Eye donation fortnight awareness program was conducted from
25th August 2024 to 8th September 2024 organized by the Department of Ophthalmology, RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore.
On
4th September 2024, Final day of the fortnight, a grand event was celebrated at RRMCH organized by dept. of ophthalmology, RajaRajeswari Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore. Event went on from
11:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Honorable dignitaries were invited to the dais. There was invocation song to seek the blessings of lord Ganesha followed by Lamp Lighting.
Dr. Kaushal Kumar, HOD & professor, Dept of Ophthalmology started the program by giving insights on eye donation while Dr. Nithisha T M gave eloquent welcome address. CEO Sri C N Seetharam and Dean Dr. B Sathyamurthy addressed the audience.
The Chief Guest, Dr. Vinay R Murthy Medical Director and head of Cornea and refractive surgery at Prabha Eye Clinic was felicitated and he gave an educational speech, Anterion – anterior segment clinical applications. Dr. Nanda L gave a speech on vital work done by RajaRajeswari eye bank. This was followed by energetic dance performances, educational presentations, skits, musical performances and prize distribution for all winners who had participated in the events that were conducted. Mementos were awarded as a token of appreciation to NGO’s to honor their support towards this program. The program was concluded with a vote of thanks encouraging people to pledge their eyes & create awareness regarding eye donation.
Many cultural events were conducted for MBBS, DOT students & Optometry on 1st & 2nd Sep 2024 such as face painting, creative writing, poster making, quiz & Pictionary, to create awareness on the importance of eye donation.
The
National Conference on Developmental Pediatrics 2024, held in the
vibrant city of Bangalore, marks a significant milestone in the field of
pediatric medicine. From August 31 st to September 2 nd , 2024, leading
experts, practitioners, and researchers gathered at this prestigious event to
delve into the latest advancements, research, and practices in
developmental pediatrics. Under the hostage of Unicef, Divecha center for
climate change, Indian Academy of Pediatrics and Rajarajeswari Medical
College at the prestigious JN TATA Auditorium in Indian Institute of
Science, Bangalore, the conference provided a platform for interdisciplinary
collaboration and knowledge exchange among pediatricians, child
psychologists, educators, and healthcare professionals.
View Conference Report
Date:
08th Sep 2024
Time:
09:00AM – 02:00PM
Venue:
Kadamba Hall
The Department of Pediatrics, RRMCH conducted “26th National Neonatology Divisonal round Quiz” at Rajarajeswari Medical College. Around 11 teams from various parts of south Bangalore involving Pediatric postgraduates participated in the quiz. NNF Quiz Divisional round was coordinated by Dr. Adarsh E Professor and HOD, Department of Pediatrics, RRMCH.
There was initially preliminary round followed by main round of quiz wherein 6 teams qualified for the final round. The winning team will be attending the Zonal round at St Johns Hospital.
Dr Sahana Devadas, Dr Sahana Manjunath and Dr Nirmal kumar were the Quiz experts, Dr. Venkatesh Murthy was the quiz master.
Dr Sundari and Dr Harika from Baptist Hospital won the Quiz.
This festival is celebrated following the Hindu Mythology which says that Ganesh Chaturthi is the birthday of the Lord Ganesha. Hindus refer to Lord Ganesha as the remover of all obstacles. People believe that Lord Ganesha comes every year with prosperity and success. The festival is celebrated in the Bhadra month as per the Hindu calendar which generally falls in mid-August to September.
Ganesha is known as the God of wealth, sciences, knowledge, wisdom and prosperity, and that’s why most Hindus remember him and seek his blessings. This festival is celebrated with great devotion and joy by Hindus throughout the world. In India, it is majorly celebrated in states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana.
RajaRajeswari Medical College & Hospital celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi in a very grand scale. All the student were stunning with their ethnic attire. Management, Teaching and Non Teaching staff also participated in the gala. The puja was done with a sacred form and prasada was distributed to the entire participants present. Continued with few cultural programs like dance pertaining to the lord and holy songs. The program was folded with a great devotion.
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is observed on 10 September every year to raise awareness to prevent cases of suicide. This day is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP). And this day is co-sponsored by WHO.
International Literacy Day is observed on 8 September every year to make people aware of the importance of literacy which no doubt is a matter of dignity and human rights. Let us tell you that it is a key component of the UN’s Sustainable Developmental Goals.
World Physical Therapy Day is observed on 8 September every year to provide an opportunity for physical therapists from all over the world to raise awareness about the important contribution of the profession in improving the well-being and health of people.
Teachers’ Day in India is celebrated on 5 September every year to mark the birth anniversary of India’s second President Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan. On this day we appreciate and acknowledge the efforts of teachers in making responsible individuals.
National Nutrition Week is observed from 1st September to 7th September to provide knowledge among people about the importance of nutrition and its importance for the human body, for better health.
