Down’s Syndrome child, Antenatal diagnosis, genetics counselling by department of pediatric PG’s.
The programme was attended by 150 people including Down’s syndrome children and their parents, Department of Physiotherapy staff and students, Dept of Paediatrics staff, post graduates and ,edictal students. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks with making the programme successful.
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RajaRejeswari Medical College and Hospital is delighted to inform all that “Swimming Summer Camp” has been organized at RRMCH Campus Swimming Pool for EVERYONE!
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Humanity is the best way to build a better world for we humans belong to one another. Early exposure to the concept of Humanities in medical profession benefits patients by making better doctors and also be beneficial for the physician as an individual. In this era of increasing dissatisfaction within the medical profession, a doctor also needs the tools to develop and nurture their own humanity so that they can continue their work, healthy mind and body.
To inculcate humanity in budding doctors Guest lecture on “Humanity” was organized by Physiology department for Ist yr MBBS students on 17/3/2023.The Eminent Professor of Physiology Dr Mario Vaz, working at the International Medical School, Ramaiah-Bangalore, was invited for guest lecture. It was conducted for duration of two hours from 1.30 to 3.30pm at lecture hall, first floor, college building, Rajarajeswari medical college and hospital. Around 300 students and faculty members from various specialties’ participated in the guest lecture.
Master of ceremony for the programme was by Dr Mythri. Dr Yogesh MK gave brief introduction of Speaker. Following which Dr Mario Vaz mesmerized audience with his talk emphasisng the importance of humanity in clinical practice and everyday life. Sir stressed about how to bridge the gap between health and humanity through history of medicine, bioethics, and social medicine. Lecture was followed by interaction with the students.
Prior to the guest lecture, a photography competition was organized for Ist MBBS students to know their perception about humanity. There was an enthusiastic participation and around 26 teams participated. A short video clip was played showing the glimpses of the photography competition. Competition was judged by a panel of judges:- Dr Sathyamurthy Dean RRMCH, Dr. Srinath Prof & HOD Urology & Dr Sailakshmi Prof & HOD.
Felicitation of our guest of honour was done by Dr.Praveen Kumar, Medical Supt. & Dr.Basavaraj Bhandare Vice principal RRMCH.
Cash prizes and certificates were awarded for the winners under following categories by the guest of honour.
Best Photograph
Best captions
Viewers choice
Judges choice
The program concluded with vote of thanks. Online feedback was taken from all the students.
The guest lecture was a grand success with overwhelming participation and positive feedback from all students and faculties. There was request from the students to conduct more of such programs in future to inspire and motivate them.
World glaucoma_week is an initiative of the World Glaucoma organization in order to raise awareness about glaucoma and its effects on the eye. Healthcare providers especially ophthalmologists, and officials related to health care try to raise awareness regarding this issue by involving the general public through various activities. This year it was celebrated between 12th – 18th March 2023 with the theme “the world is bright, save your sight”
The #ophthalmology Department of RRMCH took this week as a responsibility to educate the masses regarding a serious issue- glaucoma, which is famously considered a silent thief of sight and to catch it before the world appears no brighter.
Department of Nephrology and Department of General Medicine observed “World Kidney Day 2023” on 9th March, 2023 at Kadamba Hall from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. The theme of the program was ‘Preparing for the unexpected, supporting the vulnerable’.
The guest for this program was Dr. Chakko K Jacob, Consultant Nephrologist affiliated with Annaswamy Mudaliar General Hospital in Pulikeshi Nagar, MBBS, MD General Medicine, and DM Nephrology from CMC Vellore affiliated with Madras University.
The guest clearly addressed to the participants about the care and wellness of the Kidney in our day to day life, explained about do’s and don’ts as well. More than 100 participant including Postgraduates and Interns attended the program. The program conclude with a vote of thanks by Dr M Prasad, Asst Prof of Nephrology.
