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  • QUICK FACTS

  • Bed strength

    100 beds including - 10 bedded ICU, 16 bedded HDU.

  • 8

    Expert faculty

  • Journals in Central library

    7 e-journal, Print – 34 Indian & 44 foreign (all specialties)

  • Course

    Course Running - MBBS, MD, Ph.D / Courses Supported - Msc, Bsc Nursing , BPT, MPT & Para Medical Courses

  • Critical Care

    10 bedded critical care ICU 24/7, Rounds the clock Hemodialysis unit

OVERVIEW

 

  • The Department of General Medicine at SMIMS teaches undergraduate and postgraduate students aiming to train physicians with theoretical knowledge and by imparting technical skills and behavioural attributes so that they can serve the society.

 

KEY FEATURES CORE COMPETENCIES
  • Best-in-class infrastructure.
  • Cardiological facilities like ECG, Echocardiography TMT, Holter monitoring.
  • Respiratory facilities like Spirometry and Bronchoscopy.
  • Endoscopic procedures like UGIE, Sigmoidoscopy and Colonoscopy along with facilities for biopsy, Sclerotherapy and variceal banding.
  • Well-equipped Haemodialysis unit.
  • Piles banding in endoscopic procedures.
  • Special dietary advice as required for the patients
  • Public health awareness programs are organised on common ailments.
  • Cardiological facilities available.
  • Respiratory clinic.
  • Endoscopy facilities for both upper and lower GI - diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
  • Holistic treatment including special dietary advice as required for the patients is given by dietician.                                               

 

 

PROGRAMS OFFERED

POST GRADUATE COURSES

 

 

DEPARTMENTAL HIGHLIGHTS

  • Department of Medicine consists of qualified and experienced faculty (3 professors, 1 assistant professors and 4 senior residents) catering to all patients requiring attention for medical problems.
  • Fully equipped 10 bedded ICU, renders round the clock intensive care to the needy patients supported by Department of Critical care.
  • Operational COVID ward (150) with 15 bedded ICU/HDU for care of sick patients with COVID pneumonia and other illness requiring isolation. A multi-disciplinary team is responsible for the smooth working, with Medicine Department being overall incharge.
  • Specialized Medicine services in the form of Gastroenterology consultation and intervention (UGIE colonoscopy variceal ligation and Banding) is regularly done by Dr. O. P. Dhakal, Consultant gastroenterologist.
  • Specialized cardiac investigations like echocardiography, holter monitoring and TMT are done routinely in the allied Cardiology department.
  • 8 bedded Haemodialysis unit, with dialysis facility, available round the clock.
  • Respiratory unit with specialized investigations like spirometry and bronchoscopy done by experienced chest physicians.
  • Experienced nutritionists look after the dietary requirements of all indoor and outdoor patients.
  • Outpatient care of patients goes on in Medicine OPD from 9 AM to 5 PM, consultants are available as per roster and patient care is given with utmost sincerity.Outdoor procedures and Investigations are also routinely done.
  • Department of Medicine regularly takes part in public health programmes like outreach camps for patients in remote rural areas.
  • Department of Medicine also regularly participates in health awareness campaigns spearheaded by CRH, for e.g. “World diabetes Day, World Thyroid Day, World health Day” etc.
  • CBME curriculum is implemented from 2019 batches onwards.
  • Dr. Bidita Khandelwal, HOD, Medicine Department is ex  Director, Directorate of Research SMU and  supervises  research activity  in the department. Other faculty and residents are also activity pursuing clinical research in their fields of interest.

 

FACILITIES OFFERED

Department of Medicine offers holistic treatment for all types of diseases along with medical treatment offered by experienced and dedicated doctors, advice regarding life style modifications like diet, exercise, yoga, quitting of alcohol and smoking etc are also imparted. The faculty are experienced in doing endoscopic procedures (both diagnostic and therapeutic), cardiological procedures (diagnostic and therapeutic), renal replacement therapy in the form of haemodialysis and respiratory procedures like spirometry and bronchoscopy.

 

Following special clinics are operational:

 

  • Diabetes & Endocrinology Clinic
  • Hypertension Clinic
  • Liver and gastrointestinal Clinic
  • COPD Clinic are held where special advice regarding the disease and free investigations related to the disease are provided on special days.

 

RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

  • Total Number of Projects:  17
  • Number of Funded Projects: 17
  • Number of Completed Projects: 16
  • Number of Ongoing Projects: 12

 

DEPARTMENT PUBLICATIONS

FACULTY

To develop our students into future ready competent doctors and all to deliver patientcare with compassion and competence

 

Dr. Bidita Khandelwal

HOD

 

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NEWS

November 05,2024

Renowned Geriatrician Dr Kausik Majumdar from Manipal Hospital, Kolkata will be visiting CRH, Manipal, Gangtok

Renowned Geriatrician Dr Kausik Majumdar from Manipal Hospital, Kolkata will be visiting CRH, Manipal, Gangtok
August 31,2024

News Letter July - August 2024

News Letter July - August 2024
July 15,2024

SMCPT Ranking 2024

SMCPT Ranking 2024
June 23,2024

Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences Dean Honored as a Legend of Gynaecology

Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences Dean Honored as a Legend of Gynaecology
May 30,2024

SMIMS Ranks Among Top 10 Promising Medical Colleges in India for 2024 by Higher Education Review Magazine

SMIMS Ranks Among Top 10 Promising Medical Colleges in India for 2024 by Higher Education Review Magazine
May 29,2024

Keynote speaker at Dant Kranti 24- International Virtual Conference

Keynote speaker at Dant Kranti 24- International Virtual Conference
April 29,2024

SMU Newsletter Inaugural Issue

SMU Newsletter Inaugural Issue
February 20,2024

Dr. Keerthilatha M Pai MDS as a resource person at A.B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences

Dr. Keerthilatha M Pai MDS as a resource person at A.B Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences
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EVENTS

October 24,2024
Pre Diwali-Celebration

Pre Diwali-Celebration

Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) organized a joyful pre-Diwali celebration and Ethnic day at the CDOE on 24th October 2024 at 3:30 PM. The event brought together all the faculty and staff, who celebrated the day with great enthusiasm. The conference hall was beautifully decorated with colourful balloons and lights, adding to the festive atmosphere.

October 14,2024
Special Lecture on Commodity Derivatives for the students and faculties of FHSSLA & Management dept., SMIT

Special Lecture on Commodity Derivatives for the students and faculties of FHSSLA & Management dept., SMIT

The special lecture on the Awareness Programme on Commodity Derivatives, an initiative during World Investor Week – Oct 14-20, 2024, held on 19.10.2024 at Lecture Hall III, SMIMS Building, Sikkim Manipal University. It was a highly enriching and insightful event organized by Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences & Liberal Arts (FHSSLA), SMU.

September 21,2024
Studio Inauguration - CDOE

Studio Inauguration - CDOE

On 21st September 2024, the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) hosted the inauguration of its new studio with an event filled with excitement and grandeur.

September 18,2024
Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam

Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam

NSS, Sikkim Manipal University conducted a Plantation Drive in the University campus on18th September 2024 under the Campaign “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” (एक पेड़ माँ के नाम) to mark the Birth Anniversary of Padma Bhushan Awardee Dr Ram Das M. Pai, Founding Pro-Chancellor, Sikkim Manipal University.

September 17,2024
Annual Day [CDOE]

Annual Day [CDOE]

The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) at Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) successfully hosted its Annual Day Program on 17th September 2024, which also commemorated the 90th birthday of Padma Bhushan Dr. Ramdas Pai.

September 07,2024
RECENT TRENDS IN ECE

RECENT TRENDS IN ECE

The event titled “Recent Trends in ECE” was a joint seminar organized by both the ECSA Council as a part of alumni talk and Student Research Forum, SMIT, SMU as a part of Research activity scheduled for the month of August.

August 23,2024
Centre for Internal Quality Assurance: Annual Meeting

Centre for Internal Quality Assurance: Annual Meeting

The 02nd Annual Meeting of the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) was held on 23 August 2024 at the Conference Hall, SMIMS building, SMU, chaired by the Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor.

August 16,2024
Deeksharambh 2024

Deeksharambh 2024

Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences and Liberal Arts, Sikkim Manipal University held the Deeksharambh 2024 – Student Induction Programme from August 16th to 23rd, 2024.

August 12,2024
Anti - Ragging week by Department of Hospital Administration

Anti - Ragging week by Department of Hospital Administration

The Department of Hospital Administration at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences (SMIMS) marked Anti-Ragging Week (12-18 August) with a series of impactful activities to foster a safe and respectful academic environment.

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TESTIMONIALS

It has been a great privilege to learn under the guidance and supervision of Medicine Department , CRH for the last 3 years.

Mahima Nayyar

I have been deeply inspired by the dedication and expertise of our teachers and doctors in the Medicine Department. Their commitment to teaching, patience, and genuine care has made my learning experience enriching. Their invaluable support during my transition from student to doctor has helped me confidently bridge academic learning and real-world practice. They are not only excellent mentors but also exceptional doctors loved by their patients. Thank you for nurturing me to become a compassionate and competent healthcare professional.

Dr. Kartikeya Ojha

I have studied under the Medicine Department of CRH for over 3 years. Their enthusiasm for teaching and their work is truly remarkable and inspiring.

Prerna Chowdhury

Department of Medicine CRH is one of the most enthusiastic and encouraging department both in teaching and patient care. I am fortunate to study Medicine under this department

Gaurav Mazumdar