To mark
World Thyroid Day 2025, the Departments of General Medicine and Endocrinology at RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital (RRMCH) organized a Continuing Medical Education (CME) program on May 28, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at Kadamba Hall in the college premises.
The event began with high tea and saw enthusiastic participation from over 100 medical professionals, including the Dean, Principal, Heads of Departments, faculty members, and residents from across disciplines.
The session was inaugurated by Dr. Sameechi, a second-year medical resident, who delivered a warm welcome address and introduced the theme of the day:
“Thyroid Disease and Artificial Intelligence.”
Her speech highlighted the global importance of thyroid awareness and the evolving role of technology in diagnosis and management.
The academic session was chaired by:
Dr. Krishna M.V., Professor and Head of the Department of General Medicine
Dr. Mohan K. Rao, Professor and Head of the Department of Endocrinology
Guest Lectures and Highlights
The CME featured insightful presentations by esteemed faculty members:
Dr. Padmalatha N., Associate Professor of Anatomy
Topic: Applied Anatomy and Embryology of the Thyroid Gland
Dr. Rajendran Dinesh Kumar, Associate Professor of ENT & HNS
Topic: Recent Advances in the Evaluation of Thyroid Nodules
Dr. Shruthi, Assistant Professor of Endocrinology
Topic: A Rare Case of Congenital Thyroxine Binding Globulin Deficiency
The event concluded with a vote of thanks, followed by a networking lunch for all attendees.
The CME was widely appreciated for its informative content, interdisciplinary collaboration, and relevance to current medical trends. RRMCH remains committed to fostering continuous learning and awareness through such impactful academic initiatives.
A comprehensive
BLS (Basic Life Support) training workshop was conducted at Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital (RRMCH) from
19th to 20th March 2025 and 08th , 09th April 2025, in collaboration with AHA (ITC)
Ramaiah Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore.
Organized by:
Department of Emergency Medicine, RRMCH & Quality Cell, RRMCH
In Association With: Ramaiah Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore
The event was inaugurated by the Dr.Basavaraj Bandare, Principal, Dr.Sathyamurthy.B Dean, Dr. Praveen Kumar, Medical Superintendent, Dr. Ambareesha . M HOD Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Sahajananda.H, NABH Coordinator of RRMCH. Tokens of appreciation were distributed to all the instructors in recognition of their valuable contribution.
The program witnessed enthusiastic participation from postgraduate students and hospital staff.
Training Details:
The sessions were led by
AHA-certified instructors from various locations, who provided hands-on training and theoretical insights as per the latest
American Heart Association (AHA) protocols for BLS.
Each session concluded with both a
theory and practical examination, and successful participants received
certificates issued online.
The workshop was a significant step towards enhancing emergency response capabilities and resuscitation skills among healthcare professionals, aligning with global standards in emergency care.
A comprehensive
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) and
BLS (Basic Life Support) training workshop was conducted at Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital (RRMCH) from
20th May 2025 to 24th May 2025, in collaboration with EIIEMS, Kottayam.
Organized by:
Department of Emergency Medicine, RRMCH & Quality Cell, RRMCH in Association With IIEMS, Kottayam The event was inaugurated 20th May 2025 by Dr. Basavaraj Bandare, Principal, Dr. Sathyamurthy.B – Dean, Dr. Praveen Kumar – Medical Superintendent , Dr. Ambareesha . M – HOD Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Sahajananda. H – NABH Coordinator of RRMCH.
There were 90 participants including few of the Faculty members of our institution.
The program witnessed enthusiastic participation from postgraduate students and hospital staff.
Training Details:
The sessions were led by
AHA-certified instructors from various locations of Karnataka, & Kerala, who provided hands-on training and theoretical insights as per the latest
American Heart Association (AHA) protocols for ACLS and BLS.
Each session concluded with both a
theory and practical examination, and successful participants will receive
certificates online.
Mementos as token of appreciation were distributed to all the instructors in recognition of their valuable contribution.
The workshop was a significant step towards enhancing emergency response capabilities and resuscitation skills among healthcare professionals, aligning with global standards in emergency care.
Central Research Lab, RRMCH are conducting an
enrichment training program to PGs for all the departments of RRMCH,
2024-2025 batch. This will motivate our PGs to do more research work , further help them to complete their thesis work and also enhance publications.
We are pleased to inform that an Enrichment Training Programme will be organized on
PCR, RT PCR, Agarose Gel electrophoresis, Nanodrop Spectrophotometer, HPLC, Flow Cytometer, Fluroscent Microscope, Cobase e 411 Autoanalyzer, Fully Automated IHC/ISH Slide Staining Instrument, Electroencephalogram Neuropack S1 and Electroneuromyogram- Nihon Khoden instruments in Central Research Lab from
26-05 -2025 to 06-06-2025 for the fresh Postgraduates (2024-2025 batch) of the following departments of RajaRajeswari Medical College & Hospital. This training program will be mandatory for fresh postgraduates (2024-2025 batch). However, we also welcome all interested staff and other postgraduates to attend this training programme.
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Date:
28th May 2025, & 29th May 2025 and 30th May 2025.
The much-anticipated Carpediem Odyssey 2025, the inter-batch cultural fest of
RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital, was inaugurated with great enthusiasm and grandeur on
May 28th, 2025.
The event commenced under the esteemed presence of
Founder Chancellor Dr. A. C. Shanmugam, President Dr. A.C.S. Arun Kumar, Executive Director Mr. S. Vijayanand, and other dignitaries, whose continued support and encouragement have always been a source of inspiration for the student community.
The highlight of the inauguration was the presence of renowned
Indian singer Vasuki Vaibhav, who officially inaugurated the fest. His presence lit up the event and added a special charm to the morning’s proceedings.
Following the inauguration, the stage came alive with a vibrant bouquet of
cultural performances by students, showcasing their creativity, talent, and infectious energy. Events such as the
Carpediem Pageant, Western Duet,Apparel Design, and Classical Singing set the tone for the days to come and drew enthusiastic cheers from the audience.
The Inauguration Day was a grand success, marked by immense s
tudent enthusiasm, and seamless coordination by the organizing team. It set a perfect precedent for the rest of the fest
View the Invitation
Date : 24/05/2025
Time: 10:30 am onwards
Venue: Kadamba Hall (College Auditorium)
ALL ARE CORDIALLY INVITED
Basic Course in Medical Education (BCME) Workshop was conducted from
13/5/2025 to 15/05/2025. Each day it
started at 9:00 AM and concluded at 5:00 PM.
A three-day workshop on the
Basic Course in Medical Education (BCME) was conducted at the
Medical Education Unit Room, Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru. The workshop was organized by the Medical Education Unit of Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital and coordinated by the NMC Regional/Nodal Centre at St. John’s Medical College and Hospital, Bengaluru.
A total of
30 participants, divided into
five groups, actively participated in the sessions over the course of the workshop. The sessions were facilitated by the
Resource Faculty of the Medical Education Unit, Rajarajeswari Medical College and Hospital. The sessions included a mix of interactive lectures, group activities, and discussions, which fostered active engagement and collaborative learning.
Dr. Soumya Umesh, from
St. John’s Medical College and Hospital, attended as an observer and provided valuable feedback and suggestions throughout the workshop.
To maintain engagement and avoid monotony, small fun activities were conducted between sessions. An
online pre-test was administered prior to the start of the workshop and a
post-test was conducted at its conclusion to assess the effectiveness of the program and measure learning outcomes.
The workshop concluded with a
certificate distribution ceremony, marking the successful completion of the program.
Day 1 : 13-05-2025
Day 2 : 14-05-2025
Day 3 : 15-05-2025
The weekly clinical update by the department of Neuro Surgery will be held in Kadamba Hall on 24th May 2025 at 9:30 am. All HOD’s & Faculty members, PG’s are requested to attend the same without fail.
Topic : “An Interesting case of trigeminal nerve Schwannoma”
Speaker : Dr.Vivekanandan. G – Senior Resident
Moderator : Dr. Sabyasachi Basu – Associate Professor
Topic : “Intra Ventricular Tumors – RRMCH Experience”
Speaker : Dr.Aishwary Hatwal – Senior Resident
Moderator : Dr.Kumar Lakshman – Associate Professor