It is very proud to share with all that the Postgraduates from the department of General Surgery, RRMCH have made our institution’s name stand out and shine by securing 1st and 2nd prizes in poster presentations and paper presentations respectively. The Management and staff congratulate and wish them the best of luck.
Dr. Swaroop Mallesh Post graduate student from Dept. of General Surgery has won
Ist prize for Poster Presentation on “A Pararectal Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour (GIST)” in MIDCON 2022 conducted by KSCASI in MYSORE.
Dr. Nikhil Nataraju Post graduate student from Dept. of General Surgery has won
2nd prize for Paper Presentation on “A Prospective Comparative Study of intra operative Ropivacaine with standard analgesia for post operative pain management in aparoscopic cholecystectomy in MIDCON 2022 conducted by KSCASI in MYSORE.
Dr. Deepthi . R Post graduate student from Dept. of General Surgery has won
2nd prize for Paper Presentation on “Public Humiliation during surgical residency among post graduates” in MIDCON 2022 conducted by KSCASI in MYSORE.
Dr. Shefali Shetty Post graduate student from Dept. of General Surgery has won
2nd prize for Paper Presentation on “ Prospective study comparing Lichtenstein repair, stoppas repair, and TEP for bilateral inguinal hernia” in MIDCON 2022 conducted by KSCASI in MYSORE.
Dr. Naman Maheshwari Post graduate student from Dept. of General Surgery has won Ist prize for Paper Presentation on “Assessment of basic laparoscopic skills for Surgical Residents on simulation based Endotrainer” in MIDCON 2022 conducted by KSCASI in MYSORE .
Infection Prevention and Control week was celebrated under the 2022 theme “The Future is Infection Prevention: 50 Years of Infection Prevention” by Department of Microbiology Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospitals from October 16th to 22nd 2022.
Infection Prevention Week is observed every third week of October to educate stakeholders and the general public on the importance of preventing the spread of illnesses and infectious agents. This year, it was held from October 16thto 22nd. Infections ranging from hospital-acquired to those found in homes or workplaces can compromise healthcare workers’ efforts and have a detrimental impact on public health. Every year, secondary infections cause thousands of health concerns in hospitals. Global pandemics are also sparked by the rapid spread of infectious pathogens. The Infection Prevention Week’s goal is to learn more about infection prevention and how it might help improve patient safety.
In view of this week, training programs were conducted for all the cadre of healthcare professionals on the infection prevention measures to be practiced in the hospital on each day along with fun filled quiz activities.
An online quiz through Google forms was conducted on 20/10/22 for Postgraduate students and on 21/10/22 for all nursing staff. The top 5 highest scores were given certificates by Dr. Praveen Kumar, medical superintendent and appreciated.
Orientation on Clinical Skills Lab and Central Research Lab (CRL) was organized for Phase II MBBS students of 2020-21 Batch on 27th October 2022 between 11am to 1 pm.
The students were initially briefed about the visit by Dr Anagha M V, Dr Mythri G – Skills Lab Coordinators and Dr S Prabhakara, Professor and Head of Central Research Laboratory. The students were divided into two batches. One batch visited the Clinical Skills Lab and the other to the Central Research Laboratory.
At Clinical Skills Lab, the students were leaning to different stations in smaller batches and were demonstrated few of the skills. Few more students got a chance for a handson session. CPR was demonstrated by Dr Seema G, Dr Raghava GN, Dr Anushree MN and Dr Monica Krishnappa. ACLS and Crisis Management was demonstrated by Dr Harshitha R ( Emergency Medicine) . All the students were given a hands-on session on Airway Management by Dr Anagha M V and Dr Supriya. Basics from Department of OBG was demonstrated by Dr Srigouri Sitharam and Dr Sarala H S.
Students were demonstrated various ENT and Ophthalmology procedures by Dr Ashish Rao, Dr Sunil Kumar M, Dr Shilpa Rao and Dr Amareshwari V H . Dr Yashaswini MK and Dr Sangeetha P demonstrated the various ward procedures; Dr Mareshwari – catherization and Dr Vidya G S breast examination techniques. Dr Sandeep K M and Mr GJK Prakash Raju explained the various trauma related mannequins. The SIMMAN Simulator was shown to the students by Dr Yogesh MK and Dr Mythri G.
The students visiting the Central Research Laboratory were also shown various equipments in research lab, briefed about the various services offered by CRL, briefed on the funding, the patents and the current ongoing research work by Dr Prabhakara S. Further, Dr. Prabhakara stressed the importance of research and how they can utilize these facilities for their STS ICMR and other research projects.
Ms. Revathi gave a demo on Agarose gel electrophoresis, Nanodrop Spectrophotometer (ND-2000C; Thermo, USA), PCR,RT PCR instruments and Fluorescent Microscope (Olympus- BX 43; Japan). Dr. K.S. Nirmalagave a demo to students on EEG and ENMG instruments. Mrs. Meenakshihas explained about the Deep Freezer (- 80oC; Eppendorf; Germany), ELISA Reader, (Multiskan Go, Thermo, USA) and explained the Importance and applications of the instruments. Dr. Anbazhagan K and Mrs. Shurthi showed the animal cell culture facilities and explained the applications of the Flow Cytometer and Cobas e 411 (Roche-Hitachi;USA) Autoanalyzer. Finally, Mrs. Megha has shown the equipments like Micro Balance (MSE 3.6 P-000-DM, Sartorius, Germany), PH Meter (Sartorius;PP50; Germany), Rotavap (Superfit; India) and briefed about how these instruments can be utilized for carrying out research work.
It is a pride to inform all that Dr Prabhakara. S, Prof and Head, Central Research Lab, was the Chief Guest on the occasion of 75 years of Independence celebration at Sri Chaitanya Techno School, Electronic City, Bangalore on 15-08-2022. He delivered a Scientific Lecture to the students and staff of Sri Chaitanya Techno School, Electronic City, Bangalore.
Hearty congratulations to Dr. Amit Jain, Professor, Department of surgery, RRMCH for receiving the ”BEST ACHIEVER OF THE YEAR 2022” at International Kalam’s Golden Award held in Chennai on 15th October 2022 at VELS university. Dr. Amit Jain And his student from Dr. Amit Jain’s Institute of Diabetic Foot & Wound Care, Brindhavvan Areion Hospital received this award in view of having more than 11 new innovative original research publication in Diabetic foot and Dr. Amit Jain having 4 world records in Diabetic foot in the year 2022.
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The management and its staff congratulate Dr. Amit Jain, Professor in Department of Surgery, for his pioneering world record work.
Dr. Amit Jain has set a world record in Indian Book of Records and KWR of being the first Indian and Youngest doctor to be a father of a specialty in field of Medicine for his original innovative work in diabetic foot. He was 39 years old when he was bestowed upon the title for his unique work in this field.
Dr. Amit Jain laid down the first principle and practice of Diabetic foot. Dr. Amit Jain is the original Founder and Father of modern diabetic foot surgery as per published medical literature.
We appreciate and heartedly congratulate Dr. Amit Jain for his achievement that was due over years and also adore him for his yet another pioneering work on super modern diabetic foot surgery that he recently completed.
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CME on “HIV Care” was organized by Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital, ART Center on 19.10.2022 Wednesday from 10.00am to 12.00pm. The ART Center at RRMCH is functioning since April 2021.
We had three eminent guest speakers: Dr. Darshan, Consultant Physician from GIMS, Bangalore, Mrs. Yashodha Umeshaiah, District Supervisor, KSAPS, Bangalore and Mrs. Lissy C V, State Coordinator, PSE. We also had one HIV positive speaker Mrs. Parvathi. The CME was graced by respected Dean, Dr. Satyamurthy sir; Medical Superintendent, Dr. Praveen Sir; Deputy M.S. Dr. Vivek Sir; Vice Principal, Dr. Basavaraj Bhandari Sir; HOD of Department of General Medicine Dr. Krishna sir; Nodal officer of ART, Dr. Prakash Sir.
Dr. Darshan delivered his talk on National Guidalines on ART care and treatment protocol.
Mr. Yashodha Umeshaiah gave insight about social welfare schemes and social protection schemes for HIV.
Mrs. Lissy C V spoke about the need for private sector engagement in HIV care.
The main highlight of the programme was the talk given by the positive speaker who shared her experience, the challenges the she faced, the hurdles she had to overcome to reach this position of being a part of the Karnataka Network for People living with HIV (KNP+) where she is educating and motivating many PLHIV to lead a quality life.
Her speech received a standing ovation from all the dignitaries and the audience gathered at the CME.
The overall programme was very interactive and an eye opener for all with respect to HIV Care. The whole ART team of
RRMCH did a great job and made this CME a grand success.
Department of Orthopedics, RRMCH in association with WOICE had organized a career guidance session for Final Year MBBS students and Interns also. This program was an initiative by WOICE women orthopedic surgeons in India collective empowerment for career guidance. . The session was hosted by leading orthopedic women surgeons. The discussion covered the following topics…
1. Orthopedic surgery as carrier choice.
2. Role of an orthopedic resident.
3. Expectations from patients and problems faced by orthopedic residents.
4. Why to choose orthopedic surgery.
5. Need of physical strength as a resident and breaking the bias and myths.
6. Job opportunities after completing the training.
7. Scope of fellowships after completing post graduation.
8. Opportunities for women with work and life balance.
9. Radiation exposure in orthopedics and preventive measures.
10. Experience as a postgraduate.
Kannada Rajyotsava also known as Karnataka Formation Day is celebrated on 1st of November every year. This was the day in 1956 when all the Kannada language-speaking regions of South India were merged to form the state of Karnataka.
It is marked by the announcement and presentation of the honours list for Rajyotsava Awards by the Government of Karnataka, hoisting of the official Karnataka.
RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital also celebrated Kannada Rajyotsava by hoisting the Karnataka flag with due respect and head of the institution participated in the celebration.
It is great to inform you all that a new optical center “Sri Mookambigai Opticals” at Rajarajeshwari Medical College and Hospital has been opened on 28th October 2022, Friday at the Hospital Premises in 1st Floor of Hospital Building. All are informed to avail the facility. A small inaugural function was held, with Dr. S. Vijayanand, Executive Director – RajaRajeswari Group of Institutions inaugurating the store and followed with puja.
